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cleaners to clean the lamps, as these may cause scratches or crack the lamps.

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Lighting Up the Interior and Instrument Panel When either front door is opened, the footwell lights and the door courtesy lights come on. The instrument panel lights, window control lights and door handle lights come on whenever the headlamp switch is turned from the OFF position. To dim the instrument panel lights, use the thumbwheel on the instrument panel to the right of the steering wheel.

Dimming the instrument panel lights Dome Lamp Your vehicle has a dome lamp above the front seat. The switch on the dome lamp turns it on and off.

The switch on the dome lamp

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Instrument Panel Controls

Dome lamp delay Your vehicle may have a dome lamp delay. If you set the switch on the dome lamp to the 12-second delay position, the dome lamp will turn on when either front door is opened. The dome lamp will turn off after 12 seconds or when the ignition key is turned to the ON or ACC position. It will not turn off if either front door is open or if you move the dome lamp switch to the ON position. Your interior dome lamps and map lamps are plastic and should be cleaned with a mild detergent diluted in water. Rinse them with clear water. Turning On the Map Lamps (If equipped) Your vehicle may have a map lamp for the passenger and one for the driver.

Turning on the map lamps

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Traction Control System (If equipped) This button turns the traction control system off and on. See Driving Your Vehicle for more information.

The button for the traction control system Clock

The digital clock 1. 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.

3. To switch between a 12-hour clock and a 24-hour clock,

press both the hour and minute buttons at the same time. Reset the time as above.

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Steering Column Controls

The controls on the steering column and wheel are designed to give you easy access to the controls while you are driving. The Turn Signal Lever You can use the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering column to: n operate the turn signals and cornering lamps n turn the high beams on/off n flash the lamps Turn Signals

The turn signal lever

Move the lever up to signal a right turn. Move it down to signal a left turn. The corresponding indicator light in the instrument cluster will flash. If the turn signal stays on after you turn, move the lever back to the center (off) position. For lane changes, move the lever far enough to signal but not to latch. The lever will return to the off position when you release it.

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High Beams and Flashing the Lamps To turn on the high beams, turn the headlamp control knob to the headlamp ON position and push the turn signal lever away from you until it latches. When the high beams are on, the high beam indicator light on the instrument cluster comes on. To turn off the high beams, pull the lever back to the off position. To flash the headlamps, pull the lever toward you for a moment and then release it. The headlamps will flash whether the headlamp knob is in the on or off position. Windshield Wipers and Washer To turn on the windshield wipers, the ignition key must be turned to the ON or ACC position.

Using the windshield wiper

The windshield wipers can be set on high, low speed or interval wipe. Turn the ring on the lever to set a longer or shorter pause between wiping cycles.

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Windshield Washer When the lever is pulled to activate the windshield washer, the wipers operate for about three cycles after the spray stops.

Washing the windshield Do not try to clean the windshield when the washer fluid container is empty or activate the washers at any time for more than 15 seconds continuously. This could damage the washer pump system.

RWARNING

In freezing weather, the washer solution may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision. Always warm up the windshield with the defroster before you use the washer fluid. If you cannot see through the windshield clearly, it can increase the risk of being involved in a collision.

For information about refilling the washer fluid or replacing your windshield wiper blades, see Windshield washer fluid and Wipers in the Index.

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Hazard Flasher The hazard flasher serves as a warning to other drivers to be careful when approaching or passing your vehicle.

Using the hazard flasher switch

The flashers work whether your vehicle is running or not. The flashers work for up to two hours when the battery is fully charged and in good condition without draining the battery excessively. If the flashers run for longer than two hours or if the battery is not fully charged, the battery can be drained. Horn To sound the horn, push the pad in the center of the steering wheel. Check the horn regularly to be sure it operates properly.

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Steering Column Controls

Speed Control (If equipped) If your vehicle has speed control, you can automatically maintain a constant speed at or above 30 mph (50 km/h). Use of radio transmitting equipment that is not Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or in Canada the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) approved may cause the speed control to malfunction. Therefore, use only properly installed FCC (CRTC in Canada) approved radio transmitting equipment in your vehicle. NOTE: Do not shift to N (Neutral) when using the speed

control. This will cause the engine to overspeed.

RWARNING

Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved.

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The speed control switches on the steering wheel

Setting the speed control 1. Press and release the ON switch. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed above 30 mph (50 km/h)

using the accelerator pedal.

3. Press the SET ACC switch and release it immediately to set your speed. If you keep this switch depressed, your speed will continue to increase.

4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. Your vehicle will

maintain the speed you set.

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If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle may momentarily slow down or speed up, even though the speed control is on. This is normal. NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic

transaxle, and if your speed increases above your set speed while driving in Overdrive on a downhill grade, you may want to turn the Overdrive off and use Drive. You may turn the Overdrive off by pressing the Transaxle Control Switch on the left side of the gearshift lever. This will reduce vehicle speed if it goes above your set speed on a downhill grade. For the best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, leave the vehicle in Overdrive, or resume as soon as possible.

NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a 5-speed manual

transaxle, and if your speed increases above your set speed while driving in 5 (Fifth) gear on a downhill grade, you may want to shift to 4 (Fourth) gear to reduce vehicle speed. Depressing the clutch pedal cancels speed control, therefore speed control must be reset by pressing the SET/ACC or RES buttons. Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it goes above your set speed on a downhill grade.

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Speed control is cancelled when Traction Control (if equipped) becomes active.

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Accelerating With the Speed Control Operating You can use the accelerator pedal to speed up momentarily. When you take your foot off the accelerator, the vehicle will return to the set speed. Resetting the Speed Control To reset the speed control to a lower speed, use one of the following procedures: n COAST — Press and hold the COAST switch. Release the switch when the vehicle slows down to the desired speed. n Tap the brake pedal. When the vehicle attains the desired

speed, press the SET ACC switch and release it immediately.

n TAP-DOWN — Press and then quickly release the COAST switch. Each time you “tap” the switch, the set speed will decrease by 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

If vehicle speed is reduced below 30 mph (50 km/h) by any of the above methods, then you must manually accelerate to a speed over 30 mph (50 km/h) and reset the system. To reset the speed control to a higher speed, follow one of these procedures: n ACC — Press and hold the SET ACC switch. Release the

switch when the vehicle has accelerated to the desired speed.

n Depress the accelerator pedal. When the vehicle attains the

desired speed, press and release the SET ACC switch.

n TAP-UP — Press and then quickly release the SET ACC

switch. Each time you “tap” the switch, the set speed will increase by 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

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Steering Column Controls

To Cancel Speed Control Speed control can be cancelled at any time by pressing the brake pedal slightly. After cancelling, you can return to the speed you set by pressing the RES switch, or set a new speed by pressing the SET ACC or COAST switch. Cancelling and Resuming a Set Speed If you press the brake pedal, the speed control is suspended. You can return to the set speed by pressing the RES switch, as long as you did not press the OFF switch. You must be driving at least 30 mph (50 km/h). Your vehicle will gradually return to the previously set speed and then maintain it. To Turn Off the Speed Control System Press the OFF switch. In addition, the speed control is turned off each time you turn the vehicle off.

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Features

Your vehicle has a variety of features designed for your comfort, convenience and safety. Read this chapter to find out about standard and optional features. Doors Childproof Locks for the Rear Doors In addition to standard or power locks, your vehicle has childproof locks for the rear doors. If you set these locks, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside of the vehicle. The doors can still be opened from the outside if the doors are unlocked.

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The childproof locks for the rear door To set the childproof lock on each rear door, open the rear door.

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Find the lever at the black label with word LOCKED in white letters. Move the lever toward the inside of the door. To release the childproof lock, open the rear door from the outside. Move the lever toward the outside of the door. Power Door Locks (If equipped) If your vehicle has power door locks, the controls to lock the doors are on the trim panel of the front door. When you close the doors after you set the door locks, the doors remain locked. If the power mechanism fails, the manual door lock will automatically override the power controls.

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The power door lock on the driver’s door

Using the Illuminated Entry System (If equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with the illuminated entry system, the interior lights turn on when you lift the outside door handle on either front door. These lights automatically turn off after 12 seconds or when you turn the ignition key to ON or ACC. The inside lights will not

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Features

turn off if you have turned them on with the switch in the dome lamp or if the front door is open. Remote Entry System (If equipped) If your vehicle has the remote entry system, you can lock and unlock the vehicle doors and open the trunk without using a key. The remote also has a personal alarm feature. The buttons for the system are located on the hand held transmitter(s) that came with your vehicle. The system will work with up to four transmitters. Additional transmitters can be ordered from your dealer. The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the OFF position.

Remote entry transmitter

Unlocking the doors and opening the trunk To unlock the driver’s door, press the UNLOCK button. To unlock the other doors, press the UNLOCK button a second time within five seconds of unlocking the driver’s door. To open the trunk, press the TRUNK button.

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When you use the remote entry UNLOCK, TRUNK or PANIC buttons, the illuminated entry system turns on the interior lights for 12 seconds. You can turn these lights off by turning the ignition to the ON position. The interior lights will not turn off if you have turned them on manually or if a door is open. NOTE: The illuminated entry system will only work when

the dome light switch is in the “12” position.

Locking the doors To lock all the doors, press the LOCK button. If you would like a signal that the doors are being locked, press the LOCK button again within five seconds. The doors will lock again, the horn will beep and the low beam headlamps and tail lamps will flash. Activating the remote personal alarm If you wish to activate the remote personal alarm, press the PANIC button. This will honk the horn and flash the low beam headlamps and tail lamps for approximately two minutes forty-five seconds. You can turn it off by pressing the PANIC button again on the same transmitter or by turning the ignition key to the ON position. Replacing the batteries The remote entry transmitter is powered by two coin type three-volt lithium 2016 batteries (included) that should last for several years of normal use. If you notice a significant decrease in operating range, the batteries should be replaced. Replacement batteries can be purchased at most pharmacies, watch stores or at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.

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NOTE: The operating range of the remote entry system can also be affected by weather conditions (such as very cold temperatures) or structures around the vehicle (buildings, other vehicles, radio towers, etc.). Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 33 feet (10 meters) away from your vehicle.

Replacing the batteries The transmitter can be snapped apart to replace the batteries by twisting a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter. DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART. When installing the new batteries, be sure to place the positive (+) side down as marked. Snap the two halves back together. Replacement/additional transmitters In the event a transmitter is lost, return the remaining transmitters to your dealer for reprogramming of your remote entry system. This is necessary to prevent further unauthorized use of the lost transmitter. Additional transmitters may be purchased from your dealer (remote entry system will work with up to four transmitters). Return your existing transmitters to your dealer so the remote entry system can be reprogrammed with your new and existing transmitters.

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THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION. Windows Power Windows (If equipped) Each door has a power control that opens and closes the window on that door. The driver’s door has a master control panel that operates all four windows. In order to use your power window controls, the ignition switch must be in the ON position.

The master controls on the driver’s door

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Features

RWARNING

Do not let children play with the power windows. They may seriously hurt themselves. Make sure occupants are clear of the window(s) before closing.

One-touch-down window The one-touch-down feature allows you to completely open the driver’s window by briefly pressing and releasing the bottom of the window switch. To stop the window before it opens completely, press the switch again. The one-touch feature only opens the window. To close the window, you must press and hold the top of the switch. Rear window lockout To lock out the rear window switches with the master controls, slide the lockout switch to the left. To restore individual control, slide the switch to the right. Moon Roof (If equipped) You can move the moon roof back to open the glass panel, or you can tilt it up to ventilate the vehicle. The rocker type switch is used to open and close the moon roof. You must press and hold the switch until the desired position is reached. At open and closed positions, the motor will automatically turn off. Release the switch at this time to avoid motor damage.

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The map lamps and the switch for the moon roof

To open the moon roof, press and hold the rear portion of the switch. The glass panel will move to the open position and stop. To close the moon roof, press and hold the front portion of the switch. The glass panel will move to the closed position and stop. To tilt the moon roof into vent position when the glass panel is closed, press the front portion of the switch. To close from vent position, press and hold the rear portion of the switch. Occasionally wiping the outside guide rail covers of the moon roof with a clean cloth will help keep the moon roof working properly.

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Features

The moon roof

RWARNING

Do not let children play with the moon roof. They may seriously hurt themselves.

Sliding Shade The moon roof has a sliding shade that you can manually open or close to block the sun when the glass panel is shut. To close the sliding shade, pull the shade toward the front of the vehicle. The shade automatically opens when the moon roof is opened. Seats Head Restraints If you use them properly, head restraints will help protect your head and neck in a collision. A head restraint helps protect you best if you position it behind your head and not behind your neck. If your vehicle has the four-way head restraint, you can adjust it in four directions. You can raise it two (2) inches (50 mm) from its normal position, or you can move it forward up to 60˚ until you reach the desired position.

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Manual Seats

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Manual seat adjustment

RWARNING

Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.

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Features

RWARNING

To reduce the risk of serious injury in a collision, always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.

RWARNING

Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop.

Manual lumbar support (If equipped) The handwheel on the side of the seatback inflates and deflates the lumbar support pads. To inflate the pads, turn the wheel counter-clockwise. To deflate the pads, turn the wheel clockwise.

Manual lumbar support adjustment

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The seat base controls on the driver’s seat To move the seat forward or back, slide the seat base control button forward or back. To raise or lower the height of the seat base, slide the button up or down. To raise or lower the front of the seat base, slide the front of the button up or down. To raise or lower the rear of the seat base, slide the back of the button up or down.

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Power seatback (if equipped)

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The seatback controls on the driver’s seat To tilt the seatback forward or back, slide the top part of the top button forward or back. To inflate or deflate the lumbar support pads, slide the bottom of the button forward or back. Folding Rear Seats (If equipped) The release knobs for the split rear folding seatbacks are in the trunk. Pull the knob to fold down the seat. To raise the rear seatback, push the seatback upward until it locks in place. Make sure it is firmly latched by pushing forward and back on it.

RWARNING

Securely latch the seatback in the upright position to prevent the seatback or objects from being thrown forward during a sudden stop or collision.

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Folding rear seatback release knob

Cleaning the Seats Leather For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For more thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a leather and vinyl cleaner or a mild soap. Fabric Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner. Remove fresh spots immediately. Follow the directions that come with the cleaner. NOTE: Before using any cleaner, test it on a small, hidden

area of fabric. If the fabric’s color or texture is adversely affected by a particular cleaner, do not use it.

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Features

Mirrors Side View Mirrors 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.

The left side mirror control (right side similar)

Dual electric remote control mirrors (if equipped) 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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Electric remote control mirror knob

Turn the knob back to the middle position to keep the mirror in place. 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.

RWARNING

The side view mirror on the right makes objects appear smaller and farther away than they actually are.

Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. Heated mirror feature (If equipped) 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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Sun Visors Illuminated Visor Mirror (If equipped) Your vehicle may have lighted mirrors on the sun visors. The mirror is lit by sliding open the mirror cover.

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Console Your vehicle may have a full console. The full console has the following features:

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The features on the full console Cupholder with Full Console To raise the pop-up cup holder, push and release the cupholder door, then unfold the holder.

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Features

Storage Compartments Your vehicle may have several storage compartments: n two map pockets on the panels of the front doors. The back

of the front seats may also have map pockets.

n a coin holder on the instrument panel n a small storage pocket on the outside of the front seat base Trunk To open the trunk manually, use the oval key. Remote Trunk Release (If equipped) The remote trunk release is on the floor to the left of the driver’s seat.

The remote trunk release You can disable the remote trunk release. If you depress the lever on the trunk latch that is marked in orange before closing the trunk, the trunk can only be opened with the key.

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Disabling the remote trunk release

Remote Fuel Filler Door Release (If equipped) Your vehicle has a remote control fuel filler door which cannot be opened from the outside. To unlatch the fuel filler door, firmly push down the front of the release handle, which is on the floor to the left of the driver’s seat. Refer to Servicing Your Vehicle in the Index for further information.

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Floor Mats Positive retention floor mat (If equipped) (Standard in Canada) Position the floor mat in the footwell. Place the mat eyelet over the pointed end of the retention post from the rear and rotate forward to install. Adjust the floor mat position to allow proper operation of accelerator pedal, brake pedal and clutch pedal.

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The positive retention floor mat To remove, lift the floor mat just forward of the retention post and rotate it rearward to disengage it from the retention post.

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Compact Disc Radio The Compact Disc Radio combines the Electronic Stereo Radio with the Ford Compact Disc Player. Using the Controls on Your New Radio/CD Player Most of the features of this unit work for both radio and CD operation. Also, some of the knobs and buttons control several different functions, so be sure to read all of the operating instructions carefully. How to turn the radio on and off Press the “POWER” button to turn the radio on. Press it again to turn it off. How to adjust the volume Press the (+/–) side of the “VOL” button to increase/decrease the volume. Bars illuminate in the display to show the relative volume level. 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 “nominal” listening level. However, if the radio power is turned off (with the “POWER” button), the volume will remain in the position it was set at when radio power is switched back on.

Selecting the AM or FM frequency band Push the “AM/FM” 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 under How to tune radio stations.

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How to tune radio stations There are four ways for you to tune in a particular station. You can manually locate the station using the “SCAN/TUNE” button, “SEEK” the station, “SCAN” to the station or select the station by using the memory buttons, which you can set to any desired frequency. These four methods are described below. n Using the “SCAN/TUNE” button to manually tune

You can change the frequency up or down one increment at a time (FM changes in increments of 200kHz; AM changes in increments of 10kHz) by first pressing the “SCAN/TUNE” button twice (display shows “TUNE”), then — within approximately five seconds —pressing and releasing either the top a or bottom b half of the “SEEK” button. To change frequencies quickly, press and hold down either the top or bottom half of the “SEEK” button. While you are manually tuning, the display will show a blinking “M”. Manual tuning adjusts your radio to any allowable broadcast frequency, whether or not a station is present on that frequency. (See All About Radio Frequencies in this section.)

n Using the “SEEK” function

This feature on your radio allows you to automatically select listenable stations up or down the frequency band. Press the top a half of the “SEEK” button to select the next listenable station up the frequency band. Press the bottom b half of the button to select the next listenable station down the frequency band. By pressing and holding the button, listenable stations can be passed over to reach the desired station.

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n Using the “SCAN/TUNE” button to scan radio stations Pressing the “SCAN/TUNE” button once enters the scan mode (display will indicate “SCN”). Pushing the top a half of the “SEEK” button will begin the scan mode up the frequency band, stopping on each listenable station for approximately five seconds. Pushing the bottom b half of the “SEEK” button will begin the scan mode down the frequency band, again stopping on each listenable station for approximately five seconds. To stop the scan mode on the presently sampled station press the “SCAN/TUNE” button again.

n Setting the Station Memory Preset buttons

Your radio is equipped with 6 station memory buttons. These buttons can be used to select up to 6 preset AM stations and 12 FM stations (6 in FM1 and 6 in FM2).

1. Select a band, then select a frequency. 2. Press one of the memory buttons and hold the button until the sound returns. That station is now held in memory on that button.

3. Follow the two steps above for each station memory preset

button you want to set.

NOTE: If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected, the clock and

station memory preset buttons (if programmed in auto mode) will need to be reset.

n Using the Automatic Memory Store feature

With Auto Memory Store, you can continually set strong stations into your memory buttons without losing your existing memory presets, which is especially handy while traveling. Your radio will automatically set your memory buttons to the strong local stations so you don’t have to continually manually tune to existing stations.

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Activate Auto Memory Store by pushing the “AUTO PRESET” button once. Your radio will set the first five strong stations of the band you are in (AM, FM1 or FM2) into the memory buttons. The display will show “AUTO”, then run through the frequencies, stopping momentarily on the stations being set into the memory buttons. The radio is now in the “AUTO” mode and this display will show “AUTO” each time a preset is activated.

NOTE: If there are fewer than five strong stations in the

frequency band, the remaining unfilled buttons will store the last strong station detected on the band.

After all stations have been filled, the radio will begin playing the station stored on memory button 1. To deactivate the Auto Memory Store mode and return to the manually-set memory button stations (or those stations set using Auto Memory Load), simply push the “AUTO PRESET” button. Display will show “AUTO” then “OFF”. The next time Auto Memory Store is activated on that band, the radio will store the next set of five strong stations.

Adjusting the tone balance and speaker output of your radio n Increasing or decreasing bass response

Push the “AUDIO” button repeatedly until the display reads “BASS”. Push the top (+) of the “VOLUME” button to increase bass (more “lows”), and push the button (Ҁ) to decrease bass (less “lows”).

n Increasing or decreasing treble response

Push the “AUDIO” button repeatedly until the display reads “TREB”. Push the top (+) of the “VOLUME” button to increase treble (more “highs”), and push the bottom (Ҁ) to decrease treble (less “highs”).

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n Adjusting speaker balance

Balance control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the right and left speakers. Push the “AUDIO” button repeatedly until the display button reads “BAL”. Push the top (+) of the “VOLUME” button to shift the sound to the right speakers, and push the bottom (Ҁ) to shift the sound to the left speakers.

n Adjusting speaker fader

Fade control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the front and rear speakers. Push the “AUDIO” button repeatedly until the display reads “FADE”. Push the top (+) of the “VOLUME” button to shift the sound to the front speakers, and push the bottom (Ҁ) to shift the sound to the rear speakers.

NOTE: Illuminated bars in the display show relative levels of bass and treble, and positions of speaker balance and fader functions (left to right, front to rear).

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Ford Compact Disc Player The Ford Compact Disc Player operates when the Audio System is on and a disc is inserted (label side up). Handle the disc by its edge only. (Be sure to read and follow all of the care and cleaning instructions under How To Take Care of and Clean Your CD Player and Discs in this section.) The digital display on your CD player shows the track (selection) number and the elapsed time. Indicators for play a, stop X, compression on (“COMP”) and shuffle on (“SHUF”) are also in the display. (These features are described later.) Once a disc is inserted, operation of the CD player will override that of the radio. NOTE: The volume, bass, treble, balance and fader controls on the radio are also used with the CD player. Refer to earlier operating instructions on these controls.

How to insert a disc and begin play Insert one disc, label side up into the disc opening. When inserted, the disc automatically loads into the unit and play starts at the beginning of the first track (selection). When the disc reaches the end, the disc player automatically returns to the beginning of the disc and resumes playing. NOTE: Once a disc is inserted, the disc opening is secured to

prevent the accidental insertion of a second disc.

NOTE: The CD player has heat protection circuitry to protect

the laser diode. If the temperature of the player reaches 167˚F (75˚C), the heat detection circuit will shut off the player and “TOO HOT” will scroll in the display for approximately five seconds (radio will resume playing). When the temperature returns to normal operating range, the CD player will again be operational.

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Electronic Sound Systems

How to stop and restart the CD player When a disc is loaded, the unit automatically enters the play mode and the play indicator a illuminates. To stop temporarily, press the “PLAY/STOP” button or the “AM/FM” button. The stop indicator X in the display illuminates and operation returns to the radio mode. To resume CD play, press the “PLAY/STOP” button once again. NOTE: If the ignition key is turned OFF during play and

then is set to the ON or ACCESSORY position, the CD player will resume playing in the mode it was in when ignition was turned off.

How to locate a selection on your CD player using Automatic Music Search (AMS) An “AMS” (Automatic Music Search) control on your CD player allows you to quickly find a particular selection on the disc. Press the left f side of the “AMS” control to locate a previous selection or the right e side of the “AMS” control to locate a later selection. How to fast forward or reverse your CD player To quickly search for a particular point in a selection, press the right e button (to fast forward) or the left f button (to reverse). While either button is pressed, the disc goes forward or backward at two different speeds depending on how long the button is held down. (Pressing either button for more than approximately three seconds will speed up the process.) Release the button at the desired point (found by watching the elapsed playing time in the display or listening to the sound during fast forward or reverse). When you have reached the end of the disc by keeping the fast forward e side of the button pressed, the display will show the end time of the last track and the sound will be muted. When the fast forward e side of the button is released, the player resumes play at the beginning of the first track.

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A “1” and “0:00” will appear in the display when the beginning of the disc is reached by pressing the rewind f side of the button. Using the “SCAN” function Press the “SCAN” button to enter the scan mode. The CD player will begin scanning the disc, stopping on each listenable track for approximately eight seconds. This continues until you press the “SCAN” button a second time or eject the disc. While in the scan mode, the display flashes “SCAN.” Special features of your CD player n Compression

The compression feature will bring soft and loud passages closer together for a more consistent listening level. To turn the compression on, press the “COMPRESS” button. When on, the compression indicator (“COMP”) will appear in the display. Press the button again to turn off.

n Shuffle

The shuffle feature on your CD player allows you to listen to your disc selections in a different order. When this feature is activated, your CD player will randomly select and play tracks on the disc. Press the “SHUFFLE” button to turn on, press it again to turn off. When on, the shuffle indicator (“SHUF”) will appear in the display. When the player is between selections, the display will show a moving dash (“-”) around the perimeter of the display.

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n Shuffle and Scan

Both the shuffle and scan features can be activated simultaneously. In this mode, the player will randomly pick a selection and play the first eight seconds. This process is continued until either the “SCAN” button or “SHUFFLE” button is pressed a second time.

n Automatic Disc Storage

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 “focus error” (disc inserted upside down). In this case, the disc will not be automatically reloaded. How to eject the disc Push the “EJECT” button in the upper left corner of your CD player to stop play, eject the disc and resume radio or tape operation of your audio system. How To Take Care of and Clean Your CD Player and Discs To ensure the continued performance of your Ford Compact Disc Player, carefully read the following precautions: n Always handle the disc by its edge. Never touch the playing

surface.

n Before playing, inspect the disc for any contamination. If

needed, clean the disc with an approved disc cleaner, such as the Discwasher쑓 Compact Disc Cleaner or the Allsop 3쑓 Compact Disc Cleaner, by wiping from the center out to the edges. Do not use a circular motion to clean.

n Do not clean discs with solvents such as benzine, thinner,

commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray intended for analog records.

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n 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.

n After playing, store the disc in its case. n If a disc has already been inserted, do not try to insert

another disc. Doing so may damage the disc player.

n Do not insert anything other than a disc into the disc player. CAUTION: The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard as the laser beam used in this compact disc player is harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the case. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Common Operating Conditions of Your CD Player The following information is designed to help you recognize typical situations that could be mistakenly interpreted as mechanical malfunctions of the disc player. n A disc is already loaded. n The disc is inserted with the label surface downward. n The disc is dusty or defective. n The player’s internal temperature is above 167˚F (75˚C).

Allow the player to cool off before operating.

n Different manufacturers of compact discs may produce discs with different dimensions or tolerances, some of which may not be within industry standards or in accordance with the CD format. Because of this, a new disc that is free of dust and scratches could be defective and may not play on your Ford Compact Disc Player.

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If play does not begin after the CD button is pushed: n The radio is not on. n The unit is in the stop mode. n Moisture may have condensed on the lenses within the unit.

If this occurs, remove the disc and wait approximately an hour until the moisture evaporates.

If the sound skips: n Badly scratched discs or extremely rough roads will cause

the sound to skip. Skipping will not damage the disc player or scratch the discs.

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Electronic Stereo and Stereo Cassette Radios Both the Electronic Stereo Radio and Cassette Radio offer full electronic tuning with new soft touch controls. Using the Controls on Your New Radio How to turn the radio on and adjust the volume Press the “POWER” button to turn the radio on. Press it again to turn it off. Press the right (+) side of the “VOLUME” button to increase the volume. Press the left (–) side of the button to decrease the volume. Illuminated bars in the display show the relative volume level. NOTE: If the volume level is set above a certain listening

level when the ignition switch is turned off, when the