1998 Ford Crown Victoria Owners Manual

Before driving

Introduction

Instrumentation

Controls and features

Seating and safety restraints

Starting and driving

Starting

Driving

Roadside emergencies

Servicing

Maintenance and care

Capacities and specifications

Reporting safety defects

Index

Contents

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Copyright r 1997 Ford Motor Company

Introduction

ICONS Indicates a warning. Read the following section on Warnings for a full explanation.

Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment.

WARNINGS Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in. If possible, you should avoid full use of the brakes for the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles).

INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation.

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Instrument panel dimmer switch

(pg. 23)

Instrument

cluster (pg. 6)

Headlamp control

(pg. 23)

PANEL

DIM

0FF

AUTO LAMP

PUSH INTERIOR

Rear window

defroster control

(pg. 24)

Gearshift lever

(pg. 88)

OD OFF

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MPH km/h P R N D 2 1

AIR SUSP

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CHECK ENGINE

VOLTS

FUEL

< FUEL FILL DOOR

R.DEF.

HI LO

OFF

ON

OFF

BRAKE

TEMP

OIL

RSM

SET ACC

COAST

VOL - PUSH ON

AM FM

CD

BAS

SEEK

TUNE

OUTSIDE TEMP

MAX A/C

NORM A/C

Turn signal and wiper/washer

control (pg. 34)

Speed control*

(pg. 36)

Tilt steering wheel lever

(pg. 35)

*if equipped

Driver side air

bag

(pg. 68)

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Passenger side air

bag

(pg. 68)

Electronic sound

system (pg. 33)

FM1

ST

TREB

BAL

FADE

CLK

TAPE AMS

SCAN

EJ

w DOLBY B NR

REW SIDE

FF 1-2

H M

AUTO

OFF

AUTOMATIC

VENT

FLOOR

FLR • DEF

DEF

HI

LO

Clock (pg. 33)

Climate control

systems (pg. 25)

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Standard instrument cluster

TRAC CNTL

LOW FUEL

CHECK ENGINE

VOLTS

FUEL

< FUEL FILL DOOR

AIR SUSP

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OD OFF

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BRAKE

AIR BAG

TEMP

OIL

Optional instrument cluster

LTR GAL TO

EMPTY

/21

CHECK ENGINE

SPEED CONTROL

AIR BAG

–

km km/h MPH

CHECK

AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF

DOOR AJAR

LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR

km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km

DIST TO EMPTY TRIP

AVG ECON TRIP

INST ECON AVG SPEED

P R N D 2 1

Low fuel Illuminates when the fuel tank has approximately eight liters (two gallons) remaining. The lamp will also illuminate when the ignition key is turned to ON and the engine is off.

LOW FUEL

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CHECK ENGINE

Check engine Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD II). This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle. The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the engine is started, one of the engine’s emission control systems may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing. Whatyoushoulddoifthecheckenginelightilluminates Light turns on solid: This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause your Check Engine light to illuminate. Examples are: 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.) 2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel. 3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened. These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and/or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Check Engine light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required. If the Check Engine light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.

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Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

AIR BAG

Air bag readiness Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately.

Safety belt Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For more information, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

Brake system warning (if equipped) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. If brake warning lamp does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately. Also illuminates when the parking brake is engaged. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately.

BRAKE

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Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is off. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released.

ABS

Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If one or both of the indicators stay on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out turn signal bulb. Refer to Exterior bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter.

High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

Charging system Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. The light also illuminates when the battery is not charging properly, requiring electrical system service.

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Engine oil pressure (if equipped) Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately. Check the oil level and add oil if needed. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Care chapter. This lamp also illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON and the engine is off.

Engine coolant temperature Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let it cool.

Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the

engine is running or hot.

Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. If light stays on or continues to turn on after the vehicle warms up, have your vehicle serviced. This light also illuminates briefly when the ignition key is turned to ON.

Air suspension (if equipped) This light tells you if the air suspension needs repair or if the air suspension switch is OFF. For information on the air suspension system, refer to the Driving chapter.

AIR SUSP

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O/D off Illuminates when the transmission control switch has been pushed. When the light is on, the transmission does not shift into overdrive. If the light does not come on when the transmission control switch is depressed or if the light flashes when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced.

O/D OFF

TRAC CNTL

Traction ControlY active (if equipped) Flashes when the Traction Controly system begins applying and releasing the brakes and adjusting the engine characteristics to limit a wheelspin condition. It will be lit for a minimum of four seconds or for the duration of the Traction Controly event. If the Traction Controly indicator comes on or stays lit, either: • the Traction Controly system needs service, or • the customer has disabled the system using the traction control

switch.

For more information, refer to the Driving chapter.

Safety belt warning chime Chimes to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

Key-in-ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and either front door is opened.

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Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (and the key is not in the ignition) and either front door is opened.

Turn signal chime Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn.

GAUGES

Standard instrument cluster gauges

TRAC CNTL

LOW FUEL

CHECK ENGINE

VOLTS

FUEL

< FUEL FILL DOOR

AIR SUSP

40

60

40

20

30
20
10

OD OFF

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100

120

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140

90

0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0000

MPH

km/h

100

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180

200

110
120

BRAKE

AIR BAG

TEMP

OIL

Optional instrument cluster gauges

LTR GAL TO

EMPTY

/21

CHECK ENGINE

SPEED CONTROL

AIR BAG

–

km km/h MPH

CHECK

AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF

DOOR AJAR

LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR

km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km

DIST TO EMPTY TRIP

AVG ECON TRIP

INST ECON AVG SPEED

P R N D 2 1

Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (when the key is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion. The ignition should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is being refueled. When the gauge first indicates empty, there is a small

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amount of reserve fuel in the tank. When refueling the vehicle from empty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel. • Standard instrument cluster

• Optional instrument cluster

Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. • Standard instrument cluster

FUEL

/21

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Instrumentation • Optional instrument cluster

Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. • Standard instrument cluster

• Optional instrument cluster

km km/h MPH

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000

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km/h

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Refer to Electronic Message Center for information on how to switch the display from metric to English measurements.

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Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset, depress the control.

Instrumentation

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Refer to electronic message center for Trip A and Trip B features on the optional instrument cluster.

Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating temperature, the needle remains within the normal area (the area between the “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the ignition and let it cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter.

Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is running or hot.

• Standard instrument cluster

TEMP

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Instrumentation • Optional instrument cluster

This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level or mixture, the gauge indication will not be accurate.

Battery voltage gauge (if equipped) This gauge shows the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated), have the vehicle’s electrical system checked as soon as possible.

VOLTS

Engine oil pressure gauge (if equipped) This shows the engine oil pressure in the system. Sufficient pressure exists as long as the needle remains in the normal range (the area between the “H” and “L”). If the gauge indicates low pressure, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately. Check the oil level. Add oil if needed (refer to Checking and adding engine oil in the Maintenance and care

OIL

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chapter). If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician.

Instrumentation

ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER The electronic message center only works when the ignition is in the ON position. The message center allows you to: • see problems such as door ajar, air suspension, trunk ajar, washer fluid low

• see how many kilometers/miles you can drive before running out of fuel

CHECK

AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF

DOOR AJAR

LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR

km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km

DIST TO EMPTY TRIP

AVG ECON TRIP

INST ECON AVG SPEED

• see when overdrive has been deactivated • monitor the average fuel economy • monitor the instantaneous fuel economy • check the distance traveled during a trip on either Trip A or Trip B • monitor the average speed Selectable features Reset Press this control to reset the selected message center function to zero. The only functions which can be reset are: • AVG ECON • TRIP A or TRIP B • AVG SPEED

SELECT

RESET

E/M

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E/M Press this control to switch the electronic instrument cluster display and the message center display from metric to English units.

Select Each press of the SELECT control will select a different function. Press the right side of the control to advance the function to the right, and press the left side of the control to advance the function to the left. To reset any function: 1. Push either the right or left side of the SELECT control to choose the desired function. 2. Press the RESET control and the selected message center function will be reset to zero.

RESET

E/M

SELECT

RESET

E/M

SELECT

RESET

E/M

SELECT

Message center functions DISTTOEMPTY(DTE) This function estimates approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions.

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DIST TO EMPTY TRIP

AVG ECON TRIP

INST ECON AVG SPEED

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E/M

RESET

SELECT

Remember to turn the ignition OFF when refueling your vehicle. Otherwise, the display will not show the addition of fuel for a few miles. At least 9.5 liters (2.5 gallons) of fuel must be added for the fuel gauge to immediately show the new fuel level. The DTE function will flash for 5 seconds and sound a tone for 1 second when you have approximately: • 80 km (50 miles) left before you run out of fuel • 40 km (25 miles) • 16 km (10 miles) The message center will remain in the DTE function until the SELECT control is pressed to change functions. Displayed DTE will not be equal to AVG ECON multiplied by the FUEL REMAIN value. DTE is calculated using a method that considers the fuel economy of the last 800 km (500 miles) driven. If “CO” or “CS” is displayed, there is a problem with the fuel indication system and you should contact your dealer for service as soon as possible. AVGECON(averagefueleconomy) Select this function to display your average fuel economy in liters/100
km or miles/gallon. If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing miles traveled by gallons used, your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons: • your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up • differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at • variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another • rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 liter (gallons)

service stations

INST ECON AVG SPEED

DIST TO EMPTY TRIP

AVG ECON TRIP

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Press the RESET control while AVG ECON is displayed to reset the function. The average displayed is the average since the last reset.

RESET

E/M

SELECT

AVG ECON TRIP

DIST TO EMPTY TRIP

INST ECON AVG SPEED

INSTECON(instantaneousfueleconomy) Select this function to calculate the instantaneous fuel economy of your running vehicle. For example, you can see what your fuel economy is in heavy traffic or on an open highway. Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy. When your vehicle is not moving, instantaneous fuel economy is displayed at 99 liters per 100 kilometers (or 0 miles per gallon). Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset. TRIPAandTRIPB These two functions allow you to see how far you have traveled since you last reset. Trip A and Trip B are completely independent and must be reset individually. To reset either trip feature to zero, press the RESET control while the appropriate trip distance feature (TRIP A or TRIP B) is displayed.

INST ECON AVG SPEED

DIST TO EMPTY TRIP

AVG ECON TRIP

SELECT

RESET

E/M

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AVGSPEED(averagespeed) Select this function to display your average speed in miles per hour or kilometers per hour. Your vehicle must be moving to calculate your average speed. When your vehicle is not moving, the average speed is displayed at 0 kilometers (0 miles) per hour.

DIST TO EMPTY TRIP

AVG ECON TRIP

INST ECON AVG SPEED

Message center indicator lights Checkairsuspension Briefly illuminates when the ignition is turned ON. This light will remain on to indicate that the air suspension switch is off or to indicate a possible system fault. For more information on the air suspension system, refer to the Driving chapter. Overdriveoff Illuminates when the transmission control switch (TCS) has been pushed. When the light is on, the transmission does not shift into overdrive. If the light does not come on when the TCS is depressed or if the light flashes when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced. Doorajar Illuminates when one of the doors is not completely shut and the ignition is turned to ON. With the ignition ON, this light will flash five times and sound a tone for one second, then remain on (if a door is open).

CHECK

AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF

DOOR AJAR

LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR

km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km

CHECK

AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF

DOOR AJAR

LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR

km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km

CHECK

AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF

DOOR AJAR

LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR

km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km

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Lowwasherfluid Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON and will stay on when the windshield washer fluid is low.

Trunkajar If the trunk is not completely closed, this light comes on when you turn the ignition to ON. With the ignition ON, this light will flash five times and sound a tone for one second, then remain on (if the trunk is open).

CHECK

AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF

DOOR AJAR

LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR

km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km

CHECK

AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF

DOOR AJAR

LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR

km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km

INDICATOR LAMP MODULE The indicator lamp module contains the following lamps:

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is off. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released.

ABS

Brake system warning Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. If brake warning lamp does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately. Also illuminates when the parking brake is engaged. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately.

BRAKE

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PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlight and parklamp operation. • Push up to brighten. • Push down to dim. HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking lamps only. Rotate to the second position to also turn on the headlamps.

High beams Push forward to activate.

Flash to pass Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate.

Controls and features

PANEL

DIM

OFF

HI LO

OFF

HI LO

OFF

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Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control. The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a preselected period of time after the ignition switch is turned to OFF. • To turn autolamps on, rotate the

OFF

AUTO LAMP

control counterclockwise. The preselected time lapse is adjustable up to approximately three minutes by continuing to rotate the control counterclockwise.

• To turn autolamps off, rotate the control clockwise to OFF. • A small LED illuminates under the autolamp control to indicate that

the headlamps have been turned on by the autolamps.

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the highbeam headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the engine must be running, • the parking brake released, and • the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position.

The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system will not illuminate the tail lamps and parking lamps. Turn on your headlamps at dusk.

Failure to do so may result in a collision.

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel. Press the defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog. • The small LED will illuminate when the defroster is activated. The ignition must be in the ON position to operate the rear window defroster.

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The defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the OFF position. To manually turn off the defroster before ten minutes have passed, push the control again.

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

Manual heating and air conditioning system (if equipped)

LO

HI

OFF

VENT

NORM A/C

MAX A/C

FLOOR

MIX

Fanspeedcontrol Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.

Temperaturecontrolknob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle.

LO

HI

Modeselectorcontrol Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle.

OFF

VENT

NORM A/C

MAX A/C

FLOOR

MIX

The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except VENT and FLR. However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or above. Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle.

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Under normal conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should be left in any position other than MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” through the outside air inlet duct. • MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. MAX A/C is noisier than NORM A/C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. • NORM A/C-Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. It is quieter than MAX A/C but not as economical. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers. • VENT-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers.

However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode. • OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short

periods of time only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. • FLR-Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.

• MIX-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For added customer comfort, when the temperature control knob is anywhere in between the full hot and full cold positions, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts. If the temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to prevent fogging.

-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts.

It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to prevent fogging.

Operatingtips • In humid weather, select

windshield from fogging. After a few minutes, select any desired position.

before driving. This will prevent your

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climate control system in the OFF position.

Controls and features • To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’t drive with the • Don’t put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield).

airflow to the back seats.

• If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather, the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three minutes with the windows open. This will force most of the hot, stale air out of the vehicle. Then operate your air conditioner as you would normally. • When placing objects on top of your instrument panel, be careful to not place them over the defroster outlets. These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield. Also, avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel. These objects can fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system.

Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) system (if equipped) The EATC system will maintain a selected temperature and automatically control airflow. You can override automatic operation with any of the override controls or the fan speed control.

OUTSIDE TEMP

NORM A/C

FLR • DEF

MAX A/C

AUTO

FLOOR

VENT

OFF

AUTOMATIC

DEF

HI

LO

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TurningtheEATCon Press AUTOMATIC, any of the override controls or the fan speed control. The EATC will only operate when the ignition is in the ON position.

TurningtheEATCoff Press OFF. The Outside Temperature function will continue to operate until the ignition is turned off.

OUTSIDE TEMP

AUTO

OFF

AUTOMATIC

MAX A/C

NORM A/C

VENT

FLOOR

FLR • DEF

DEF

HI

LO

OFF

AUTOMATIC

FLR • DEF

DEF

HI

LO

Automaticoperation Press AUTOMATIC and select the desired temperature. The selected temperature and the word AUTO will appear in the display window. The EATC system will either heat or cool to achieve the selected temperature. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location and if fresh outside air or recirculated air is required. Fan speed remains automatic unless the fan speed thumbwheel is turned. When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions require heat, air will be sent to the floor. However, if the engine is not warm enough to provide heat, the fan will be at a low speed and the air will be directed to the windshield. In 3½ minutes or less, the fan speed will start to increase and the airflow location will change to the floor area. If unusual conditions exist (i.e.-window fogging, etc.), the manual override controls allow you to select airflow locations and the fan control allows you to adjust fan speed as necessary.

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˚F AUTO

Temperatureselection The display window indicates the selected temperature, function (AUTO or one of the override controls) and manual control of fan speed ( To control the temperature, select any temperature between 18°C (65°F) and 29°C (85°F) by pressing the blue (cooler) or red (warmer) buttons.

) if automatic fan speed is not desired.

OUTSIDE TEMP

MAX A/C

NORM A/C

VENT

For continuous maximum cooling, push the blue button until 16°C (60°F) is shown in the display window. The EATC will continue maximum cooling (disregarding the displayed temperature) until a warmer temperature is selected by pressing the red button. For continuous maximum heating, push the red button until 32°C (90°F) is shown in the display window. The EATC will continue maximum heating (disregarding the displayed temperature) until a cooler temperature is selected by pressing the blue button. Temperatureconversion Press MAX A/C and DEF same time (for one second) to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius.

at the

OUTSIDE TEMP

AUTOMATIC

NORM A/C

FLR • DEF

MAX A/C

AUTO

FLOOR

VENT

DEF

OFF

HI

LO

If your vehicle has an English/Metric (E/M) control to change your electronic instrument cluster display (if equipped) and the message center display (if equipped) from English to Metric, this control will also change the temperature display. Refer to Electronic Message Center in the Instrumentation Chapter.

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Fanspeed( When AUTOMATIC is pressed, fan speed is adjusted automatically for existing conditions. You can override fan speed at any time. To control fan speed manually, use the thumbwheel to cancel automatic fan speed operation. Rotate the thumbwheel up for higher fan speed or down for lower fan speed.

The display will show manual fan operation.

to indicate

OFF

AUTOMATIC

FLR • DEF

DEF

HI

LO

˚F AUTO

OFF

AUTOMATIC

FLR • DEF

DEF

HI

LO

To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTOMATIC. Manualoverridecontrols The override controls are located at the bottom of the EATC and allow you to determine where airflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTOMATIC.

OUTSIDE TEMP

NORM A/C

MAX A/C

AUTO

FLOOR

VENT

The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except FLOOR and VENT. It will also operate only when required when AUTOMATIC has been selected. However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or above. Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle. Under normal conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should be left in any position other than MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” through the outside air inlet duct. • MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. The temperature

display will remain the same and air will be cooled based on the selected temperature. To exit, press AUTOMATIC or any other override controls. MAX A/C is noisier than NORM A/C but more

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economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster. Airflow is from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

• NORM A/C-Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. The temperature display will remain the same and air will be cooled based on the selected temperature. It is quieter than MAX A/C but not as economical. Fan speed will remain automatic. Airflow is from the instrument panel registers.

• VENT-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers.

However, the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.

• FLOOR-Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air

through the floor ducts. However, the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.

• FLR•DEF-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. The air will be heated or cooled based on the temperature selection. For added customer comfort, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts. If the temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to prevent fogging.

-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the outside air temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to prevent fogging. • OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short periods of time, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. For short periods of time only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

• DEF

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Displayingoutsidetemperature Press OUTSIDE TEMP to display the outside air temperature. It will be displayed until OUTSIDE TEMP is pressed again.

OUTSIDE TEMP

MAX A/C

NORM A/C

VENT

If the selected temperature is changed while the outside temperature is displayed, the new temperature will be displayed for four seconds after it is changed, then the outside temperature will return to the window. If a manual override function is selected while the outside temperature is displayed, the new function will be displayed for four seconds after it is changed, then the outside temperature will return to the window along with the override selection. 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. Operatingtips • In humid weather, select DEF

before driving. This will prevent

your windshield from fogging. After a few minutes, select any desired position. • To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’t drive with the • Don’t put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the

climate control system in the OFF position.

airflow to the back seats.

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• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield).

• If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather, the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three minutes with the windows open. This will force most of the hot, stale air out of the vehicle. Then operate the air conditioner as you would normally.

• When placing objects on top of your instrument panel, be careful to not place them over the defroster outlets. These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield. Also, avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel. These objects can fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system.

CLOCK Press H to set the hour.

Press M to set the minute.

AUDIO SYSTEM Refer to the “Audio Guide” in your owner portfolio.

H M

H M

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TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left • Push up to activate the right turn

turn signal.

signal.

HI LO

OFF

The flash rate of the turn signal will speed up considerably if the Lighting Control Module detects a left or right turn lamp bulb (front or rear) is burned out.

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper control to the desired interval, low or high speed position. The bars of varying length are for intermittent wipers. When in this position rotate the control upward for fast intervals and downward for slow intervals. Push the control on the end of the stalk to activate washer. Push and hold for a longer wash cycle. The washer will automatically shut off after ten seconds of continuous use.

HI LO

OFF

HI LO

OFF

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POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal. 3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel. 4. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key position when driving. 5. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine starts.

TILT STEERING Pull the tilt steering control toward you to move the steering wheel up or down. Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to the desired position, then release the control.

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

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SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

To turn speed control on • Press ON. Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km/h (30 mph).

ON

OFF

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

Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neutral) with the speed control on.

To turn speed control off • Press OFF or • Turn off the vehicle ignition.

ON

OFF

Once speed control is switched off, the previously programmed set speed will be erased.

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To set a speed • Press SET ACC/SET ACCEL. For

speed control to operate, the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 48 km/h (30 mph).