1999 Ford Explorer 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

Customer assistance

Reporting safety defects

Index

Contents

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Introduction

ICONS Indicates a safety alert. Read the following section on Warnings.

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. Indicates a message regarding child safety restraints. Refer to Seating and safety restraints for more information.

Indicates that this Owner Guide contains information on this subject. Please refer to the Index to locate the appropriate section which will provide you more information.

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.

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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.

SPECIAL NOTICES

Notice to owners of utility type vehicles Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter as well as the “Four Wheeling” supplement included with 4WD and utility type vehicles.

Using your vehicle as a snowplow

Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing.

Using your vehicle as an ambulance

Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance.

Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation package.

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Instrument

cluster (pg. 6)

Speed control*

(pg. 80)

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FUEL RESET

ABS

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ON

OFF

CHECK SUSP

SPEED CONT

O/D OFF

RSM

SET ACC

COAST

Tilt steering wheel lever

(pg. 85)

Headlamp

control (pg. 19)

Instrument panel dimmer switch

(pg. 20)

* if equipped

Turn signal and wiper/washer

control (pg. 85)

Driver side air

bag

(pg. 126)

Gearshift (includes

overdrive button)

(pg. 152)

Electronic sound

system (pg. 33)

4WD LOW

O D

O N / O F F

VOL - PUSH ON

AM FM CD

BASS

TREB

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Rear

window/washer

control (pg. 86)

Rear window

defroster control

(pg. 30)

R. WIPE

OFF

ON

PUSH

BAL

FADE

CLK

TAPE AMS

SIDE 1 - 2
FF REW

SEEK TUNE DISCS

CD

Climate controls

(pg. 87)

SCAN

EJ

CD

COMP

SHUFFLE

OFF

A/C

MAX A/C

Foglamp Control* (pg. 19)

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

CHECK GAGE

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FUEL RESET

ABS

BRAKE

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SPEED CONT

4WD HIGH

4WD LOW

O/D OFF

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.

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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. 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.

Fuel reset Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the fuel pump shut-off switch has been triggered. For more information, refer to Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter.

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.

FUEL RESET

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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 Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. If the 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

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. If the light remains on, continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the system serviced immediately. 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.

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THEFT

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

Anti-theft system (if equipped) Refer to SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system in the Controls and features chapter.

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.

Check gauge Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high, the engine oil pressure is low or the fuel gauge is at or near empty. The ignition must be in the ON position for this lamp to illuminate. The lamp will also illuminate for several seconds after the ignition is turned to the ON position. Refer to Engine coolant temperature gauge, Engine oil pressure gauge or Fuel gauge in this chapter for more information.

CHECK GAGE

Four wheel drive low (if equipped) This light momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON. Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged. If the light continues to flash have the system serviced.

4WD LOW

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Four wheel drive high (if equipped) This light momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON. Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged. If the light continues to flash have the system serviced.

Door ajar Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON or START position and any door is open.

4WD HIGH

DOOR AJAR

O/D off (if equipped) 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

Check air suspension (if equipped) Illuminates momentarily when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is OFF. The light also illuminates when the air suspension system requires servicing. For information, refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter.

CHECK SUSP

Speed control This light comes on when either the SET/ACCEL or RESUME controls are pressed. It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position.

SPEED CONT

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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 the driver’s door is opened.

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 the driver’s door is opened.

GAUGES

CHECK GAGE

CHECK ENGINE

FUEL RESET

ABS

BRAKE

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Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed.

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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 engine immediately and let the engine cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter.

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

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

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Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.

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

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Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine.

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Battery voltage gauge 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.

Engine oil pressure gauge 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 “L” and “H”). 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 Engine oil in the Maintenance and care chapter). If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician. 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 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. The FUEL DOOR icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.

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MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in the ON position, the message center displays important vehicle information through a constant monitor of vehicle systems. You may select display features on the message center for a display of status preceded by a brief indicator chime. The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings.

Selectable features English/metricdisplay Press to toggle the message center display between metric or English units.

Instrumentation

FUEL

ENGLISH METRIC

RANGE

STATUS

ECON

RESET

SYSTEM CHECK

OIL CHANGE

RESET

FUEL

ENGLISH/ METRIC

RANGE

STATUS

ECON

RESET

SYSTEM CHECK

OIL

CHANGE RESET

Fuelrange Press once to display the approximate kilometers (miles) left to drive before the fuel tank is empty. Press again to display the distance driven since this function was last manually reset.

FUEL

ENGLISH/ METRIC

RANGE

STATUS

ECON

RESET

SYSTEM CHECK

OIL

CHANGE RESET

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For maximum accuracy of this display feature, the ignition should be in the OFF position during fueling. The display FUEL LEVEL ERROR indicates a problem with the fuel indication system. See your dealer or qualified service technician for system maintenance. Fuelstatus Press once to display the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Press again to display the approximate amount of fuel used since the system was last reset.

ENGLISH/ METRIC

CHANGE RESET

SYSTEM CHECK

STATUS

RANGE

RESET

ECON

FUEL

OIL

Fueleconomy Press to display your vehicle’s average fuel economy in liters/100
km or (miles/gallons).

FUEL

ENGLISH/ METRIC

RANGE

STATUS

ECON

RESET

SYSTEM CHECK

OIL

CHANGE RESET

Reset Press the reset control to reset the current feature being displayed. Warnings, distance driven, average fuel economy, fuel used and personalized oil reset percentage are the only features that respond to reset.

FUEL

ENGLISH/ METRIC

RANGE

STATUS

ECON

RESET

SYSTEM CHECK

OIL

CHANGE RESET

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OIL

FUEL

ECON

RESET

RANGE

STATUS

SYSTEM CHECK

CHANGE RESET

ENGLISH/ METRIC

Systemcheck Press the system check control to display the status of the following systems: † engine oil life left † engine oil level † voltage level † engine coolant temperature † washer fluid level † fuel level The engine oil life left has two phases. The first display will indicate the oil change status (OK, SOON, REQUIRED). The second display will indicate the percentage of oil life remaining. The display OIL TEMP SIGNAL ERROR indicates a problem with the system. Following this display, contact your dealer or qualified service technician for system maintenance. Operatingthemessagecenterduringsystemcheck The message center controls can be operated as follows during the system check sequence: 1. Press the system check controls to advance to the next display. 2. Press the reset control to immediately conclude the system check. 3. Press the range, fuel status or fuel economy control to conclude the system check and display the requested feature. 4. Press the metric/English control to conclude the system check and change the previous display to the new mode. 5. Press the oil change reset control to conclude the system check and begin the oil change reset procedure. An oil change is recommended whenever indicated by the message center. Use only recommended engine oils. The message center will tell you the percent of oil life left during system check. This percentage is based on your driving history and the time since your last oil change. In order to ensure accurate oil life left indications, you should only perform the following procedure after you have the oil changed.

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OIL

FUEL

ECON

RESET

RANGE

STATUS

SYSTEM CHECK

CHANGE RESET

ENGLISH/ METRIC

Oilchangereset Press the OIL CHANGE RESET control to reset the oil life feature to 100% (or your personalized oil reset percentage) (at optimal driving conditions, 100% oil life is equivalent to a maximum of 12 000
kilometers [7 500 miles]). After you have the oil changed, you must press and hold the OIL CHANGE RESET control for five seconds. The message center will count down for five seconds. After a successful reset, the message center will display OIL LIFE RESET TO 100%. (If you have established a personalized oil reset percentage, the display will show that percentage instead of 100%.) This reset procedure should be performed only after an oil change to ensure accurate oil life indications. Your personalized oil reset percentage allows you to establish a smaller oil change interval than the manufacturer’s recommended interval. To establish your personalized oil reset percentage: 1. Press and hold the OIL CHANGE RESET control and press the RESET control while the display is still counting down the 5 seconds to reset. The display will change to START OIL LIFE AT XXX%. 2. Press the OIL CHANGE RESET control until the displayed percentage is the personalized oil reset percentage you desire. Your choices are 100%, 90%, 80%, 70%, 60%, 50%, 40% and 30%. 3. Press the RESET control to complete the procedure. Pressing any control other than RESET or OIL CHANGE RESET will abort this procedure and will not establish your new personalized oil reset percentage. When your personalized oil reset percentage has been established, it will be used beginning with the completion of your next OIL CHANGE RESET procedure.

ENGLISH/ METRIC

CHANGE RESET

SYSTEM CHECK

STATUS

RANGE

RESET

ECON

FUEL

OIL

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Controls and features

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the second position to also turn on the headlamps.

OFF

Foglamp control (if equipped) Turn on the low-beam headlamps and press the foglamp control to activate the foglamps. The foglamp control will illuminate when the foglamps are on. Press the foglamp control a second time to deactivate the foglamps.

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

Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System

does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.

High beams Push forward to activate.

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

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlamp and parklamp operation. † Rotate up to brighten. † Rotate down to dim. † Rotate to full down position to

turn off.

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

DIM

Manual heating and air conditioning system (if equipped)

OFF

A/C

MAX A/C

Fanspeedcontrol Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.

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Temperaturecontrolknob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle.

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

OFF

A/C

MAX A/C

and

The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except

. 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. MAX A/C is noisier than 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.

† 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.

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†

†

†

†

(Panel and floor)-Distributes outside air through the instrument

panel registers 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 instrument panel registers.

(Floor)-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.

(Floor and defrost)-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 instrument panel registers. 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

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 under the hood).

† 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.

REAR FAN OFF

˚F AUTO

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, the fan speed control or the steering wheel controls. 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.

˚F AUTO

REAR FAN OFF

PNL • FLR

PNL • FLR

FLR • DEF

MAX A/C

FLR • DEF

MAX A/C

FLOOR

FLOOR

VENT

VENT

OFF

AUTOMATIC

DEF

OFF

AUTOMATIC

DEF

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LO

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TurningtheEATCoff Press OFF.

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 or the steering wheel fan speed control is pressed. 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 31⁄2 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. Temperatureselection The display window indicates the selected temperature, function (AUTO or one of the override controls) and manual control of fan speed (

) if automatic fan speed is not desired.

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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.

Controls and features

REAR FAN OFF

MAX A/C

VENT

PNL • FLR

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

REAR FAN OFF

AUTOMATIC

PNL • FLR

FLR • DEF

MAX A/C

AUTO

FLOOR

VENT

DEF

OFF

HI

LO

If your vehicle has an English/Metric (E/M) control, this control will also change the temperature display. 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 or steering wheel control to cancel automatic fan speed operation.

AUTOMATIC

FLR • DEF

DEF

OFF

HI

LO

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Controls and features † Rotate the thumbwheel up for higher fan speed or down for lower fan † Press the steering wheel fan speed control up for higher fan speed or

speed.

down for lower fan speed.

The display will show manual fan operation.

to indicate

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.

REAR FAN OFF

PNL • FLR

MAX A/C

FLOOR

VENT

˚F AUTO

˚F AUTO

OFF

AUTOMATIC

FLR • DEF

DEF

HI

LO

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

will display 16°C (60°F). To exit, press AUTOMATIC or any other override controls. MAX A/C is noisier than normal A/C but more 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. † 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.

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† PNL†FLR-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel

registers 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 instrument panel registers.

† 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 only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

† DEF

Rearfanoff Press REAR FAN OFF to turn off the rear console fan. This overrides the rear console fan speed control.

REAR FAN OFF

MAX A/C

VENT

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The EATC display window will indicate REAR FAN OFF. The rear console fan will remain off until REAR FAN OFF is pressed again. Operatingtips † In humid weather, select DEF

before driving. This will prevent

climate control system in the OFF position.

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 † 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 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.

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Rear console climate controls (if equipped) Depending on the equipment package of your vehicle, the rear console may be equipped with rear console audio/climate controls.

- VOLUME +

MODE

SEEK

MEMORY

The instrument panel climate controls must be on in order for the rear console climate controls to work. Turn the air distribution control to the desired airflow position. Turn the fan speed control to the desired position.

- VOLUME +

MODE

Select these vents:

for air to flow through

SEEK

MEMORY

– VOLUME +

BAND

SEEK

MEMORY

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Select these vents:

for air to flow through

– VOLUME +

BAND

SEEK

MEMORY

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

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4WD CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) This control operates the 4WD. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

4x4
HIGH

LOW

AUTO

REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The reverse sensing system (RSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper when the reverse gear is selected.

To help avoid personal injury, please read and understand the limitations on the reverse sensing system described below.

Reverse sensing is only an assist for some (generally large and fixed) objects when moving in reverse on a flat surface at “parking speeds” of approximately 6 km/h (4 mph) or less. It is the drivers responsibility for ensuring that their path is clear when operating the vehicle.

To help avoid personal injury, always use caution when in reverse and when using the reverse sensing system.

This system is not designed to prevent contact with small or moving objects. The system is designed to provide a warning to

assist the driver in detecting large stationary objects to avoid damaging the vehicle. The system may not detect smaller objects, particularly those close to the ground.

The RSS will assist the driver in detecting certain objects while the vehicle slowly moves in reverse at speeds less than 6 km/h (4 mph). The RSS is not effective at speeds greater than 6 km/h (4 mph) and may not detect certain angular or moving objects. The weather may also affect the function of RSS. RSS may have reduced performance, or be activated in inclement weather.

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The reverse sensing system detects obstacles within approximately 1.8
meters (5.9 ft.) of the rear bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper, (refer to the figures for approximate zone coverage areas). As you move closer to the obstacle, the rate of the tone increases. When the distance to the obstacle is less than 25.0 cm (10 in.), the tone will sound continuously. If the system detects a stationary or receding object further than 25.0 cm (10 in.) from the side of the vehicle, the tone will sound for only 3 second. Once the system detects an object approaching, the tone will sound again.

OFF

A reverse sensing control allows the driver to enable and disable the RSS when the ignition is ON. The reverse sensing control indicator momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON. The OFF indicator remains illuminated when the system is disabled. The system defaults to ON every time the reverse gear is selected. Press the control to disable or enable the system. The indicator will remain illuminated to indicate a failure of the reverse sensing system. Always keep the sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) free from dirt, snow and ice (do not clean the sensors with sharp objects). These elements may cause the system to operate inaccurately. If the vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles.

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USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM

AM/FM stereo cassette

VOL - PUSH ON

AM

FM

BASS

TREB

FM1

ST

SEEK

TUNE

SCAN

EJ

BAL

FADE

CLK

TAPE AMS

SIDE REW

1 - 2
FF

Volume/powercontrol Press the control to turn the audio system on or off.

VOL - PUSH ON

Turn the control to raise or lower volume.

VOL - PUSH ON

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If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. AM/FMselect The AM/FM select control works in radio and tape modes.

AM

FM

AM/FMselectinradiomode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the AM control to select from AM selections, and press the FM control to select from FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations. AM/FMselectintapemode Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play. Tuneadjust The tune control works in radio mode. Tuneadjustinradiomode † Press

to move to the next

SEEK

TUNE

frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly.

† Press

Seekfunction The seek function control works in radio mode.

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to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not

a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement.

Seekfunctioninradiomode † Press

to find the next

listenable station down the frequency band.

† Press

to find the next

listenable station up the frequency band.

Scanfunction The scan function works in radio mode.

Controls and features

SEEK

TUNE

SCAN

Scanfunctioninradiomode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band. Press the SCAN control again to stop the scan mode. Radiostationmemorypreset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations (six in FM1 and six in FM2). Settingmemorypresetstations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM or the FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns, indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected.

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Bassadjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output.

Trebleadjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output.

Speakerbalanceadjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers.

Speakerfadeadjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers.

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BASS

TREB

BAL

FADE

Tapeselect † To enter tape mode while in radio

mode, press the TAPE AMS control.

Controls and features

CLK

TAPE AMS

CLK

TAPE AMS

AutomaticMusicSearch The Automatic Music Search feature allows you to quickly locate the beginning of the tape selection being played or to skip to the next selection. To activate the feature, momentarily depress the TAPE AMS button. Then, press either REW (for the beginning of the current selection) or FF (to advance to the next selection). The tape deck stops and returns to play mode when the AMS circuit senses a blank section on the tape. In order to ensure proper operation of the AMS feature, the tape MUST have a blank section of at least 4 seconds duration between programs. Rewind The rewind control works in tape mode. To rewind in tape mode, press the REW control. Radio play will continue until rewind is stopped (with the FF control or the AM/FM control) or the beginning of the tape is reached. Fastforward The fast forward control works in tape mode. † In the tape mode, tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached.

SIDE 1 - 2
REW FF

SIDE REW

1 - 2
FF

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Tapedirectionselect Press SIDE and 1–2 at the same time to play the alternate side of a tape.

Ejectfunction Press the control to stop and eject a tape.

SIDE REW

1 - 2
FF

EJ

control to activate (and deactivate) Dolbyt noise reduction.

DolbyT noisereduction Dolbyt noise reduction operates only in tape mode. Dolbyt reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback. Press the The noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Settingtheclock Press CLK to toggle between listening frequencies and clock mode while in radio mode. To set the hour, press and hold the CLK control and press:

CLK

TAPE AMS

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† †

to decrease hours and to increase hours.

Controls and features

To set the minute, press and hold the CLK control and press:

SEEK

TUNE