1998 Ford F 250 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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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.

SPECIAL NOTICES

Using your vehicle with a snowplow For more information and guidelines for using your vehicle with a snowplow, refer to the Driving chapter.

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.

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.

Introduction

Instrumentation

Instrument cluster

(pg. 6)

Speed control

(pg. 28)

LOW FUEL

+ -

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40 50 60

80
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100

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60
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0 0 0 0

0 5

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•140

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40•

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20•km/h

10

ON

OFF

SRS

Headlamp control

(pg. 17)

Turn signal and wiper/washer

control (pg. 34)

Instrument panel dimmer switch

(pg. 18)

THEFT

0 RPMx1000

CHECK ENGINE

ABS

4 X 4

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

Driver side air

bag

(pg. 60)

Instrumentation

Electronic sound system; refer to

Audio Guide

(pg. 19)

Gearshift (includes

overdrive button)

(pg. 88)

VOL-PUSH ON

FM 1

FM 1

AM FM

BASS TREB

ST

BAL

FADE AUTO SET

SEEK TUNE DISCS

REW

LO

SCAN

EJ

DOLBY 8 NR

TAPE CD

FF

SIDE 1-2

COMP

SHUFFLE

FLOOR

OFF

PANEL & FLOOR

PANEL

FLR& DEF DEF

PASSENGER AIRBAG

ON

OFF

OFF

HI

COOL

WARM

Climate control

systems (pg. 20)

4WD Control*

(pg. 102)

Passenger air bag deactivate switch

(pg. 65)

Auxiliary power

point

(pg. 19)

Instrumentation

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Standard instrument cluster

LOW FUEL

DOOR AJAR

BRAKE

+ -

UNLEADED FUEL ONLY

CHECK ENGINE

40
60

50 60

80

100

0 0 0 0 0

30
40

20
10

20 km/h

0 0 0 0

MPH P R N 2 1

70
120

80
90

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160
100

Optional instrument cluster

LOW FUEL

DOOR AJAR

BRAKE

+ -

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40
60

50 60

80

100

0 0 0 0 0

30
40

20
10

20 km/h

0 0 0 0

MPH P R N 2 1

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120

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Low fuel

Illuminates when the fuel level is low. The lamp will also illuminate when the ignition key is turned to ON and the engine is off.

Check engine

Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s emission control system. This system is commonly known as

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FUEL RESET

ABS

CHECK SUSP

LOW RANGE

4 X 4

THEFT FUEL DOOR

RPM 1000

ABS

CHECK SUSP

CHECK ENGINE

FUEL RESET

LOW RANGE

4 X 4

LOW FUEL

CHECK ENGINE

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. Whatyoushoulddoifthe checkenginelightilluminates 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

Instrumentation

Instrumentation

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.

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 ON 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 on and the engine is off. Also illuminates when the parking brake is engaged. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is off. If the light remains on, continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the system serviced immediately.

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.

Instrumentation

BRAKE

ABS

THEFT

Instrumentation

High beams

Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

Anti-theft system (if equipped)

Refer to Perimeter alarm system in the Controls and features chapter.

Charging system

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

Oil pressure/Engine coolant

very high

This light will come on when the key is in the ON position and the: • engine coolant temperature is • engine oil pressure is low The light serves as a notice that a system needs your attention and to check the engine coolant temperature gauge and the engine oil pressure gauge. Refer to Engine coolant temperature gauge and Engine

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oil pressure gauge in this chapter for more information.

Four wheel drive low (if equipped)

Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is selected.

Four wheel drive indicator (if equipped)

Instrumentation

LOW RANGE

Illuminates when 4x4 range is selected.

4x4

Check air suspension (if equipped)

Illuminates briefly 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.

Door ajar

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

CHECK SUSP

DOOR AJAR

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FUEL RESET

Instrumentation

Fuel reset

Illuminates when the ignition key 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.

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.

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.

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GAUGES

Standard instrument cluster gauges

LOW FUEL

DOOR AJAR

BRAKE

+ -

UNLEADED FUEL ONLY

CHECK ENGINE

40
60

50 60

80

100

0 0 0 0 0

30
40

20
10

20 km/h

0 0 0 0

MPH P R N 2 1

70
120

80
90

140

160
100

Optional instrument cluster gauges

LOW FUEL

DOOR AJAR

BRAKE

+ -

18

40
60

50 60

80

100

0 0 0 0 0

30
40

20
10

20 km/h

0 0 0 0

MPH P R N 2 1

70
120

80
90

140

160
100

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.

Instrumentation

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FUEL RESET

ABS

CHECK SUSP

LOW RANGE

4 X 4

THEFT

FUEL DOOR

RPM 1000

ABS

CHECK ENGINE

FUEL RESET

4 X 4

CHECK SUSP

LOW RANGE

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Instrumentation

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.

Speedometer

Indicates the current vehicle speed.

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, switch off the ignition and let the engine cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter.

Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the

engine is running or hot.

This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant

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60

50 60

80

100

0 0 0 0 0

70
120

80
90

140

160
100

30
40

20
10

20 km/h

0 0 0 0

MPH

is not at its proper level or mixture, the gauge indication will not be accurate.

Odometer

Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.

Trip odometer

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

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.

Instrumentation

40
60

50 60

80

100

0 0 0 0 0

30
40

20 km/h

0 0 0 0

MPH

20
10

70
120

80
90

140

160
100

40
60

50 60

80

100

0 0 0 0 0

30
40

20 km/h

0 0 0 0

MPH

20
10

70
120

80
90

140

160
100

FUEL DOOR

RPM 1000

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Instrumentation

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 “H” and “L”). If the gauge indicates low pressure, 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 chapter). If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician.

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Controls and features

HEADLAMP CONTROL

Rotate the headlamp control to the desired position:

PULL FOR FOG

— OFF. — Parking lamps on.

— Headlamps on.

Foglamp control (if equipped)

The headlamp control also operates the foglamps. The foglamps can be turned on only when the headlamps are in the

position.

Pull headlamp control towards you to turn foglamps on. The foglamp indicator light (located to the right of the control) will illuminate.

Daytime running light (Canadian vehicles only) The daytime running light system turns the headlamps on, with a reduced light output, when: • the vehicle is running • the parking brake is released • the headlamp system is in the

OFF position

PULL FOR FOG

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Controls and features

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.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel. • Rotate up to brighten. • Rotate down to dim.

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 control up. The preselected time lapse is adjustable up to approximately three minutes by continuing to rotate the control upward. • To turn autolamps off, rotate the

control down until it clicks.

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• A small LED illuminates next to the autolamp control to indicate that the headlamps have been turned on by the autolamps. • Foglamps are not controlled by the autolamps. In order to turn on the foglamps, you must turn the lamp switch to the

position and pull for fog.

4WD CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

This control operates the 4WD. Refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter for more information.

AUXILIARY POWER POINT

The auxiliary power point is located on the instrument panel. Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Use the powerpoint.

AUDIO SYSTEM Refer to the “Audio Guide” for instructions on how to operate the audio system.

Controls and features

4H

2H

4L

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Controls and features

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

Heater only system (if equipped)

LO

HI

PANEL

OFF

PANEL & FLOOR

FLOOR

FLR & DEF

DEF

COOL

WARM

Fanspeedcontrol

Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.

Temperaturecontrolknob

Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. On heater-only systems, the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature. Modeselectorcontrol

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

LO

HI

COOL

WARM

PANEL

OFF

PANEL & FLOOR

FLOOR

FLR & DEF

DEF

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

• OFF-Outside air is shut out and

the fan will not operate.

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• PANEL & FLOOR-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. • FLOOR-Allows for maximum heating. Distributes outside air through the floor ducts.

• FLOOR & DEF-Distributes outside air through the floor ducts and the windshield defroster ducts.

• DEF

-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield.

Operatingtips • In humid weather, select

before driving. This will

help to 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 climate control system in the OFF position.

• Don’t put objects under the

front seat that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats (if equipped).

Controls and features

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Controls and features

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

• 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.

Manual heating and air conditioning system (if equipped)

LO

HI

PANEL

OFF

PANEL & FLOOR

A/C

MAX A/C

FLOOR

FLR & DEF

DEF

COOL

WARM

Fanspeedcontrol Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.

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Controls and features

LO

HI

COOL

WARM

PANEL

OFF

PANEL & FLOOR

A/C

MAX A/C

FLOOR

FLR & DEF

DEF

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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.

The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except PANEL and FLOOR. 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

Controls and features

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.

• PANEL-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.

• PANEL & 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

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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. • FLR & DEF-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, 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.

• DEF

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Controls and features

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 climate control system in the OFF position.

• Don’t put objects under the

front seat that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats (if eqipped).

• 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

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Controls and features

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.

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.

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

turn signal.

turn signal.

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Controls and features

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).

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.

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

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ON

OFF

ON

OFF

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).

If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or faster than the set speed. This is normal. Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above the set speed on a downhill. If your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed while driving on a downhill, you may want to shift to the next lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed. If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. This is normal. Pressing RES/RSM/RESUME will re-engage it.

Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or

on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved.

Controls and features

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

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Controls and features

To set a higher set speed • Press and hold SET ACC/SET ACCEL. Release the control when the desired vehicle speed is reached or • Press and release SET ACC/SET ACCEL. Each press will increase the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1
mph) or

• Accelerate with your accelerator

pedal, then press and release SET ACC/SET ACCEL.

You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed.

To set a lower set speed • Press and hold CST/COAST. Release the control when the desired speed is reached or • Press and release CST/COAST. Each press will decrease the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or

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RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

Controls and features

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

• Depress the brake pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is reached, press SET ACC/SET ACCEL.

To disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal or

• Depress the clutch pedal (if

equipped)

Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed.

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Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed.

To return to a previously set speed • Press RES/RSM/RESUME. For RES/RSM/RESUME to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph).

ON

OFF

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

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Controls and features

Pull the 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 to lock the steering wheel in position.

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is

moving.

HAZARD FLASHER For information on the hazard flasher control, refer to Hazard lights control in the Roadside emergencies chapter.

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Controls and features

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.

Speed dependent wipers (if equipped) When the windshield wiper control is set on the intermittent settings, speed-sensitive front wipers automatically adjust as the vehicle’s speed increases. To activate or deactivate this feature do the following: 1. Both front doors must be securely closed. 2. Turn the ignition key to the ON position and then back to the OFF position. 3. Remove the key from the ignition and, within 30 seconds, press and hold the washer control at the end of the stem.

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Controls and features

4. Within two seconds of pressing the washer control, put the key in the ignition. 5. Continue to press the washer control until a tone is heard, and releas the washer control while the tone is sounding. A confirmation sequence of tones will sound. One beep indicates that the feature is inactive, two beeps indicate that the feature is active.

HIGH BEAMS

Push forward to activate.

FLASH TO PASS

Pull back to activate and release to deactivate.

OVERDRIVE CONTROL

Activating overdrive

(Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy.

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OVERDRIVE

OVERDRIVE OFF

Controls and features

The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts to second, third and forth gear.

Deactivating overdrive

Press the transmission control at the end of the gearshift lever. The transmission control indicator light TCIL (OFF) will illuminate on the end of the gearshift lever

The transmission will operate in gears one through three. To return to normal overdrive mode, press the transmission control again. The TCIL (OFF) will no longer be illuminated. When you shut off and re-start your vehicle, the transmission will automatically return to normal

(Overdrive) mode.

INTERIOR LAMPS

Map lamps (if equipped)

The map lamps and controls are located on the dome lamp. Press the controls on either side of each map lamp to activate the lamps.

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Controls and features

POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED) Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. • Press the top portion of the

rocker switch to close.

• Press the bottom portion of the

rocker switch to open.

One touch down • Press AUTO and release quickly.

The window will open fully. Depress again to stop window operation.

AUTO

AUTO

AUTO

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Controls and features

Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until either door is opened.

POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED)

Press U to unlock all doors and L to lock all doors.

POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED) To adjust your mirrors:

1. Select L to adjust the left mirror or R to adjust the right mirror.

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MIRRORS L R

Controls and features

2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror.

MIRRORS L R

3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.

TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle is equipped with a tailgate lock designed to prevent theft of the tailgate. • Insert ignition key and turn to • Turn ignition key to the left to

the right to engage lock.

unlock.

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Controls and features

TAILGATE REMOVAL

Your tailgate is removable to allow more room for loading. 1. Lower the tailgate. 2. Use a screwdriver to pry the spring clip (on each connector) past the head of the support screw. Disconnect cable. 3. Disconnect the other cable. 4. Lift tailgate to a 45 degree angle. 5. Lift right side off of its hinge. 6. Lift left side off of its hinge. To install, follow the removal procedures in reverse order.

PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Arming the system When armed, this system will help protect your vehicle from unauthorized entry. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the parking lamps and the theft indicator lamp, and chirp the horn. The system is ready to arm whenever the ignition is turned OFF. Any of the following actions will prearm the alarm system:

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Controls and features

• Press the remote entry lock • Open a door and press the

control

power door lock control to lock the doors

If a door is open, the system is prearmed and is waiting for the door to close. The theft indicator in the instrument panel will be lit continuously when the system is prearmed. Once the doors are closed, the system will arm in 30 seconds.

When you press the lock control twice within 5 seconds, the horn will chirp once to let you know that the system is armed.

If the doors are not closed and you press the remote entry transmitter twice to confirm the doors are locked, the horn will chirp twice to warn you that the system is not arming.

Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions:

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• Unlock the doors by using your • Unlock the doors with a key.

remote entry transmitter.

Turn the key full travel (toward the front of the vehicle) to make sure the alarm disarms.

• Turn ignition to ACC or ON.

• Press the panic control on the remote entry transmitter. This will disarm the system only if the alarm is sounding.

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key. The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the OFF position.

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Unlocking the doors

Press this control to unlock the driver door. The interior lamps will illuminate. Press the control a second time within five seconds to unlock all doors.

Locking the doors

Press this control to lock all doors. To confirm all doors are closed and locked, press the control a second time within five seconds. The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp and the lamps will flash. If any of the doors are ajar, the horn will make two quick chirps, reminding you to properly close all doors.

Sounding a panic alarm

Press this control to activate the alarm. To deactivate the alarm, press the control again or turn the ignition to ACC or ON. This device complies with part 15
of the FCC rules and with RS-210
of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,

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and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

position

(Reverse)

Autolock This feature automatically locks all doors when: • all vehicle doors are closed • the ignition switch is in the ON • you shift into or through R • the brake pedal is released. Relock