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smell fuel, you can try to start your vehicle again.

6. Check all vehicle warning lights before

driving the vehicle.

Pushing Vehicles with automatic transmissions cannot be started by pushing. Vehicles with manual transmissions should not be push started due to possible catalytic converter damage. Follow the directions under If Your Vehicle Needs a Jump-Start.

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Warning Lights and Gauges

The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle is divided into several different sections. The illustrations on the following pages show the major parts of the instrument panel that are described in this chapter. Some items shown may not be on all vehicles. In your vehicle, the warning lights and gauges are grouped together on the instrument panel. We call this grouping a cluster.

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The Cluster The following warning lights and gauges are on the cluster. All of the warning lights and gauges alert you to possible problems with your vehicle. Some of the lights listed are optional. The following sections detail what each of these indicators means. Brake System Warning Light The warning light for the brakes can show two things — that the parking brake is not fully released, or that the brake fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir. If the fluid level is low, the brake system should be checked by a qualified service technician.

This light comes on when the parking brake is set, or if it is not set, it comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to START. It normally goes off shortly after the engine starts and you release the parking brake. If the light stays on after you have fully released the parking brake, have the hydraulic brake system serviced.

RWARNING

The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be working properly. Have the brakes checked immediately.

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Anti-Lock Brake System Light (If equipped) This warning light will go on each time you start your vehicle. If it remains on for longer than five seconds, you should shut off your engine and restart. If the anti-lock brake light stays on, this indicates that the anti-lock feature is disabled and should receive immediate attention by a qualified service technician. Normal braking is not affected unless the brake warning light is also lit.

RWARNING

If the anti-lock brake system warning light remains on or comes on while driving, have the braking system checked by a qualified service technician as soon as possible.

NOTE: If a fault occurs in the anti-lock

system, and the brake warning light is not lit, the anti-lock system is disabled but normal brake function remains operational.

Low Oil Level Light (4.6L engines only) This light indicates that the level of the oil in your engine is low and you have to add more oil. The light may glow for a moment when the engine is started. If the light stays on while the engine is running, check the engine oil.

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1. Park your car on level ground, and turn off the engine and allow a few minutes for the engine oil to drain back into the oil pan.

2. Use the dipstick to check the oil. If the level

is low, add oil, but do not overfill. See Engine Oil Recommendations in the Index.

If you are parked on a steep incline, the LOW OIL LEVEL warning may come on when you start your car, even though the oil is at the correct level. NOTE: The LOW OIL LEVEL warning will stay on until you turn the ignition OFF. After your car is on level ground, wait five minutes to allow the oil to drain back before turning the ignition ON again.

Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime This warning light and chime remind you to fasten your safety belt. The following conditions will take place:

If the safety belt is not buckled when the key is turned to the ON position, the light comes on for 1 to 2 minutes and the chime sounds for 4 to 8 seconds. If the safety belt is buckled while the light is on and the chime is sounding, both the light and chime will turn off.

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If the safety belt is buckled before the key is turned to the ON position, the light will come on for 4 to 8 seconds with no chime.

Air Bag Readiness Light The air bag system uses a readiness light to indicate the condition of the system. If the system is functioning properly, the light will stay on for 6 seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If there is a problem with the system, two things may happen: the readiness light will either flash or stay lit up, or you will hear a beeping sound. If either of these things happen, have the air bag system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately.

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Low Coolant Warning Light (4.6L Engine Only) This light tells you that the coolant is low inside the coolant recovery bottle and that you should add more coolant. This light comes on for a few seconds when your ignition key is turned to start, but should turn off when the engine starts. If this light stays on, check the level of coolant inside the recovery bottle. See Engine Coolant in the Index.

Charging System Light This light indicates that your battery is not being charged and that you need to have the electrical system checked.

This light comes on every time you turn the ignition to the ON or START position (engine off). The light should go off when the engine starts and the alternator begins to charge.

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If the light stays on or comes on when the engine is running, have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. Overdrive Off Indicator (Automatic Only)

This light tells you that the Transmission Control Switch (O/D) to the right of the gearshift lever has been pushed. When the light is on, the transmission will not shift into overdrive. Depressing the button to the right of the shifter will return the vehicle to “overdrive on” mode. The transmission will be in the “overdrive on” mode when the vehicle is started even if the O/D OFF mode was selected when the vehicle was last shut off. For more information see Driving Your Mustang. NOTE: 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 at the first opportunity. If this condition persists, damage could occur to the transmission.

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High Beam Light This light comes on when the headlamps are turned to high beam or when you flash the lights.

Check Engine Warning Light The Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic II (OBD II) system consists of the hardware and software necessary to monitor the operation of the powertrain. The OBD II system is designed to check the function of the vehicle’s powertrain control system during normal operation. If an emission problem is detected, the Check Engine Warning Light (in the cluster) is turned on. Modification or additions to the vehicle may cause incorrect operation of the OBD II system. Additions such as burglar alarms, cellular phones, and CB radios must be carefully installed. Do not install these devices by tapping into or running wires close to powertrain control system wires or components.

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The light comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON, but it should turn off when the engine starts. If the light does not come on when you turn the ignition to ON or if it comes on and stays on when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. This indicates a possible problem with one of the vehicle’s emission control systems. You do not need to have your vehicle towed in. If the light turns on and off at one (1) second intervals while you are driving the vehicle, it means that the engine is misfiring. If this condition persists, damage could occur to the engine or catalytic convertor. Have your vehicle serviced at the first opportunity. You do not need to have your vehicle towed in. If the light turns on and off on rare occasions while you are driving, it means that a malfunction occurred and the condition corrected itself. An example of a condition which corrects itself occurs when an engine running out of fuel begins to misfire. In this case, the Check Engine Warning Light may turn on and will then set a Diagnostic Trouble Code indicating that the engine was misfiring while the last of the fuel was being consumed. After refueling, the Check Engine Warning Light will turn off after the vehicle has completed three consecutive warm up cycles without a misfire condition occurring. A warm up cycle consists of engine start from a cold condition (engine at ambient temperature) and running until the engine reaches normal operating temperature. On the fourth engine start up, the Check Engine Warning Light will turn off as soon as the engine begins to crank. It is not necessary to have the engine serviced.

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Under certain conditions, the Check Engine Warning Light may come on if the fuel cap is not properly installed. If the Check Engine Warning Light comes on and you suspect that the fuel cap is not properly installed, pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible and turn off the engine. Remove and replace the fuel cap, making sure it is properly seated. After completing the three consecutive warm up cycles and on the fourth engine start up, the Check Engine Warning Light should turn off. If the light does not go off after the fourth engine restart, have your vehicle serviced by your dealer or a qualified technician. Anti-Theft Alarm Light (If equipped) This light is used when you set the anti-theft alarm system. See Anti-Theft System in the Features chapter for more information. Turn Signal Indicator Lights The turn signal arrow will flash to indicate the direction in which you are going to be turning.

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The fuel gauge The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank only when the ignition switch is ON. For proper fuel gauge indication after adding fuel, turn the ignition switch OFF while refueling the vehicle. The fuel gauge indicator may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion. The most accurate reading is obtained with the vehicle on level ground. With ignition switch OFF, the fuel gauge indicator may drift from the ignition switch ON position. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 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. The pointer moves from the C (cold) mark into the NORMAL band as your engine coolant warms up. Under normal driving conditions, the pointer should stay in the NORMAL band. It is acceptable for the pointer to fluctuate within the NORMAL band under normal driving

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conditions, and under certain driving conditions such as, heavy stop and go traffic, or driving up hills in hot weather, for the pointer to indicate at the top of the NORMAL band. If, under any circumstances, the pointer moves above the NORMAL band, the engine is overheating and continued operation may cause engine damage.

The engine coolant temperature gauge If your engine coolant overheats: 1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible. 2. Turn off the engine. 3. Let the engine cool. DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL.

4. Check the coolant level following the

instructions on checking and adding coolant to your engine, see Engine Coolant in the Index. If you do not follow these instructions, you or others could be injured.

If the coolant continues to overheat, have the coolant system serviced.

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The speedometer The speedometer tells you how many miles (kilometers) per hour your vehicle is moving. Odometer The odometer tells you the total number of miles (kilometers) your vehicle has been driven. Trip Odometer If you want to track your mileage up to 999.9
miles (kilometers), use the trip odometer. Simply set the trip odometer to zero by pressing the reset button firmly when beginning the distance you wish to measure. Since the trip odometer displays distance independent of the odometer it will not always advance to the next mile (kilometer) at the same time as the odometer.

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The tachometer The tachometer displays the approximate engine revolutions per minute (rpm), or how fast the engine is running. The white zone shows the highest number of engine revolutions per minute (rpm) at which you should drive your car. Driving with the pointer in the red zone may cause engine damage. Battery Voltage Gauge (If Equipped) This gauge shows you the battery voltage when the ignition key is in the ON position. If the battery is operating under cold weather conditions, the pointer may indicate in the upper range of the NORMAL band while the battery is charging. If you are running electrical accessories with the engine off or idling at a low speed, or the battery is not fully charged, the pointer may move toward the lower end of the NORMAL band. If it stays outside the NORMAL band, have your vehicle’s electrical system checked as soon as it is safely possible.

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Battery voltage gauge Engine Oil Pressure Gauge This gauge indicates the engine oil pressure, not the oil level. However, if your engine’s oil level is low, it could affect the oil pressure. With the engine running, the pointer should move into the NORMAL band. If the pointer drops below the NORMAL band while the engine is running, you have lost oil pressure and continued operation will cause severe engine damage.

Engine oil pressure gauge

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If you lose engine oil pressure: 1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible. 2. Shut off the engine immediately or severe

engine damage could result.

3. Check the engine’s oil level, following the

instructions on checking and adding engine oil, see the Engine Oil in the Index. If you do not follow these instructions, you or others could be injured. To assure an accurate reading, your car should be on level ground. If the level is low, add oil as necessary before you start the engine again. Do not overfill. Do not operate the engine if the pointer is below the NORMAL band, regardless of the oil level. Contact your nearest dealer for further service actions.

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The main controls for the climate control system, clock, and radio are on the instrument panel. NOTE: Any cleaner or polish that increases the

gloss (shine) of the upper part of the instrument panel should be avoided. The dull finish in this area is to help protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection.

The Climate Control Systems Your vehicle has one of two different climate control systems. The two systems are:

an optional heating and air conditioning system a standard heating only system

If you are not sure which system your vehicle has, see the diagrams on the following pages. The Optional Heating and Air Conditioning System You can heat the inside of your vehicle, defrost the windshield, and turn on the air conditioning with the three knobs in the center of the instrument panel:

FAN q TEMP

SELECT

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The knobs that control the optional heating and air conditioning system The heating system in the optional heating and air conditioning system operates the same as the heater only system. See The Heater Only System. To cool your vehicle quickly in warm weather, turn the SELECT knob to MAX A/C, turn the TEMP knob all the way to the end of the blue range (full left) and turn the FAN knob to HI. MAX A/C uses recirculated air and is the most fuel efficient way to cool your vehicle and can also be used in heavy traffic to prevent exhaust fumes from entering the vehicle. MAX A/C can also be used in high humidity areas for more efficient operation. If the interior of your vehicle is very warm, drive for the first few minutes with the windows open. This forces most of the hot, stale air out of the vehicle and allows the air conditioning to work faster. To cool your vehicle using outside air, turn the SELECT knob to NORM A/C, turn the TEMP knob all the way to the end of the blue range (full left) and turn the FAN knob to the desired speed between LO and HI. NORM A/C provides quieter system operation than MAX A/C.

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Under normal conditions, the SELECT knob 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. The Heater Only System You can heat the inside of your vehicle, defrost the windshield, or use the vents by adjusting the three knobs in the center of the instrument panel:

FAN q TEMP

SELECT

The knobs that control the standard heating only system To heat the inside of your vehicle, turn the SELECT knob to FLOOR, turn the TEMP knob all the way to the end of the red range (full right) and turn the FAN knob to HI. After the vehicle is warm, the temperature and blower speed can be adjusted to maintain a comfortable temperature. To defrost the windshield and side windows, turn the SELECT knob to Defrost symbol, turn the TEMP knob to the end of the red range (full right) and turn the FAN knob to HI.

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To heat the inside of your vehicle and defrost the windshield and side windows at the same time, turn the SELECT knob to MIX, turn the TEMP knob into the red range, as required, and turn the FAN knob to the desired speed between LO and HI. On mild days you may want to ventilate your vehicle with outside air. Turn the SELECT knob to VENT, turn the TEMP knob to the end of the blue range (full left) and turn the FAN knob to the desired speed. Air will be delivered through the instrument panel registers. Under normal conditions, the SELECT knob should be left in any position except OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” through the outside air inlet duct. Rear Window Defroster (If equipped) The defroster for the rear window clears frost, fog, or thin ice from both the inside and outside of the rear window. The button for the rear window defroster is located on the left side of the instrument panel below the headlamp switch.

The button that controls the rear window defroster

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Clear away any snow that is on the rear window before using the defroster. With the engine running, push the defrost button. After approximately 10 minutes, the defroster will turn off. If the window is still not clear, turn the defroster on again. The defroster will turn off when the ignition key is turned to the OFF position. The heating elements are bonded to the inside of the rear window. Do not use sharp objects to scrape the inside of the rear window or use abrasive cleaners to clean it. Doing so could damage the heating elements. The Interior and Exterior Lights Daytime Running Light System (Canadian vehicles only) The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns the high beam headlamps on, with a reduced light output, when: q The headlamp system is in the OFF position,

and

q The vehicle is running, and q The vehicle has a fully released parking

brake.

NOTE: The high beam indicator will not turn

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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.

Turning On the Exterior Lights To turn on the headlamps, parking lamps, side markers, and tail lamps, use the control knob that is to the left of the steering wheel.

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When you turn on the headlamps, the parking lamps, tail lamps, and side markers automatically turn on. But you can turn on the parking lamps, tail lamps, and side markers without turning on the headlamps. For more information about how the high beams work, refer to the Steering Column Controls chapter. Cleaning the Exterior Lamps Do not use dry paper towel, chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps, as these may cause scratches or crack the lamps. Fog Lamps (If equipped) The fog lamps switch is located on the console to the left of the parking brake. The fog lamps act as a supplement to the low beam headlamps under limited visibility conditions such as rain, snow, dust or fog and operate only when the low beam headlamps are on.

Fog lamp switch q To turn the fog lamps on, push the concave side of the rocker switch. An indicator light will glow when the lamps are on.

q To turn off, push the raised side of the

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Lighting Up the Interior and Instrument Panel With the headlamp knob in the parking lamps or headlamps position, you can brighten or dim the lights on the instrument panel. To do this, rotate the headlamp knob clockwise (to dim the lights) or counterclockwise (to brighten the lights). Rotate the knob fully counterclockwise to operate the interior lights.

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Turning on the Map and Reading Lamps Your vehicle has two map lamps for the passenger and the driver. To turn on the map lamps, push the switch next to each lamp.

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Front seat map and dome lamps (coupe only) The dual beam map lamps are located on each side of the dome lamp. Each map lamp can be turned on by the switches on the lamp.

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Cleaning the Interior Lamps Your interior dome lamps and map lamps are plastic and should be cleaned with a mild detergent diluted in water. Rinse them with clear water. Clock

The digital clock 1. To set the hour, press and hold the H

button. When the desired hour appears, release the button.

2. To set the minutes, press and hold the M button. When the desired minute appears, release the button.

Cleaning the Instrument Panel Lens Clean the instrument panel lens with a soft cloth and a glass cleaner, such as Ford Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner, or equivalent. Do not use paper towel or any abrasive cleaner to clean the lens as these may cause scratches.

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Steering Column Controls

The controls on the steering column and wheel are designed to give you easy access to the controls while you are driving. The Turn Signal Lever You can use the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering column to:

operate the turn signals

turn the high beams on/off

flash the lamps

turn the windshield wipers and washer on/off

The turn signal lever Turn Signals Move the lever up to signal a right turn. Move it down to signal a left turn. The corresponding indicator light in the instrument cluster will flash.

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If the turn signal stays on after you turn, move the lever back to the center (off) position. For lane changes, move the lever far enough to signal but not to latch. The lever will return to the off position when you release it. High Beams To turn on the high beams, turn the headlamp control knob to the headlamp ON position and push the turn signal lever away from you until it latches. When the high beams are ON, the high beam indicator light on the instrument panel comes on. To turn off the high beams, pull the lever toward you until it latches. The high beam indicator light turns off. NOTE: The fog lamps will turn off if you put high beams on while fog lamps are on.

Flashing the Lights To flash the headlamps, pull the lever toward you for a moment and then release it. The headlamps will flash whether the headlamp knob is in the on or off position. Windshield Wipers and Washer To turn on the windshield wipers, the ignition key must be turned to the ON or ACC position. Rotate the end of the lever away from you to activate the wipers. The first seven detents are interval wipe positions, the eighth detent is the LO position and the ninth detent is the HI position. To turn the wipers off, turn the knob toward you to the OFF position.

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Variable Interval Wipers In addition to two speed wipers, your vehicle has wipers that you can set to operate at varying intervals. For example, you can set the interval so they wipe less often when it drizzles or more often in heavier rain.

The variable interval wiper on the turn signal lever To set the interval wipers, turn the knob at the end of the turn signal lever toward or away from you until the wipers are going at the desired interval. Windshield Washer To clean the windshield, push in the end of the wiper knob. For a constant spray, keep the knob pushed in. After you release the knob, the wipers operate for two to three cycles before turning off (if the wipers were OFF) or returning to HI, LO, or the interval setting selected. If the washer does not work, check the washer fluid level and fill it if it is low. See the Servicing Your Mustang chapter. If there is enough fluid, consult your nearest Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.

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

RWARNING

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

For information about refilling the washer fluid or replacing your windshield wiper blades, see Windshield washer fluid and Wipers in the Index. Hazard Flasher To alert other drivers to hazardous situations, push in the hazard flasher on the top of the steering column. The same switch turns the flashers off. The flashers work whether your vehicle is running or not. The flashers work for up to two hours when the battery is fully charged and in good condition without draining the battery excessively. If the flashers run for longer than two hours or if the battery is not fully charged, the battery can be drained.

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The control switch for the hazard flashers Horn To sound the horn, push the center pad area of the steering wheel.

The horn on the steering wheel

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Tilt Steering

RWARNING

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

The lever to tilt the steering wheel To change the position of the steering wheel, pull the release lever on the column toward you. Tip the steering wheel to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in place.

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Speed Control (If equipped) If your vehicle has speed control, you can automatically maintain a constant speed at or above 30 mph (50 km/h). Use of radio transmitting equipment that is not Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or in Canada the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) approved may cause the speed control to malfunction. Therefore, use only properly installed FCC (CRTC in Canada) approved radio transmitting equipment in your vehicle. NOTE: For vehicles equipped with 5-speed

manual transmission, it may be preferable to drive in 4 (Fourth) gear in mountainous areas or at high altitude to improve speed control performance. NOTE: When driving in hilly terrain, at high elevations, or when pulling a trailer, it may be desirable to drive with the transmission in the Overdrive off mode. This can be done by depressing the Transmission Control Switch (O/D) to the right of the transmission gear selection lever. Driving in this mode prevents the transmission from shifting excessively when ascending grades, and helps maintain speed when going down steep hills.

NOTE: Do not shift to N (Neutral) when using

the speed control. This will cause the engine to overspeed.

When driving uphill, especially with a heavy load, significant speed drops may occur. If the speed drops more than 10 mph (16 km/h) the automatic speed control will, by design, be suspended. Some vehicles may require

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temporary resumption of manual speed control while ascending steep grades in order to maintain the selected speed.

The speed control switches on the steering wheel To set the speed control: 1. Press and release the ON switch. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed above

30 mph (50 km/h) using the accelerator pedal.

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

4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

Your vehicle will maintain the speed you set.

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If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle may momentarily slow down or speed up, even though the speed control is on. This is normal. NOTE: If your speed increases above your set speed while driving in D (Drive) on a downhill grade, you may want to depress the Transmission Control Switch located on the shift lever to turn off overdrive to reduce vehicle speed. Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it goes above your set speed on a downhill grade.

NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a 5

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

RWARNING

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

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

Release the switch when the vehicle slows down to the desired speed.

q Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the vehicle

attains the desired speed, press the SET ACCEL switch and release it immediately.

q TAP-DOWN — Press and then quickly

release the COAST switch. Each time you “tap” the switch, the set speed will decrease by one (1) mph (1.6 km/h). Multiple taps will cause the set speed to decrease in increments of one (1) mph (1.6 km/h). For example, if the current set speed is 60 mph (96 km/h) five (5) taps of the COAST switch will decrease the vehicle speed and SET it at 55 mph (88 km/h).

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

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q Depress the accelerator pedal. When the

vehicle attains the desired speed, press the SET ACCEL switch and release it immediately.

q TAP-UP — Press and then quickly release the SET ACCEL switch. Each time you “tap” the switch, the set speed will increase by one (1) mph (1.6 km/h). Multiple taps will cause the set speed to increase in increments of one (1) mph (1.6 km/h). For example, if the current set speed is 55 mph (88 km/h) five (5) taps of the SET ACCEL switch will increase the vehicle speed and SET it at 60 mph (96 km/h).

Resuming a Set Speed If you press the brake or clutch pedal, speed control is suspended. You can return to the set speed you set by pressing the RESUME switch, as long as you did not press the OFF switch. You must be driving at least 30 mph (48 km/h). Your vehicle will gradually return to the previously set speed and then maintain it. To Turn Speed Control Off Press the OFF switch. Speed control is also turned OFF each time the vehicle ignition is shut off.

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Features

Your vehicle has a variety of features designed for your comfort, convenience and safety. Read this chapter to find out about standard and optional features. Doors Anti-theft front door lock knobs

Anti-theft lock knobs are designed to prevent unlocking the door by pulling up on the lock knob. To unlock and open the front door from inside the vehicle, pull on the inside door handle. Power Door Locks (If equipped)

If your vehicle has power door locks, the controls to lock the doors are on the trim panel of the front door. When you close the doors after you set the door locks, the doors remain locked. If the power mechanism fails, the manual door locks will override the power controls. Pulling on a front inside door handle will automatically override and release the front door lock.

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The power locks on the driver’s door Anti-Theft Alarm System (If equipped) When armed, this system helps protect your vehicle against break-ins or theft. When an unauthorized entry occurs, the system triggers and will:

flash the headlamps, parking lamps, and alarm indicator lamp honk the horn

q disable the starting circuit to prevent the

vehicle from being started

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NOTE: The factory installed Remote Entry

System has a PANIC feature that also chirps the vehicle horn and flashes the interior/exterior lamps when the PANIC button on the remote entry transmitter is pushed. The PANIC alarm and the Anti-Theft alarm are two separate features. Both the anti-theft alarm and the PANIC feature can be active at the same time.

To tell the difference between a PANIC alarm and a triggered Anti-theft alarm:

only the Anti-Theft alarm will cause the alarm indicator lamp (located in the instrument cluster) to flash on and off. only the Anti-Theft alarm will disable the start circuit so that the vehicle can not be started. the Anti-Theft alarm will not stop by pushing the PANIC button on the Remote Entry transmitter.

For more information on the PANIC alarm, see Remote Entry System in the Index. Arming the system To arm the system, do the following steps in sequence: 1. Remove the key from the ignition. The hood

must be closed to arm the system.

2. Open any door. The alarm indicator light

will start flashing to remind you to arm the system.

3. Lock the doors by using the power door

lock switch or by pressing the remote entry transmitter LOCK button. The alarm indicator will now glow steadily.

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4. Close all doors. The alarm indicator light

will then remain on steadily for approximately 30 seconds and then go out. When the light goes out, the system is armed.

NOTE: Be sure to close all doors completely. If

not, the alarm indicator light will remain on. Remember, your anti-theft system is armed only after the alarm indicator light remains on steadily for approximately 30 seconds after the last door is closed, and then goes out. You can also arm the anti-theft system by following this sequence: 1. Remove key from ignition. 2. Close all of the doors. 3. Press the remote entry transmitter LOCK

button. The alarm indicator will come on for 30 seconds to show the alarm is arming and then turn off to show that the alarm has armed.

The anti-theft system is designed to work with the factory installed remote entry system. It may not work with other remote entry systems. Disarming an untriggered anti-theft system You can disarm the system by: q unlocking a door with the key (turn the key all the way to the end of travel or the system may not disarm.

q using the UNLOCK button of the remote

entry transmitter if remaining in the vehicle, turn the ignition switch to ON or ACC

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Triggering the alarm system The armed system will be triggered if:

any door is opened without disarming the system first (see previous paragraphs) the trunk lock cylinder is removed

NOTE: You can open the trunk with your key

without setting off the alarm.

the hood is opened (except on GT/Cobra vehicles) the ignition key lock cylinder is forcibly removed from the steering column (except on GT/Cobra vehicles where the coded key anti-theft system provides this protection).

Disarming a triggered system The alarm can be disarmed by: q unlocking a front door with the key q using the UNLOCK button of the remote

entry transmitter

NOTE: The flashing lights and honking horn

will shut off automatically within 2
minutes 45 seconds after the system is triggered. It will trigger again if another intrusion occurs. However, the starter circuit remains disabled until the system is disarmed.

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Coded Key Anti-Theft System (If equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with the coded key anti-theft system, you can only use an electronically coded key to start the vehicle. During each vehicle start sequence, the coded key is read by the anti-theft system. If the key’s ID code matches that in the anti-theft system, the vehicle is enabled to start. If the key’s ID code does not match the anti-theft system, or if no coded key is detected, then the vehicle is not able to start. Your vehicle was equipped with two electronically coded keys. The coded ignition key is larger than normal due to the electronics located in the head of the key. Additional spare keys, maximum of 14, can be purchased either through your dealership or selected retailers. Be sure to purchase only coded keys with a Ford or Mercury logo on it to ensure proper functionality. If both supplied keys are lost or stolen, the vehicle must be brought to the dealership for re-initialization. (All keys must be brought to the dealer, if any.)

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Theft Indicator The indicator provides system proveout and operating status. The system activates the indicator when the ignition switch is placed in the ON or START position. This indicator helps to determine possible fault conditions and/or normal operating proveout. The system will illuminate the indicator for two (2) seconds then go out to acknowledge normal operating conditions. If the indicator does not illuminate at key ON or flashes, have the system serviced. Spare Key Programming Procedure Two electronically coded keys were supplied with your vehicle, use one of these with the procedure below: q Using a coded key that you can start your

engine with, turn the ignition from the ON to the OFF position.

q Within 15 seconds, insert a new key into the

ignition and turn it to ON or START. The vehicle does not have to be started.

If the key has been coded, the theft indicator will illuminate for two seconds. The key can then be used to start the vehicle. Repeat until all chosen keys have been coded (max=16). If the key coding failed, the theft indicator will flash and the vehicle cannot be started. One of 3
causes are possible: q The new key was not inserted within 15

seconds or

q All 16 key codes have been stored or q The key does not have an electronic code

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