1998 Ford Taurus 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 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.

Introduction

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.

Instrumentation

Headlamp control (pg. 16)

Instrument cluster (pg. 6)

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ABS

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BRAKE

Trunk release (pg. 40)

Parking brake release (pg. 92)

*if equipped

Speed control* (pg. 29)

Driver side air bag (pg. 67)

Turn signal and wiper/washer control (pg. 33)

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Electronic sound system; refer to Audio Guide (pg. 28)

Passenger side air bag (pg. 67)

FM 12
AMC BL

AM

FM

ST

RF

VOL

PUSH-ON

SEEK

EJECT

BASS

REW FF

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TUNE

TAPE SIDE

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FADE

R-DEF

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Climate control systems (pg. 18)

Gearshift (pg. 94)

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Standard instrument cluster

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

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

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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.

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

SERVICE ENGINE SOON

Service engine soon 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 Service Engine Soon 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.

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WhatyoushoulddoiftheServiceEngineSoon lightilluminates Light turns on solid: This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to illuminate. Examples are: 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.) 2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel. 3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened. These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and/or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Service Engine Soon 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 Service Engine Soon 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.

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

LOW

COOLANT

Low coolant (if equipped) This lamp will illuminate when the engine coolant inside the reservoir is low. This lamp will come on when the ignition is first turned on, but then should turn off. If the lamp stays on, you should check the coolant level inside the reservoir. For instructions on adding coolant, see Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter.

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

THEFT

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

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ABS

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

Speed control (if equipped) 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.

CRUISE

ON

BRAKE

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

Engine oil pressure Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately. Check the oil level and add oil if

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needed. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Care chapter. This lamp also illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON and the engine is off.

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.

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.

Low washer fluid Illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON and when the windshield washer fluid is low.

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.

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Instrumentation

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.

GAUGES

Standard instrument cluster gauges

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Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. • Standard instrument

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Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. • Standard instrument

cluster

• SHO instrument

cluster (if equipped)

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Driving with your tachometer pointer in the red zone may damage the engine.

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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.

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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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.

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Controls and features

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

PANEL DIM

AUTO LAMP

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the highbeam 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.

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.

High beams Push forward to activate.

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

AUTO LAMP

PANEL DIM

brighten.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlamp and parklamp operation. • Rotate up to • Rotate down to dim. AUTOLAMP CONTROL 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

PANEL DIM

AUTO LAMP

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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Controls and features

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER Clears the rear window of thin ice and fog. To operate: 1. Turn the ignition to the ON position. 2. Press and release the control once to turn on. The light will be lit while the rear window defroster is on. 3. Press and release the control again to turn off. The defroster will automatically turn off after fifteen minutes.

R-DEF

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

Manual heating and air conditioning system (if equipped)

R-DEF

LO

HI

LO

OFF

VENT

A/C MAX A/C

HI

Fanspeedcontrol Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. Temperaturecontrol knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle.

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OFF

VENT

A/C MAX A/C

Modeselectorcontrol Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle. The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except VENT and . 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 climate control system in the OFF position.

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interfere with the airflow to the back seats.

Controls and features • Don’t put objects under the front seat that will • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield under the hood).

• If the air conditioner works well in MAX A/C, but

not in A/C, this may indicate that the cabin air filter (if equipped) needs to be replaced.

• 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.

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Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) system (if equipped)

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F-DEF

R-DEF

AUTO

OFF

MAX

A/C

OUT SIDE

TEMP

VENT

The EATC system will maintain a selected temperature and automatically control airflow. You can override automatic operation with any of the override controls or the fan speed control. TurningtheEATCon

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R-DEF

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Press AUTO, any of the override controls or the fan speed control. The EATC will only operate when the ignition is in the ON position. TurningtheEATCoff Press OFF. The Outside Temperature function will continue to operate until the ignition is turned off.

OUT SIDE

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Automaticoperation Press AUTO 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 control is pressed. When in AUTO and weather conditions require heat, air will be sent to the floor. However, if the engine is not warm enough to provide heat, the fan will be at a low speed and the air will be directed to the windshield. In 3½ minutes or less, the fan speed will start to increase and the airflow location will change to the floor area. If unusual conditions exist (i.e.-window fogging, etc.), the manual override controls allow you to select airflow locations and the fan control allows you to adjust fan speed as necessary. Temperatureselection The display window indicates the selected temperature, function (AUTO or one of the override controls) and manual control of fan speed ( automatic fan speed is not desired. To control the temperature, select any temperature between 18°C (65°F) and 29°C (85°F) by pressing the temperature control.

AUTO

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For continuous maximum cooling, push the temperature control 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 temperature control. For continuous maximum heating, push the temperature control 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 temperature control. Temperatureconversion

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R-DEF

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AUTO

AUTO

OFF

MAX

A/C

OUT SIDE

TEMP

VENT

at the same time

Press MAX A/C and F-DEF (until the display changes) to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius. Fanspeed( ) When AUTO is pressed, fan speed is adjusted automatically for existing conditions. You can override fan speed at any time. To control fan speed manually, press the fan control to cancel automatic fan speed operation. Press the control up for higher fan speed or down for lower fan speed.

TEMP

R-DEF

F-DEF

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The display will show and a bar graph to

indicate manual fan operation and relative speed.

AUTO

FAN

• •

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To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO. Manualoverridecontrols

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TEMP

AUTO

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F-DEF

R-DEF

AUTO

OFF

MAX

A/C

OUT SIDE

TEMP

VENT

and VENT. It will also operate

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 AUTO. The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except only when required when AUTO 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.

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Controls and features • MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. The temperature will remain unchanged and air will be cooled based on the selected temperature. To exit, press AUTOMATIC or any other override controls. MAX A/C is noisier than 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.

-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.

-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.

-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.

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•

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• F- DEF

-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.

OFF

A/C

MAX

VENT

AUTO

TEMP

OUT SIDE

Displayingoutsidetemperature Press OUTSIDE TEMP to display the outside air temperature. It will be displayed until OUTSIDE TEMP is pressed again or until any other control is pressed. When the EATC system is off and OUTSIDE TEMP is pressed, the outside temperature will only be displayed for four seconds. The outside temperature reading is most accurate when the vehicle is moving. Higher readings may be obtained when the vehicle is not moving. The readings that you get may not agree with temperatures given on the radio due to differences in vehicle and station locations. Operatingtips • In humid weather, select F-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.

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

• If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather, the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three minutes with the windows open. This will force most of the hot, stale air out of the vehicle. Then operate the air conditioner as you would normally. • If the air conditioner works well in MAX A/C but not in normal A/C, this may indicate that the cabin air filter (if equipped) needs to be replaced.

• 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.

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

POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running.

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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.

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

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

ON

OFF

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

unpaved.

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

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

ignition.

ON

OFF

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

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).

RESUME

SET

ACCEL

COAST

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.

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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

RESUME

SET

ACCEL

COAST

SET ACC/SET ACCEL. Each press will increase the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or • Accelerate with your accelerator pedal. When the

desired vehicle speed is reached, 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

RESUME

ACCEL

SET

COAST

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

COAST

SET

ACCEL

RESUME

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To disengage speed control • Depress the brake

pedal.

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

Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed.

ON

OFF

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).

COAST

RESUME

SET

ACCEL

Indicator light

CRUISE

This light comes on when either the SET ACC/SET ACCEL or RES/RSM/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.

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TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to

activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal.

H I LO

OFF

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

OFF

HI LO

Rear window wiper and washer (wagon only) The rear wiper control is located under the headlamp controls Press the wiper control to activate the rear wiper. Press again to turn off the wiper.

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Press the washer control to activate the rear washer. The wiper will come on when the washer control is pressed, if it is not already on.

Mist Function To operate the Mist function of the windshield wipers, push and release the windshield washer control quickly. The wipers will cycle one or two times.

OFF

HI LO

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

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

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.