1999 Ford Taurus Owners Manual

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TAPE CD

SCAN

TUNE

DISC 1-6

SHUFFLE

COMP

SIDE 1-2

REW

FF

BAL

FADE

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

Turn control to raise or lower volume.

VOL

PUSH-ON

VOL

PUSH-ON

If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. If you wish to maintain your preset volume level, turn the audio system off with the power control before switching off the ignition. AM/FMselect The AM/FM select control works in radio, tape and CD modes (if equipped).

AM

FM

VOL

PUSH-ON

AM/FMselectinradiomode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the control to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations. AM/FMselectintapemode Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play.

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AM/FMselectinCDmode Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play. You can switch from CD play to tape play by simply inserting a tape into the cassette deck. Tuneadjust The tune control works in radio or CD mode.

TUNE

DISC 1-6

Tuneadjustinradiomode † Press

to move to the next frequency down the

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

† Press

to move to the next frequency up the

band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement.

TuneadjustforCDmode † Press the

to select the previous disc in the CD

changer. (Play will begin on the first track of the disc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode. Refer to Shuffle feature for more information. Hold the control to continue reversing through the disc.

to select the next disc in the CD

changer. Hold the control to fast-forward through the remaining discs.

† Press

Seekfunction The seek function control works in radio, tape or CD mode.

SEEK

Seekfunctioninradiomode † Press

to find the next listenable station down

the frequency band.

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frequency band.

to find the next listenable station up the

Seekfunctionintapemode † Press tape. † Press tape.

to listen to the previous selection on the

to listen to the next selection on the

SeekfunctioninCDmode † Press

to seek to the previous track of the

current disc. If a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you press changer will replay that selection from the beginning.

, the CD

to seek forward to the next track of the

current disc. After the last track has been completed, the first track of the current disc will automatically replay.

† Press

Scanfunction The scan function works in radio, tape or CD mode.

SCAN

Scanfunctioninradiomode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band. Press the control again to stop the scan mode. Scanfunctionintapemode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the tape. (The tape scans in a forward direction. At the end of the tape’s first side, direction automatically reverses to the opposite side of the tape.) To stop on a particular selection, press the control again. ScanfunctioninCDmode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the CD. (The CD scans in a forward

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direction, wrapping back to the first track at the end of the CD.) To stop on a particular selection, press the control again. Radiostationmemorypreset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations (six in FM1 and six in FM2). Settingmemorypresetstations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station.

PUSH-ON

VOL

AM

FM

SHUFFLE

COMP

SIDE 1-2

REW

FF

3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns, indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected. Bass/trebleadjust † The bass adjust

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

BASS

TREB

BAL

FADE

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Controls and features † The treble adjust

BASS

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

Speakerbalance/fadeadjust † Speaker sound

BASS

distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers.

TREB

BAL

FADE

TREB

BAL

FADE

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

BASS

TREB

BAL

FADE

EJECT

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TAPE CD

Insertingatape Push only slightly when inserting a cassette tape (with the open edge to the right). A cassette deck loading mechanism pulls the tape in the rest of the way. You can switch from CD to tape play by inserting a tape into the cassette deck. Tape/CDselect † To begin tape play (with a tape loaded into the audio system) while in the

TAPE CD

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radio or CD mode, press the TAPE control. Press the button during rewind or fast forward to stop the rewind or fast forward function. † To begin CD play (if CDs are loaded in the CD

changer), press the CD button. The first track of the first disc will begin playing. After that CD play will begin where it stopped last.

Rewind The rewind control works in tape and CD modes. † In tape mode, radio play will continue until

REW

rewind is stopped (with the TAPE control) or the beginning of the tape is reached.

† In CD mode, pressing the REW control for less than three seconds results in slow rewind. Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast rewind.

Fastforward The fast forward control works in tape and CD modes. † In the tape mode, tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached.

FF

† In CD mode, pressing the control for less than three seconds results in slow forward action. Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast forward action.

Tapedirectionselect Press SIDE 1–2 to play the alternate side of a tape.

SIDE 1-2

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SHUFFLE

button to

DolbyT noisereduction Dolbyt noise reduction operates only in tape mode. Dolbyt reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback. Press the activate (and deactivate) Dolbyt noise reduction. The noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Compressionadjust Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust. Shufflefeature The shuffle feature operates in CD mode and plays all tracks on the current disc in random order. If equipped with the CD changer, the shuffle feature continues to the next disc after all tracks are played. Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature. Random order play will continue until the SHUFFLE control is pressed again.

COMP

COMP

SHUFFLE

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Settingtheclock To set the hour, press and hold the hour (h) control. When the desired hour appears, release the control.

To set the minute, press and hold the minute (m) control. When the desired minute appears, release the control.

CD changer (if equipped) Your CD changer is either located in the trunk or in the right side cargo area storage compartment. Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine.

Press magazine.

to eject the

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Make sure only one disc is inserted in each slot. Each disc must be inserted with the label surface upward. Depending on your system, you may insert up to six or ten CDs. The magazine does not need to be full for the changer to operate.

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DIGITAL AUDIO

6 COMPACT DISC MAGAZINE

Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the changer. The magazine may be stored in the glove compartment when not being used. The CD magazine may be inserted or ejected with the radio power off.

Troubleshooting the CD changer (if equipped)

The laser beam used in the compact disc player is harmful to the eyes. Do not

attempt to disassemble the case.

If sound skips: † You may be traveling on a rough road, playing badly scratched discs or the disc may be dirty. Skipping will not scratch the discs or damage the player.

If your changer does not work, it may be that: † A disc is already loaded where you want to insert † The disc is inserted with the label surface

a disc.

downward.

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† The disc is dusty or defective. † The player’s internal temperature is above 60°C (140°F). Allow the player to cool down before operating. † A disc with format and dimensions not within

industry standards is inserted.

Cleaning compact discs Inspect all discs for contamination before playing. If necessary, clean discs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out to the edge. Do not use circular motion.

playing surface.

CD and CD changer care † Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the † Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat † Do not insert more than one disc into each slot of

sources for extended periods of time.

the CD changer magazine.

Cleaning cassette player (if equipped) Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after ten to twelve hours of play in order to maintain the best sound and operation.

Cassette and cassette player care † Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or † Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, high

less.

humidity, extreme heat or extreme cold. Allow tapes that may have been exposed to extreme temperatures to reach a moderate temperature before playing. † Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or † Remove loose labels before inserting tapes.

pencil into the hole and turning the hub.

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Controls and features † Do not leave tapes in the cassette player for a

long time when not being played.

Radio frequency information The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission(CRTC) establish the frequencies AM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts. Allowable frequencies are: AM 530, 540–1600, 1610 kHz FM 87.9, 88.1–107.1, 107.9 MHz Not all frequencies are used in a given area. Radioreceptionfactors Three factors can affect radio reception: † Distance/strength. The further an FM signal travels, the weaker it is. The listenable range of the average FM station is approximately 40 km (24 miles). This range can be affected by “signal modulation”. Signal modulation is a process radio stations use to increase their strength/volume relative to other stations.

† Terrain. Hills, mountains and tall buildings between your vehicle’s antenna and the radio station signal can cause FM reception problems. Static can be caused on AM stations by power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms. Moving away from an interfering structure (out of its “shadow”) returns your reception to normal.

† Station overload. Weak signals are sometimes captured by stronger signals when you pass a broadcast tower. A stronger signal may temporarily overtake a weaker signal and play while the weak station frequency is displayed.

The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if it will improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo.

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Audio system warranties and service Refer to the “Warranty Guide” for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or a qualified technician.

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.

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

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

unpaved.

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

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

ignition.

ON

OFF

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

To set a speed † Press SET/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.

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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.

RESUME

To set a higher set speed † Press and hold SET/ SET ACC/SET ACCEL. Release the control when the desired vehicle speed is reached or † Press and release SET/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

COAST

ACCEL

SET

desired vehicle speed is reached, press and release SET/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

COAST

SET

ACCEL

RESUME

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Controls and features † Depress the brake pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is reached, press SET/SET ACC/ SET ACCEL.

RESUME

SET

ACCEL

COAST

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

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CRUISE

Indicator light 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.

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

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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

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.

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.

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

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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.

DOME LAMPS AND MAP LAMPS The front dome lamp is located overhead between the driver and passenger seats. If the vehicle is equipped with a moon roof, the dome lamp is located behind the moon roof. The dome lamp will stay on if the control is moved to the ON position. When the control is in the DOOR position, the lamp will only come on when a door is opened. If the control is moved to the OFF position, the lamp will not come on at all. The dome lamp will illuminate whenever a front door is opened. If either front door has been opened from the outside, the lamp will remain on for 25
seconds after the door is shut. If any other door has been opened from the inside, the lamp will shut off immediately after the door is closed.

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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.

If equipped with a moon roof, the map lamps are located on the moon roof control panel. Press LIGHT to illuminate the map lamp.

TILT

SLIDE

L I G H T

LIGHT

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) To turn on the visor mirror lamps, lift the mirror cover. Adjust the amount of light by sliding the control.

MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) Press SLIDE to open and close the moon roof. Press AUTO and release to open completely with one touch. Press UP or DN on the TILT control to tilt the moon roof when closed.

TILT

SLIDE

AUTO

UP

DN

LI G

LIGHT

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POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. † Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close.

AUTO

AUTO

AUTO

† Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open.

One touch down † Press AUTO

completely down and release quickly. The driver’s window will open fully. Depress again to stop window operation.

Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows. To lock out all the window controls except for the driver’s press the left side of the control. Press the right side to restore the window controls.

WINDOW LOCK

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Accessory delay (if equipped) 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 any door is opened.

POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) Press U to unlock all doors and L to lock all doors.

Central locking/Two step unlocking (if equipped) When unlocking the driver or front passenger door with the key, turn it once toward the front of the vehicle to unlock that door only. Turn the key a second time to unlock all doors. When locking, turn the key toward the back of the vehicle to lock all doors.

POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select the right mirror. 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror.

to adjust the left mirror or

to adjust

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

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Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated. Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors.

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door. Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors. Move lock control up to engage the lock. Move control down to disengage childproof locks.

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CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include: † utility compartment † cupholders † coin holder slots † cellular phone (if equipped)

Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision.

If your vehicle is equipped with the column shift and a bench seat, it has a center console in the center front seating position. The center console has the same features as the full console. To open the storage compartment, raise the armrest and pull the strap on the seat up and toward the front of the vehicle. The cupholders in the center console can be removed for cleaning.

Cellular phone Refer to the “Cellular phone guide” for instructions on operation.

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure.

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TRUNK REMOTE CONTROL Press the remote trunk release control on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel.

LIFTGATE (WAGON ONLY) You can open the entire liftgate or just the liftgate window. To open the entire liftgate, pull the release handle hidden under the exterior trim panel just above the license plate. You must lock the liftgate with the key or power lock control; it does not lock automatically. The window locks when the liftgate is locked. To open the window, make sure the liftgate and window are unlocked, then press the outside lock cylinder. The window can only be opened from the outside. To prevent any damage to the liftgate and window, close them completely before driving.

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CARGO AREA FEATURES

Storage compartment Your vehicle comes equipped with a storage compartment in the floor of the cargo area. An additional compartment is in the rear trim panel on the right. Always put the load you are carrying as far forward as possible.

Cargo net (if equipped)

The cargo net secures lightweight objects in the cargo area. Attach the net to the anchors provided. Do not put more than 22 kg (50 lbs.) in the net. This net is not designed to restrain objects during a collision.

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Cargo cover (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo area shade that covers the luggage compartment of your vehicle. To install the shade: 1. Fasten the cover into the mounting brackets (make sure the cover is right side up). 2. Pull the end of the shade toward you and hook the sides into the notches in the rear trim panels.

To prevent the possibility of injuries, the fasteners for the cargo area cover must be

properly attached to the mounting clips on the rear trim panels.

Do not place any objects on the cargo area cover. They may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of the vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision.

Rewinding the shade With extended use, the cargo shade may lose its spring tension. If this occurs, the shade must be manually rewound. This is a two-person operation. 1. Remove the shade from the vehicle and extend it with the smooth grain facing you.

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2. Wrap the vinyl around the roller tube twice. Tuck the edges of the vinyl inside the end cap with each wrap. 3. Fold the edges of the vinyl towards the center, making sure that the edges clear the end cap slots. Use tape or a rubber band to hold the vinyl to the left side of the tube. 4. Push in the right end cap (marked RH) about 1⁄4 of the total length to disengage the clutch and hold the end cap in while turning the roller tube toward you 14 times. 5. Let go of the right end cap. The clutch will now engage and stop the shade from losing its spring tension. 6. Unfold the vinyl and place it into the end cap slots. 7. Insert the shade into the side mounting brackets and check to make sure that it operates properly.

The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed.

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors, trunk and liftgate without a key. The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the OFF position. If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL key fobs

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(remote entry transmitters) are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.

Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock the driver’s 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.

Unlocking the liftgate/trunk Press the control to unlock the liftgate/trunk.

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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, 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.

Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm. The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when the ignition is turned to the RUN or ACC position. The dome lamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated entry system to operate. The inside lights will not turn off if: † they have been turned on with the dimmer † any door is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 40
minutes after the ignition has been turned to the OFF position.

control or

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Replacing lost transmitters Take all your vehicle’s transmitters to your dealer if service is required. If you purchase additional transmitters (up to four may be programmed), perform the following procedure: To reprogram the transmitters yourself, place the key in the ignition and turn from OFF to ON eight times in rapid succession (within 10 seconds) ending in ON. After doors lock/unlock, press any control on all transmitters (up to four). When completed, turn the ignition to OFF. The doors will lock/unlock one last time to confirm completion of program mode. All transmitters must be programmed at the same time.

Replacing the battery The remote transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 10 meters (33 feet) away from your vehicle. A decrease in operating range can be caused by: † weather conditions † nearby radio towers † structures around the vehicle † other vehicles parked next to the vehicle

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To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART. 2. Place the positive (+) side of new battery in the same orientation. Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit. 3. Snap the two halves back together. Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement.

PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The perimeter anti-theft system will help prevent your vehicle from unauthorized entry. If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL key fobs (remote entry transmitters) are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.

Arming the system When armed, this system will help protect your vehicle from unauthorized entry. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the headlamps and/or parking lamps, and the theft indicator lamp and will 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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† Press the remote entry lock control (doors opened or closed).

† Press 7/8 and 9/0
controls on the keyless entry pad at the same time to lock the doors (doors opened or closed).

1 2

3 4

5 6

7 8

9 0

† Open a door and press the power door lock † Use the door key to lock the doors (doors opened

control to lock the doors.

or closed).

If a door or the liftgate (wagon) is open, the system is prearmed and is waiting for the door to close or liftgate to close. Once the doors and liftgate (wagon) are closed, the system will arm in 20 seconds. When you press the lock control twice within 5 seconds on your remote entry transmitter, the horn will chirp once to let you know that the system is armed. If the doors or liftgate (wagon) 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.

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Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions: † Unlock the doors by using your remote entry transmitter.

† Unlock the doors by using your keyless entry pad.

1 2

3 4

5 6

7 8

9 0

† Unlock the doors or liftgate with a key. Turn the key full travel (toward the front of the vehicle) to make sure the alarm disarms. † Turn ignition to ACC or ON. † Press control on the remote entry transmitter. This will disarm the system when the alarm is sounding.

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM With the keyless entry keypad, you can: † lock or unlock the

1 2

3 4

5 6

7 8

9 0

vehicle doors and liftgate (wagons) without using the key.

† arm and disarm the perimeter alarm system (if

equipped)

See also Remote entry system and Perimeter alarm system in this chapter for more information.

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Your vehicle has a factory-set 5–digit code that operates the keyless entry system. You can also program your own 5–digit personal entry code. The factory-set code is located: † on the owner’s wallet card in the glove † taped to the computer module When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation.

compartment

1 2

7 8

5 6

3 4

9 0

Programming your own personal entry code 1. Enter the factory-set code (keypad will illuminate when pressed). 2. Press the 1/2 control within five seconds of step 1. 3. Enter your personal 5 digit code. Enter each digit within five seconds of the previous one. Do not set a code that includes five of the same number or presents them in sequential order. Thieves can easily figure out these types of codes. Your personal code does not replace the permanent code that the dealership gave you. You can use either code to unlock your vehicle. If a second personal code is entered, the module will erase the first personal code in favor of the new code.

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If you wish to erase your personal code, use the following instructions: Erasingpersonalcode 1. Enter the factory-set code. 2. Press 1/2 within five seconds of step 1. 3. Press the 7/8 and 9/0
controls at the same time within five seconds of step two. The system will now only respond to the factory-set code.

9 0

3 4

5 6

7 8

1 2

Unlocking the doors and releasing the trunk with the keyless entry system The driver’s door must be unlocked before any other. If more than five seconds pass between pressing numbers, enter the code again. The system has shut down if the keypad light is out. If the keyless entry system does not work, use the key or remote entry transmitter(s). 1. To unlock the driver’s door, enter one of the two codes. After pressing the fifth number, the driver’s door unlocks. 2. To unlock the passenger’s door(s) and liftgate (wagon), press the 3/4 control within five seconds of unlocking the driver’s door. 3. To unlock the trunk or liftgate (wagon), enter the five-digit factory-set code, then press the 5/6 control within five seconds.

9 0

9 0

3 4

3 4

5 6

7 8

5 6

7 8

1 2

1 2

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Locking the doors and liftgate (wagon), press the 7/8 and 9/0 controls at the same time. This can be done at any time.

fully closed

Autolock Autolock is a feature that will automatically lock all doors when: † all vehicle doors, liftgate and liftgate window are † the ignition key is in the ON position † you shift into or through R (Reverse) † the brake pedal is released The autolock feature repeats when: † any door is opened and then closed † the brake pedal is released Deactivatingautolock Before following the activation or deactivation procedures, make sure that the ignition is OFF and all vehicle doors and liftgate window are closed. 1. Enter the 5 digit entry code. 2. Press and release the 3/4 control while holding the 7/8 control. 3. Release the 7/8
control. The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if autolock was activated. To reactivate autolock, repeat steps 1 through 3. Autolock can also be activated or deactivated using the following procedure: You must complete steps 1 through 5 within 30
seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must wait 30 seconds.

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1. Turn the ignition key from OFF to RUN/ACC. 2. Press the power door UNLOCK control three times. 3. Turn the ignition key from RUN/ACC to OFF. 4. Press the power door UNLOCK control three times. 5. Turn the ignition key from OFF to RUN/ACC. A horn chirp indicates the enable/disable feature is entered. 6. Press the power door UNLOCK control one time. 7. Press the power door LOCK control to toggle the Autolock/Relock state. You will receive a horn chirp followed by either a long honk, autolock/relock is enabled, or no honk, autolock/relock is disabled. 8. Turn ignition to OFF. If autolock/relock has been changed, the horn will chirp to confirm procedure is complete.

SECURILOCKY PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM The SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system provides an advanced level of vehicle theft protection. Your vehicle’s engine can only be started with the two special SecuriLocky electronically coded keys provided with your vehicle. Each time you start your vehicle, the SecuriLocky key is read by the SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system. If the SecuriLocky key identification code matches the code stored in the SecuriLocky anti-theft system, the vehicle’s engine is allowed to start. If the SecuriLocky key identification code does not match the code stored in the system or if a SecuriLocky key is not detected (vehicle theft situation), the vehicle’s engine will not operate. If there is any potential SecuriLocky anti-theft problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL SecuriLocky keys for that vehicle are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.

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The SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system is not compatible with aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Large metallic objects or devices such as the Mobil Speedpassy on the same key ring as your SecuriLocky key may cause vehicle starting problems. These objects and devices cannot damage the SecuriLocky key, but can cause a momentary problem if they are too close to the key when starting the engine. If a problem occurs, turn ignition off and restart the engine with all other objects on the key ring held away from the SecuriLocky ignition key. Spare SecuriLocky keys can be purchased from your dealership and programmed to your SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system. Refer to Programming spare SecuriLocky keys for more information. If one or both of your SecuriLocky keys are lost or stolen and you want to ensure the lost or stolen key will not operate your vehicle, bring your vehicle and all available SecuriLocky keys to your dealership for reinitialization.

Theft indicator The theft indicator on the instrument cluster will operate as follows: † When the ignition is OFF, the theft indicator will flash briefly every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLocky system is protecting your vehicle.

† When the ignition is turned to RUN or START, the theft indicator will light for 3 seconds and then go out. If the theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician.

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Programming spare SecuriLockY keys Spare SecuriLocky keys can be purchased from your dealership and programmed to your SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system (up to a total of 8 keys). Your dealership can program your new SecuriLocky key(s) to your vehicle or you can do it yourself using the following simple procedure. To program a new SecuriLocky key yourself, you will need two previously programmed SecuriLocky keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’s engine). If two previously programmed SecuriLocky keys are not available (one or both of your original keys were lost or stolen), you must bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare SecuriLocky key(s) programmed.

Procedure to program spare SecuriLockY keys to your vehicle New SecuriLocky keys must have the correct mechanical key cut for your vehicle. Conventional (non-SecuriLocky) keys cannot be programmed to your vehicle. You will need to have two previously programmed SecuriLocky keys and the new unprogrammed SecuriLocky key readily accessible for the procedure. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin. 1. Insert the first previously programmed SecuriLocky key into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to RUN (maintain ignition in RUN for at least one second). 2. Turn ignition to OFF and remove the first SecuriLocky key from the ignition. 3. Within five seconds of turning the ignition to OFF, insert the second previously programmed SecuriLocky key into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to RUN (maintain ignition in RUN for at least one second but no more than 5 seconds).

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4. Turn the ignition to OFF and remove the second SecuriLocky key from the ignition. 5. Within 10 seconds of turning the ignition to OFF, insert the unprogrammed SecuriLocky key (new key/valet key) into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to RUN (maintain ignition in RUN for at least one second). This step will program your new SecuriLocky key. 6. To program additional SecuriLocky key(s), repeat this procedure from step 1. If the programming procedure was successful, the new SecuriLocky key(s) will start the vehicle’s engine. The theft indicator (located on the instrument cluster) will light for three seconds and then go out. If the programming procedure was not successful, the new SecuriLocky key(s) will not operate the vehicle’s engine. The theft indicator will flash on and off. Wait at least one minute and then repeat the procedure from step 1. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare SecuriLocky key(s) programmed.

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SEATING

Head restraints Your vehicle’s seats may be equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible. Refer to the following to raise and lower the head restraints. Push or pull the head rests to the desired position.

Adjusting the front manual seat

Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.

Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or

sudden stop.

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across

the hips.

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Lift handle to move seat forward or backward.

Pull lever up to adjust seatback.

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)

Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.

Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or

sudden stop.

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across

the hips.

Press to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion.

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Press to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion.

Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down.

Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press one side of the control to adjust firmness. Press the other side of the control to adjust softness.

REAR SEATS

2nd seat/Split-folding rear seat (if equipped) One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additional cargo space. To lower the seatback(s) from inside the vehicle, pull tab to release seat back and then fold seatback down.

When raising the seatback(s), make sure you hear the seat latch into place.

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3rd seat (wagon only) The third seat faces the rear of the vehicle. For height and weight limits, see the label on the seat cushion. When the seat is down, the back of your wagon has a flat surface for carrying cargo. To open up the seat: 1. Unlock the floor panel with the key, then use the handle to fold the floor panel toward the front of the car. 2. Remove the cargo cover. The cargo cover must be removed or the seatback will not latch in the upright position. 3. Lift the remote latch release on the left side of the compartment and fold the remaining floor panel until it latches. Make sure the seatback is locked in the upright position.

To close the seat, make sure the safety belts are properly stowed, then lift the remote latch release and push the seat down until it latches. Pull up on the handle and push the floor panel into place.

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SAFETY RESTRAINTS

Safety restraints precautions

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across

the hips.

To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly

restrained.

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The

passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision.

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their

safety belts, even when an air bag SRS is provided.

It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.

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Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made

up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. 2) Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person.

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly

use appropriate child restraints.

Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle.

The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seat outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below:

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Energy Management Feature † This vehicle has a seat belt system with an energy management feature at the front outboard seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on collision.

† This seat belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner. This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant’s chest.

After any vehicle collision, the seat belt system at all outboard seating positions

(except driver, which has no “automatic locking retractor” feature) must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the “automatic locking retractor” feature for child seats is still functioning properly, in addition to other checks for proper seat belt system function.

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly

“automatic locking retractor” feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual.

Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in

collisions.

Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle

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receives an impact of 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers.

Automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. Whentousetheautomaticlockingmode † When a tight lap/shoulder fit is desired. † Anytime a child safety seat is installed in the

vehicle. Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter.

Howtousetheautomaticlockingmode † Buckle the

combination lap and shoulder belt.

† Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted.

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After any vehicle collision, the seat belt system at all outboard seating positions

(except driver, which has no “automatic locking retractor” feature) must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the “automatic locking retractor” feature for child seats is still functioning properly, in addition to other checks for proper seat belt system function.

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly

“automatic locking retractor” feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual.

Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in

collisions.

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Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and front passenger. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. To lower the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the height control down. To raise the height of the shoulder belt, slide the height adjuster up. Pull down on the height adjustment assembly to make sure it is locked in place.

Position the shoulder belt height adjuster so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision.

Center rear lap belt (sedan) The safety belt in the center rear seating position has a detachable shoulder belt and does not contain the automatic locking mode (ALR).

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To attach the shoulder belt to the lap belt, pull the shoulder belt out from the retractor in the seatback and insert into the lap belt connecting pin into the wide end of the key slot on the shoulder belt. Pull the connecting pin into the narrow end of the key slot until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the shoulder belt is securely fastened to the lap belt by pulling up on the shoulder belt.

Lap belts Adjustingthelapbelt The lap belt does not adjust automatically.

The lap belts should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not around the

waist.

Insert the tongue into the correct buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from). To lengthen the belt, turn the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle. To tighten the belt, pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips.

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Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use.

Safety belts for rear-facing occupants (wagon only)

Never use child safety seats in the third seat of a wagon.

Your vehicle is equipped with safety belts containing an adjust tongue at the rear-facing seating positions. When the adjust tongue of the lap/shoulder combination seat belt is latched into the buckle, the tongue will allow the lap portion to become shorter, but locks the webbing in place to restrict it from becoming longer. Before you reach and latch a combination lap and shoulder belt having an adjust tongue into the buckle, you may have to lengthen the lap belt portion of it. To lengthen the lap belt, pull some webbing out of the shoulder belt retractor. While holding the webbing below the tongue, grasp the tongue so that it is parallel to the webbing and slide the tongue upward. Provide enough length so that the tongue can reach the buckle. To fasten the belt, pull the combination lap and shoulder belt from the retractor so that the shoulder belt portion of the safety belt crosses your shoulder and chest. Be sure the belt is not twisted. If the belt is twisted, remove the twist. Insert the tongue into the proper buckle for your seating position until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to the buckle by pulling on the tongue.

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The lap belts should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not around the

waist.

Front and rear seat occupants, including pregnant women, should wear safety belts

for optimum protection in an accident.

Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made

up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. 2) Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person.

Due to folding rear seats, sometimes the buckles and tongues toward the center of the vehicle may be hidden by the rear edge of the seat cushion. Pull them out so they will be accessible. While you are fastened in the seat belt, the shoulder belt adjusts to your movement. However, if you brake hard, turn hard or your vehicle receives an impact of 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, the safety belt will become locked and help reduce your forward movement. To unfasten the belt, push the red release button on the end of the buckle. This allows the tongue to unlatch from the buckle. While the belt retracts, guide the tongue to its original position to prevent it from striking you or the vehicle.

Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt assembly is too short, even when fully extended, 20 cm (8 inches) can be added to the safety belt assembly by adding a safety belt

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extension assembly (part number 611C22). Safety belt extension assemblies can be obtained from your dealer at no cost. Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended. Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso.

Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The seat belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts.

Conditions of operation If... The driver’s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...