FORD Escort 2003 User Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 10

Warning and control lights 10 Gauges 12

Entertainment Systems 14

AM/FM stereo cassette 14 AM/FM stereo with CD 19

Climate Controls 28

Heater only 28 Manual heating and air conditioning 29

Lights 33

Headlamps 33 Turn signal control 36 Bulb replacement 37

Driver Controls 43

Windshield wiper/washer control 43 Steering wheel adjustment 44 Power windows 44 Mirrors 45 Speed control 45

Locks and Security 51

Keys 51 Locks 51 Anti-theft system 53

Table of Contents

Seating and Safety Restraints 58

Seating 58 Safety restraints 60 Air bags 69 Child restraints 73

Driving 84

Starting 84 Brakes 88 Transmission operation 91 Vehicle loading 99 Trailer towing 100

Roadside Emergencies 103

Getting roadside assistance 103 Hazard flasher switch 104 Fuel pump shut-off switch 104 Fuses and relays 105 Changing tires 110 Jump starting 114 Wrecker towing 119

Customer Assistance 120

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 129

Cleaning 130

Table of Contents

Maintenance and Specifications 136

Engine compartment 140 Engine oil 141 Battery 144 Fuel information 151 Air filter(s) 165 Part numbers 169 Refill capacities 170 Lubricant specifications 171

Accessories 176

Index 179

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Introduction

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and

certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford Motor Company product. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.

For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website:

• In the United States: www.ford.com

• In Canada: www.ford.ca

• In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx

• In Australia: www.ford.com.au

Additional owner information is given in separate publications.

This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available.

Remember to pass on the Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

Introduction

Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident the

safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter.

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.

Warning symbols on your vehicle

When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind.

Protecting the environment

We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol.

Introduction

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles) of new vehicle operation. Vary your speed to allow parts to adjust themselves to other parts.

Drive your new vehicle at least 800 km (500 miles) before towing a trailer.

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils during the first few thousand kilometers (miles) of operation, since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and care chapter for more information on oil usage.

SPECIAL NOTICES

Emission warranty

The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide.

Special instructions

For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls.

Please read the section Air bag in the Seating and safety

restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.

Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should

NEVER be used in front of a passenger side air bag unless the air bag can be and is turned OFF.

Introduction

Data Recording

Computers in your vehicle are capable of recording detailed data potentially including but not limited to information such as:

• the use of restraint systems including seat belts by the driver and passengers,

• information about the performance of various systems and modules in the vehicle, and

• information related to engine, throttle, steering, brake or other system status.

Any of this information could potentially including information regarding how the driver operates the vehicle potentially including but not limited to information regarding vehicle speed, brake or accelerator application or steering input. This information may be stored during regular operation or in a crash or near crash event.

This stored information may be read out and used by:

• Ford Motor Company.

• service and repair facilities.

• law enforcement or government agencies.

• others who may assert a right or obtain your consent to know such

information.

Introduction

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front

Air Bag-Side Child Seat

Child Seat Installation Warning

Child Seat Tether Anchor

Anti-Lock Brake System

Traction Control AdvanceTrac

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Lower Anchor

Brake System

Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Introduction

Power Windows Front/Rear

Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Power Window Lockout

Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol

Panic Alarm Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid

Explosive Gas Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid Level

Emission System Engine Air Filter

MAX

MIN

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Jack

Check fuel cap Low tire warning

Instrument Cluster

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

60 70

MPH

CHECK

FUEL CAP

FUEL

FILL

LOW FUEL

SERVICE ENGINE

SOON

BRAKE

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ABS

Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, have the respective system inspected immediately.

Service engine soon: If this light illuminates while driving, it is a possible indication that one of the engine’s emission control systems has failed.

Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Service engine soon light to come on.

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your dealership. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your servicing dealership.

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Instrument Cluster

Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is

dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer immediately.

Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced immediately. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated.

Air bag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected.

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt.

Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly.

ABS

Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at, or near empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter).

Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.

LOW

FUEL

Instrument Cluster

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

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the driver’s door is opened.

Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.

GAUGES

60 70

CHECK

FUEL CAP

FUEL

FILL

LOW FUEL

SERVICE

ENGINE

SOON

BRAKE

+–

ABS

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

MPH

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Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant

temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “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 and let the engine cool.

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is

running or hot.

Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the ON position).

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

Trip odometer: Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys.

Instrument Cluster

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

Entertainment Systems

AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE

SCAN

VOL PUSH ON

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Volume/power control

Press the control to turn the audio system on or off.

Turn control to raise or lower volume.

DOLBY B NR

MAX

REW

A/C

TAPE

BASS

OFF

A/C

TREB

BAL

FADE

R.DEF

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.

Entertainment Systems

Bass/treble adjust

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

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

Speaker balance/fade adjust

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

• Press the BAL control. Toggle between the + and — control to adjust the speaker sound.

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

• Press the FADE control. Toggle between the + and — control to

adjust the speaker sound.

Seek function

The seek function control works in radio or tape mode.

Seek function in radio mode

• Press

Seek function in tape mode

• Press

Scan function

The scan function works in radio or tape mode.

Scan function in radio mode

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.

to find the next listenable station down the frequency band. to find the next listenable station up the frequency band.

to listen to the previous selection on the tape. to listen to the next selection on the tape.

Entertainment Systems

Scan function in tape mode

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.

AM/FM select

The AM/FM select control works in radio modes.

AM/FM select in radio mode

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/FM select in tape mode

Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play.

Radio station memory preset

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).

Setting memory preset stations

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.

3. Press and hold a memory preset

control until the sound returns,

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indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected.

Setting the clock

To set the hour, press the hour (H) control and press :

• (+) to increase hour and

• (−) to decrease hour

To set the minute, press the minute (M) control and press:

• (+) to increase minutes and

• (−) to decrease minutes.

Tune adjust

The tune control works in radio mode.

Entertainment Systems

12:

:01

Tune adjust in radio mode

• Press the frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the

• Press the not a listenable station is located there). Hold

movement.

to move to the next

to move through the frequencies quickly.

to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or

for quick

Entertainment Systems

Inserting a tape

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 radio to tape play by inserting a tape into the cassette deck.

Tape play select

Insert a tape to begin tape play.

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.

Rewind

The rewind control works in tape mode.

• In tape mode, radio play will continue until rewind is stopped (with the TAPE control) or the beginning of the tape is reached.

Fast forward

The fast forward control works in tape mode.

• In the tape mode, tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached.

DOLBY B NR

REW

Tape side select

Press this control to play the alternate side of a tape.

Eject function

Press the control to stop and eject a tape.

Entertainment Systems

Dolby姞 noise reduction

Dolby威 noise reduction operates only in tape mode. Dolby威 noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback.

Press the control to activate (and deactivate) Dolby威 noise reduction.

Dolby威 noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby威 Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolby威” and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby威 Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

AM/FM RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC PLAYER

CLOCK

POWER-VOL

PUSH

AUDIO

DISC1RDM2RPT

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AM FM

SCAN

AUTO

DISC IN

TRACK

TUNE SEEK

Volume/power control

Ensure that the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.

POWER-VOL

PUSH

Press the control to turn the audio system on. Turn the control to raise or lower the volume.

Press the control again to turn the audio system off.

NOTE: To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the audio system on for a long period when the engine is not running.

AM/FM select

The AM/FM control works in radio mode.

AM FM

Entertainment Systems

AM/FM select in radio mode

This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the control to toggle between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations. The selected mode will be indicated in the display. If FM stereo is enabled, ST will be illuminated in the display.

NOTE: If the FM broadcast signal becomes weak, reception automatically changes from STEREO to MONO for reduced noise, and the ST indicator will go out.

Tune adjust

The tune control works in radio mode.

Tune adjust in radio mode

• Press frequency band in individual increments.

Seek function

The seek function control works in radio mode.

Seek function in radio mode

Press and momentarily hold the SEEK control. A beep will sound indicating you have entered seek mode.

• Press listenable station up the frequency band.

• Press

NOTE: If you continue to press and hold the control, the frequency will continue changing without stopping. Release the control after the beep sounds.

to move up the

to move down the

to find the next

TUNE SEEK

TRACK

TUNE SEEK

TRACK

to find the next listenable station down the frequency band.

Tracking feature

The tracking feature works in CD mode.

Entertainment Systems

Tracking feature in CD mode

• Press to advance to the next selection. Press and hold the control to fast forward through the current selection.

• Press

to reverse to the previous selection. Press and hold the control to rewind through the current selection.

Scan function

The scan function works in radio mode.

Scan function in radio mode

Press the SCAN control to hear a sampling of strong stations on the frequency band. Each station will play for approximately 5 seconds.

Press the SCAN control again to remain on a station and disable this mode.

CD select

• To begin CD play (if CD is loaded), press the CD control, or

• Insert the compact disc, label side up into the CD slot (if no CD is loaded). The auto loading mechanism will pull in the CD. There will be a short lapse before play begins.

• The first track of the disc will begin playing. The DISC IN control will illuminate.

• The track number will appear in the display.

To disable CD mode, press the power/volume control.

TUNE SEEK

TRACK

SCAN

Entertainment Systems

Treble adjust

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

AUDIO

Press the AUDIO control until TREB is illuminated in the display.

Turn the volume control to adjust to the desired level of treble.

NOTE: The volume can be adjusted without pressing the AUDIO function control.

Bass adjust

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

AUDIO

Press the AUDIO control until BASS is illuminated in the display.

Turn the volume control to adjust to the desired level of bass.

Speaker fade adjust

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

AUDIO

POWER-VOL

PUSH

POWER-VOL

PUSH

POWER-VOL

PUSH

Press the AUDIO control until FADE is illuminated in the display.

Turn the volume control to adjust the speaker output.

Entertainment Systems

Speaker balance adjust

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

AUDIO

Press the AUDIO control until BAL is illuminated in the display.

Turn the volume control to adjust the speakers.

NOTE: Approximately 5 seconds after selecting any AUDIO mode (treble, bass, fade, balance or volume), the system will automatically default to the volume function. To reset these modes, press and momentarily hold the AUDIO control. The unit will beep and CL will appear in the display.

Radio station memory preset

The radio is equipped with five station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to five preset AM stations and ten FM stations (five in FM1 and five in FM2).

Setting memory preset stations

1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM control.

2. Select the desired station.

3. Press and momentarily hold the desired preset control until a beep is

heard.

The preset control number will illuminate in the display. This indicates the station is held in memory on the control you selected. Repeat this procedure to store other stations in memory.

POWER-VOL

PUSH

Auto memory tuning

Auto memory tuning allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. This is especially useful when you are in an area where the local stations are not known.

Entertainment Systems

Starting auto memory tuning

1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM control.

2. Press and momentarily hold the

AUTO M (auto memory) control.

3. The audio system will select the

five strongest stations on the frequency band. When the stations are filled, the station stored in memory preset control 1 will start playing.

Press the AUTO M control to recall stations in the auto memory. One station will be selected each time you press the AUTO M control and the auto memory number will be displayed.

NOTE: If the power supply is interrupted (the fuse blows or the battery is disconnected), the preset channels will be canceled.

Random play

The random play feature works in CD mode and plays the selections on the current CD in random order.

Random play in CD mode

Press the RDM control during play. RDM will illuminate in the display.

The next selection will be randomly selected.

To disengage random play, press the RDM control again.

RDM

AUTO

Repeat play

The repeat play feature works in CD mode and repeats the current CD

RPT

selection.

Repeat play in CD mode

Press the RPT control during play. RPT will illuminate in the display.

The current selection will be repeated.

To disengage repeat play, press the RPT control again.

Entertainment Systems

Eject function

Press the control to stop and eject a CD.

Setting the clock

• Ensure that the ignition is in the ACC or ON position.

• Press and momentarily hold the

CLOCK

CLOCK control until a beep is heard. The current time will flash in the display.

• Press the

to increase the hours.

to increase the minutes.

• Press the CLOCK control again when the desired time is set to activate the clock.

NOTE: If the power supply to the unit is interrupted (if the fuse blows or the vehicle’s battery is disconnected), the clock will need to be reset.

NOTE: If the time is not adjusted while the clock’s current time is flashing (if neither

or is pressed), and the CLOCK control is

pressed a second time, the minutes will be set to 00. If the current time setting is within the first half of the hour (01–29), the hour setting will automatically reverse one hour. For example, if the original setting is 3:24, the time will change to 3:00. If the clock’s current time setting is within the latter part of the hour (from 30 to 59 minutes), the hour setting will automatically advance one hour. For example, if the original setting is 3:45, the time will change to 4:00.

Changing the display mode

Press the CLOCK control to alternate the display between time

CLOCK

and audio.

NOTE: If audio operation is selected while the time mode is on, the selected audio mode will be displayed for 10 seconds, then the display will revert to the time mode.

TUNE SEEK

TRACK

Entertainment Systems

RADIO FREQUENCIES

AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are:

AM - 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz

FM- 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz

RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS

There are three factors that can effect radio reception:

• Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception.

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.

• Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed.

CASSETTE/PLAYER CARE

Do:

• Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less.

• Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole

and turning the hub.

• Remove loose labels before inserting tapes.

• Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat, humidity or

cold to reach a moderate temperature before playing.

• Clean the cassette player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after 10–12 hours of play to maintain good sound/operation.

Don’t:

• Expose tapes to direct sunlight, extreme humidity, heat or cold.

• Leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being

played.

Entertainment Systems

CD/CD PLAYER CARE

Do:

• Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface.

• Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleaner

and wipe from the center out.

Don’t:

• Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time.

• Insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine.

• Clean using a circular motion.

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75 in) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ball point pens may damage CDs. Please contact your dealer for further information.

AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTY AND SERVICE

Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician.

Climate Controls

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

OFF

Fan speed control

Controls the volume of air circulated

in the vehicle.

Temperature control knob

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

Mode selector control

Controls the direction of the airflow

OFF

to the inside of the vehicle.

•

(Panel) – Distributes outside air through the instrument panel

registers.

• OFF – Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short periods of time only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

•

(Panel and floor) – Distributes outside air through the

instrument panel registers and the floor ducts.

•

(Floor) – Distributes outside air through the floor ducts.

(Floor and defrost) – Distributes outside air through the floor

ducts and the windshield defroster ducts.

•

(Defrost) – Distributes outside air through the windshield

defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield.

Climate Controls

Operating tips

• In humid weather, place the climate control system in Defrost ( before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. Once the windshield has been cleared, select any desired position.

• To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle, do not drive with the climate control system in the OFF position.

• Under normal weather conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should be left in any position other than OFF position when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” through the outside air inlet duct.

• Under snowy or dirty weather conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should be left in the OFF position when the vehicle is parked. This allows the climate control system to be free from contamination of outside pollutants.

• Do not place objects under the front seat which may interfere with the airflow to the rear seats (if equipped).

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

• Do not place objects over the defroster outlets. These objects may block airflow and reduce your visibility through the windshield. Avoid placing small objects on top of the instrument panel. These objects can fall into the defroster outlets and block airflow, in addition to, damaging your climate control system.

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Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel, as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

MAX

OFF

A/C

Fan speed control

Controls the volume of air circulated

in the vehicle.

Climate Controls

Temperature control knob

Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle.

Mode Selector Control

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

The air conditioning compressor can operate in all modes except and . However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside

temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher.

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.

MAX A/C – Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. MAX A/C is noisier

•

than A/C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

•

A/C – Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. It is quieter than MAX A/C but not as economical. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers.

•

(Panel) – Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.

• OFF – Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short periods of time only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

•

(Panel 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.

OFF

A/C

MAX

A/C

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