Ford F-150 2004 Owner Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 10

Warning and control lights 10 Gauges 15

Entertainment Systems 18

AM/FM stereo 18 AM/FM stereo with CD 20 AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 23 AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 26

Climate Controls 32

Heater only 32 Manual heating and air conditioning 33 Electronic automatic temperature control 35 Rear window defroster 40

Lights 41

Headlamps 41 Turn signal control 45 Bulb replacement 46

Driver Controls 52

Windshield wiper/washer control 52 Steering wheel adjustment 53 Power windows 58 Mirrors 59 Speed control 61 Message center 70 Tailgate 80

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Locks and Security 83

Keys 83 Locks 83 Anti-theft system 85

Seating and Safety Restraints 97

Seating 97 Safety restraints 102 Air bags 119 Child restraints 132

Driving 147

Starting 147 Brakes 152 Transmission operation 154 Vehicle loading 174 Trailer towing 177 Recreational towing 185

Roadside Emergencies 189

Getting roadside assistance 189 Hazard flasher switch 190 Fuel pump shut-off switch 191 Fuses and relays 191 Changing tires 199 Jump starting 205 Wrecker towing 211

Customer Assistance 212

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 220

Cleaning 221

Table of Contents

Maintenance and Specifications 227

Engine compartment 229 Engine oil 231 Battery 234 Fuel information 242 Air filter(s) 257 Tire Information 260 Part numbers 272 Refill capacities 273 Lubricant specifications 277

Accessories 287

Index 290

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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. 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 Australia: www.ford.com.au

• In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx

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 this Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

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.

Introduction

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.

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 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of new vehicle operation. Vary your speed to allow parts to adjust themselves to other parts.

Drive your new vehicle at least 500 miles (800 km) before towing a trailer. Additionally, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you tow a trailer, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and do not make starts at full throttle. This style of driving will help the engine and other parts of your vehicle wear-in at the heavier loads.

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils during the first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation, since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications 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 6.0L 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.

Introduction

Service Data Recording

Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.

Event Data Recording

Other modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event. The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the occupants, potentially including information such as:

• how various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were buckled;

• how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the

brake pedal;

• how fast the vehicle was traveling; and

• where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority. Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada.

Special instructions

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

Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS)

in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.

Introduction

Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should

NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger air bag.

Using your vehicle with a snowplow

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

F150 SuperCrew Owners: Snowplowing

Your vehicle is not recommended for snowplowing. Ford makes no representation as to the suitability of your vehicle for snowplowing, in particular regarding the potential for exceeding vehicle weight limits, airbag (SRS) deployment sensitivity, vehicle crash integrity, or powertrain durability. The Snowplow Package Option is not available.

Using your vehicle as an ambulance

Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance.

Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package.

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles

Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than

other types of vehicles.

Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death.

Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter.

MIDDLE EAST/NORTH AFRICA VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION

For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the ones that are described in this Owner’s Guide; therefore, a supplement has been supplied that complements this book. By referring to the pages in the provided supplement, you can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. Refer to this

Owner’s Guide for all other required information and warnings.

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娂

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

Base instrument cluster

Base with Tachometer instrument cluster

Mid instrument cluster

Instrument Cluster

Luxury instrument cluster

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: The Service engine soon indicator light

illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately.

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.

Electronic throttle control (if equipped): Illuminates when the

engine has defaulted to a ’limp-home’ operation. Report the fault to a dealer at the earliest opportunity.

Instrument Cluster

On vehicles equipped with a message center, “ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE” will be displayed, refer to Message Center in the Driver Controls chapter.

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.

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.

BRAKE

ABS

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

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

Instrument Cluster

Overdrive off (if equipped):

Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off, refer to the Driving chapter. If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur.

Four wheel drive low: Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged.

Four wheel drive high: Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged.

Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is activated. Turns off when the speed control system is deactivated.

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.

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

O/D

OFF

4x4

LOW

4x4 HI

Instrument Cluster

MINI MESSAGE CENTER WARNING DISPLAYS (IF EQUIPPED)

Door ajar: Displays when the ignition is in the ON position and any door is open.

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

Check fuel cap: Displays when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this display on may cause the Service engine soon warning light to come on. Refer to Fuel filler cap under the Fuel Information section in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Check gauge: Displays when any of the following conditions has occurred:

• The engine coolant temperature is high.

• The engine oil pressure is low.

• The fuel gauge is at or near empty.

Trans Fault: Displays when a transmission problem has been detected and shifting may be restricted. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately.

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY 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 (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.

Instrument Cluster

GAUGES

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

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.

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

• With Mini Message Center

Instrument Cluster

• With Full Message Center

Refer to Message Center in the Drivers Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English.

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

• With Mini Message Center

Press and release the button on top of the cluster to toggle between odometer and trip odometer display.

• With Full Message Center

Press and release the message center INFO button until TRIP mode appears in the display. Press the RESET button to reset.

Tachometer (if equipped):

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

Battery voltage gauge: Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated by arrows), have the vehicle’s electrical system checked as soon as possible.

Engine oil pressure gauge:

Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle should stay in the normal operating range (between “L” and “H”). If the needle falls below the normal range, stop the vehicle, turn

Instrument Cluster

off the engine and check the engine oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician.

Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade.

The arrow next to the fuel pump icon indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.

For more information, refer to Filling the tank under the Fuel Information section in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Entertainment Systems

FORD AM/FM STEREO SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

/ Tune: Press to manually

go up or down the radio frequency. Also use in menu mode to select various settings.

2. Audio: Press to access select

various settings.

Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use SEEK

Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use

SEEK

Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers.

Use

Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers.

Use

/ / SEEK, SEEK .

/ / SEEK,

Entertainment Systems

Setting the clock: Press until HR or Mn is displayed.

Press

3. Seek: Press to access the

next/previous strong station.

4. Memory presets: To set a

station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.

5. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM

frequency band.

6. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn

ON/OFF. Turn to increase/decrease volume. 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.

7. CLK (Clock): Press CLK to

toggle between displaying the radio frequency and the clock setting.

/ / SEEK to adjust the hours/minutes.

Entertainment Systems

FORD SINGLE CD SOUND SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

/ Tune: Press to manually

go up or down the radio frequency. Also use in menu mode to select various settings.

2. Phone/mute: Press to mute the

playing media. Press again to return to the playing media.

3. Menu: Press to toggle through

the following modes:

Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use

SEEK

Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use

SEEK

Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers.

Use

/ / SEEK, SEEK .

/ / SEEK,

Entertainment Systems

Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers.

Use

Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume automatically changes slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise.

Use

Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 .

Use

When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets.

Setting the clock: Press until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is

displayed. Use

hours/minutes.

4. Aux: Press to toggle between

FES/DVD and AUX modes. If no auxiliary sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed.

5. Seek: Press to access the next

strong station or track.

/ / SEEK, SEEK .

/ / SEEK, SEEK to adjust.

/ / SEEK, SEEK to turn on/off.

/ / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the

6. Text: This control currently not

supported.

7. Shuffle: Press to play tracks in

random order on the selected CD.

8. Compress (Compression): In

CD mode, brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level.

9. Repeat: Press to repeat the

current CD track.

Entertainment Systems

10. Fast forward: Press to

manually advance in a CD track.

11. Rewind: Press to manually

reverse in a CD track.

12. Memory presets: To set a

station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.

13. Scan: Press for a brief sampling

of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop.

14. Seek: Press to access the next

strong station or track.

15. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM

frequency band.

16. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn

17. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If

a CD is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it ended last.

18. CD eject: Press to eject a CD.

19. CD slot: Insert a CD label side

up.

Entertainment Systems

FORD DUAL MEDIA SOUND SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

/ Tune: Press to manually

go up or down the radio frequency. Also use in menu mode to select various settings.

2. Seek: Press to access the next

strong station or track.

3. Phone/mute: Press to mute the

playing media. Press again to return to the playing media.

4. Menu: Press to toggle through

the following modes:

Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use

SEEK .

Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use

SEEK

/ / SEEK,

Entertainment Systems

Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers.

Use

Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers.

Use

Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume automatically changes slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise.

Use

Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 .

Use

When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets.

Setting the clock: Press until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is

displayed. Use

hours/minutes.

5. Aux: Press to toggle between

FES/DVD and AUX modes. If no auxiliary sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed.

6. Tape eject: Press to eject a tape.

/ / SEEK, SEEK .

/ / SEEK, SEEK to adjust.

/ / SEEK, SEEK to turn on/off.

/ / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the

7. Text: This control currently not

supported.

8. Shuffle: Press to play CD tracks

in random order on the selected CD.

9. Compress (Compression): In

CD mode, brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level.

Entertainment Systems

10. Repeat: Press to repeat the

current CD track.

11. Fast forward: Press to

manually advance in a tape or CD track.

12. Rewind: Press to manually

reverse in a tape or CD track.

13. Memory presets: To set a

station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.

14. Cassette door: Insert a tape, facing to the right.

15. Tape direction: Press to

change which side of the tape is playing.

16. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM

frequency band.

17. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn

18. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If

a CD is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it ended last.

19. CD eject: Press to eject a CD.

20. CD slot: Insert a CD label side

up.

Entertainment Systems

21. Seek: Press to access the

previous strong station or track.

22. Scan: Press for a brief sampling

of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop.

FORD PREMIUM/AUDIOPHILE IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

/ Tune/Disc selector:

Press to manually go up or down the radio frequency or to select a desired disc. Also use in menu mode to select various settings.

2. Phone/mute: Press to mute the

playing media. Press again to return to the playing media.

3. Menu: Press to toggle through

the following modes:

Entertainment Systems

Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use / / SEEK, SEEK

Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use

SEEK .

Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers.

Use

Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers.

Use

Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume automatically changes slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise.

Use

Ambiance (Available on Audiophile radios only): This feature gives the feeling of “being there” to your music, creating increased clarity as well

as an open and spacious feel to the music. Use

SEEK to turn on/off. Turn the volume control to increase/decrease the level of ambiance.

Occupancy mode: (Available on Audiophile radios only):

Use

SEATS, DRIVERS SEAT or REAR SEATS.

Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 .

Use

When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets.

Setting the clock: Press until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is

displayed. Press

hours/minutes.

RDS (Available on Audiophile radios only): Allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for a certain category of music format: Classic, Country, Info, Jazz, Oldies, R&B, Religious, Rock, Soft, Top 40. RDS (only available in FM mode) must be activated to access the Traffic, Find and

/ / SEEK, SEEK .

/ / SEEK, SEEK to adjust.

/ / SEEK, SEEK select and optimize sound for ALL

/ / SEEK, SEEK to turn on/off.

/ / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the

/ / SEEK,

Entertainment Systems

Show functions. To activate, press and hold MENU until TRAFFIC appears in the display. This indicates RDS is active. Press MENU consecutively to scroll through

Traffic, Find, Show or RDS ON. Use activate/deactivate the functions. To deactivate RDS, scroll to RDS ON and press RDS is Off, you will not be able to access Traffic, Find or Show

functions.

Traffic (Available on Audiophile radios only): Allows you to hear traffic

broadcasts. Use

SCAN to find a station broadcasting a traffic report (if it is broadcasting RDS data). Traffic information is not available in most U.S. markets.

Find: Allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for the desired music category. Use

SEEK, SEEK or SCAN to begin the search.

Show: Allows you to display the name of the radio station or program

type. Use

4. Aux: Press to toggle between

FES/DVD and AUX modes. If no auxiliary sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed.

5. Seek: Press to access the next

strong station or track.

SEEK, SEEK so the display reads RDS OFF. When

/ to turn on/off, then use SEEK, SEEK or

/ to find the desired program type, then use

/ / SEEK, SEEK to show type, name or none.

SEEK, SEEK to

6. Text: This control currently not

supported.

7. Shuffle: Press to play tracks in

random order on the selected CD.

8. Compress (Compression): In

CD mode, brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level.

Entertainment Systems

9. Repeat: Press to repeat the

current CD track.

10. Fast forward: Press to

manually advance in a CD track.

11. Rewind: Press to manually

reverse in a CD track.

12. Memory presets: To set a

station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.

13. Scan: Press for a brief sampling

of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop.

14. Seek: Press to access the next

strong station or track.

15. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM

frequency band.

16. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn

17. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If

a CD is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it ended last.

18. LOAD: Press to load a CD. Press and hold to autoload up to six CDs.

19. CD eject: Press to eject a CD.

Press and hold to auto eject all CDs present in the system.

Entertainment Systems

20. CD slot: Insert a CD label side

up.

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 affect 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.

CD/CD PLAYER CARE

Do:

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

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