Ford F-450 1999 User Manual

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Contents

Before driving

Introduction 2

Instrumentation 5

Controls and features 22

Seating and safety restraints 82

Starting and driving

Starting 107

Driving 112

Roadside emergencies 144

Servicing

Maintenance and care 169

Capacities and specifications 212

Customer assistance 223

Reporting safety defects 235

Index 236

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Introduction

ICONS

Indicates a safety alert. Read the following section on Warnings.

Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow.

Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment.

Indicates a message regarding child safety restraints. Refer to Seating and safety restraints for more information.

Indicates that this Owner Guide contains information on this subject. Please refer to the Index to locate the appropriate section which will provide you more information.

WARNINGS

Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment.

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Introduction

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in.

INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE

The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation.

SPECIAL NOTICES Diesel-powered vehicles

Read the 7.3L Diesel Engine Owner’s Guide Supplement for information regarding correct operation and maintenance of your diesel-powered light truck.

Notice to owners of utility type 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 control or an accident.

Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter as well as the “Four Wheeling” supplement included with 4WD and utility type vehicles.

Using your vehicle with a snowplow

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

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Introduction

Using your vehicle as an ambulance

If your light truck is equipped with the Ford ambulance preparation package, it may be utilized as an ambulance. Ford urges ambulance manufacturers to follow the recommendations of the Ford incomplete vehicle manual, Ford truck body builder’s layout book and the QVM guidelines as well as pertinent supplements. For additional information,

please contact the Light Truck Body Builders Advisory Service 1–800–635–5560.

Use of your Ford light truck as an ambulance, without the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package voids the Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty and may void the Emissions Warranties. In addition, ambulance usage without the preparation package could cause high underbody temperatures, overpressurized fuel and a risk of spraying fuel which could lead to fires.

If your vehicle is equipped with the Ford ambulance preparation package, it will be indicated on the Safety Certification Compliance label. The label is located on the driver’s side door pillar or on the rear edge of the driver’s door. You can determine whether the ambulance manufacturer followed Ford’s recommendations by directly contacting that manufacturer. Ford Ambulance preparation package is only available on certain 7.3L Diesel engine equipped vehicles.

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Introduction

Notice to owners with vehicles equipped with Power Take Off (PTO) capability

Refer to the Driving chapter for more information and guidelines for operating vehicles equipped with PTO.

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Instrumentation

Turn signal and

wiper/washer control

(pg. 68)

PANEL

DIM

Instrument cluster

(pg. 8)

Speed control*

(pg. 68)

FUEL FILL

LOW FUEL

BRAKE

+ -

OFF

00000

0000

MPH

PRN 21

100

120

140

160

km/h

100

1000

SERVICE ENGINE SOON

FUEL

RESET

ABS

DOOR AJAR

LOW

RANGE

4 X 4

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

RPM

Headlamp control

(pg. 23)

Instrument panel

dimmer switch

(pg. 24)

Driver side air

bag

(pg. 94)

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Instrumentation

Gearshift lever

(pg. 119)

OVERDRIVE

4X4

HIGH

LOW

4WD control *

(pg. 131)

Electronic sound

system

(pg. 30)

VOL - PUSH ON

SEEK

TUNE

DISCS

REW FF SIDE 1-2 COMP

123456

FM1

BASS TREB BAL FADE

SCAN

A/C

MAX A/C

Climate control

systems (pg. 25)

AUTO

SET

TAPE CD

SHUFFLE

OFF

Passenger air bag deactivate switch

(pg. 98)

PASSENGER AIR BAG

OFF

Auxiliary power

point

(pg. 25)

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Instrumentation

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

100

00000

0000

MPH

PRN 21

km/h

120

140

160

100

RPM

LOW

FUEL

SERVICE

ENGINE

SOON

1000

SERVICE ENGINE SOON

FUEL

RESET

ABS

LOW

RANGE

DOOR AJAR

4 X 4

BRAKE

FUEL FILL

LOW FUEL

+ -

Low fuel

Illuminates as an early reminder of a low fuel condition indicated on the fuel gauge. The light comes on when there is approximately 1/16th of a tank indicated on the fuel gauge (refer to Fuel Gauge in this chapter for more information). The ignition must be in the ON position for this lamp to illuminate. The lamp will also illuminate for several seconds after the ignition is turned to the ON position regardless of the fuel level.

Service engine soon (Federal only)

Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD I). This OBD I system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD I system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle.

The Check Engine/Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the engine is started, one of the engine’s emission control systems may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing.

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Instrumentation

What you should do if the Check Engine/Service Engine Soon light illuminates

Light turns on solid:

This means that the OBD I system has detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to

illuminate. Examples are:

1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.)

2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel. These and other temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the

fuel tank with good quality fuel. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Check Engine/Service Engine Soon light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required.

If the Check Engine/Service Engine Soon light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior

floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

Service engine soon (California only)

Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD II). This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle.

The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the engine is started, one of the engine’s emission control systems may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing.

SERVICE

ENGINE

SOON

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Instrumentation

What you should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates

Light turns on solid:

This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to

illuminate. Examples are:

1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.)

2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.

3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened.

These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and/or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Service Engine Soon light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required.

If the Service Engine Soon light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.

Light is blinking:

Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior

floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

Air bag readiness

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately.

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Instrumentation

Transmission control indicator light (TCIL) (if equipped)

The word OFF located on the end of the gearshift lever is the transmission control indicator light (TCIL).

The TCIL may flash steadily if a malfunction is detected. If the TCIL is flashing, contact your Ford dealer as soon as possible. If this condition persists, damage to the transmission could occur.

Safety belt

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For more information, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

Brake system warning

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

BRAKE

OVERDRIVE

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. If the light remains on, continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the system serviced immediately. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released.

ABS

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Instrumentation

Turn signal

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

High beams

Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

Charging system

Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. The light also illuminates when the battery is not charging properly, requiring electrical system service.

Four wheel drive low (if equipped)

This light momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON. Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged. If the light continues to flash have the system serviced.

LOW

RANGE

Four wheel drive indicator (if equipped)

This light momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON. Illuminates when 4x4 range is engaged.

4x4

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Instrumentation

Door ajar

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

DOOR

AJAR

Fuel reset

Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the fuel pump shut-off switch has been triggered. For more information, refer to Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter.

Oil pressure/Engine coolant

This light will illuminate when the ignition is in the ON position and the:

• engine coolant temperature is very high

• engine oil pressure is low

• engine is off

The light serves as a notice that a system needs your attention and to check the engine coolant temperature gauge and the engine oil pressure gauge.

Refer to Engine coolant temperature gauge and Engine oil pressure gauge in this chapter for more information.

FUEL

RESET

Safety belt warning chime

Chimes to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seating

and safety restraints chapter.

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime

For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

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Instrumentation

Key-in-ignition warning chime

Sounds when the ignition 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 in the OFF position (and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.

GAUGES

100

00000

0000

MPH

PRN 21

km/h

120

140

160

100

FUEL

RESET

ABS

LOW

RANGE

DOOR AJAR

4 X 4

RPM

1000

SERVICE ENGINE SOON

BRAKE

FUEL FILL

LOW FUEL

+ -

Fuel gauge

Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion. The ignition should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is being refueled. When the gauge first indicates empty, there is a small amount of reserve fuel in the tank. When refueling the vehicle from empty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel.

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Speedometer

Indicates the current vehicle speed.

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating temperature, the needle remains within the normal area (the area between the “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine immediately and let the engine cool. Refer to Engine

coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter.

Instrumentation

00000

100

km/h

0000

MPH

120

140

160

100

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.

This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate.

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Instrumentation

Odometer

Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.

Trip odometer

Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset, depress the control.

MPH

0000

MPH

000000

0000

100

00000

100

km/h

120

140

160

140

160

100

Tachometer

Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute.

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

RPM

1000

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Instrumentation

Battery voltage gauge

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

Engine oil pressure gauge

This shows the engine oil pressure in the system. Sufficient pressure exists as long as the needle remains in the normal range (the area between the “L” and “H”).

If the gauge indicates low pressure, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately. Check the oil level. Add oil if needed (refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and care chapter). If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician.

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Instrumentation

TRIP COMPUTER (IF EQUIPPED)

The trip computer tells you about the condition of your vehicle through a constant monitor of vehicle systems. You may select display features on the trip computer for a display of status.

The appearance of your vehicle’s trip computer may differ depending on your vehicle’s option package, but the functions are the same.

The trip computer only operates with the ignition in the ON position. Trip computer features follow:

Selectable features

English/metric display

Press this control to change the trip computer display between metric and English units.

MODE

Mode control

Each press of the MODE control will display a different feature as follows:

Average fuel economy. The display will indicate the vehicle’s

MODE

average fuel economy in liters/100 km (or miles/gallon) since last reset.

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled (miles traveled by gallons used), your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons:

• your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up

• differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at

service stations

• variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another

• rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 liter (gallon)

E/M

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Instrumentation

To reset the average fuel economy:

1. Press the MODE control repeatedly until average fuel economy is

displayed (this is the only resettable display).

2. Press the E/M and MODE

controls simultaneously. The display will illuminate the “AVG” indicator. While the indicator is lit, release

MODE

both controls to reset the average fuel economy.

Instantaneous fuel economy. The display will indicate the instantaneous fuel economy of your running vehicle. This figure is affected by the following conditions:

• braking

• acceleration

• road conditions

Fuel range. This displays the approximate number of kilometers (miles) left to drive before the fuel tank is empty. The indicated distance to empty may be inaccurate:

• with sustained, drastic changes in fuel economy (such as trailer towing), but will eventually recover.

• if the vehicle is started while parked on an incline.

• if less than 30 liters (8 gallons) of fuel is added to the fuel tank.

The fuel range function will flash for 5 seconds at the following distances based on fuel remaining and fuel economy calculations:

• 80 km (50 miles)

• 40 km (25 miles)

• 16 km (10 miles)

The compass heading is displayed in both average fuel economy and fuel range modes.

Off. In this mode the display is off.

E/M

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Instrumentation

Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy. When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows the approximate amount of fuel in the fuel tank in whole numbers (liters or gallons). If your tank is full or nearly full, the display will be “F”. If your tank is empty or nearly empty, the display will be “E”. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset.

Outside air temperature

The outside temperature display is contained in the overhead console.

The temperature display can be turned off and on by pressing the MODE control on the overhead console. The temperature can be displayed in Centigrade or Fahrenheit by pressing the MODE control.

If the outside temperature falls below 3.3°C (38°F), the display will alternate from “ICE” to the outside temperature at a two second rate for one minute.

Compass

The compass display is contained in the overhead console. The vehicle heading is displayed as one of N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and NW.

The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy. Adjustments may need to be made to the zone and calibration of the compass.

OPEN

GARAGE

LAMP MODE LAMP

73° NW

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Instrumentation

Compass zone adjustment

1. Determine which magnetic zone

you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map.

2. Locate the trip computer on the

overhead console.

3. Turn ignition to the ON position.

4. Press and hold both trip

computer controls. After approximately five seconds, the trip computer will enter zone setting mode. Zone setting mode is indicated when the display lights the “ZONE” indicator.

5. Release both controls.

Subsequent pressing of either control will increment the zone. Press the control repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed on the trip computer.

6. To exit the zone setting mode and save the displayed zone in memory,

release pressure from both controls for greater than five seconds.

MODE

E/M

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Instrumentation

Compass calibration adjustment

Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines.

For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut.

1. Locate the trip computer located in the overhead console.

2. Start the vehicle.

3. Press and hold both trip

computer controls. After approximately 10 seconds, the trip computer will enter CAL mode. CAL

MODE

mode is indicated when the display lights the “CAL” indicator.

4. Release both controls. The display

will return to normal, except that the CAL indicator will remain lit until the compass is sucessfully calibrated.

5. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]) until

the CAL indicator turns off. It may take up to five circles to complete calibration.

6. The compass is now calibrated.

E/M

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Controls and features

HEADLAMP CONTROL

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

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate:

• the engine must be running and

• the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position.

Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during

inclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.

High beams

Push forward to activate.

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Controls and features

Flash to pass

Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlamp and parklamp operation.

• Rotate up to brighten.

• Rotate down to dim.

• Rotate to full down position to

turn off.

4WD CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

This control operates the 4WD. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

2WD

PANEL

DIM

4X4

HIGH

4X4

LOW

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AUXILIARY POWER POINT

The auxiliary power point is located on the instrument panel.

Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Use the power point.

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Heater only system (if equipped)

Fan speed control

Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.

Controls and features

POWER POINT

OFF

Temperature control

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 to the inside of the vehicle.

OFF

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Controls and features

• (Vent) -Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers.

• OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.

•

• (Floor) -Allows for maximum heating. Distributes outside air

• (Floor and defrost) -Distributes outside air through the floor

• (Defrost) -Distributes outside air through the windshield

Operating tips

• In humid weather, select before driving. This will help to prevent

• To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’t drive with the

• Don’t put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the

• Remove any snow, ice or leaves

(Panel and floor) -Distributes outside air through the instrument

panel registers and the floor ducts.

through the floor ducts.

ducts and the windshield defroster ducts.

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

your windshield from fogging. After a few minutes, select any desired position.

climate control system in the OFF position.

airflow to the back seats (if equipped).

from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield under the hood).

• When placing objects on top of your instrument panel, be careful to not place them over the defroster outlets. These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield. Also, avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel. These objects can fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system.

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Controls and features

Manual heating and air conditioning system (if equipped)

OFF

A/C

MAX A/C

Fan speed control

Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.

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.

OFF

A/C

MAX A/C

The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except

and

. However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside

temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or above. Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air

during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle.

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

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Controls and features

• 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.

•

• OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short

•

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

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.

(Floor) -Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.

(Floor and defrost) -Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For added customer comfort, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts. If the temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.

(Defrost) -Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or above, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.

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Controls and features

Operating tips

• In humid weather, select before driving. This will prevent your windshield from fogging. After a few minutes, select any desired position.

• To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’t drive with the climate control system in the OFF position.

• Don’t put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats (if eqipped).

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

• If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather, the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three minutes with the windows open. This will force most of the hot, stale air out of the vehicle. Then operate your air conditioner as you would normally.

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Controls and features

USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM AM/FM Stereo

VOL

PUSH

TONE

CLK

1 2 3 4 AM/FM

AM/FM Stereo

TONE VOL

ST DX

SEEK TUNE

VOL

PUSH

TONE

CLK

TONE VOL

ST DX

SEEK TUNE

AM / FM STEREO

1 2 3 4 AM/FM

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Controls and features

Your vehicle is equipped with a delayed accessory feature. This feature enables the audio playing media to continue playing up to 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off, or until a door is opened.

Volume/power control

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

VOL

PUSH

Turn the control to raise or lower volume.

VOL

PUSH

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.

AM/FM select

The AM/FM select control works in radio mode.

AM/FM

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.

Tune adjust

The tune control works in radio mode.

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Controls and features

Tune adjust in radio mode

• 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 a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement.

to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not

Seek function

The seek function control works in radio mode.

Seek function in radio mode

• Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band.

• Press listenable station up the frequency band.

to find the next

Radio station memory preset

The radio is equipped with four station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to four preset AM stations and eight FM stations (four in FM1 and four 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,

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

SEEK TUNE

SEEK

TUNE

1 2 3 4

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Bass adjust

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

With the electronic stereo radio, press the TONE control once, then use the volume knob to adjust the level.

Treble adjust

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

With the electronic stereo radio, press the TONE control twice, then use the volume knob to adjust the level.

Speaker balance adjust

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

With the electronic stereo radio, press the TONE control three times, then use the volume knob to adjust the level.

Speaker fade adjust (if equipped)

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

With the electronic stereo radio, press the TONE control four times, then use the volume knob to adjust the level.

Controls and features

VOL

PUSH

TONE

CLK

VOL

PUSH

TONE

CLK

VOL

PUSH

TONE

CLK

VOL

PUSH

TONE

CLK

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Controls and features

Setting the clock

Press CLK to toggle between listening frequencies and clock mode.

To set the hour, press and hold the CLK control and press:

TONE

CLK

•

To set the minute, press and hold the CLK control and press:

•

to decrease hours and to increase hours.

to decrease minutes and to increase minutes.

SEEK SEEK

TUNE TUNE

TONE

CLK

SEEK

TUNE

SEEK

TUNE

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AM/FM stereo cassette

VOL - PUSH ON

BASS TREB BAL FADE

FM1

Controls and features

CLK

TAPE

AMS

SEEK TUNE

SCAN

SIDE REW FF

1 - 2

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Volume/power control

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

Turn the control to raise or lower volume.

VOL - PUSH ON

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Controls and features

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.

AM/FM select

The AM/FM select control works in radio and tape modes.

AM/FM select in radio mode

This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the AM control to select from AM selections, and press the FM control to select from FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations.

AM/FM select in tape mode

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

Tune adjust

The tune control works in radio mode.

Tune adjust in radio mode

• 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 a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement.

Seek function

The seek function control works in radio mode.

to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not

SEEK TUNE

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Controls and features

Seek function in radio mode

• Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band.

• Press listenable station up the frequency band.

to find the next

Scan function

The scan function works in radio 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 SCAN control again to stop the scan mode.

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 or the 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,

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

SEEK

TUNE

SCAN

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Controls and features

Bass adjust

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

Treble adjust

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

Speaker balance adjust

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

BASS

TREB

Speaker fade adjust

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

BAL

FADE

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Controls and features

Tape select

• To enter tape mode while in radio mode, press the TAPE AMS control.

Automatic Music Search

The Automatic Music Search feature allows you to quickly locate the beginning of the tape selection being played or to skip to the next selection.

To activate the feature, momentarily depress the TAPE AMS button. Then, press either REW (for the beginning of the current selection) or FF (to advance to the next selection). The tape deck stops and returns to play mode when the AMS circuit senses a blank section on the tape.

In order to ensure proper operation of the AMS feature, the tape MUST have a blank section of at least 4 seconds duration between programs.

Tape direction select

Press SIDE and 1–2 at the same time to play the alternate side of a tape.

CLK

TAPE

AMS

CLK

TAPE

AMS

SIDE

REW FF

1 - 2

Eject function

Press the control to stop and eject a tape.

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Controls and features

DolbyTnoise reduction

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

Press the The noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby

Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Setting the clock

Press CLK to toggle between listening frequencies and clock mode while in radio mode.

To set the hour, press and hold the CLK control and press:

control to activate (and deactivate) Dolbyt noise reduction.

CLK

TAPE

AMS

•

To set the minute, press and hold the CLK control and press:

to decrease hours and to increase hours.

SEEK SEEK

TUNE TUNE

CLK

TAPE

AMS

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Controls and features

• to decrease minutes and

•

to increase minutes.

SEEK

TUNE

SEEK

TUNE

Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD/Premium Sound

VOL - PUSH ON

AM FM

SEEK TUNE

REW FF

FM 1 AMC

BL RF

DOLBY B NR

SCAN

BASS TREB SEL BAL

SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE

DISC

TAPE

EJ CD

AUTO

FADE

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MUTE

CLK

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Controls and features

Volume/power control

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

Audio power can also be turned on by pressing the AM/FM select control or the tape/CD select control. Audio power is turned off by using the volume/power control.

VOL

PUSH ON

Turn control to raise or lower 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.

AM/FM select

The AM/FM select control works in radio, tape and CD 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.

AM/FM select in CD or CD changer mode (if equipped)

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

VOL

PUSH ON

AM FM

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Tune adjust

The tune control works in radio or CD changer mode.

Tune adjust in radio mode

• 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.

Tune adjust for CD changer (if equipped)

• Press 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 remaining discs.

• Press

to select the next disc in the CD changer. Hold the control to fast-forward through the remaining discs.

Seek function

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

SEEK

TUNE

SEEK

TUNE

SEEK

TUNE

SEEK

TUNE

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Controls and features

Seek function in radio mode

• Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band.

• Press listenable station up the frequency band.

Seek function in tape mode

• Press to listen to the previous selection on the tape.

• Press

Seek function for CD or CD changer (if equipped)

• 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 replay that selection from the beginning.

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

Scan function

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

to find the next

SEEK SEEK

TUNE TUNE

to listen to the next selection on the tape.

, the CD changer will

SEEK SEEK

to seek forward to the

TUNE TUNE

SCAN

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.

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Controls and features

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.

Scan function in CD or CD changer mode (if equipped)

Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the CD. (The CD scans in a forward direction, wrapping back to the first track at the end of the CD.) To stop on a particular selection, press the control again.

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

AM FM

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.

REW FF SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE

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3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns,

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

Autoset memory preset

Autoset allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations.

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Controls and features

Starting autoset memory preset

1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM select controls.

2. Press the AUTO control.

3. When the first six strong stations

are filled, the station stored in memory preset control 1 will start playing.

If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band, the remaining memory preset controls will all store the last strong station available.

These stations are temporarily stored in the memory preset controls (until deactivated) and are accessed in the same manner of your original presets.

To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system’s manually set memory stations, press the AUTO control again.

Bass adjust

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

Press the BASS control then press:

• to decrease the bass output and

• to increase the bass output.

AUTO

CLK

BASS TREB

SEL

Treble adjust

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

Press the TREB control then press:

BASS TREB

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Controls and features

• to decrease the treble output and

• to increase the treble output.

Speaker balance adjust

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

Press the BAL control then press:

• to shift sound to the left and

•

to shift sound to the right.

Speaker fade adjust

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

Press the FADE control then press:

• to shift the sound to the front and

• to shift the sound to the rear.

SEL

BAL FADE

SEL

BAL FADE

SEL

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Controls and features

Tape/CD select

• To begin tape play (with a tape loaded into the audio system) while in the 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 CD(s) are loaded), press the CD control. The first track of the disc will begin playing. If returning from radio or tape mode, CD play will begin where it stopped last.

With the dual media audio system, press the CD control to toggle between single CD and CD changer play (if equipped).

TAPE CD

Rewind

The rewind control works in tape and CD modes.

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

• In CD mode, pressing the REW control rewinds the CD within the current track.

REW

Fast forward

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.

• In CD mode, pressing the control fast forwards the CD within the current track.

Tape direction select

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

SIDE 1-2

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Controls and features

Eject function

Press the EJ control to stop and eject a tape.

Press the EJ control to stop and eject a CD.

Dolby noise reduction

Dolby noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback. Press the control to activate (and deactivate) the noise reduction.

Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol

are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Compression adjust

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.

Shuffle feature

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 on the current disc are played.

Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature. Random order play will continue until the SHUFFLE control is pressed again.

COMP

SHUFFLE

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Controls and features

Setting the clock

To set the hour, press and hold the CLK control and press SEEK:

AUTO

CLK

•

To set the minute, press and hold the CLK control and press TUNE:

•

to decrease hours and to increase hours.

to decrease minutes and to increase minutes.

SEEK SEEK

TUNE TUNE

AUTO

CLK

SEEK

TUNE

SEEK

TUNE

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Controls and features

If your vehicle has a separate clock module, (other than the digital radio display), the CLK button will not function in the above manner.

AUTO

CLK

The CLK button will allow you to switch between media display mode (radio station, stereo information, etc.) and clock display mode (time). When in clock mode, the media information will display for ten seconds, when the radio is turned on, and then revert to clock information. Anytime that the media is changed, (new radio station, etc.), the media information will again display for ten seconds before reverting back to the clock. In media mode, the media information will always be displayed.

Mute mode

Press the control to mute the

MUTE

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

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Controls and features

MACHT Audio System with AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD

VOL - PUSH ON

AM FM

SEEK TUNE

REW FF

FM1

DOLBY B NR

SCAN

BASS TREB SEL BAL

SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE

DISC

TAPE

EJ CD

FADE

MUTE

AUTO

RDS

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Your audio system is equipped with selective lighting, a unique lighting strategy. This lighting feature is operable when the headlamps are illuminated. During the operation of any selected mode, lighting for the individual function controls will either illuminate or turn off. Those controls which have a function for the specific mode of operation selected will be lit, while the controls which have no function for that mode will be turned off.

Volume/power control

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

VOL

PUSH ON

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Controls and features

Turn control to raise or lower 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. If you wish to maintain your preset volume level, turn the audio system off with the power control before switching off the ignition.

AM/FM select

The AM/FM select control works in radio, tape and CD 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.

AM/FM select in CD mode

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

Tune adjust

The tune control works in radio or CD mode.

VOL

PUSH ON

AM FM

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Controls and features

Tune adjust in radio mode

• 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.

Tune adjust for CD changer (if equipped)

• Press

to select the next disc in the CD changer. Hold the control to fast-forward through the remaining discs.

Seek function

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

Seek function in radio mode

• Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band.

• Press

to find the next listenable station up the frequency band.

SEEK

TUNE

SEEK

TUNE

SEEK SEEK

SEEK

TUNE

SEEK

TUNE

TUNE TUNE

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Controls and features

Seek function in tape mode

• Press to listen to the previous selection on the tape.

• Press

Seek function for CD changer (if equipped)

• 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 replay that selection from the beginning.

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

Scan function

The scan function works in radio, tape or CD 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.

Scan function in tape mode

Scan function in CD mode

to listen to the next selection on the tape.

, the CD changer will

SEEK SEEK

to seek forward to the

TUNE TUNE

SCAN

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Controls and features

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,

REW

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

Autoset memory preset

Starting autoset memory preset

1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM select controls.

2. Press the AUTO control.

3. When the first six strong stations

are filled, the station stored in memory preset control 1 will start playing.

If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band, the remaining memory preset controls will all store the last strong station available.

To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system’s manually set memory stations, press the AUTO control again.

AM FM

FF2SIDE 1-2

AUTO

RDS

COMP5SHUFFLE

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Bass adjust

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

Press the BASS control then press:

• to decrease bass output and

•

to increase bass output.

Treble adjust

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

Press the TREB control then press:

•

to decrease treble output and to increase treble output.

Controls and features

BASS TREB

SEL

BASS TREB

SEL

Speaker balance adjust

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

BAL FADE

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Controls and features

Press the BAL control then press:

•

Speaker fade adjust

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

Press the FADE control then press:

• to shift sound to the front

•

Tape/CD/CD changer (if equipped) select

• To begin tape play (with a tape

• To begin CD play (if CD(s) are

If equipped with a CD changer, press the CD control to toggle between single CD and CD changer play.

to shift sound to the left and to shift sound to the right.

SEL

BAL FADE

and

to shift sound to the rear.

loaded into the audio system) while in the radio or CD mode, press the TAPE control. Press the button during rewind or fast forward to stop the rewind or fast forward function.

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

SEL

TAPE CD

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Controls and features

Rewind

The rewind control works in tape and CD modes.

• In tape mode, radio play will continue until 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.

Fast forward

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.

• 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.

Tape direction select

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

REW

SIDE 1-2

Eject function

Press the control to stop and eject a tape and/or a CD.

Dolby noise reduction

Dolby noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback. Press the control to activate (and deactivate) the noise reduction.

Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol

are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

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Compression adjust

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.

Shuffle feature

Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature. Random order play will continue until the SHUFFLE control is pressed again.

Setting the clock

Press the clock/RDS control until SELECT HOUR is displayed and press:

COMP

SHUFFLE

AUTO

RDS

•

to decrease hours and to increase hours.

SEL

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Controls and features

To set the minute, press the clock/RDS control until SELECT MIN is displayed and press:

•

to decrease minutes and to increase minutes.

Radio Data System (RDS) feature

This feature allows your audio system to receive text information from RDS-equipped FM radio stations.

Press and hold the control for three seconds to turn the feature on or off. Press the control to scroll through the following selections:

AUTO

RDS

SEL

AUTO

RDS

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Controls and features

RDS traffic announcement

• Press the RDS control until TRAFFIC is displayed.

AUTO

RDS

• Use the SELECT control to select ON or OFF. With the feature ON, use the SEEK or SCAN control to find a radio station broadcasting a traffic report (if it is broadcasting RDS data).

RDS select program type

• Press the RDS control until FIND program type is displayed.

• Use the SEL control to select the program type. With the feature on, use the SEEK or AUTOSET or SCAN control to find the desired program type from the following selections:

SEL

AUTO

RDS

SEL

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• Classic

• Country

• Info

• Jazz/R&B

• Religious

• Rock

• Soft

• Top 40

RDS show

• With the RDS menu enabled, press the RDS control until SHOW is displayed.

Controls and features

AUTO

RDS

• Use the SEL control to select TYPE, NAME, TEXT or NONE. When your radio is turned to a RDS station, RDS station TYPE, station NAME, or TEXT message will be displayed along with the frequency. Press SEL in order to scroll through the text messages.

Mute mode

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

SEL

MUTE

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Controls and features

CD changer (if equipped)

The CD changer is located behind the driver’s seat in your vehicle. Slide the door to access the CD

changer magazine.

Press

to eject the magazine.

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.

DIGITAL AUDIO

COMPACT

6 5 4

6 COMPACT DISC MAGAZINE

3 2 1

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Controls and features

The magazine does not need to be full for the changer to operate.

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 a disc.

• The disc is inserted with the label surface downward.

• 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.

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CD and CD changer care

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

• Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended

periods of time.

• Do not insert more than one disc into each slot of 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 less.

• Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, high 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 pencil into the hole and turning the hub.

• Remove loose labels before inserting tapes.

• 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 Communications (CRTC) establish the frequencies AM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts. Allowable frequencies are:

• AM 530, 540–1600, 1610 kHz

• FM 87.9b, 88.1–107.7, 107.9 MHz

Not all frequencies are used in a given area.

Some radios may tune up to 1710 kHz.

Some radios may tune down to 87.7 MHz.

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Controls and features

Radio reception factors

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.

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.

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Controls and features

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL

• Push down to activate the left turn signal.

• Push up to activate the right turn signal.

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).

OFF

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

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

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To turn speed control off

• Press OFF or

• Turn off the vehicle ignition.

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).

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or faster than the set speed. This is normal.

Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above the set speed on a downhill. If your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed while driving on a downhill, you may want to shift to the next lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed.

If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. This is normal. Pressing RES/RSM/RESUME will re-engage it.

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

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Controls and features

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 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

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

RES

SET

ACCEL

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

COAST

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

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To disengage speed control

• Depress the brake pedal or

• Depress the clutch pedal

(if equipped)

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

Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed.

Controls and features

OFF

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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).

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)

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 to lock the steering wheel in position.

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

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HAZARD FLASHER

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

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.

HIGH BEAMS

Push forward to activate.

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FLASH TO PASS

Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate.

OVERDRIVE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) Activating overdrive

(Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy.

The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts to second, third and fourth gear.

Deactivating overdrive

Press the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) located on the end of the gearshift lever. The Transmission Control Indicator Light (TCIL) (the word OFF) will illuminate on the end of the gearshift lever.

The transmission will operate in gears one through three. To return to normal overdrive mode, press the Transmission Control Switch again. The TCIL (the word OFF) will no longer be illuminated.

When you shut off and re-start your vehicle, the transmission will automatically return to normal

(Overdrive) mode.

OVERDRIVE OFF

OVERDRIVE

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POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED)

Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows.

• Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close.

AUTO

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

AUTO

One touch down

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

AUTO

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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.

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.

WINDOW LOCK

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POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED)

The ignition must be in ACC or ON position to adjust the power side view mirrors.

To adjust your mirrors:

1. Select L to adjust the left mirror

or R to adjust the right mirror.

2. Move the control in the direction

you wish to tilt the mirror.

MIRRORS L R

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

Fold-away mirrors

Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash.

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CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include:

• utility compartment with cassette/CD holder

• coin holder

• pen holder

• writing surface

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key.

The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the OFF position.

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.

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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.

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.

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Replacing the battery

The 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

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.

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 control or

• 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.

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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.

Reprogramming transmitters

To reprogram all transmitters, place the key in the ignition and turn from OFF to ON eight times in a row (within 10 seconds). After doors lock/unlock, press any control on all transmitters (up to four). When completed, turn the ignition to OFF.

All transmitters must be reprogrammed at the same time.

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TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle is equipped with a tailgate lock designed to prevent theft of the tailgate.

• Insert ignition key and turn to the right to engage lock.

• Turn ignition key to the left to unlock.

Tailgate removal

Your tailgate is removable to allow more room for loading.

1. Lower the tailgate.

2. Use a screwdriver to pry the

spring clip (on each connector) past the head of the support screw. Disconnect cable.

3. Disconnect the other cable.

4. Lift tailgate to a 45 degree angle.

5. Lift right side off of its hinge.

6. Lift left side off of its hinge.

To install, follow the removal procedures in reverse order.

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SEATING Full bench seat (if equipped)

• Lift the release bar to move the seat forward or backward. Ensure that the seat is relatched into place.

• Pull up on the release lever to quickly fold the seatback forward.

60/40 split bench seat (if equipped)

• Lift the release bar to move the seat forward or backward. Ensure the seat is relatched into place.

• Pull the seatback handle up to recline the seat.

• Push down the release lever located on the back of the seat to quickly fold the seatback forward.

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Captain’s chair (if equipped)

• Lift the release bar to move the seat forward or rearward. Make sure that the seat is relatched into place.

• Pull the seatback handle up to recline the seat.

• Push the release lever down to quickly fold the seatback forward.

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 manual lumbar support

Turn the lumbar support control toward the front of vehicle to increase firmness.

Turn the lumbar support control toward the rear of vehicle to increase softness.

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Rear folding bench seat (if equipped)

Folding down the rear seats

All safety belts should be

properly stowed in the seat pockets before folding down the rear seat.

Make sure that no objects such as books, purses or briefcases are on the floor in front of the second row seats before folding them down.

1. Locate the strap on the rear of the lower seat cushion.

2. Lift the strap and rotate the lower seat cushion toward the front of the vehicle.

3. Locate the strap below the seatback.

4. Pull downward on the strap to release the seatback.

5. Rotate the seatback forward.

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Returning the seat to upright

Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor, whether the seat is

occupied or empty. If not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop.

1. Lift/rotate the seatback toward the rear of the vehicle and make sure it latches securely.

2. Lift/rotate the lower seat cushion to its seating position.

SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap

belt snug and low across the hips.

To prevent 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.

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 and rear seat passenger outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below:

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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 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.

On SuperCab models, the front seat belt system can also be made to lock manually by quickly pulling on the shoulder belt.

Rear seat belts (if equipped) cannot be made to lock up by pulling quickly on the belt.

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.

When to use the automatic locking mode

• When a tight lap/shoulder fit is desired.

• Anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or

outboard rear seating position (if equipped). Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this

chapter.

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How to use the automatic locking mode

• Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt.

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

• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.

How to disengage the automatic locking mode

Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode.

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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.

Lap belts

Adjusting the lap belt

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.

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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.

Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use.

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 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.

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Conditions of operation

If... Then...

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

The driver’s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding...

The driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...

Safety belt maintenance

Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks, wears or cuts, replacing if necessary. All safety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle assemblies (slide bar)(if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), child safety seat tether bracket assemblies (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.

The safety belt warning light illuminates for one to two minutes and the warning chime sounds for four to eight seconds.

The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off.

The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off.

Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt

assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision.

Refer to Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts in the Maintenance and care section.

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AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

100

120

140

DIESEL FUEL ONLY

MPH

PANEL

DIM

160

km/h

100

RPM x 1000

Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions

The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries.

Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trim covering the air bag module.

VOL - PUSH ON

FM1

STST

BASS TREB BAL FADE

SEEK

DOLBY B NRDOLBY B NR

SCAN

TUNE

TAPE CD

DISCS

REW FF SIDE 1-2 COMP

SHUFFLE

123456

OFF

A/C

MAX A/C

AUTO SET

provided.

module.

All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always

properly wear their safety belts even when air bag SRS is

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back

seat and always use appropriate child restraints.

NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm

(ten [10] inches) between an occupant’s chest and the air bag

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Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the airbag:

• Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably.

• Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees) from the upright position.

Do not put anything on or over the air bag module. Placing

objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury.

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Air Bag

Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.

Children and air bags

For additional important safety information, read all information on safety restraints in this guide.

Children must always be properly restrained. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision.

An infant in a rear-facing seat faces a high risk of serious or fatal

injuries from a deploying passenger air bag. Rear facing infant seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats, unless the passenger air bag is turned off. See Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch.

How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work?

The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains sufficient longitudinal deceleration.

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The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Air bags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts.

The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After air bag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (e.g., baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the air bag. Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes, but none of the residue is toxic.

While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries, it may also cause minor burns, abrasions, swelling or temporary hearing loss. Because air bags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force, there is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures, facial and eye injuries or internal injuries, particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of air bag deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the air bag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control.

Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not

touch them after inflation.

If the air bag is inflated, the air bag will not function again

and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision.

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The SRS consists of:

• driver and passenger (if equipped) air bag modules (which include the inflators and air bags),

• one or more impact and safing sensors,

• a readiness light and tone

• and the electrical wiring which connects the components.

The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system warning (including the impact sensors), the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors.

Determining if the system is operational

The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrumentation chapter. Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required.

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:

• The readiness light will either flash or stay lit.

• The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on.

• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired.

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision.

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Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles

For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your local dealership or qualified technician. Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel.

Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch (if equipped)

An air bag ON/OFF switch

has been installed in this vehicle. Before driving, always look at the face of the switch to be sure the switch is in the proper position in accordance with these

PASSENGER AIRBAG

OFF

instructions and warnings. Failure to put the switch in a proper position can increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision.

Turning the passenger air bag off

1. Insert the ignition key, turn the switch to OFF and remove the key.

2. When the ignition is turned to the ON position the OFF light illuminates briefly, momentarily shuts off and then turns back on.

PASSENGER AIRBAG

OFF

This indicates that the passenger air bag is deactivated.

If the light fails to illuminate when the passenger air bag switch

is in the OFF position and the ignition switch is in ON, have the passenger air bag switch serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately.

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In order to avoid inadvertent deployment of the passenger air

bag, always remove the ignition key from the passenger air bag ON/OFF switch.

Turning the passenger air bag back on

The passenger air bag remains OFF until you turn it back ON.

1. Insert the ignition key and turn the switch to ON.

2. The OFF light will briefly illuminate when the ignition is turned to On. This indicates that the passenger air bag is operational.

If the light is illuminated when the passenger air bag switch is in

the ON position and the ignition switch is in ON, have the passenger air bag switch serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately.

The passenger side air bag should always be ON (the air bag OFF light should not be illuminated) unless the passenger is a person who meets the requirements stated either in Category 1, 2 or 3 of the NHTSA/Transport Canada deactivation criteria which follows.

PASSENGER AIRBAG

OFF

The safety belts for the driver and right front passenger seating

positions have been specifically designed to function together with the air bags in certain types of crashes. When you turn OFF your air bag, you not only lose the protection of the air bag, you also may reduce the effectiveness of your safety belt system, which was designed to work with the air bag. If you are not a person who meets the requirements stated in the NHTSA/Transport Canada deactivation criteria turning OFF the air bag can increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision.

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Always transport children who are 12 and younger in the rear

seat. Always use safety belts and child restraints properly. If a child in a rear facing infant seat must be transported in front, the passenger air bag must be turned OFF. This is because the back of the infant seat is too close to the inflating air bag and the risk of a fatal injury to the infant when the air bag inflates is substantial.

The vast majority of drivers and passengers are much safer with an air bag than without. To do their job and reduce the risk of life threatening injuries, air bags must open with great force, and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk in some situations, particularly when a front seat occupant is not properly buckled up. The most effective way to reduce the risk of unnecessary air bag injuries without reducing the overall safety of the vehicle is to make sure all occupants are properly restrained in the vehicle, especially in the front seat. This provides the protection of safety belts and permits the air bags to provide the additional protection they were designed to provide. If you choose to deactivate your air bag, you are losing the very significant risk reducing benefits of the air bag and you are also reducing the effectiveness of the safety belts, because safety belts in modern vehicles are designed to work as a safety system with the air bags.

Read all air bag Warning labels in the vehicle as well as the other important air bag instructions and Warnings in this Owner’s Guide.

NHTSA deactivation criteria (excluding Canada)

1. Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seat because:

• the vehicle has no rear seat;

• the vehicle has a rear seat too small to accommodate a rear-facing

infant seat; or

• the infant has a medical condition which, according to the infant’s physician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front so that the driver can constantly monitor the child’s condition.

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