Ford F650 750 2003 Owner's Manual

Table of contents

Introduction 4

Instrumentation 9

Warning and control lights 9
Gauges 15

Entertainment Systems 20

AM/FM stereo 20
AM/FM stereo cassette 20
AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 32
AM/FM stereo with CD 40

Climate Controls 56

Heater only 56
Manual heating and air conditioning 57

Lights 61

Headlamps 61
Turn signal control 63

Driver Controls 68

Windshield wiper/washer control 68
Steering wheel adjustment 69
Power windows 74
Mirrors 75
Speed control 76

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Locks and Security 82

Keys 82
Locks 82
Anti-theft system 82

Seating and Safety Restraints 86

Seating 86
Safety restraints 92
Child restraints 101

Driving 109

Starting 109
Brakes 113
Transmission operation 132
Vehicle loading 149

Roadside Emergencies 150

Hazard flasher switch 150
Fuses and relays 151
Jump starting 162

Customer Assistance 166

The dispute settlement board 168
Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada 171
Ordering additional owner’s literature 172
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 173

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Cleaning 174

Underbody preservation 177

Maintenance and Specifications 178

Accessories 224

General Maintenance Information 225

Index 243

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Copyright © 2002 Ford Motor Company

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Introduction

The following warning may be required by California law:

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and

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

CONGRATULATIONS

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

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

• In the United States: www.ford.com

• In Canada: www.ford.ca

• In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx

• In Australia: www.ford.com.au

Additional owner information is given in separate publications.

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

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

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

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

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Introduction

Warning symbols on your vehicle

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

Protecting the environment

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

SPECIAL NOTICES

Emission warranty

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

Special instructions

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

By operating other electronic equipment (e.g. mobile telephone

without exterior aerial) electromagnetic fields can occur which
can cause malfunctions of the vehicle electronics. Therefore you should
observe the instructions of the equipment manufacturers

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Introduction

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

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front

Air Bag-Side Child Seat

Child Seat Installation
Warning

Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System

Brake Fluid ­Non-Petroleum Based

AdvanceTrac Master Lighting Switch

Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front

Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Tether
Anchorage

Traction Control

Windshield Wash/Wipe

Rear Window
Defrost/Demist

Power Window Lockout

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Windshield
Defrost/Demist

Power Windows
Front/Rear

Child Safety Door
Lock/Unlock

Interior Luggage
Compartment Release

Panic Alarm

Symbol

Engine Oil Engine Coolant

Introduction

Engine Coolant
Temperature

Battery

Do Not Open When Hot

Avoid Smoking, Flames,
or Sparks

Battery Acid Explosive Gas

Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid
Level

Engine Air Filter

MAX

MIN

Emission System

Passenger Compartment
Air Filter

Jack Check fuel cap

Low tire warning

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Introduction

FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION REGULATION

Regulations such as those issued by the Federal Highway Administration
or issued pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA),
and/or state and local laws and regulations may require additional
equipment for the way you intend to use the vehicle. It is the
responsibility of the registered owner to determine the applicability of
such laws and regulations to your intended use for the vehicle, and to
arrange for the installation of required equipment. Your Ford dealer has
information about the availability of equipment which may be ordered for
your vehicle.

ENTERING, EXITING AND/OR CLIMBING ON THIS VEHICLE

You must be careful and deliberate to minimize the possibility of personal
injury from a slip and fall when entering, exiting and/or climbing on this
vehicle. Always use the steps and assist handles before climbing. Do not
skip any steps or assist handles. Use three point contact at all times with
at least two feet and one hand or two hands and one foot firmly placed
during all phases of entering, exiting and/or climbing. Always keep your
shoe soles and hands clean. Keep the steps and assist handles free of
snow, ice, oil, grease, substances or debris. Be sure to use extra care in
bad weather. Avoid wearing thick gloves. Always perform trailer hook-up
while standing on the ground.

Do not carry items while entering, exiting, and/or climbing. Make

sure you keep a firm grip. Always FACE the VEHICLE STEP and
HANDLE SYSTEM while climbing up and down. Do not climb behind
the cab unless you have three point contact with a step and handle
system at all times.

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Instrumentation

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

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

the respective system inspected immediately.

Service engine soon

Illuminates briefly to ensure the
system is functional. 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.

Light turns on solid:

Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to
illuminate. Examples are:

1. The vehicle has run out of fuel.

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 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.

SERVICE

ENGINE

SOON

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Instrumentation

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures

could damage the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other
vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

Engine protect warning (Cummins engine only)

Illuminates when there is a fault in
the electronic subsystem but the
vehicle can be driven, and indicates
one of the following conditions:

• low oil pressure

• low coolant level

• high coolant temperature

• high intake manifold temperature

Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual.

Stop engine (if equipped)

This light is used in conjunction
with the electronic engine control.

Refer to the Engine Operator’s
Manual for specific information regarding this feature.

If the engine shuts down, it can be restarted and operated for 30
seconds at a time or until the problem is corrected. Refer to Engine
shutdown system in the Driving chapter.

Drivers of electronically controlled engines should know the
extent of warning engine shutdown system before operating the
vehicle. This information can be obtained from your dealer.

ENGINE

PROTECT

STOP

ENGINE

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Instrumentation

Brake reserve system warning (if equipped)

Illuminates to indicate normal
Hydromax booster reserve system
activation when the engine is OFF
and the service brake pedal is
applied, or when the ignition is in
the ON or START position.

This light may also illuminate momentarily if the engine is running and
the driver turns the steering wheel fully in one direction while braking.

If the light remains on while the engine is running, this indicates
inadequate hydraulic booster pressure or reserve pump system failure.
Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible and seek service immediately.

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.

If equipped with a hydraulic brake system and the warning lamp remains
illuminated after engine start up, this indicates a brake system
malfunction. Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible and seek service
immediately.

If equipped with an air brake system, the warning light stays on until the
air pressure builds up to 414 kPa (60 psi). If the air pressure drops
below 414 kPa (60 psi) during operation, the remaining brake system is
still operational but the stopping distance will be greater.

BRAKE

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 after the vehicle is
started, 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.

ABS

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Instrumentation

Trailer ABS brake system (if equipped)

Illuminates briefly when the engine
is powered-up and only when a PLC
trailer or a PLC diagnostic tool is
connected. If the light remains on
after the vehicle is started,
continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the system serviced
immediately.

Parking brake warning (Hydraulic brakes only)

Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the ON position
and the engine is off. Also
illuminates when the parking brake
is engaged. If the brake warning
lamp does not illuminate at these
times, seek service immediately.

Safety belt

Illuminates to remind you to fasten
your safety belts. For more
information, refer to the Seating
and safety restraints chapter.

BRAKE

P

Check trans (Allison automatic transmission)

The lamp will illuminate for several
seconds after the ignition is turned
to the ON position. Illumination of
this light indicates that a problem
has been detected and shifting may be restricted. Depending upon the
severity of the problem, the read-out digit on the shifter display may be
blank. Operation may continue in order to reach service assistance. The
ECU may not respond to shift selector requests, since operating
limitations are being placed on the transmission, i.e. upshifts and
downshifts may be restricted. Direction changes will not occur.

Refer to the Transmission Operator’s Manual for more information.

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CHECK
TRANS

Instrumentation

Range inhibit

Illuminates when the transmission is
not engaged in the selected gear.
The warning light will go off when
the gearshift lever is adjusted in to
the appropriate gear.

Refer to the Transmission Operator’s Manual for more information.

Charging system (if equipped)

Illuminates when the ignition is
turned to the ON position and the
engine is off, or an over voltage
condition requiring electrical system service.

Wait to start

Indicates the air intake heater is in
operation and special starting
procedures are required. Refer to
the Driving chapter.

If equipped with an air intake heater, DO NOT use ether or any

other starting fluids. The use of starting fluids (ether) in an
engine equipped with an air intake heater could result in damage
and/or personal injury.

RANGE

INHIBIT

WAIT

TO

START

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Instrumentation

Water in fuel (if equipped)

During refueling it is possible for
water-contaminated diesel fuel to be
pumped into your fuel tank. Your
vehicle fuel system is equipped with
a fuel filter/water separator to
remove water from the fuel. The indicator light illuminates when the fuel
filter/water separator has a significant quantity of water, or when the
ignition key is switched to the START position. If the light illuminates
when the engine is running, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible,
shut off the engine and drain the filter bowl. Allowing water to stay in
the system could result in extensive damage to, or failure of, the fuel
injection system.

To drain the fuel filter/water separator (refer to Maintenance and
Specifications chapter for procedure). Rotate the valve at the bottom of
the filter assembly allowing water to drain from the system. Close the
valve upon completion.

Do not drain water separator while engine is running. Fuel may

ignite if separator is drained while engine is running or vehicle is
moving.

WATER

IN

FUEL

Air clean warning (if equipped)

Illuminates when the air system is
restricted (dirty, clogged).

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 Lights chapter.

High beams

Illuminates when the high beam
headlamps are turned on.

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AIR

CLEAN

Instrumentation

Safety belt warning chime

Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts.

BeltMinder姟 chime

Sounds intermittently to remind you to fasten your safety belts.

Headlamps on warning chime

Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the key is removed
from the ignition and the driver’s door is opened.

Key-in-ignition warning chime

Sounds when the key is left in the ignition and the driver’s door is
opened.

Parking brake warning chime — F650 SuperCrewzer

Sounds when the parking brake knob is pulled and the parking brake is
not functioning properly.

For information on the parking brake warning chime, refer to the

Parking brake (SuperCrewzer and Allison automatic transmission
with Park in Park) in the Hydraulic brakes section in the Driving

chapter.

GAUGES

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Instrumentation

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
specifications chapter.

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is

running or hot. Steam and scalding liquid from a hot cooling
system can burn you badly.

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.

Engine oil pressure gauge

Indicates engine oil pressure. At
normal operating temperature, the
needle will be in the normal range
(the area between the “L” and “H”);
if the needle goes below the normal
range, 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 specifications chapter). If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle

checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician.

C

L

H

H

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Instrumentation

Air pressure gauge and warning buzzer (if equipped)

Indicates the amount of air pressure
in the brake system (green=primary,
red=secondary) in pounds per
square inch. When the pressure is
too low for normal brake operation
(less than 414 kPa [60 psi]) and the

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ignition is turned to ON:

• a warning buzzer sounds

• the warning light illuminates

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PRESSURE

All vehicles have a dual-pointer air
pressure gauge to indicate the pressure in both brake circuits.

Vehicles equipped with rear air suspension also have a dual-pointer air
pressure gauge.

Do not drive the vehicle when the low air pressure buzzer is

sounding or the warning light is lit. These warnings indicate
there is not enough air pressure for the brake or suspension system to
operate properly.

Battery voltage gauge

Indicates battery voltage. If the
pointer moves and stays outside the
normal operating range, have the
vehicle’s electrical system checked
as soon as possible.

PSI

AIR

9060

120

150

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8

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Instrumentation

Fuel gauge

Displays approximately how much
fuel is in the fuel tank. The fuel
gauge may vary slightly when the
vehicle is in motion or on a grade.

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.

The FUEL DOOR icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the
fuel filler door is located.

Speedometer

Indicates the current vehicle speed.

Odometer

Registers the total kilometers
(miles) of the vehicle.

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Trip odometer

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

Tachometer

Indicates the engine speed in
revolutions per minute.

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

Instrumentation

0

1

2

DIESEL FUEL ONLY

RPM

1000

X

3

4

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Entertainment Systems

AM/FM STEREO (WITH 2 SPEAKERS)

VOL

PUSH

ON

TONE

CLK

1 2 3 4 AM/FM

AM/FM STEREO (WITH 4 SPEAKERS AND FADE CAPABILITY)

VOL

PUSH

ON

TONE

CLK

TONE VOL

TONE VOL

ST DX

ST DX

FM

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FM

12

SEEK

TUNE

SEEK

TUNE

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AM / FM STEREO

1 2 3 4 AM/FM

Entertainment Systems

Volume/power control

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

Turn the 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.

Bass adjust

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

TONE

Press the TONE control once, then
use the volume knob to adjust the

CLK

desired level.

VOL

PUSH

ON

VOL

PUSH

ON

VOL

PUSH

ON

Treble adjust

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

Press the TONE control twice, then
use the volume knob to adjust the
desired level.

TONE

CLK

VOL

PUSH

ON

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Entertainment Systems

Speaker balance adjust

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

Press the TONE control three times,
then use the volume knob to adjust
the desired level.

Speaker fade adjust (if equipped)

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

Press the TONE control four times,
then use the volume knob to adjust
the desired level.

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

to find the next
listenable station up the frequency band.

TONE

CLK

TONE

CLK

SEEK

TUNE

VOL

PUSH

ON

VOL

PUSH

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.

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Entertainment Systems

Radio station memory preset

1 2 3 4

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.

1 2 3 4

Setting the clock

Press CLK to toggle between
listening frequencies and clock
mode.

To set the hour, press and hold the
CLK control until CLOCK SET
appears in the display and press the
SEEK control:

TONE

CLK

•

•

to decrease hours and

to increase hours.

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Entertainment Systems

To set the minute, press and hold
the CLK control until CLOCK SET
appears in the display and press the
TUNE control:

TONE

CLK

•

• to increase minutes.

The CLK control 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. Any
time 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.

Tune adjust

The tune control works in radio mode.

Tune adjust in radio mode

• Press

• Press

to decrease minutes and

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.

to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not
a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement.

SEEK

TUNE

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AM/FM STEREO CASSETTE

VOL - PUSH ON

AM

BASS TREB BAL FADE

FM

Entertainment Systems

FM1

ST

CLK

TAPE

AMS

SEEK

TUNE

SCAN

EJ

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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.

SIDE
REW FF

VOL - PUSH ON

VOL - PUSH ON

1 - 2

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.

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Entertainment Systems

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

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BAL

Entertainment Systems

Speaker fade adjust

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

Seek function

The seek function control works in radio mode.

Seek function in radio mode

• Press
listenable station down the
frequency band.

• Press
listenable station up the
frequency band.

Scan function

The scan function works in radio
mode.

to find the next

to find the next

FADE

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 SCAN control again to stop the scan
mode.

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Entertainment Systems

AM/FM select

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

AM

FM

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.

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.

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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 the SEEK
control:

Entertainment Systems

CLK

TAPE

AMS

•

•

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

to decrease hours and

to increase hours.

SEEK

TUNE

CLK

TAPE

AMS

•

•

The CLK control 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 10 seconds,
when the radio is turned on, and then revert to clock information. Any
time that the media is changed, (new radio station, etc.), the media
information will again display for 10 seconds before reverting back to the
clock. In media mode, the media information will always be displayed.

Tune adjust

The tune control works in radio mode.

to decrease minutes and

to increase minutes.

SEEK

TUNE

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Entertainment Systems

Tune adjust in radio mode

• Press
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.

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 four seconds duration between programs.

to move to the next

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

CLK

TAPE

AMS

CLK

TAPE

AMS

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Entertainment Systems

Rewind

The rewind control works in tape
mode.

To rewind in tape mode, press the
REW control.

Fast forward

The fast forward control works in
tape mode.

To fast forward in tape mode, press
the FF control.

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

Tape direction select

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

Eject function

Press the control to stop and eject a
tape.

SIDE

1 - 2

REW FF

SIDE

1 - 2

REW FF

SIDE

1 - 2

REW FF

EJ

Dolby姞 noise reduction

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

Press the
reduction.

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

control to activate (and deactivate) Dolby威 noise

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Entertainment Systems

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD

VOL PUSH ON

FM 1
AMC

BL RF

AM FM

SEEK

TUNE

REW FF

DOLBY B NR

SCAN

BASS TREB SEL BAL

SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE

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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.

Turn control to raise or lower
volume.

DISC

ST

TAPE

EJ CD

VOL - PUSH ON

VOL - PUSH ON

FADE

EJ

MUTE

AUTO

CLK

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.

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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:

•

•

Treble adjust

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

Press the TREB control then press:

•

•

Speaker balance adjust

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

Press the BAL control then press:

•

•

to decrease the bass output

and

to increase the bass output.

to decrease the treble output

and

to increase the treble output.

to shift sound to the left and

to shift sound to the right.

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BASS TREB

BASS TREB

BAL FADE

Speaker fade adjust

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

Press the FADE control then press:

•

•

Seek function

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

to shift the sound to the

front and

to shift the sound to the rear.

BAL FADE

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Seek function in radio mode

• Press
listenable station down the
frequency band.

to find the next

• Press

Seek function in tape mode

• Press

• Press

Seek function in CD mode

• Press
track of the disc.

• 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

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.

to find the next listenable station up the frequency band.

to listen to the previous selection on the tape.

to listen to the next selection on the tape.

to seek to the previous

to seek forward to the

SCAN

Scan function in CD mode

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.

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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.

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,

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

AM FM

AM FM

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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Starting autoset memory preset

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

2. Press the 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 as your original
presets.

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

Setting the clock

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

AUTO

CLK

AUTO

•

• to increase hours.

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

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to decrease hours and

CLK

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CLK

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• to decrease minutes and

•

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

The CLK control 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 10
seconds, when the radio is turned
on, and then revert to clock
information. Any time that the
media is changed, (new radio station, etc.), the media information will
again display for 10 seconds before reverting back to the clock. In media
mode, the media information will always be displayed.

Tune adjust

The tune control works in radio mode.

Tune adjust in radio mode

• Press

• Press

to increase minutes.

AUTO

CLK

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.

to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not
a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement.

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.

TAPE CD

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• To begin CD play (if CD is
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.

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.

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 FF control fast forwards the CD within the
current track.

TAPE CD

REW

1

FF

2

Tape direction select

Press to play the alternate side of
the tape.

Eject function

Press the EJ control to stop and
eject a tape.

Press the EJ control to stop and
eject a CD.

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3

EJ

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Dolby姞 noise reduction

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

Press the
reduction.

Dolby威 noise reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby威
Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolby威” and the double-D
symbol
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 in random
order.

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

control to activate (and deactivate) the Dolby威 noise

are registered trademarks of Dolby威 Laboratories Licensing

4

COMP

5

SHUFFLE

6

Mute mode

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

EJ

MUTE

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AUDIOPHILE AM/FM STEREO IN DASH SIX CD RADIO

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO IN DASH SIX CD RADIO

SHUF COMP

SCAN

LOAD

PUSH ON

AM

CD

FM

DISC

TUNE

SEEK REW FF

1 2 3 4 5 6

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BALBASS

SEL

FADETREB

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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.

PUSH ON

If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off,
the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the
ignition switch is turned back on.

Bass adjust

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

Press the BASS control. Use the
SEL control to increase or decrease
the amount of bass.

Treble adjust

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

Press the TREB control. Use the
SEL control to increase or decrease
the amount of treble.

BASS

TREB

BASS

TREB

+

+

SEL

SEL

Speaker balance adjust

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

Press the BAL control. Use the SEL
control to adjust the sound between
the left and right speakers.

BAL

FADE

+

SEL

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Speaker fade adjust

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

Press the FADE control. Use the
SEL control to adjust the sound
between the front and rear speakers.

Seek function

The seek function works in radio or CD mode.

Seek function in radio mode

• Press

to find the next
listenable station down the
frequency band. SEEK DOWN
will display.

• Press

to find the next listenable station up the frequency band.
SEEK UP will display.

Seek function in CD mode

• Press

to seek to the previous
track of the current disc. If the
beginning of the disc is reached,
the CD player seeks to the

beginning of the last track on the current disc and begins playing.

• Press

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

Scan function

The scan function works in radio or
CD mode.

BAL

FADE

+

SEL

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.

Scan function in CD mode

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.

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AM/FM select

The AM/FM select control works in
radio 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 CD mode

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

Radio station memory preset

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

Setting memory preset stations

1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control. Press the
AM/FM control to toggle between AM, FM1, or FM2.

2. Press the SEEK control to access the next listenable station up or
down the frequency band. Press the TUNE control to go up or down the
listening band in individual increments.

3. Select a station. Refer to Seek function for more information on
selecting a station.

4. Press and hold a memory preset control. The playing media will mute
momentarily. When the sound returns, the station is held in memory on
the control you selected. The display will read SAVED.

AM
FM

CD

Autostore

Autostore allows you to set the strongest local 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.

Starting autostore

1. Press and momentarily hold the AM/FM control.

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2. AUTOSET will flash in the display
as the frequency band is scrolled

AM
FM

CD

through.

3. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in
memory preset control 1 will start playing.

If there are fewer 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 AM/FM control again.

Setting the clock

Press the MENU control until
SELECT HOUR or SELECT
MINUTE is displayed. (The menu
mode must be engaged to enable
clock mode).

Use the SEL control to manually set
the time.

• Press

to increase

SEL

hours/minutes.

• Press

to decrease
hours/minutes.

Press the MENU control again to disengage the clock mode.

Tune/disc adjust

The tune control works in radio or CD mode.

Tune adjust in radio mode

• Press
frequency down the band

to move to the next

DISC

TUNE

(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.

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Disc adjust for CD mode

• Press
disc. (Play will begin on the first
track of the disc unless shuffle
mode is engaged.) Refer to Shuffle feature for more information. Hold
the control to continue reversing through the discs.

• Press
through the remaining discs.

CD select

CD mode may be entered by
pressing the CD control and the
LOAD control. Load the CD into the
audio system. The first track of the
disc will begin playing. After that, CD play will begin where it stopped
last.

If an alternative CD is desired, press the corresponding preset control
(1–6) of a loaded CD, or press the TUNE control to access the other
loaded CDs.

NO CD will display if the CD control is activated when there is not a CD
present in the audio system.

NO CD will illuminate in the display if the CD control and a present
number (that is currently empty) are pressed. The system will play the
next available disc.

If your vehicle is equipped with a CD changer, pressing the CD control
again will allow you to toggle between accessing the multi disc system
and the CD changer. The display will read CD or CDDJ.

to select the previous

DISC

TUNE

to select the next disc. Hold the control to fast-forward

AM

CD

FM

Display description

Six circles are always lit in the digital display. These signify the six CD
slots in the audio system. When a disc is loaded into a particular slot
(1–6), the number inside that specific circle lights. If the circle is empty,
there is no CD in that particular slot.

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Rewind

The rewind control works in CD
modes.

Press and hold the REW control
until the desired selection is reached. If the beginning of the disc is
reached, the CD will begin play at the first track. Release the control to
disengage rewind mode.

When in rewind mode, your audio system will automatically lower the
volume level of the playing media.

Fast forward

The fast forward control works in
CD modes.

Press and hold the FF control until
the desired selection is reached. If the end of the disc is reached, the CD
will return to the first track. Release the control to disengage fast
forward mode.

When in fast forward mode, your audio system will automatically lower
the volume level of the playing media.

Load

The load feature allows you to load
single CDs into the player internal
to the radio.

This six disc CD player is equipped with a CD door. Compact
discs should only be inserted into the player after the door has
been opened by the player. Do not attempt to force the door
open. Compact discs should only be loaded by pressing the LOAD
control.

Press the LOAD control. (You can choose which slot will be loaded by
pressing the desired preset number. If you do not choose a slot, the
system will choose the next available one.) Wait until the CD door opens.
Load the CD into the player. LOADING CD# is displayed. When the CD
has been loaded, the door will close and the CD will begin to play. For
example, to load a CD into slot 2, press the LOAD control and then press
preset 2.

REW FF

REW FF

LOAD

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Auto load

This feature allows you to autoload
up to 6 discs into the multi disc CD
player internal to the radio.

Press and hold the LOAD control until AUTOLOAD # is displayed. The
CD door will open. Load the desired discs, one at a time. The CD is
loaded into position and the audio system will display CD#. Each time
the CD door opens, INSERT CD# is displayed. The door will close and
the player will move to the next slot after each disc has been loaded.
The process is repeated until all 6 slots are full. The audio system plays
the last CD loaded and the display is updated. If some slots are already
full and autoload is activated, the system will fill all empty slots.

Eject

Press the EJ control to stop and
eject a CD. You can choose which
CD will be ejected by pressing the
EJ control and the desired preset
number (1–6). For example, to eject CD 2, press the EJ control and then
press the preset 2 control. If you do not choose a specific CD, the player
will eject the current CD.

If a CD is ejected and not removed from the door of the CD player, the
player will automatically reload the CD. This feature may be used when
the ignition is ON or OFF.

Auto eject

Press and momentarily hold the EJ
control to engage auto eject. All CDs
which are present in the player will
be ejected one at a time. If a CD is
ejected and not removed from the door of the CD player, the player will
automatically reload the CD. This feature may be used when the ignition
is ON or OFF.

Shuffle feature

Press the SHUF control until the
desired shuffle mode is displayed.
The audio system will then engage
the desired shuffle mode.

When engaged, the shuffle feature has two different modes: SHUFFLE
DISC and SHUFFLE TRK.

SHUFFLE DISC randomly plays tracks from all the discs presently in the
audio system.

SHUFFLE TRK plays all the tracks on the current disc in random order.

LOAD

EJ

EJ

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Compression feature (if equipped)

The compression feature operates in
CD mode and brings soft and loud
CD passages together for a more
consistent listening level.

On Audiophile audios, press the MENU control until compression status
is displayed. Press the SEL control to enable the compression feature
when COMP OFF is displayed. Press the SEL control again to disable the
feature when COMP ON is displayed.

On Premium audios, press the
COMP control until COMP ON is
displayed.

Menu mode

The MENU control allows you to
access many different features
within your audio system. There are
three sets of menus available
depending upon which mode or feature is activated.

While in FM mode, two menus are available. If RDS is turned OFF, you
can access the following:

• SELECT HOURS — Refer to Setting the clock.

• SELECT MINUTES — Refer to Setting the clock.

• RDS OFF — Refer to Radio data system feature.

If RDS is turned ON, you can access the following:

• TRAFFIC ON/OFF-Refer to Traffic announcements.

• FIND type-Refer to Program type.

• SHOW (NAME, TYPE, NONE)- Refer to Radio data system feature.

• RDS ON— Refer to Radio data system feature.

• SELECT HOURS — Refer to Setting the clock.

• SELECT MINUTES —Refer to Setting the clock.

When in CD mode, you can access: SELECT HOURS, SELECT MINUTES
or COMP ON/OFF.

SELECT HOURS, SELECT MINUTES— Allows you to adjust the hours
and minutes. Refer to Setting the clock.

MENU

+

SEL

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TRAFFIC ON/OFF— Traffic announcements can be programmed as local
or distant. Refer to Traffic announcements.

RDS ON/OFF— This feature allows your audio system to receive text
information from RDS-equipped FM radio stations. Refer to Radio Data

System feature.

FIND type — Allows you to select your desired FM program type and
search for that selection.

SHOW — Allows you to select from NAME (displays the name of the
radio station), TYPE (displays the RDS program type: rock, jazz, etc.), or
NONE (deactivates the RDS display).

Traffic announcements

This feature allows you to hear
traffic announcements. When in this
mode, traffic announcements will
interrupt radio and CD play.

When in FM mode and RDS is
activated, press the MENU until TRAFFIC OFF displays. Press the SEL
control to engage the feature. The display will read TRAFFIC ON.

This feature also allows you to control the volume of traffic
announcements. With the display reading TRAFFIC ON, adjust the
volume using the volume control to the desired level. The volume level
will show at the bottom of the display. Interrupting traffic
announcements will be at the selected volume level.

To disengage the feature, press the MENU control until TRAFFIC ON
displays. Press the SEL control. The display will read TRAFFIC OFF.

RDS traffic seek feature

When in traffic mode, you can use the SEEK feature to seek up or down
the listenable traffic capable frequencies.

With the RDS activated, press MENU until TRAFFIC ON is displayed.
Press and hold the SEEK control until the desired selection is reached.
The feature disengages when the control is released.

RDS traffic scan feature

When in traffic mode, you can use the SCAN feature to scan up the
frequency band for listenable traffic capable frequencies.

With the RDS activated, press the MENU control until TRAFFIC ON is
displayed. Press the SCAN control. SCAN TRAFFIC will display. The

MENU

+

SEL

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audio system will scan to all traffic capable frequencies. If no valid
stations are found after one pass, the scan function is cancelled and NOT
FOUND displays.

Traffic announcements are not available in most U.S. markets.

Radio data system (RDS) feature

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

To activate RDS:

• When in FM mode, press the MENU control until RDS OFF displays.

• Press the SEL control to engage this feature (RDS ON).

RDS features:

Once the RDS feature is on, press the MENU control to scroll through
the following selections:

Traffic announcements

This feature allows you to hear traffic announcements while in CD mode.
These announcements are broadcast by traffic capable RDS stations.

When in this mode, traffic announcements will interrupt radio and CD
play.

• Press the MENU control until TRAFFIC is displayed.

• Press the SEL control to engage the feature. The display will read

TRAFFIC ON.

This feature also allows you to control the volume of traffic
announcements. With the display reading TRAFFIC ON, adjust the
volume using the volume control to the desired level. The volume level
will show at the bottom of the display. Interrupting traffic
announcements will be at the selected volume level.

To disengage the feature, press the MENU control until TRAFFIC ON
displays. Press the SEL control. The display will read TRAFFIC OFF.

Traffic announcements are not available in most U.S. markets.

MENU

+

SEL

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Program type

This feature allows you to search for RDS stations selectively by their
program type.

Press the MENU control until FIND
program type is displayed.

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

• Classic

• Country

• Info

• Jazz

• Oldies

• R&B

• Religious

• Rock

• Soft

• To p 40

Show

This feature allows you to select the
type of RDS broadcast information
the radio will regularly show in the
display.

MENU

MENU

+

+

SEL

SEL

With RDS activated, press the
MENU control until SHOW is
displayed.

MENU

+

SEL

Use the SEL control to select TYPE
(displays the RDS program type:
rock, jazz, etc), NAME (displays the name of the radio station) or NONE
(deactivates the RDS display).

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Digital signal processing (if equipped)

The digital signal processing (DSP) feature allows you to change the
signal mode to suit your listening tastes.

Press the DSP control to access one
of the following modes:

• DSP OFF

• SIGNAL MODE

• OCCUPANCY MODE

Use the SEL control to select the

desired signal mode (the selected
mode will appear in the display). The following signal modes can be
selected:

• DSP OFF—disengages the feature

• NEWS—”voice-only” type of sound with a limited audio band

• JAZZ CLUB—jazz club with clearly reflected sounds

• HALL—rectangular concert hall capacity of about 2 000

• CHURCH—church with a high vault

• STADIUM—outdoor stadium with a capacity of about 30 000

Press the DSP control again to access the occupancy modes. Use the
SEL control to optimize the sound based upon the occupants in the
vehicle. The following occupancy modes can be selected:

• ALL SEATS

• DRIVER SEAT

• REAR SEATS

DSP

+

SEL

SEL

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Phone mode

This feature allows you to control
the factory-installed cellular phone
(if equipped) through the radio
controls.

• Press the phone/mute control to enter phone mode. The playing media
will mute.

• Use SEEK, TUNE or radio presets 1 through 6 to select a phone
number previously programmed in the phone.

• Press the phone/mute control again to send and end calls.

This control will mute the playing media even if your vehicle is not
equipped with a factory-installed cellular phone.

Press the control again to return to the playing media.

TROUBLESHOOTING THE CD PLAYER (IF EQUIPPED)

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 player does not work:

• The disc is inserted with the label surface downward.

• The disc is dusty or defective.

• A disc with format and dimensions not within industry standards is

inserted.

For best possible sound quality, use CDs that are clean and in
good condition.

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.

CD AND CD PLAYER CARE

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

• Do not insert more than one disc at a time.

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

periods of time.

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• After playing, store the disc in its case.

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

CLEANING CASSETTE PLAYER (IF EQUIPPED)

Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after 10 to
12 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 Commission(CRTC) establish the frequencies
AM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts. Allowable frequencies
are:

AM 530, 540–1600, 1610 kHz

FM 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz

Not all frequencies are used in a given area.

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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.

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Climate Controls

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Fan speed control

Controls the volume of air circulated
in the vehicle.

Temperature control knob

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

Mode selector control

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

OFF

OFF

•

(Panel) – Distributes outside air through the instrument panel

registers.

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

•

(Panel and floor) – Distributes outside air through the

instrument panel registers and the floor ducts.

•

•

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

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

ducts and the windshield defroster ducts.

•

(Defrost) – Distributes outside air through the windshield

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

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Climate Controls

Operating tips

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)

OFF

A/C

MAX
A/C

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Climate Controls

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.

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

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

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

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

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

•

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

OFF

A/C

MAX

A/C

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Climate Controls

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

•

•

•

•

(Panel and floor) – Distributes outside air through the
instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Heating and air
conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For added
customer comfort, when the temperature control knob is anywhere in
between the full hot and full cold positions, the air distributed through
the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the
instrument panel registers.

(Floor) – Distributes 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 6°C (43°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 6°C (43°F) or higher, the air conditioner
will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.

Operating tips

• In humid weather conditions, place the climate control system in
Defrost mode before driving. This will reduce fogging on your
windshield. Once the windshield has been cleared, operate the climate
control system as desired.

• To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in cold weather
conditions, don’t drive with the climate control system in the OFF or
MAX A/C position.

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

• Under normal weather conditions, your vehicle’s climate control
system should be left in any position other than the 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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Climate Controls

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

• If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during warm
weather conditions, the air conditioner will perform more efficiently in
cooling the vehicle if driven for two or three minutes with the
windows open. This will force most of the hot, stale air out of the
vehicle. Once the vehicle has been “aired out”, operate the climate
control system as desired.

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

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

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

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather conditions:

1. Select the position that distributes air through the Panel and Floor.

2. Set the temperature control to full heat.

3. Set the fan speed to full fan.

4. Direct the outer panel vents towards the side windows.

5. To increase airflow to the outer panel vents, close the central panel

vents.

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

HEADLAMP CONTROL

Turns the lamps off.

Turns on the parking lamps,
instrument panel lamps, license
plate lamps and tail lamps.

Turns the headlamps on.

High beams

Push the lever toward the
instrument panel to activate. Pull
the lever towards you to deactivate.

Flash to pass

Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.

Lights

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

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

• the ignition must be in the ON position and

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

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Lights

Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during

inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system
does not activate with 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.

Foglamp control (if equipped)

The foglamps can be turned on only
when the headlamp control is in
the
beams are not turned on.

Pull headlamp control towards you
to turn foglamps on. The foglamp
indicator light

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

Use to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel and all applicable
switches in the vehicle during
headlamp and parklamp operation.

Move the control to the full upright
position, past detent, to turn on the
interior lamps.

Move the control to the full down
position, past detent, to prevent the
interior lights from illuminating when the doors are opened.

position and the high

will illuminate.

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS

The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.
If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps
should be checked by a qualified service technician.

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TURN SIGNAL CONTROL

• Push down to activate the left
turn signal.

• Push up to activate the right turn
signal.

• In DRL equipped vehicles, use of
the turn signals will shut off the
highbeams in daytime driving.

INTERIOR LAMPS

Map lamps (if equipped)

To turn on the map lamps, press the
control next to each lamp.

Lights

EXTERIOR BULBS

Check operation of lamps, safety equipment and warning signals

It is a good safety practice to check operation of headlamps, parking
lamps, turn signals, clearance and marker lamps, instrument panel and
control lamps each day.

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Lights

Using the right bulbs

Function Number of

Trade number

bulbs

Headlamps 2 4652
Park/turn signal 2 1157
Sidemarker/rear marker lamp 5 red 12

194

(amber)
Tail/stop lamp 4 2057
Backup 4 1156
Foglamp 2 899
Running board/courtesy lamp 6 194
License plate lamp 2 194
Cabmarker 5 168
Exterior visor lamp (if equipped) 4 194
Rear fender clearance 4
Rear identification 3 194
Dome lamp 1 105
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer

(a)

Replace entire lamp assembly; bulb is not serviceable.

Replacing headlamp bulbs

To remove the headlamp bulbs:

1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position.

2. Remove four screws and move
the parking lamp assembly away
from the headlamp bulb.

(a)

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3. Remove four screws and the
retaining bracket from the headlamp
bulb.

4. Pull headlamp bulb out of the
housing, disconnect the electrical
connector and remove the headlamp
bulb.

5. To complete installation, follow
the removal procedure in reverse
order.

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs

To remove the parking/turn signal bulbs:

1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position.

2. Remove four screws from the
lamp assembly.

3. Carefully lower lamp assembly
and pull the bulb socket straight out
of the lamp assembly.

4. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out of the socket and push in the
new bulb.

5. To complete installation, follow
the removal procedure in reverse order.

Lights

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Lights

Replacing visor/cab marker bulbs

To change the cab marker bulbs:

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and then
remove the screw and lens from the
lamp assembly.

2. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out of the socket and push in the
new bulb.

3. Install lens on lamp assembly with
screw.

Replacing visor marker bulbs (SuperCrewzer only)

For visor bulb replacement see a dealer or qualified technician.

Replacing brake/tail/backup lamp bulbs – Except F650
SuperCrewzer

The brake/tail/backup lamp bulbs
are located in the same portion of
the tail lamp assembly. Follow the
same steps to replace either bulb:

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and then
remove the four screws and the
lamp lens from lamp assembly.

2. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out of the socket and push in the
new bulb.

3. Install the lens on the lamp
assembly with the four screws.

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Lights

Replacing tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs — F650 SuperCrewzer
only

The tail lamp/backup lamp bulbs are
located in the same portion of the
tail lamp assembly, one just below
the other. Follow the same steps to
replace either bulb:

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and then
remove the two screws holding the
light cover to the light housing.

2. Carefully pull away the lamp
cover.

3. Twist the bulb 1/8 of a turn
counter clockwise and remove it from the socket.

4. Pull the bulb straight out and push the new bulb in.

5. Turn the bulb clockwise to secure in place.

6. Replace the tail lamp cover and secure with the two screws.

Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped)

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and then
remove the bulb socket from the
foglamp by turning
counterclockwise.

2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the foglamp bulb.

3. Connect the new foglamp bulb to the electrical connector.

4. Install the bulb socket in the foglamp by turning clockwise.

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Driver Controls

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.

Windshield wiper blades

Check the wiper blades for wear at least twice a year or when they seem
less effective. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments
used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades.

Checking the wiper blades

If the wiper blades do not wipe properly, clean both the windshield and
wiper blades using undiluted windshield wiper solution or a mild
detergent. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. To avoid damaging the
blades, do not use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner or other solvents.

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Changing the wiper blades

To replace the wiper blades:

1. Pull the wiper arm away from the
windshield and lock into the service
position.

2. Turn the blade at an angle from
the wiper arm. Push the lock pin
manually to release the blade and
pull the wiper blade down toward
the windshield to remove it from the
arm.

3. Attach the new wiper to the
wiper arm and press it into place
until a click is heard.

TILT STEERING WHEEL

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.

Driver Controls

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Driver Controls

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)

The overhead console will show the outside temperature and compass
display.

Electronic compass/temperature display — SuperCrewzer only

Mode control

Press the MODE control to turn the
display on/off.

MODE

E/M

RESET

Outside air temperature

The outside temperature display is
contained in the overhead console.

The temperature can be displayed in
Centigrade or Fahrenheit by

MODE

E/M

pressing the E/M control.

If the outside temperature falls

RESET

below 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.

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Driver Controls

Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will
correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal
conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual
calibration may be necessary. Refer to Compass calibration

adjustment.

Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that
varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is four
degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the
vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this
error. Refer to Compass zone adjustment.

Compass zone adjustment

1. Determine which magnetic zone
you are in for your geographic
location by referring to the zone
map.

2. Locate the controls on the

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overhead console.

3. Turn ignition to the ON position.

5

4. Press and hold both controls.
After approximately four seconds,
the compass 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 both controls for greater than five seconds.

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6 7 8 9 1011

MODE

E/M

RESET

15

14
13

12

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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 controls located in the overhead console.

2. Start the vehicle.

3. Press and hold both controls.
After approximately eight seconds,
the compass will enter CAL mode.
CAL mode is indicated when the
display lights the “CAL” indicator.

MODE

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

RESET

Trailer hook up lamps — F650 SuperCrewzer only

Press the control to activate the
trailer lamps.

Press the control to deactivate the
trailer lamps.

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Heated Mirrors — F650 SuperCrewzer only

Press this control to remove ice,
mist and fog from the mirrors. This
feature will automatically turn off
after 8 minutes.

Do not remove ice from the mirrors
with a scraper or attempt to
readjust the mirror glass if it is
frozen in place. These actions could
cause damage to the glass and
mirrors.

AUXILIARY POWER POINT

Power outlets are designed for
accessory plugs only. Do not
hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug.
Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not
covered by your warranty.

The auxiliary power point is located
on the instrument panel.

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

POWER POINT

CELL PHONE USE

Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in
the conduct of business and personal affairs. It can enhance personal
safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency
situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications
equipment to avoid negating these benefits.

Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular
phones, pagers, portable email devices, in vehicle communications
systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.

A driver’s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.

The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to
avoid distractions and pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to
operate Mobile Communications Equipment.

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Driver Controls

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.

One touch down

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

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AUTO

Driver Controls

Window lock (if equipped)

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.

MIRRORS

With the doors closed and the seat
adjusted for proper comfort, move
the mirrors to maximize rear
viewing area by adjusting the
western mirrors left or right as
required.

Adjust the auxiliary convex mirrors.
Convex mirrors are a ball-stud
design for precise adjustment to maximize viewing area.

Heated telescoping trailer tow mirrors (Supercrewzer only)

Manually pull the mirror outward or
inward as desired. Pull the mirrors
inward carefully when driving
through a narrow space.

Power side view mirrors (if equipped)

The ignition can be in any position to adjust the power side view mirrors.

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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.

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

4. Adjust spotter mirrors (if equipped) manually.

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

To turn speed control on

7.3L Power Stroke engine

• Press ON.

Vehicle speed cannot be controlled
until the vehicle is traveling at or
above 48 km/h (30 mph).

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

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

MIRRORS

L R

MIRRORS

L R

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Caterpillar/Cummins engines

Press CRUISE RPM. If the vehicle is
moving, speed control will be
enabled; if the vehicle is stationary,
engine RPM can be controlled.

Do not use the speed

control in heavy traffic or
on roads that are winding,
slippery, or unpaved.

To turn speed control off

7.3L Power Stroke engine

• Press OFF or

• Turn off the vehicle ignition.

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

Driver Controls

CRUISE

RPM

OFF

Caterpillar/Cummins engines

• Press OFF or

• Turn off the vehicle ignition.

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

Do not use the speed

control in heavy traffic or
on roads that are winding,
slippery, or unpaved.

CRUISE

RPM

OFF

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Driver Controls

To set a speed

7.3L Power Stroke engine

• Press 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).

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

Caterpillar/Cummins engines

Press SET +. If the vehicles is
moving, this will set the vehicle
speed. If the vehicle is stationary,
this will set the vehicle idle RPM.

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 the vehicle speed falls below 48 km/h (30 mph) or engine RPM falls
below 1 000 RPM, your speed control will disengage. This is normal.
Pressing RESUME - will re-engage it.

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

SET

RESUME

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

Driver Controls

To set a higher set speed

7.3L Power Stroke engine

• Press and hold SET ACCEL.
Release the control when the
desired vehicle speed is reached
or

• Press and release SET ACCEL to
operate the Tap-Up function.
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 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.

Caterpillar/Cummins engines

Press and hold SET +. If the vehicle
is moving, this will increase vehicle
speed; if the vehicle is stationary,
this will increase engine RPM.
Release the control when the
desired vehicle speed/engine RPM is
reached.

Press and release SET + to operate
the Tap-Up function. Each press will increase the set speed by 1.6 km/h
(1 mph) or engine RPM in idle mode.

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

SET

RESUME

To set a lower set speed

7.3L Power Stroke engine

• Press and hold COAST. Release
the control when the desired
speed is reached or

• Press and release COAST to
operate the Tap-Down function.
Each press will decrease the set
speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

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Caterpillar/Cummins engine

Press and hold RESUME -. If the
vehicle is moving, this will decrease
vehicle speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph)
increments; if the vehicle is
stationary, this will decrease engine
RPM. Release the control when the
desired vehicle speed/engine RPM is
reached.

Press and release RESUME - to operate the Tap-Down function. Each
press will decrease the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or engine RPM in
idle mode.

To disengage speed control

• Depress the brake pedal or

SET

RESUME

• Depress the clutch pedal (if
equipped).

Disengaging the speed control will
not erase the previously
programmed set speed or engine
RPM.

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7.3L Power Stroke engine

Pressing OFF will erase the
previously programmed set speed.

Caterpillar/Cummins engines

Pressing OFF will erase the
previously programmed engine RPM.

To return to a previously set speed

7.3L Power Stroke engine

• Press RES. For RES to operate,
the vehicle speed must be faster
than 48 km/h (30 mph).

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CRUISE

RPM

OFF

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

Caterpillar/Cummins engines

Press RESUME -. For RESUME - to
operate, the vehicle speed must be
above 48 km/h (30 mph) or engine
speed must be above 1 000 RPM.

SET

RESUME

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Locks and Security

KEYS

The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement
keys are available from your dealer.

You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case
you require it in an emergency.

POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED)

Press U to unlock all doors and L to
lock all doors.

UL

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

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.

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 LOCK
position.

If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle,
ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership,
to aid in troubleshooting.

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Unlocking the doors

Press this control to unlock the
driver’s door. The interior lamps will
illuminate.

Press the control a second time
within five seconds to unlock all
doors.

Locking the doors

Press this control to lock all doors.

To confirm all doors are closed and
locked, press the control a second
time within five seconds. The doors
will lock again, the horn will chirp
and the lamps will flash.

If any of the doors are ajar, the horn
will make two quick chirps,
reminding you to properly close all
doors.

Locks and Security

Sounding a panic alarm

Press both controls to activate the
alarm. The horn will sound and the
lights will flash.

To deactivate the alarm, press both
controls again or turn the ignition to
ACC or ON.

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Locks and Security

Replacing the battery

The remote transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithium
battery CR2032 or equivalent. Typical operating range will allow you to
be up to 10 meters (33 feet) away from your vehicle. A decrease in
operating range can be caused by the following factors:

• 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.

Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to
become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should
operate normally after battery replacement.

Replacing lost transmitters

If a remote transmitter has been lost
and you would like to remove it
from the vehicle’s memory, or you
would like to purchase additional
remote transmitters and have them
programmed to your vehicle:

• Take all your vehicle’s
transmitters to your dealer for
programming, or

• Perform the programming
procedure yourself

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Programming remote transmitters

It is necessary to have all (maximum of four — original and/or new) of
your remote transmitters available prior to beginning this procedure.

To program the transmitters yourself:

• Place the key in the ignition and
turn from 2 (LOCK) to 3 (OFF)
and cycle between 3 (OFF) and
4(ON) eight times in rapid
succession (within 10 seconds)
with the eighth turn ending in the
4 (ON) position. The doors will
lock/unlock to confirm that
programming mode has been
entered.

• Within 20 seconds, program a
remote transmitter by pressing any button on a transmitter. The doors
will lock/unlock to confirm that the remote transmitter has been
programmed. (If more than 20 seconds pass before pressing a remote
transmitter button, the programming mode will exit and the procedure
will have to be repeated.)

• Repeat the previous step to program additional remote transmitters.
The doors will lock/unlock to confirm that each remote transmitter has
been programmed.

• When you have completed programming the remote transmitters, turn
the ignition to 3 (OFF) or wait 20 seconds. Again the doors will
lock/unlock to confirm programming has been completed.

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2

1

4

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Illuminated entry

The illuminated entry system will turn on the interior lights when the
remote transmitter unlock control is pressed.

The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if the
ignition switch is turned to the ON position, or if the remote transmitter
lock control is pressed, or after 25 seconds of illumination.

The inside lights will not turn off if:

• they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or

• any door is open.

The battery save feature will turn off the interior lights 45 minutes after
the last door is closed, even if the dimmer control is on.

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Seating and Safety Restraints

SEATING

Driver’s seat adjustment

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

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

Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the
seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the

event of a collision.

Fixed-back seat

Move handle to the left to move seat
forward or backward.

Recline seat (if equipped)

Move handle to the left to move seat
forward or backward.

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Rotate control to adjust seatback.

Easy-Aire seat (if equipped)

Move handle to the left to move seat
forward or backward.

Rotate control to adjust seatback.

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Pump handle to raise seat height.

Push handle full down to lower.

Always adjust the seat height
before fastening seatbelt.

Air-Ride seat (if equipped)

Push up on the switch to raise the
seat height.

Press down on the switch to lower
the seat height.

Always adjust the seat height before fastening seatbelt.

Press up on the switch to increase
the firmness of the seatback.

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Press down on the switch to reduce
the firmness of the seatback.

Heated seats (if equipped)

To operate the heated seats:

• Push control to activate.

• Push again to deactivate.

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.

Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the
seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the

event of a collision.

The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion.

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

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

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

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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.

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.

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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 reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they

can be properly restrained.

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always

properly wear their seat belts.

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.

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.

In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely

to die than a person wearing a seat belt.

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.

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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 vehicle sensitive emergency locking retractors.

Vehicle sensitive retractor

The vehicle sensitive retractor allows free shoulder belt length
adjustment to your movements and locks in response to vehicle
movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner
sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km/h
(5 mph) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce
forward movement of the driver and passengers.

Front safety belt height adjustment

SuperCab and CrewCab 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.

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• 4–door SuperCab

• 4–door CrewCab

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To lower the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the height
adjuster down. To raise the height of the shoulder belt, slide the height
adjuster up. Pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in
place.

Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests

across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety
belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and
increase the risk of injury in a collision.

Lap belts

Adjusting the center lap belt

The lap belt does not adjust automatically.

The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the

hips, not across the waist.

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

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Shorten and fasten the belt when
not in use.

Safety belt warning light and indicator chime

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

Conditions of operation

If... 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...

The safety belt warning light
illuminates 1-2 minutes and the
warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds.

The safety belt warning light and
warning chime turn off.

The safety belt warning light and
indicator chime remain off.

BeltMinder

The BeltMinder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt
warning function. This feature provides additional reminders to the
driver that the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently
sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the
instrument cluster.

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If... Then...

The driver’s safety belt is not
buckled before the vehicle has
reached at least 5 km/h
(3 mph) and 1-2 minutes have
elapsed since the ignition
switch has been turned to
ON...

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

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

The purpose of the BeltMinder is to remind occasional wearers to wear
safety belts all of the time.

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:
(All statistics based on U.S. data)

The BeltMinder feature is activated ­the safety belt warning light
illuminates and the warning chime
sounds for 6 seconds every 30
seconds, repeating for approximately
5 minutes or until safety belt is
buckled.

The BeltMinder feature will not
activate.

The BeltMinder feature will not
activate.

Reasons given... Consider...

“Crashes are rare events” 36 700 crashes occur every day.

The more we drive, the more we are
exposed to “rare” events, even for
good drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be

seriously injured in a crash during
our lifetime.

“I’m not going far” 3of4fatal crashes occur within 25

miles of home.

“Belts are uncomfortable” We design our safety belts to enhance

comfort. If you are uncomfortable ­try different positions for the safety
belt upper anchorage and seatback
which should be as upright as
possible; this can improve comfort.

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Reasons given... Consider...

“I was in a hurry” Prime time for an accident.

“Seat belts don’t work” Safety belts, when used properly,

“Traffic is light” Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in

“Belts wrinkle my clothes” Possibly, but a serious crash can do

“The people I’m with don’t
wear belts”

“I have an air bag” Air bags offer greater protection when

“I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are

BeltMinder reminds us to take a few
seconds to buckle up.

reduce risk of death to front seat
occupants by 45% in cars, and by

60% in light trucks.

single-vehicle crashes, many when

no other vehicles are around.

much more than wrinkle your clothes,
particularly if you are unbelted.

Set the example, teen deaths occur 4
times more often in vehicles with
TWO or MORE people. Children and
younger brothers/sisters imitate
behavior they see.

used with safety belts. Frontal airbags
are not designed to inflate in rear and
side crashes or rollovers.

ejected are 40 times more likely
to DIE. Safety belts help prevent

ejection, WE CAN’T “PICK OUR
CRASH”.

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the Belt

Minder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of
injury in an accident. To disable (one-time) or deactivate the Belt
Minder feature please follow the directions stated below.

One time disable

Any time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an
ignition ON cycle, BeltMinder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only.

Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder feature

Read steps1-9thoroughly before proceeding with the
deactivation/activation programming procedure.

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The BeltMinder feature can be deactivated/activated by performing the
following procedure:

Before following the procedure, make sure that:

• The parking brake is set.

• The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral

position (manual transmission).

• The ignition switch is in the OFF position.

• All vehicle doors are closed.

• The driver’s safety belt is unbuckled.

• The parklamps/headlamps are in OFF position (If vehicle is equipped

with Autolamps, this will not affect the procedure).

To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the Belt

Minder feature while driving the vehicle.

BeltMinder activation and deactivation procedure

1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT
START THE ENGINE.)

2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1–2
minutes.)

• Steps 3–5 must be completed within 60 seconds or the procedure will
have to be repeated.

3. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with the

safety belt unbuckled. This can be done before or during BeltMinder
warning activation.

4. Turn on the parklamps/headlamps, turn off the parklamps/headlamps.

5. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with the

safety belt unbuckled.

• After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three
seconds.

6. Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off,

buckle then unbuckle the safety belt.

• This will disable BeltMinder if it is currently enabled, or enable
BeltMinder if it is currently disabled.

7. Confirmation of disabling BeltMinder is provided by the safety belt

warning light flashing four times per second for three seconds.

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8. Confirmation of enabling BeltMinder is provided by:

• The safety belt warning light flashing four times per second for three
seconds.

• Followed by three seconds with the safety belt warning light off.

• Once again, the safety belt warning light will flash four times per

second for three seconds.

9. After receiving confirmation, the deactivation/activation procedure is

complete.

Safety belt extension assembly

If the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there is a 20 cm
(8 inch) safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number
611C22). This assembly 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 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, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All safety belt
assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle
assemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder
belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if
equipped), child safety seat tether anchors, and attaching hardware,
should be inspected after a collision.

Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies

used in vehicles involved in a collision 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.

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 Cleaning
chapter.

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