Ford Mountaineer 2001 User Manual

Contents

Before driving Introduction 2
Instrumentation 6 Controls and features 21 Seating and safety restraints 113
Starting and driving Starting 143
Driving 148 Roadside emergencies 176 Servicing
Maintenance and care 198 Capacities and specifications 246 Customer assistance 255 Reporting safety defects 267
Index 268
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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.
ICONS
Indicates a safety alert. Read the following section on Warnings.
Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow.
Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment.
Indicates a message regarding child safety restraints. Refer to Seating and safety restraints for more information.
Indicates that this Owner Guide contains information on this subject. Please refer to the Index to locate the appropriate section which will provide you more information.
WARNINGS
Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment.
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Introduction
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE
There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in.
INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE
The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation.
SPECIAL NOTICES Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than
other types of vehicles.
Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident.
Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter as well as the “Four Wheeling” supplement included with 4WD and utility type vehicles.
Using your vehicle with a snowplow
Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing.
Using your vehicle as an ambulance
Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance.
Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package.
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Introduction
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Safety Alert
Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front
Air Bag-Side Child Seat
Child Seat Installation Warning
Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System
Brake Fluid ­Non-Petroleum Based
Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher
Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment
Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe
See Owner’s Guide
Child Seat Tether Anchorage
Traction Control
Windshield Defrost/Demist
Power Windows Front/Rear
4
Rear Window Defrost/Demist
Power Window Lockout
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
MAX
MIN
Introduction
Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock
Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol
Panic Alarm Engine Oil
Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant Temperature
Do Not Open When Hot Battery
Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks
Battery Acid
Explosive Gas Fan Warning
Power Steering Fluid
Maintain Correct Fluid Level
Emission System Engine Air Filter
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Jack
Check fuel cap
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Instrumentation

Headlamp control
(pg. 21)
OFF
Instrument panel
dimmer switch
(pg. 22)
CHECK ENGINE
FUEL RESET
E
Instrument cluster
(pg. 8)
CHECK GAGE
3
H
2
C
1
0
F
ABS
!
ON
OFF
4
5
RPMx1000
DOOR AJAR
6
40
30
20
10
Speed control
(pg. 78)
60
70
50
80
0 0 0
100
80
90
120
60
140
00
1
0 0 0 0 0 0
40
160
km/h
180
1
20
MPH
H
101
20
Reverse sensing
system* (pg. 33)
SPEED CONT
L
4WD HIGH
4WD
H
LOW
L
CHECK SUSP
O/D OFF
RSM
SET ACC
COAST
OFF
Tilt steering wheel lever
(pg. 82)
Parking brake release
6
(pg. 150)
Driver air bag
Turn signal and
wiper/washer control
(pg. 82)
(pg. 127)
Hood release
(pg. 199)
Gearshift (includes
overdrive button)
(pg. 156)
OD
ON/OFF
VOL - PUSH ON
4x4
HIGH
LOW
AUTO
SEEK TUNE
123456
Electronic
sound system
(pg. 36)
AM FM
FM1
BASS TREB BAL FADE
SCAN
EJ
ST
SIDE REW FF
Rear wiper/washer
OFF HI
CLK
PUSH
TAPE AMS
1 - 2
Instrumentation
control
(pg. 83)
Rear window defroster
control
(pg. 33)
R. WIPE
4wd control*
(pg. 159)
OFF
A/C
MAX A/C
Climate control system
(pg. 22)
Fog lamp control*
(pg. 21)
* if equipped
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Instrumentation
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
DOOR
CHECK
GAGE
4
RPMx1000
3
2
1
0
ABS
!
BRAKE
CHECK
FUEL CAP
CHECK ENGINE
H
C
F
E
Check engine
Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD II). This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle.
The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the engine is started, one of the engine’s emission control systems may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing.
What you should do if the check engine light illuminates
Light turns on solid:
This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause your Check Engine light to
illuminate. Examples are:
1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.)
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.
3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened.
AJAR
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MPH
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0 0 0
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THEFT
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1
CHECK
SUSP
SPEED CONT
L
4WD HIGH
4WD
H
LOW
L
O/D OFF
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CHECK
ENGINE
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Instrumentation
These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with high quality fuel of the recommended octane and/or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Check Engine light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required.
If the Check Engine light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.
Light is blinking:
Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.
Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures
could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.
Check fuel cap
Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to ensure your bulb is working. When this light turns on, check the fuel filler cap. Continuing to operate the vehicle with the check fuel cap light on, can activate the Service Engine Soon/Check Engine warning light. When the fuel filler cap is properly re-installed, the light(s) will turn off after a period of normal driving. This period will vary depending on driving conditions.
It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly installed fuel filler cap.
For more information, refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and care chapter.
CHECK
FUEL CAP
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Instrumentation
Air bag readiness
Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately.
Safety belt
Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For more information, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.
Brake system warning
Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to ensure the circuit is functional. Also illuminates if the parking brake is engaged. If the brake warning lamp does not illuminate at these times, seek service immediately. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately.
!
BRAKE
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to ensure the circuit is functional. If the light remains on, continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the system serviced immediately. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with the parking brake released.
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ABS
Instrumentation
Turn signal
Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If one or both of the indicators stay on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out turn signal bulb. Refer to Bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter.
High beams
Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.
Anti-theft system (if equipped)
Refer to SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system in the Controls and features chapter.
Charging system
Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. The light also illuminates when the battery is not charging properly, requiring electrical system service.
THEFT
Check gage
Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high, the engine oil pressure is low or the fuel gauge is at or near empty. The ignition must be in the ON position for this lamp to illuminate. The lamp will also stay illuminated after the ignition is turned to the ON position. Refer to
Engine coolant temperature gauge, Engine oil pressure gauge or Fuel gauge in this chapter for more information.
CHECK
GAGE
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Instrumentation
Four wheel drive low (if equipped)
Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON/START position. Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged. If the light continues to flash have the system serviced.
Four wheel drive high (if equipped)
Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the START position. Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged. If the light continues to flash have the system serviced.
Door ajar
Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON or START position and any door is open.
4WD
LOW
4WD HIGH
DOOR
AJAR
O/D off
Illuminates when the Transmission Control Switch (TCS), refer to
Overdrive control in the Controls and Features chapter, has been
pushed turning the transmission overdrive function OFF. When the light is on, the transmission does not operate in the overdrive mode, refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation.
The light may also flash steadily if a transmission malfunction is detected. If the light does not come on when the Transmission Control Switch is depressed or if the light flashes steadily, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, damage to the transmission could occur.
O/D
OFF
Check air suspension (if equipped)
Illuminates momentarily when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is OFF. The light also illuminates when the air suspension system requires servicing.
For information, refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter.
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CHECK
SUSP
Instrumentation
Speed control
This light comes on when either the SET/ACCEL or RESUME controls are pressed. It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake or clutch (if equipped) is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position.
Safety belt warning chime
Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seating
and safety restraints chapter.
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime
For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.
Key-in-ignition warning chime
Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the driver’s door is opened.
Headlamps on warning chime
Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.
SPEED
CONT
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Instrumentation
GAUGES
DOOR
CHECK
GAGE
4
RPMx1000
3
2
1
0
ABS
!
BRAKE
CHECK ENGINE
CHECK FUEL
CAP
H
C
F
E
Speedometer
Indicates the current vehicle speed.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating temperature, the needle remains within the normal area (the area between the “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine immediately and let the engine cool. Refer to Engine
coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter.
AJAR
5
6
30
20
10
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P
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MPH
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km/h
THEFT
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MPH
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H
CHECK SUSP
60
0 0 0
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80
0 0 0 0 0 0
70
L
120
km/h
80
140
SPEED CONT
4WD HIGH
4WD
H
LOW
L
O/D OFF
90
00
1
160
180
101
20
1
H
C
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Instrumentation
Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is
running or hot.
This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate.
Odometer
Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.
Trip odometer
Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset, depress the control.
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20
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50
40
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20
MPH
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MPH
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0 0 0
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0 0 0 0 0 0
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0 0 0 0 0 0
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0 0 0
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km/h
80
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120
90
1
180
80
140
160
km/h
00
101
20
1
180
90
1
00
1
101
20
Tachometer
Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute.
Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine.
5
4
3
6
RPMx1000
2
1
0
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Instrumentation
Battery voltage gauge
This shows the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated by arrows), have the vehicle’s electrical system checked as soon as possible.
Engine oil pressure gauge
This shows the engine oil pressure in the system. Sufficient pressure exists as long as the needle remains in the normal range (the area between the “L” and “H”).
If the gauge indicates low pressure, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately. Check the oil level. Add oil if needed (refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and care chapter). If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician.
H
L
H
L
Fuel gauge
Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (when the key is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion. The ignition should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is being refueled. When the gauge first indicates empty, there is a small amount of reserve fuel in the tank. When refueling the vehicle from empty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel.
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E
F
Instrumentation
The FUEL DOOR icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.
MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)
With the ignition in the ON position, the message center displays important vehicle information through a constant monitor of vehicle systems. You may select display features on the message center for a display of
RANGE
FUEL
ENGLISH
METRIC
RANGE
FUEL
STATUS
SYSTEM
O
IL C
H
A
N G
STA
TU
S
E
R
EC
ESET O N
C
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EC
K
R ESET
OIL
SYSTEM
CHECK
CHANGE
RESET
RESET
ECON
status preceded by a brief indicator chime. The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings.
Selectable features
English/metric display
Press to toggle the message center display between metric or English units.
ENGLISH/
METRIC
Fuel range
Press once to display the approximate kilometers (miles) left to drive before the fuel tank is empty.
Press again to display the distance
ENGLISH/
METRIC
RANGE
FUEL
STATUS
ECON
CHECK
SYSTEM
RESET
driven since this function was last manually reset.
For maximum accuracy of this display feature, the ignition should be in the OFF position during fueling. The display FUEL LEVEL ERROR indicates a problem with the fuel indication system. See your dealer or qualified service technician for system maintenance.
CHANGE
RESET
OIL
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Instrumentation
Fuel status
Press once to display the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank.
Press again to display the approximate amount of fuel used since the system was last reset.
Fuel economy
Press to display your vehicle’s average fuel economy in liters/100 km or (miles/gallons).
Reset
Press the reset control to reset the current feature being displayed. Warnings, distance driven, average fuel economy, fuel used and personalized oil reset percentage are the only features that respond to reset.
ENGLISH/
METRIC
ENGLISH/
METRIC
ENGLISH/
METRIC
RANGE
RANGE
RANGE
FUEL
STATUS
FUEL
STATUS
FUEL
STATUS
OIL
SYSTEM
CHECK
SYSTEM
CHECK
SYSTEM
CHECK
CHANGE
RESET
CHANGE
RESET
CHANGE
RESET
OIL
OIL
RESET
ECON
RESET
ECON
RESET
ECON
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Instrumentation
System check
Press the system check control to display the status of the following systems:
ENGLISH/
METRIC
engine oil life left
engine oil level
voltage level
engine coolant temperature
washer fluid level
fuel level
The engine oil life left has two phases. The first display will indicate the oil change status (OK, SOON, REQUIRED). The second display will indicate the percentage of oil life remaining. The display OIL TEMP SIGNAL ERROR indicates a problem with the system. Following this display, contact your dealer or qualified service technician for system maintenance.
Operating the message center during system check
The message center controls can be operated as follows during the system check sequence:
1. Press the system check controls to advance to the next display.
2. Press the reset control to immediately conclude the system check.
3. Press the range, fuel status or fuel economy control to conclude the system check and display the requested feature.
4. Press the metric/English control to conclude the system check and change the previous display to the new mode.
5. Press the oil change reset control to conclude the system check and begin the oil change reset procedure.
An oil change is recommended whenever indicated by the message center. Use only recommended engine oils.
The message center will tell you the percent of oil life left during system check. This percentage is based on your driving history and the time since your last oil change. In order to ensure accurate oil life left indications, you should only perform the following procedure after you have the oil changed.
RANGE
FUEL
STATUS
OIL
SYSTEM
CHECK
CHANGE
RESET
RESET
ECON
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Instrumentation
Oil change reset
Press the OIL CHANGE RESET control to reset the oil life feature to 100% (or your personalized oil reset percentage) (at optimal driving
ENGLISH/
METRIC
conditions, 100% oil life is equivalent to a maximum of 12 000 kilometers [7 500 miles]). After you have the oil changed, you must press and hold the OIL CHANGE RESET control for five seconds. The message center will count down for five seconds. After a successful reset, the message center will display OIL LIFE RESET TO 100%. (If you have established a personalized oil reset percentage, the display will show that percentage instead of 100%.) This reset procedure should be performed only after an oil change to ensure accurate oil life indications.
Your personalized oil reset percentage allows you to establish a smaller oil change interval than the manufacturer’s recommended interval. To establish your personalized oil reset percentage:
1. Press and hold the OIL CHANGE RESET control and press the RESET control while the display is still counting down the five seconds to reset. The display will change to START OIL LIFE AT XXX%.
2. Press the OIL CHANGE RESET control until the displayed percentage is the personalized oil reset percentage you desire. Your choices are 100%, 90%, 80%, 70%, 60%, 50%, 40% and 30%.
3. Press the RESET control to complete the procedure. Pressing any control other than RESET or OIL CHANGE RESET will abort this
ENGLISH/
METRIC
procedure and will not establish your new personalized oil reset percentage.
When your personalized oil reset percentage has been established, it will be used beginning with the completion of your next OIL CHANGE RESET procedure.
RANGE
RANGE
FUEL
STATUS
FUEL
STATUS
OIL
SYSTEM
CHECK
SYSTEM
CHECK
CHANGE
RESET
CHANGE
RESET
OIL
RESET
ECON
RESET
ECON
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Controls and features

HEADLAMP CONTROL
Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the second position to also turn on the headlamps.
Foglamp control (if equipped)
Turn on the low-beam headlamps or parking lamps and press the foglamp control to activate the foglamps. The foglamp control will illuminate when the foglamps are on.
Press the foglamp control a second time to deactivate the foglamps.
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.
OFF
Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during
inclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
High beams
Push forward to activate. Pull toward you to deactivate.
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Controls and features
Flash to pass
Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate.
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlamp and parklamp operation.
Rotate up to brighten.
Rotate down to dim.
Rotate to full up position (past
detent) to turn on interior lamps.
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Manual heating and air conditioning system
A/C
MAX
A/C
DIM
OFF
Fan speed control
Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.
Temperature control knob
Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle.
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Mode selector control
Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle.
The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except and . However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher.
Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle.
MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. MAX A/C is noisier than A/C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.
A/C-Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. It is quieter than MAX A/C but not as economical. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers.
(Panel)-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.
OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short periods of time only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.
(Panel and floor)-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For added customer comfort, when the temperature control knob is anywhere in between the full hot and full cold positions, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the instrument panel registers.
(Floor)-Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.
OFF
A/C
MAX A/C
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(Defrost)-Distributes outside air through the windshield
(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, 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 windshield defrost ducts. 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 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.
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 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 MAX A/C or OFF 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.
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
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Controls and features
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 that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats (if equipped).
Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield.
Do not place objects over the defroster outlets. These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see 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
2. Set the temperature control to full heat
3. Set the fan speed to HI
4. Direct the outer panel vents towards to side windows
To increase airflow to the outer panel vents, close the central panel vents.
Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.
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Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) system (if equipped)
The EATC system will maintain a selected temperature and automatically control airflow. You can override automatic operation with any of the override controls, the fan speed control or the steering wheel controls.
Turning the EATC on
Press AUTOMATIC, any of the override controls or the fan speed control. The EATC will only operate when the vehicle is running.
Turning the EATC off
Press OFF.
REAR FAN OFF AUTOMATIC
VENT PNL • FLR FLOOR FLR • DEF DEF
MAX A/C
REAR FAN OFF AUTOMATIC
VENT PNL • FLR FLOOR FLR • DEF DEF
MAX A/C
F
˚
AUTO
F
˚
AUTO
OFF
AUTOMATIC
OFF
OFF
HI
LO
HI
LO
HI
FLR • DEF DEF
LO
Automatic operation
Press AUTOMATIC and select the desired temperature. The selected temperature and the word AUTO will appear in the display window. The EATC system will either heat or cool to achieve the selected temperature. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location and if outside air or recirculated air is required. Fan speed remains automatic unless the fan speed thumbwheel is turned or the steering wheel fan speed control is pressed.
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When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions require heat, air will be sent to the floor. However, if the engine is not warm enough to provide heat, the fan will be at a low speed and the air will be directed to the windshield. In 3 and the airflow location will change to the floor area.
If unusual conditions exist (i.e.-window fogging, etc.), the manual override controls allow you to select airflow locations and the fan control allows you to adjust fan speed as necessary.
Temperature selection
The display window indicates the selected temperature, function (AUTO or one of the override controls) and manual control of fan speed (
To control the temperature, select any temperature between 18°C (65°F) and 29°C (85°F) by pressing the blue (cooler) or red (warmer) buttons.
1
⁄2minutes or less, the fan speed will start to increase
) if automatic fan speed is not desired.
REAR FAN OFF
VENT PNL • FLRMAX A/C
F
˚
AUTO
For continuous maximum cooling, push the blue button until 16°C (60°F) is shown in the display window. The EATC will continue maximum cooling (disregarding the displayed temperature) until a warmer temperature is selected by pressing the red button.
For continuous maximum heating, push the red button until 32°C (90°F) is shown in the display window. The EATC will continue maximum heating (disregarding the displayed temperature) until a cooler temperature is selected by pressing the blue button.
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Temperature conversion
Press MAX A/C and DEF at the same time (for one second) to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius.
REAR FAN OFF AUTOMATIC
VENT PNL • FLR FLOOR FLR • DEF DEF
MAX A/C
AUTO
If your vehicle has an English/Metric (E/M) control, this control will also change the temperature display.
Fan speed ( )
When AUTOMATIC is pressed, fan speed is adjusted automatically for existing conditions. You can override
OFF
fan speed at any time. To control fan speed manually, use the
AUTOMATIC
thumbwheel or steering wheel control to cancel automatic fan speed operation.
FLR • DEF DEF
Rotate the thumbwheel up for higher fan speed or down for lower fan speed.
Press the steering wheel fan speed control up for higher fan speed or down for lower fan speed.
The display will show
to
indicate manual fan operation.
F
˚
AUTO
OFF
HI
LO
HI
LO
To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTOMATIC.
Manual override controls
The override controls are located at the bottom of the EATC and allow you to determine where airflow is directed. To return to full automatic
REAR FAN OFF AUTOMATIC
VENT PNL • FLR FLOOR FLR • DEF DEF
MAX A/C
F
˚
AUTO
control, press AUTOMATIC.
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OFF
HI
LO
Controls and features
The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except FLOOR and VENT. It will also operate only when required when AUTOMATIC has been selected. 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. The temperature will display 16°C (60°F). To exit, press AUTOMATIC or any other override controls. MAX A/C is noisier than normal A/C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster. Airflow is from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.
VENT-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. However, the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.
PNLFLR-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. The air will be heated or cooled based on the temperature selection. For added customer comfort, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the instrument panel registers.
FLOOR-Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts. However, the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.
LRDEF-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts
and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. The air will be heated or cooled based on the temperature selection. 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.
DEF -Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the outside air temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.
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OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short periods of time only, use this mode to reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.
Rear fan off
Press REAR FAN OFF to turn off the rear console fan. This overrides the rear console fan speed control.
REAR FAN OFF
VENT PNL • FLRMAX A/C
The EATC display window will indicate REAR FAN OFF. The rear console fan will remain off until REAR FAN OFF is pressed
again. To aid in defogging and demisting (removing condensation on the inside
of the windshield) in cool weather:
1. Select PANEL & FLOOR
2. Set the temperature control to full heat
3. Set the fan speed to HI
4. Direct the outer panel vents towards to side windows
To increase airflow to the outer panel vents, close the central panel vents.
Operating tips
In humid weather, select DEF before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. After a few minutes, select any desired position.
To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’t drive with the climate control system in the OFF position.
Don’t put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the airflow to the rear seats.
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