FORD Ranger 2008 User Manual v.1

Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 12

Warning lights and chimes 12 Gauges 16

Entertainment Systems 19

AM/FM stereo 19 AM/FM Stereo single CD/MP3 system 21 CDX6/MP3 Premium/Audiophile Pioneer system 27 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 33 Satellite radio information 36

Climate Controls 40

Heater only 40 Manual heating and air conditioning 41

Lights 43

Headlamps 43 Turn signal control 47 Bulb replacement 47

Driver Controls 53

Windshield wiper/washer control 53 Steering wheel adjustment 54 Power windows 55 Mirrors 56 Speed control 57

Locks and Security 61

Keys 61 Locks 61 Anti-theft system 65

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Seating and Safety Restraints 68

Seating 68 Safety restraints 71 Airbags 86 Child restraints 93

Tires, Wheels and Loading 105

Tire information 107 Tire inflation 110 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 122 Vehicle loading 127 Trailer towing 133 Recreational towing 144

Driving 146

Starting 146 Brakes 151 Transmission operation 155

Roadside Emergencies 170

Getting roadside assistance 170 Hazard flasher switch 172 Fuel pump shut-off switch 172 Fuses and relays 173 Changing tires 183 Lug nut torque 192 Jump starting 192 Wrecker towing 198

Customer Assistance 199

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 205 Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 206

Cleaning 207

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Maintenance and Specifications 215

Engine compartment 217 Engine oil 221 Battery 227 Engine coolant 229 Fuel information 235 Air filter(s) 251 Part numbers 253 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 254 Engine data 259

Accessories 263

Index 265

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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.

PERCHLORATE MATERIAL

Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules, seat belt pretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material – Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

CONGRATULATIONS

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

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

• In the United States: www.ford.com

• In Canada: www.ford.ca

• In Australia: www.ford.com.au

• In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx

Additional owner information is given in separate publications. This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available

and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available.

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

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

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

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SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.

Warning symbols on your vehicle

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

Protecting the environment

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

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of new vehicle operation. Vary your speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in.

Drive your new vehicle at least 500 miles (800 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage.

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SPECIAL NOTICES

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide.

Special instructions

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

Please read the section Airbag supplemental restraint system

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

Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should

NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag.

Service Data Recording

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

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Event Data Recording

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

• how various systems in your vehicle were operating;

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

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

brake pedal;

• how fast the vehicle was traveling; and

• where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

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

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles

Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than

other types of vehicles.

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

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Using your vehicle with a snowplow

Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing.

Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package.

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.

Cell phone use

The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when using such equipment. Mobile Communications 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.

Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control,

accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The drivers primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.

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Export unique (Non–United States/Canada) vehicle specific information

For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the ones that are described in this Owner’s Guide. A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this book. By referring to the market unique supplement, if provided, you can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. This Owner’s Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export. Refer to this Owner’s Guide for all other required

information and warnings.

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

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front

Airbag - Side

Child Seat Tether Anchor

Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System

Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based

Stability Control System Speed Control

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Lower Anchor

Brake System

Parking Aid System

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

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Power Windows Front/Rear

Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Power Window Lockout

Interior Luggage Compartment Release

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

Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter

MAX

MIN

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Check Fuel Cap

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Low Tire Pressure Warning

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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, refer to the respective system warning light for additional information.

Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light

illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the ⬙Service engine soon⬙ light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the ⬙Service engine soon⬙ light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. See the Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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

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.

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

It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly installed or properly re-installed fuel filler cap depending on driving and fuel tank level conditions. Refer to Fuel

filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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

Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is

dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury.

BRAKE

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

ABS

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

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder威 chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder威 chime feature,

Low tire pressure warning:

Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the light remains on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. Refer to Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to ON, the light will illuminate for 3 seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn ON, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. For more information on this system, refer to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

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

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

Engine coolant temperature (if equipped): Illuminates when

the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible , switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is

running or hot.

Foglamps: Illuminates when the foglamps are turned on. Refer to Foglamp control in the Lights chapter.

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

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

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Overdrive off (if equipped):

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

Four wheel drive low (if equipped): Illuminates when

four-wheel drive low is engaged.

Four wheel drive high (if equipped): Illuminates when

four-wheel drive high is engaged. It may also illuminate when the 4WD LOW is engaged. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock™ Passive Anti-theft System has been activated.

O/D

OFF

4x4

LOW

4x4

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Speed control (if equipped):

Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged.

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

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

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

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

Door ajar warning chime: Sounds when any door is opened (or not fully closed).

Parking brake ON warning chime: Sounds when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km/h).

GAUGES

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Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant

temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section,

the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is

running or hot.

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

Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. Press the button once until “TRIP” appears in the display (this represents the trip mode). To reset the trip, press and hold the control again for approximately 2 seconds, until the trip reading is 0.0 miles (kilometers). To toggle between trip and odometer, press and release the control.

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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.

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

Proper gauge indication requires the ignition to be in the OFF or ACCESSORY position during refueling, otherwise correct fuel indication after refueling can be slow to update. Also, a minimum of 3 gallons (11 liters) is needed for correct indication after refueling.

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

Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information.

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AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM stereo (if equipped)

Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control,

Display preference: You can select Clock mode, which displays the time, or Frequency mode, which displays the current radio frequency, to appear in the radio display. Press CLK repeatedly to toggle between Clock and Frequency modes. If clock mode is selected and a radio function is pressed (i.e. SEEK, TUNE, Memory Presets), the radio information will display momentarily and then again display the time.

1. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency bands.

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2. CLK —To set the time: Ensure that your audio system is turned off. Press and hold CLK until the hours flash in the display. Press

AUDIO to adjust the hours.

Press and hold CLK again until the minutes flash. Press AUDIO to adjust the minutes.

To set the display mode: Press repeatedly to toggle between Clock mode and frequency mode.

3. AUDIO: Press AUDIO repeatedly to toggle through the following

modes and use adjustments in those modes.

/ to make

Bass: Press

Treble: Press

Balance: Press

right speakers.

Hours: Press

Minute: Press

4. Tune: Press to manually go down/up ( and in audio mode to select various settings.

5. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. To tune a preset station, press the desired memory preset.

6. SEEK: Press access the previous or next radio

station.

AUDIO to decrease/increase the bass setting.

AUDIO to decrease/increase the treble setting.

AUDIO to adjust the audio between the left and

AUDIO to decrease/increase the hours.

AUDIO to decrease/increase the minutes.

/ ) the radio frequency

SEEK to

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7. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn the system ON/OFF. Turn to adjust the volume levels. If the volume is set above a certain level, and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back to a “nominal” listening level when the ignition is turned back on.

AM/FM stereo single CD/MP3 Satellite Compatible system (if equipped)

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1. CD eject: Press to eject the CD/MP3.

2. CLK (Clock): Press CLK until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed. Press

MENU to adjust the

hours/minutes. Press CLK to display the time when the ignition is off.

3. MUTE: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media.

4. MENU: Press MENU repeatedly to scroll through the following

modes and use adjustment in those modes.

SATELLITE RADIO MENU (if equipped): Press MENU when

satellite radio mode is active to access. Press SEEK

into the satellite radio menu. Press following options:

• CATEGORY: Press SEEK MENU to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel

Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press SEEK category appears in the display. After a category is selected, press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only (i.e. ROCK). You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels. Press SEEK to the main menu.

• SAVE SONG: Press SEEK

the system’s memory. (If you try to save something other than a song, CANT SAVE will appear in the display.) When the chosen song is playing on any satellite radio channel, the system will alert you with an audible prompt. Press SEEK display and the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song. You can save up to 20 songs. If you attempt to save a song when the system is full, the display will read REPLACE SONG?

/ to make an

to enter

/ to cycle through the

to enter category mode. Press

when the desired

to close and return

to save the currently playing song in

while SONG ALERT is in the

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Press SEEK to access the saved songs and press MENU to cycle through the saved songs. When the song appears in the display

that you would like to replace, press SEEK will appear in the display.

• DELETE SONG: Press SEEK

memory. Press the song appears in the display that you would like to delete, press

SEEK SEEK

not want to delete the currently listed song, press select either RETURN or CANCEL.

Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS.

• DELETE ALL SONGS: Press SEEK

system’s memory. The display will read ARE YOU SURE ? Press SEEK read ALL DELETED. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS.

• ENABLE ALERTS / DISABLE ALERTS: Press SEEK

enable/disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when your selected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel. (The system default is disabled.) SONG ALERTS ENABLED/DISABLED will appear in the display. The menu listing will display the opposite state. For example, if you have chosen to enable the song alerts, the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on, so your other option is to turn them off.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

Autoset: Press for AM/FM1/FM2 without losing your original manually set preset

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

Bass: Press

. The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press

again and the display will read SONG DELETED. If you do

to confirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will

MENU to cycle through the saved songs. When

MENU to set the strongest local radio stations

MENU to decrease/increase the bass setting.

to delete a song from the system’s

. SONG REPLACED

MENU to

to delete all song’s from the

Treble: Press

MENU to decrease/increase the treble setting.

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

Fade: Press rear speakers.

Next/previous directory: In MP3 mode, press the previous/next directory.

Flat file/directory mode: In MP3 mode, use flat file mode or directory mode.

Normal / Track title / File name: Use display options (track #, normal music name or file name).

5. TUNE: Press to manually go

down/up ( frequency and also to select various

settings in menu mode.

6. SHUFF (Shuffle): Press to play

the current CD/MP3 tracks in random order. In MP3 directory mode, press to play the tracks within the current directory in random order.

7. REPEAT: Press to repeat the

current CD/MP3 track. The selection will repeat continuously until deactivated. Press REPEAT again to deactivate.

8. FF (Fast forward): Press to

manually advance in a CD/MP3 track.

9. REW (Rewind): Press to

manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track.

MENU to adjust the audio between the front and

MENU to go to

MENU to select

/ to scroll through MP3

/ ) the radio

REW

10. Memory presets: To set a

station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. To recall a previously set station, press the desired memory preset button briefly. You can save up to 18 stations, six in AM, six in FM1 and FM2.

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In satellite radio mode (if equipped), there are 18 available presets, six each for SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To save satellite channels in your memory presets, tune to the desired channel then press and hold a preset control until sound returns.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

11. SEEK/TRACK: Press to access

the previous/next ( station. In CD/MP3 mode, press to

advance to the previous/next

/ ) track.

(

/ ) strong

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press the previous/next channel. In CATEGORY MODE, press

that category. Press and hold previous /next channels. In TEXT MODE, press display text.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

12. TEXT/SCAN:In radio and CD

mode, press for a brief sampling of

radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop.

In MP3 mode, press and release to view the next 12 characters in the MP3 music name/file name of the current MP3 track and directory. Press and hold to hear a brief sampling of MP3 tracks. In MP3 directory mode, press and hold to hear a brief sampling of all tracks in the current directory. Press and hold again to stop.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and release to view the Satellite text message. Press and hold to hear a brief sampling of the next channels. Press and hold again to stop

13. AM/FM: Press to select

AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

SEEK to select a channel within

SEEK to fast seek through the

SEEK to view the previous/additional

SEEK to seek to

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14. AUX: Press repeatedly to scroll

through SAT1, SAT2, SAT3 (Satellite Radio modes, if equipped) and LINE IN (Auxiliary audio mode, if equipped). For further information on Auxiliary audio mode, refer to Auxiliary

input jack later in this chapter. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

15. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn

ON/OFF. Turn to increase/decrease volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.

16. CD: Press to enter CD/MP3

mode. If a CD/MP3 is already present in the system, the disc will begin to play.

17. CD slot: Insert a CD/MP3 label

side up.

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Premium and Audiophile In-dash CD6/MP3 disc satellite compatible audio systems (if equipped)

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1. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency bands.

2. CD: Press to enter CD/MP3 mode. If a CD/MP3 is already in the system, the disc will start playing.

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3. AUX: Press AUX repeatedly to cycle through SAT1, SAT2, SAT3 (Satellite radio modes, if equipped) and LINE IN (Auxiliary audio mode, if equipped). For more information on Auxiliary audio mode, refer to Auxiliary input

jack later in this chapter. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

4. EJ (CD eject): To eject an individual CD/MP3, press the eject control and select the correct slot number by pressing the corresponding memory preset. Press and hold to eject all loaded CDs.

5. CLK (Clock): Press CLK until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is

displayed. Press adjust the hours/minutes. Press CLK

to display the time when the ignition is off.

6. MUTE: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media.

7. MENU: Press MENU repeatedly to cycle through the following

modes and use adjustment in those modes.

SATELLITE RADIO MENU (if equipped): Press MENU when

satellite radio mode is active to access. Press SEEK

into the satellite radio menu. Press following options:

• CATEGORY: Press SEEK MENU to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel

Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press SEEK when the desired category appears in the display. After a category is selected, press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only (i.e.

MENU to

/ to make

to enter

/ to cycle through the

to enter category mode. Press

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ROCK). You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels. Press SEEK to the main menu.

• SAVE SONG: Press SEEK

display and the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song. You can save up to 20 songs. If you attempt to save a song when the system is full, the display will read REPLACE SONG?

Press SEEK cycle through the saved songs. When the song appears in the display

that you would like to replace, press SEEK will appear in the display.

• DELETE SONG: Press SEEK

memory. Press the song appears in the display that you would like to delete, press

SEEK . The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press SEEK

not want to delete the currently listed song, press select either RETURN or CANCEL.

Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS.

• DELETE ALL SONGS: Press SEEK

system’s memory. The display will read ARE YOU SURE ? Press SEEK read ALL DELETED. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS.

• ENABLE ALERTS / DISABLE ALERTS: Press SEEK

to access the saved songs and press MENU to

MENU to cycle through the saved songs. When

again and the display will read SONG DELETED. If you do

to confirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will

to save the currently playing song in

while SONG ALERT is in the

to delete a song from the system’s

to delete all song’s from the

to close and return

. SONG REPLACED

MENU to

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Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

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

MENU to access. Use When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1

will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets.

BASS: Press

MENU to decrease/increase the bass setting.

MENU to set.

TREBLE: Press

BALANCE: Press

and right speakers.

FADE: Press rear speakers.

Next/previous directory: In MP3 mode, press MENU the previous/next directory.

Flat file/directory mode: In MP3 mode, press MENU to access this feature. Use

Track #/ normal music name/file name: Press MENU to access and use music name or file name).

8. TUNE/DISC: Press to manually

go down/up ( frequency, or to access another CD.

Also use in menu mode to select various settings.

In CATEGORY ALL, press available SIRIUS channel categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.). Refer to

Category under Menu for further information.

9. SHUFF (Shuffle): Press to play

the tracks on the current CD/MP3 in random order. In MP3 directory mode, press to play the tracks within the current directory in random order.

/ to scroll through MP3 display options (track #, normal

MENU to decrease/increase the treble setting.

MENU to adjust the audio between the left

MENU to adjust the audio between the front and

/ to go to

MENU to select flat file mode or directory mode.

/ ) the radio

/ to scroll through the list of

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