FORD Taurus 1999 User Manual
Contents
Before driving
Introduction 2
Instrumentation 4
Controls and features 16
Seating and safety restraints 74
Starting and driving
Starting 102
Driving 107
Roadside emergencies 124
Servicing
Maintenance and care 141
Capacities and specifications 190
Customer assistance 200
Reporting safety defects 215
Index 216
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Introduction
ICONS
Indicates a safety alert.
Read the following
section on Warnings.
Indicates vehicle
information related to
recycling and other
environmental
concerns will follow.
Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of
waste cleaning and lubrication materials are
significant steps towards protecting the
environment.
Indicates a message
regarding child safety
restraints. Refer to
Seating and safety
restraints for more information.
Indicates that this
Owner Guide contains
information on this
subject. Please refer to
the Index to locate the appropriate section which
will provide you more information.
WARNINGS
Warnings provide information which may reduce the
risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage
to others, your vehicle and its equipment.
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.
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Introduction
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 natural flexible fuel vehicles
Before you drive your vehicle, be sure to read the
“Flexible Fuel Vehicle Owner’s Guide Supplement”.
This book contains important operation and
maintenance information.
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Instrumentation
Headlamp control
(pg. 16)
Trunk
release —
sedan only
(pg. 57)
Rear window
wiper and washer
— wagon only
(pg. 50)
Parking brake
release
(pg. 109)
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FUEL DOOR>
EFC
SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
LOW
THEFT
COOLANT
Driver side
air bag
(pg. 88)
Turn signal and
wiper/washer
control
(pg. 49)
Instrument
cluster
(pg. 6)
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CRUISE
ABS
O/D
OFF
Speed
control
(pg. 45)
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6
7
P!
BRAKE
4
Electronic
sound system
(pg. 29)
Instrumentation
Passenger side
air bag
(pg. 89)
FM 12
AMC
AM
BL RF
FM
VOL
PUSH-ON
SEEK
SCAN
TUNE
2
1
LO
MH
w
BASS
EJECT
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VENT
A/C
MAX
A/C
HI
TREB
REW
FF
BAL
FADE
TAPE SIDE
TAPE
w
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5
R-DEF
Climate control
systems
(pg. 18)
Gearshift
(pg. 111)
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Instrumentation
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
Standard instrument cluster
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ABS
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BRAKE
CRUISE
Optional instrument cluster
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ENGINE
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BRAKE
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CRUISE
ABS
Turn signal
Illuminates when the
left or right turn signal
or the hazard lights are
turned on. If one or
both of the indicators stay on continuously or flash
faster, check for a burned-out turn signal bulb. Refer
to Exterior bulbs in the Maintenance and care
chapter.
High beams
Illuminates when the
high beam headlamps
are turned on.
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Instrumentation
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.
Door ajar
Illuminates when the
ignition is in the ON or
START position and
any door is open.
Service engine soon
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). The OBD II system
protects the environment by ensuring that your
vehicle continues to meet government emission
standards. The OBD II system also assists the
service technician in properly servicing your vehicle.
The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates
when the ignition is first turned to the ON position
to check the bulb. If it comes on after the engine is
started, one of the engine’s emission control systems
may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate
without a driveability concern being noted. The
vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require
towing.
What you should do if the Service Engine Soon
light illuminates
Light turns on solid:
This means that the OBD II system has detected a
malfunction.
SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
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Instrumentation
Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service
Engine Soon light to illuminate. Examples are:
1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may
misfire or run poorly.)
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.
3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed
and securely tightened.
These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by
filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and/or
properly installing and securely tightening the gas
cap. After three driving cycles without these or any
other temporary malfunctions present, the Service
Engine Soon light should turn off. (A driving cycle
consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed
city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is
required.
If the Service Engine Soon light remains on, have
your vehicle serviced at the first available
opportunity.
Light is blinking:
Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your
catalytic converter. You should drive in a moderate
fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration)
and have your vehicle serviced at the first available
opportunity.
Under engine misfire conditions, excessive
exhaust temperatures could damage the
catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor
coverings or other vehicle components, possibly
causing a fire.
Low fuel
Illuminates as an early
reminder of a low fuel
condition indicated on
the fuel gauge. The
light comes on when there is approximately 1/16th
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Instrumentation
of a tank indicated on the fuel gauge (refer to Fuel
gauge in this chapter for more information). The
ignition must be in the ON position for this lamp to
illuminate. The lamp will also illuminate for several
seconds after the ignition is turned to the ON
position regardless of the fuel level.
Low coolant (if equipped)
This lamp will
illuminate when the
engine coolant inside
the reservoir is low.
This lamp will come on
when the ignition is first turned on, but then should
turn off. If the lamp stays on, you should check the
coolant level inside the reservoir. For instructions on
adding coolant, see Engine coolant in the
Maintenance and care chapter.
Anti-theft system (if equipped)
Refer to Perimeter
alarm system (if
equipped) and
SecuriLocky passive
anti-theft system in the Controls and features
chapter.
LOW
COOLANT
THEFT
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped)
Momentarily illuminates
when the ignition is
turned on and the
engine is off. If the
light does not illuminate momentarily at start up,
remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to
be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock
brake system is disabled and normal braking is still
effective unless the brake warning light also remains
illuminated with parking brake released.
ABS
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Instrumentation
Speed control (if equipped)
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 is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF
position.
Brake system warning
Momentarily illuminates
when the ignition is
turned to the ON
position, the engine is
off and the parking brake is engaged. If the brake
warning lamp does not illuminate at this time, seek
service immediately. Illumination after releasing the
parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the
brake system should be inspected immediately.
Engine oil pressure
Momentarily illuminates
when the ignition is
turned to the ON
position and the engine
is off. Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below
the normal range. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely
possible and switch off the engine immediately.
Check the oil level and add oil if needed. Refer to
Engine oil in the Maintenance and Care chapter.
CRUISE
P!
BRAKE
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.
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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 warning chime
Chimes to remind you to fasten your safety belts.
For information on the safety belt warning chime,
refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning
chime
For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to
the Seating and safety restraints chapter.
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.
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Instrumentation
GAUGES
Standard instrument cluster gauges
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COOLANT
+–
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Optional instrument cluster gauges
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SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
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COOLANT
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Speedometer
Indicates the current vehicle speed.
• Standard instrument
cluster
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Instrumentation
• Optional instrument
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Tachometer
Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per
minute.
• Standard instrument
cluster
• Optional instrument
cluster
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Driving with your tachometer pointer in the red
zone may damage the engine.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Indicates the
temperature of the
engine coolant. At
normal operating
temperature, the
H
C
needle remains within
the normal area (the
area between the “H”
and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is
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Instrumentation
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.
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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Instrumentation
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.
A minimum of six gallons must be added or removed
from the fuel tank in order for the gauge to
instantaneously update. If less than six gallons is the
change, the gauge will take between five to ten
minutes to update.
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E
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Controls and features
HEADLAMP CONTROL
Rotate the headlamp
control to the first
position to turn on the
parking lamps. Rotate
to the second position
to also turn on the
headlamps.
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To
activate:
• the ignition must be in the ON position and
• the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking
lamps position.
Always remember to turn on your
headlamps at dusk or during inclement
weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL)
System does not activate your tail lamps and
generally may not provide adequate lighting during
these conditions. Failure to activate your
headlamps under these conditions may result in a
collision.
PANEL
DIM
AUTO
LAMP
P
High beams
Push forward to
activate.
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Controls and features
Flash to pass
Pull toward you to
activate and release to
deactivate.
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
Use to adjust the
brightness of the
instrument panel
during headlamp and
parklamp operation.
• Rotate up to
brighten.
• Rotate down to dim.
• Rotate to full up position (past detent) to turn on
interior lamps.
PANEL
DIM
AUTO
LAMP
P
AUTOLAMP CONTROL
The autolamp system
provides light sensitive
PANEL
DIM
AUTO
LAMP
P
automatic on-off
control of the exterior
lights normally
controlled by the
headlamp control.
The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a
preselected period of time after the ignition switch
is turned to OFF.
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Controls and features
• To turn autolamps on, rotate the control up. The
preselected time lapse is adjustable up to
approximately three minutes by continuing to
rotate the control upward.
• To turn autolamps off, rotate the control down
until it clicks.
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
Clears the rear window of thin ice and fog. To
operate:
1. Turn the ignition to the ON position.
2. Press and release
the control once to
turn on. The light will
be lit while the rear
window defroster is on.
3. Press and release the control again to turn off.
The defroster will automatically turn off after fifteen
minutes.
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
Manual heating and air conditioning system
(if equipped)
R-DEF
LO
A/C
MAX
A/C
HI
Fan speed control
Controls the volume of
air circulated in the
vehicle.
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VENT
OFF
R-DEF
LO
HI
Controls and features
Temperature control knob
Controls the
temperature of the
airflow inside the
vehicle.
Mode selector control
OFF
Controls the direction
of the airflow to the
inside of the vehicle.
The air conditioning
compressor will operate in all modes except VENT
and
. However, the air conditioning will only
function if the outside temperature is about 10°C
(50°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.
Under normal conditions, your vehicle’s climate
control system should be left in any position other
than MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked.
This allows the vehicle to “breathe” through the
outside air inlet duct. In snowy or dirty conditions,
leave the mode selector in the OFF position.
• 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.
•
VENT-Distributes outside air through the instrument
panel registers. However, the air will not be cooled
below the outside temperature because the air
conditioning does not operate in this mode.
VENT
A/C
MAX
A/C
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Controls and features
• 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.
•
•
•
• -Distributes outside air through the
(Panel and floor)-Distributes outside air
through the instrument panel registers and the
floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning
capabilities are provided in this mode. For added
customer comfort, when the temperature control
knob is anywhere in between the full hot and full
cold positions, the air distributed through the
floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air
sent to the instrument panel registers.
(Floor)-Allows for maximum heating by
distributing outside air through the floor ducts.
However, the air will not be cooled below the
outside temperature because the air conditioning
does not operate in this mode.
(Floor and defrost)-Distributes outside air
through the windshield defroster ducts and the
floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning
capabilities are provided in this mode. For added
customer comfort, 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. If the
temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the
air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the
air to reduce fogging.
windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear
ice or fog from the windshield. If the temperature
is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner
will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce
fogging.
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Controls and features
Operating tips
• In humid weather, select before driving. This
will prevent your windshield from fogging. After a
few minutes, select any desired position.
• To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle,
don’t drive with the climate control system in the
OFF position.
• Don’t put objects under the front seat that will
interfere with the airflow to the back seats.
• Remove any snow,
ice or leaves from
the air intake area
(at the bottom of
the windshield
under the hood).
• If the air conditioner works well in MAX A/C, but
not in A/C, this may indicate that the cabin air
filter (if equipped) needs to be replaced.
• If your vehicle has been parked with the windows
closed during hot weather, the air conditioner will
do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for
two or three minutes with the windows open. This
will force most of the hot, stale air out of the
vehicle. Then operate your air conditioner as you
would normally.
• When placing objects on top of your instrument
panel, be careful to not place them over the
defroster outlets. These objects can block airflow
and reduce your ability to see through your
windshield. Also, avoid placing small objects on
top of your instrument panel. These objects can
fall down into the defroster outlets and block
airflow and possibly damage your climate control
system.
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Controls and features
Do not place objects on top of the
instrument panel, as these objects may
become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.
Electronic Automatic Temperature Control
(EATC) system (if equipped)
VENT
OFF
MAX
AUTO
A/C
TEMP
OUT
SIDE
—+
F-DEF
R-DEF
—+
TEMP
AUTO
F
The EATC system will maintain a selected
temperature and automatically control airflow. You
can override automatic operation with any of the
override controls or the fan speed control.
Turning the EATC on
VENT
OFF
MAX
AUTO
A/C
TEMP
OUT
SIDE
—+
F-DEF
R-DEF
—+
TEMP
AUTO
F
Press AUTO, any of the override controls or the fan
speed control. The EATC will only operate when the
ignition is in the ON position.
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Controls and features
Turning the EATC off
Press OFF. The
Outside Temperature
function will continue
to operate until the
ignition is turned off.
Automatic operation
Press AUTO 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 fresh
outside air or recirculated air is required. Fan speed
remains automatic unless the fan speed control is
pressed.
When in AUTO 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
1
⁄2minutes or less, the fan speed will
start to increase 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 (
)if
automatic fan speed is not desired.
VENT
AUTO
AUTO
OFF
MAX
A/C
FAN
TEMP
OUT
SIDE
• • •
F
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Controls and features
To control the
temperature, select any
temperature between
18°C (65°F) and 29°C
(85°F) by pressing the
—+
F-DEF
R-DEF
—+
TEMP
temperature control.
For continuous maximum cooling, push the
temperature control 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 temperature control.
For continuous maximum heating, push the
temperature control 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 temperature control.
Temperature conversion
—+
F-DEF
R-DEF
—+
TEMP
AUTO
C
VENT
OFF
MAX
AUTO
A/C
TEMP
OUT
SIDE
Press MAX A/C and F at the same time (until
the display changes) to switch between Fahrenheit
and Celsius.
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Controls and features
Fan speed ( )
When AUTO is
pressed, fan speed is
adjusted automatically
for existing conditions.
—+
F-DEF
You can override fan
speed at any time. To
control fan speed
manually, press the fan
control to cancel automatic fan speed operation.
Press the control up for higher fan speed or down
for lower fan speed.
The display will show
and a bar graph to
AUTO
indicate manual fan
operation and relative
speed.
FAN
To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO.
Manual override controls
R-DEF
—+
TEMP
F
• • •
VENT
OFF
MAX
AUTO
A/C
TEMP
OUT
SIDE
—+
F-DEF
R-DEF
—+
TEMP
AUTO
F
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 control, press
AUTO.
The air conditioning compressor will operate in all
modes except
and . It will also operate only
when required when AUTO has been selected.
However, the air conditioning will only function if
the outside temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or
higher.
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Controls and features
Since the air conditioner removes considerable
moisture from the air during operation, it is normal
if clear water drips on the ground under the air
conditioner drain while the system is working and
even after you have stopped the vehicle.
Under normal conditions, your vehicle’s climate
control system should be left in any position other
than MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked.
This allows the vehicle to “breathe” through the
outside air inlet duct. Prior to turning off the
ignition in snowy or dirty conditions, ensure that the
climate control system is turned off.
• F
windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear
ice or fog from the windshield. If the outside air
temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the
air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the
air to reduce fogging.
•
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 10°C (50°F) or
higher, the air conditioner will automatically
dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.
•
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.
•
instrument panel registers. However, the air
cannot be cooled below the outside temperature
because the air conditioning does not operate in
this mode.
-Distributes outside air through the
-Distributes outside air through the
-Allows for maximum heating by distributing
-Distributes outside air through the
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Controls and features
• -
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.
• MAX A/C-
Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle.
The temperature will remain unchanged and air will
be cooled based on the selected temperature. 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.
• 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.
Displaying outside temperature
Press OUTSIDE TEMP
to display the outside
air temperature. It will
be displayed until
OUTSIDE TEMP is
pressed again or until
VENT
OFF
MAX
AUTO
A/C
TEMP
OUT
SIDE
any other control is
pressed. When the
EATC system is off and OUTSIDE TEMP is pressed,
the outside temperature will only be displayed for
four seconds.
The outside temperature reading is most accurate
when the vehicle is moving. Higher readings may be
obtained when the vehicle is not moving. The
readings that you get may not agree with
temperatures given on the radio due to differences
in vehicle and station locations.
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Controls and features
Operating tips
• In humid weather, select F before driving.
This will reduce your windshield from fogging.
After a few minutes, select any desired position.
• To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle,
don’t drive with the climate control system in the
OFF position.
• Don’t put objects under the front seat that will
interfere with the airflow to the back seats.
• Remove any snow,
ice or leaves from
the air intake area
(at the bottom of
the windshield).
• If your vehicle has been parked with the windows
closed during hot weather, the air conditioner will
do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for
two or three minutes with the windows open. This
will force most of the hot, stale air out of the
vehicle. Then operate the air conditioner as you
would normally.
• If the air conditioner works well in MAX A/C but
not in normal A/C, this may indicate that the
cabin air filter (if equipped) needs to be replaced.
• When placing objects on top of your instrument
panel, be careful to not place them over the
defroster outlets. These objects can block airflow
and reduce your ability to see through your
windshield. Also, avoid placing small objects on
top of your instrument panel. These objects can
fall down into the defroster outlets and block
airflow and possibly damage your climate control
system.
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Controls and features
Do not place objects on top of the
instrument panel, as these objects may
become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.
USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM
AM/FM Stereo
FM 12
AMC
AM
BL RF
FM
VOL
PUSH-ON
TUNE
1
SCAN
SEEK
3
2
Volume/power control
Press the control to
turn the audio system
on or off.
Turn control to raise or
lower volume.
ST
w
4
MH
5
VOL
PUSH-ON
BASS
TREB
BAL
6
FADE
VOL
PUSH-ON
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Controls and features
If the volume is set above a certain level and the
ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on
at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition
switch is turned back on. If you wish to maintain
your preset volume level, turn the audio system off
with the power control before switching off the
ignition.
AM/FM select
The AM/FM select
control works in radio
mode.
VOL
PUSH-ON
AM/FM select in radio mode
This control allows you to select AM or FM
frequency bands. Press the control to switch
between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations.
Tune adjust
The tune control works
in radio.
TUNE
AM
FM
Tune adjust in radio mode
• Press the to move to the next frequency down
the band (whether or not a listenable station is
located there). Hold the control to move through
the frequencies quickly.
• Press the right side of the control to move to the
next frequency up the band (whether or not a
listenable station is located there). Hold for quick
movement.
Seek function
The seek function
control works in radio
mode.
SEEK
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