Lincoln Continental 1997 User Manual

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Ford’s Commitment to You
At Ford Motor Company, excellence is the continuous commitment to achieve the best result possible. It is dedication to learning what you want, determination to develop the right concept, and execution of that concept with care, precision, and attention to detail. In short, excellence means being the standard by which others are judged.
Our Guiding Principles
Quality comes first. For your satisfaction, the
quality of our products and services must be our number one priority.
You are the focus of everything we do. Our
work must be done with you in mind, providing better products and services than our competition.
Continuous improvement is essential to our
success. We must strive for excellence in everything we do: in our products — in their safety and value — and in our services, our human relations, our competitiveness, and our profitability.
Employee involvement is our way of life.
We are a team. We must treat one another with trust and respect.
Dealers and suppliers are our partners. We
must maintain mutually beneficial relationships with dealers, suppliers, and our other business associates.
Integrity is never compromised. Our conduct
worldwide must be pursued in a manner that is socially responsible and commands respect for its integrity and for its positive contributions to society.
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ThingstoKnowAboutUsingThis Guide
Congratulationsonthepurchaseofyournew vehicle.Thisguidehasinformationaboutthe equipmentandtheoptionsforyournewvehicle. Youmaynothaveboughtalloftheoptions availabletoyou.Ifyoudonotknowwhich informationappliestoyourvehicle,talktoyour dealer.
Thisguidedescribesequipmentandgives specificationsforequipmentthatwasineffectwhen thisguidewasapprovedforprinting.Fordmay discontinuemodelsorchangespecificationsor designwithoutanynoticeandwithoutincurring obligation.
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NOTESandWARNINGS
NOTESgiveyouadditionalinformationaboutthe
subjectmatteryouarereferencing. WARNINGSremindyoutobeespeciallycarefulin
thoseareaswherecarelessnesscancausedamageto yourvehicleorpersonalinjurytoyourself,your passengersorotherpeople.Pleasereadall WARNINGScarefully.
WARNING
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Finding Information in This Guide
After you have read this guide once, you will probably return to it when you have a specific question or need additional information. To help you find specific information quickly, you can use the Quick Index or the Index.
The Quick Index at the end of the book provides a page number following each item which indicates where detailed information can be found.
To use the Index, turn to the back of the book and search in the alphabetical listing for the word that best describes the information you need. If the word you chose is not listed, think of other related words and look them up. We have designed the Index so that you can find information under a technical term.
Canadian Owners — French Version
French Owner Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. Box 1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3.
The Lincoln Commitment
The Lincoln Commitment is more than the prestige of owning a superior luxury automobile, it is a comprehensive owner benefits package that is designed to provide you with services to support your every driving need. Refer to the Lincoln Commitment brochure for more information.
Your Maintenance Schedule and Record Booklet
The Maintenance Schedule booklet lists the services that are most important for keeping your vehicle in good condition. A record log is also provided to help you keep track of all services performed.
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About the Warranties
Your vehicle is covered by three types of warranties: Basic Vehicle Warranty, Extended Warranties on certain parts, and Emissions Warranties.
Read your Warranty Information Booklet carefully to find out about your vehicle’s warranties and your basic rights and responsibilities.
If you lose your Warranty Information Booklet, you can get a new one free of charge. Contact any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer, or refer to the addresses and phone numbers on the first page of this Owner’s Guide.
More Protection for Your Vehicle
You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing a Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP). Ford ESP is the only extended service program with the Ford name on it and the only service contract backed by Ford Motor Company.
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Ford ESP is an optional service contract, backed and administered by Ford. It provides:
protection against repair costs after your Bumper
to Bumper Warranty expires; and other benefits during the warranty period (such
as: reimbursement for rentals; coverage for certain maintenance and wear items).
You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating Ford Motor Company dealer. There are several Ford ESP plans available in various time-and-mileage combinations. Each plan can be tailored to fit your own driving needs, including reimbursement benefits for towing and rental. (In Hawaii, rules vary. See your dealer for details.)
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When you buy Ford ESP, you receive peace-of-mind protection throughout the United States and Canada, provided by a network of more than 5,100 participating Ford Motor Company dealers.
NOTE: Repairs performed outside the United States and Canada are not eligible for ESP coverage.
This information is subject to change. Ask your dealer for complete details about Ford ESP coverage.
Breaking Your Vehicle In
Your new vehicle goes through an adjustment or break-in period during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) that you drive it. During the break-in period, you need to pay careful attention to how you drive your vehicle.
Avoid sudden stops. Because your vehicle has
new brake linings, you should take these steps:
—Watch traffic carefully so that you can
anticipate when to stop.
—Begin braking well in advance. —Apply the brakes gradually.
The break-in period for new brake linings lasts for 100 miles (160 km) of city driving or 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of highway driving.
Use only the type of engine oil that Ford
recommends. See Engine oil recommendations in the Index. Do not use special “break-in” oils.
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Instrumentation

The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle is divided into several different sections. The illustrations on the following pages show the major parts of the instrument panel that are described in this chapter. Some items shown may not be on all vehicles.
The main controls for the climate control system, clock, and radio are on the instrument panel.
If you have radio transmitting equipment in your vehicle, be aware that it can interfere with your vehicle’s electrical system and may cause the instrumentation and/or convenience products to have temporary, abnormal operation.
NOTE: Any cleaner or polish that increases the gloss (shine) of the upper part of the instrument panel should be avoided. The dull finish in this area is to help protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection.
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Instrument panel
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Instrument cluster
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The following warning lights and gauges are on the instrument cluster. All of the warning lights and gauges alert you to possible problems with your vehicle.
Indicator Lights and Chimes
Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime
This warning light and chime remind you to fasten your safety belt. The following conditions will take place:
If the safety belt is not buckled when the
ignition is turned to the ON position, the chime will turn on for four (4) to eight (8) seconds and the light will come on for one to two minutes.
If the safety belt is buckled while the light is on
and the chime is sounding, both the light and chime will turn off.
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If the safety belt is buckled before the ignition
is turned to the ON position, neither the light nor the chime will come on.
Brake System Warning Light
The warning light for the brakes can show two things — that the parking brake is not fully released, or that the brake fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir. If the fluid level is low, the brake system should be checked by your dealer or a qualified service technician.
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Thislightcomesonwhentheparkingbrakeisset, orifitisnotset,itcomesonbrieflywhenyou turntheignitiontotheSTARTposition.Itnormally goesoffshortlyaftertheenginestartsandyou releasetheparkingbrake.Ifthelightstaysonafter youhavefullyreleasedtheparkingbrake,havethe hydraulicbrakesystemservicedbyyourdealerora qualifiedservicetechnician.
WARNING
TheBRAKElightindicatesthatthe brakesmaynotbeworkingproperly. Havethebrakescheckedimmediately.
Anti-LockBrakeSystemWarningLight
Thislightcomesonforafewsecondswhenyou turntheignitionkeytotheSTARTposition.It shouldgooffshortlyaftertheenginestarts.Ifit staysonlongerthanfive(5)seconds,itindicates thatyouranti-lockbrakesystemmaynotbe workingproperly.Normalbrakingisnotaffected unlesstheBRAKEsystemwarninglightalsoremains onforlongerthansix(6)seconds.Youshouldhave yourvehicleservicedimmediatelybyyourdealeror qualifiedservicetechniciantorestorethebenefitsof theanti-lockfeature.SeeAnti-lockbrakesinthe Indexformoreinformation.
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Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light indicates the engine’s oil pressure, not the oil level. However, if your engine’s oil level is low, it could affect the oil pressure. The light will come on briefly when you turn your key to the START and ON position. The light should stay off when the engine is running with normal oil pressure. If the light comes on while the engine is running, you have lost oil pressure and continued operation will cause severe engine damage.
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If you lose engine oil pressure:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible.
2. Shut off the engine immediately or severe engine damage could result.
3. Check the engine’s oil level, following the instructions on checking and adding engine oil, see Engine Oil in the Index. If you do not follow these instructions, you or others could be injured. To assure an accurate reading, your car should be on level ground.
4. If the level is low, add only as much oil as necessary before you start the engine again. Do not overfill. Do not operate the engine if the light is on, regardless of the oil level. Contact your nearest dealer for further service actions.
For more information about adding oil, see Adding engine oil in the Maintenance and Care chapter.
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Traction ControlH Active Light (If equipped)
This light comes on when the Traction ControlH system begins applying and releasing the brakes and adjusting the engine characteristics to limit a wheelspin condition.
It will be lit for a minimum of six seconds or for the duration of the Traction ControlH event.
Charging System Light
This light indicates that your battery is not being charged and that you need to have the electrical system checked.
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This light illuminates every time you turn the ignition to the ON or START position (engine off). The light should go off when the engine starts and the alternator begins to charge.
If the light stays on or illuminates when the engine is running, have the electrical system checked as soon as possible.
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
When you push the turn signal lever up before making a right turn, the right side arrow on the instrument panel flashes.
When you push the turn signal lever down before making a left turn, the left side arrow on the instrument panel flashes.
Usually, the turn signals turn off automatically after you turn your vehicle. If the turn signal continues to flash after you have made the turn, push the lever back to the OFF position.
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If one or both of your turn indicators do not flash or stay on continuously, have them serviced as soon as possible. In the meantime, be sure to use the accepted hand signals.
Service Engine Soon Warning Light
This light illuminates when the engine’s Emission Control System requires service. It will also illuminate when the ignition key is in the ON position and the engine is off.
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High Beam Light
This light illuminates when the headlamps are turned to high beam or when you flash the lights.
Chime for Headlamps On
This chime sounds if the driver or any passenger door is open when the parking lamps or headlamps are on. The chime sounds until you close the door, turn off the lamps or turn the ignition to the ON position.
Air Bag Readiness Light
The air bag system uses a readiness light and a tone to indicate the condition of the system. The readiness light is in the instrument cluster. When you turn the ignition key to the ON position, this light will light up for six (6) seconds and then turn off. This indicates that the system is operating normally. NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance of the air bag system is not required.
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If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash, remains on, or you hear a beeping sound, have the system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately.
Anti-Theft Alarm Light (If equipped)
This light flashes on and off when the ignition is turned to the OFF position and any door is opened. As soon as you lock the doors, the light glows steadily. Within 30 seconds of closing all the doors, the light goes out. This indicates that the alarm system is armed.
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See Anti-Theft System in the Controls and Features chapter for more information.
The Instrument Cluster
In addition to warning lights, the instrument cluster has a message center/odometer, a speedometer, tachometer, fuel and coolant temperature gauges.
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Odometer
The odometer tells you the total number of miles (kilometers) your vehicle has been driven.
If the odometer displays the word Error, please contact your dealer for service.
Speedometer
The speedometer tells you how many miles (kilometers) per hour your vehicle is moving.
Tachometer
The tachometer displays the approximate engine revolutions per minute (rpm), or how fast the engine is running.
You can drive your vehicle at most rpm points on the tachometer but you must stay out of the red zone.
If you drive with the tachometer in the red zone, you may damage the engine.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level or mixture, the gauge indication will not be accurate.
The pointer moves from the C (cold) mark into the NORMAL band as the engine coolant warms up. It is acceptable for the pointer to fluctuate within the NORMAL band under normal driving conditions. Under certain driving conditions such as, heavy stop and go traffic, or driving up hills in hot weather, the pointer may indicate at the top of the NORMAL band.
If, under any circumstances, the pointer moves above the NORMAL band, the engine is overheating and continued operation may cause engine damage.
If your engine overheats:
1. Pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible.
2. Turn off the engine.
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3. Let the engine cool. DO NOT REMOVE
COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL.
4. Check the coolant level following the instructions on checking and adding coolant to your engine, see Engine Coolant in the Index. If you do not follow these instructions, you or others could be injured.
If the coolant continues to overheat, have the coolant system serviced as soon as possible.
Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel you have in the fuel tank. The ignition switch must be in the OFF position while filling the tank with at least three gallons (11 liters) for the fuel gauge to indicate the new level. If the ignition is left ON or less than 3 gallons (11 liters) of fuel are added the fuel gauge will not immediately indicate the new fuel level. The gauge will gradually correct itself to indicate the true fuel level.
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The Electronic Message Center (M/C)
The Electronic Message Center only works when the ignition is in the ON position.
Each time the M/C is powered the display goes through a self test by displaying the PLEASE FASTEN SEATBELT message. This self test is used to stabilize the systems before reporting the status to you.
The message center tells you about the condition of your vehicle by two methods:
operator selectable features
continuous warning reporting of monitored
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You can select different features for the M/C to display by using the message center control buttons located to the right of the instrument cluster. You will hear a tone when you press one of these buttons. However, if the M/C detects a warning from any of the monitored systems, then the M/C will display the appropriate warning message.
Operator Selectable Features
Cluster Control Buttons and Message Center Control Buttons
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These features are controlled by the message center (M/C) control buttons located to the right of the instrument cluster.
System Check
Pressing the SYSTEM CHECK button causes the M/C to cycle through a status of each of the systems being monitored. For each of the monitored systems, the M/C will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for three seconds. The sequence of the system check report is as follows:
Washer Fluid Level
Ride Control
Oil Level
Engine Coolant Level
Voltage Level
Engine Temperature
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Doors Closed (Driver and Right Side)
Trunk Closed
Exterior Lamps (Head, Front Turn, Brake and
Tail) Distance to Empty
Fuel Level
Traction Control (if equipped)
System Warnings
System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle’s operating systems. There are up to 18 warning messages which can be displayed by the M/C to show the status of the monitored systems. The M/C will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages. This allows you to use the full functionality of the M/C after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET button and clearing the warning message.
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Warning messages that have been reset are divided into two categories. They will reappear on the display ten minutes from the reset or they will not reappear until an ignition OFF-ON cycle has been completed. This reappearing of warning messages is a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle.
E/M
A press of this button allows you to change the M/C and the Electronic Climate control unit from English to Metric Units. When you press this button all displays change from English to Metric or Metric to English units. The displays remain in the units you have chosen until you change them again even after you turn off the vehicle and start it again.
TRIP
Pressing this button will display the first of two trip odometers. Pressing it again will display the second Trip Odometer. Pressing RESET will clear ony that Trip odometer which is displayed.
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DTE/ECON
Pressing this button a first time will display approximately how many miles you can drive before you run out of fuel, or in other words the Distance To Empty (DTE). To ensure accuracy, turn the ignition OFF when you fill the tank.
Pressing this button a second time will allow you to display your Average Fuel Economy in miles/gallon or liters/100 kilometers. Your M/C computes this figure using the distance traveled and rate of fuel used information. If you want to reset this feature, press the RESET button while the Average Fuel Economy feature is displayed.
NOTE: DTE (Distance to Empty) is calculated using a “Running Average Fuel Economy” initialized by the factory. This value is not the same as the Average Fuel Economy Display. The Running Average Economy is based on more than 500 miles (800 km) of driving history. Also the factory default for Running Average Economy is reinitialized if the battery is disconnected.
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If the FUEL LEVEL ERROR message is displayed this means that there is a problem with the fuel indication system and you should contact your dealer for service as soon as possible.
RESET
A press of the RESET button will allow you to reset the current feature displayed. Warnings, Average Fuel Economy, and Trip odometers are the only features which respond to the RESET button. Distance to Empty (DTE), RIDE/STEER and MENU are unaffected by pressing the RESET switch.
DISPLAY
Pressing this button will cause the message center display to turn off. Pressing it again will cause the display to come on again. Warnings override an off display and must be reset in order for the display to be off again.
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RIDE/STEER
Pressing this button once will allow you to adjust your RIDE CONTROL settings, between NORMAL, PLUSH and FIRM. The settings are changed by pressing the SELECT button while RIDE CONTROL is displayed.
Pressing the RIDE/STEER button a second time will allow you to adjust the STEERING EFFORT settings between NORMAL, LOW, and HIGH. The settings are changed by pressing the SELECT button while STEERING EFFORT is displayed.
NOTE: The combination of FIRM RIDE CONTROL and LOW STEERING EFFORT is undesirable and cannot be selected.
MENU
Pressing this button will allow you to change various convenience settings throughout the vehicle. The settings for each feature are changed by pressing the SELECT button.
Pressing the MENU button once will allow you to enable or disable the EXPRESS WINDOW feature. This feature allows one tap down operation on the driver’s window using the window switch on the driver’s door armrest.
Pressing MENU again will allow you to enable or disable the AUTO DOOR LOCK feature. This feature automatically locks all doors when the driver shifts out of PARK, all doors are closed, the driver’s seat is occupied, and the vehicle is traveling over three mph (5 km/h).
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Pressing MENU again will allow you to enable or disable the HORN CHIRP feature. When HORN CHIRP is ON the horn will briefly sound when the Remote Entry Key Fob LOCK button is pressed. This verifies the doors have been locked and the ANTI-THEFT system has been armed (if equipped).
Pressing MENU again will allow you to enable or disable the SEAT ACCESS feature. When ON, the driver’s seat will move back 2 inches (5 cm) or to end of seat travel when the vehicle is turned off and the ignition key is removed. Upon the driver entering the vehicle and closing the door, the seat will move forward to its previous position.
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Pressing MENU again will allow you to enable or disable the REVERSE MIRRORS feature. When ON, the outside rearview mirrors tilt down when the gearshift is placed in R (Reverse). This provides for an improved view of the side of the vehicle and curb area when backing up. When you shift out of REVERSE the mirrors return to their previous positions.
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Electronic Sound Systems

Luxury Audio System (Analog)
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Luxury Audio System (Digital)
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Luxury Audio System
Using the Controls on Your New Radio
How to turn the radio on and off
Press the “VOL/PUSH ON” knob to turn the radio on. Press again to turn it off.
How to adjust the volume
Turn the “VOL/PUSH ON” knob clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume.
NOTE: If the volume is set above a certain level when the ignition is turned off, the volume level will reset to a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. However, if the radio is turned off with the “VOL/PUSH ON” knob, the volume will not reset and will stay at the same level when the radio is turned back on.
Selecting the AM or FM frequency band
Push the “AM” or “FM1/FM2” button to select the desired frequency band. Pushing the “FM1/FM2” button more than once will alternate between FM1 and FM2. These functions are used with the memory preset buttons described under How to tune radio stations.
How to tune radio stations
There are four ways for you to tune in a particular station. You can use the “TUNE”, “SEEK”, “SCAN” or memory buttons.
Using the “TUNE” function
You can change the frequency up or down one increment at a time by pressing and releasing either the left (b) or right (a) side of the “TUNE” or “TUNE DISCS” button. To change frequencies quickly, press and hold down either the right or left side of the button.
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Manual tuning adjusts your radio to any allowable broadcast frequency, whether or not a station is present on that frequency. (See All About Radio Frequencies in this section.)
Using the “SEEK” function
Press the rightaside of the “SEEK” button to select the next listenable station up the frequency band. Press the leftbside of the button to select the next listenable station down the frequency band. By holding the button down, listenable stations can be passed over to reach the desired station.
Using the “SCAN” function
Pressing the “SCAN” button will begin the scan mode up the frequency band, stopping on each listenable station for approximately five seconds.
To stop the scan mode on the presently sampled station, press the “SCAN” button again.
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Setting the station MEMORY PRESET buttons
Your radio is equipped with 6 station memory buttons. These buttons can be used to select up to 6 preset AM stations and 12 FM stations (6 in FM1 and 6 in FM2)
1. Select a band, then select a frequency.
2. Press one of the memory buttons and hold until the sound returns and the lamp above the memory button lights up. That memory button is now set.
3. Follow the above steps for each memory preset button.
NOTE: Custom memory presets can be recalled using the keyless entry system. See Memory Profile System in the Features chapter.
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Using the Automatic Memory Store feature (“AUTOSET”)
If the memory buttons have been set, either by using the Auto Memory Load feature or if you have set them manually, the system is prepared to let you use a convenient feature called Automatic Memory Store.
With Auto Memory Store, you can continually set strong stations into your memory buttons without losing your originally set stations. Your radio will automatically set your memory buttons to the strong local stations.
Activate Auto Memory Store by pushing the “AUTOSET” button once. Your radio will set the first six strong stations of the band you are in (AM, FM1 or FM2) into the memory buttons. The display will flash “AUTO” and display the autoset icon “A” while the stations are being set in the memory buttons.
NOTE: If there are less than six strong stations in the frequency band, the remaining unfilled buttons will store the last strong station detected on the band. After all stations have been filled, the radio will begin playing the station stored on memory button 1.
To deactivate the Auto Memory Store mode and return to the manually-set memory button stations, simply push the “AUTOSET” button. Display will show “AUTO” then “OFF”. The next time Auto Memory Store is activated on that band, the radio will store the next set of six strong stations.
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Adjusting the tone balance of your radio
Increasing or decreasing bass and treble
response Push the “BASS/TREB” popout knob to gain
access to the bass and treble controls. Bass control allows you to adjust the lower, bass frequencies to your preference. The outer ring of the “BASS/TREB” knob adjusts the bass (turn clockwise to increase bass; counterclockwise to decrease bass).
Treble control allows you to adjust the higher, treble frequencies of your radio to your preference. The inner ring of the “BASS/TREB” knob adjusts the treble (turn clockwise to increase treble; counterclockwise to decrease treble).
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Adjusting speaker balance and speaker fader
Push the “BAL/FADE” popout knob to gain access to the speaker balance and fader controls. Balance control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the right and left speakers. The outer ring of “BAL/FADE” knob adjusts the speaker balance control. (Turn clockwise to shift the sound to the right speakers, and turn counterclockwise to shift the sound to the left speakers.)
Fade control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the front and rear speakers. The inner ring of the “BAL/FADE” knob adjusts the speaker fader. (Turn clockwise to shift the sound to the rear speakers, and turn counterclockwise to shift the sound to the front speakers.)
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Using the Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Feature
Push the “(aDSPb)” button to activate the feature. The display will indicate which signal mode is in effect. To change the signal mode press either the left (b) or right (a) side of the selector button (located under the “(aDSPb)” button).
The following signal modes may be selected:
1. “HALL” — Rectangular concert hall capacity of about 2,000.
2. “CHURCH” — Church with a high vault.
3. “JAZZ” — Jazz club with clearly reflected sounds.
4. “STADIUM” — Outdoor stadium with a capacity of about 30,000.
5. “NEWS” — “Voice-only” type of sound with a limited audio band.
To deactivate the DSP feature, press the “(aDSPb)” button again.
Delayed Accessory Feature (If Equipped)
If the ignition is turned off while the radio is on, the radio will continue to play for up to ten minutes or until a door is opened.
Speaker Locations
Your Ford JBL sound system is equipped with a total of ten speakers: two speakers in each of the four doors and two subwoofers located in the rear package tray.
Your Antenna
Antennas for both AM and FM reception are hidden in the back glass of your vehicle. There is an internal antenna module that will switch between AM and FM, when bands are changed, for maximum reception performance.
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NOTE: Do not attempt to adapt any other type of
antenna system to your audio system.
Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape Player
NOTE: Radio power must be on to use the cassette
tape player.
How to insert a tape
Your cassette tape player is equipped with power loading. Once you insert a tape and push slightly (with the open edge to the right), the loading mechanism draws the tape the rest of the way in and play will begin after a momentary tape tightening process. Display indicates “TAPE” while tape is playing.
If the player is in the tape mode but not in play, pressing the “TAPE” button will activate play. If the “TAPE” button is pressed with no tape inserted, the display will flash “NO TAPE”.
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How to locate a desired track on the tape
There are six ways to quickly locate a desired selection on the tape. You can use the fast forward, rewind, Blank Skip, “SEEK”, “SCAN” or “SIDE 1-2” functions. Following are brief descriptions of each:
Fast forwarding the tape
To fast forward the tape, press the “FF” button. The radio will play while the tape is in fast forward. The light above the “FF” button will blink while in the fast forward mode. Press “FF” again or press the “TAPE” button to stop fast forwarding. At the end of the tape, the direction automatically reverses and plays the other side of the tape.
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Rewinding the tape
To rewind the tape, press the “REW” button. The radio will automatically begin playing while the tape is rewinding. The light above the “REW” button will blink while in the rewind mode. Press “REW” again or press the “TAPE” button to stop rewinding.
Using the “SEEK” function with your cassette
tape player While in the tape mode, push the rightaside
of the “SEEK” button to seek forward to the next selection on the tape. Push the left side to restart a currently playing tape selection.
Using the “Blank Skip” function with your
cassette tape player Press the “Blank Skip” button to activate the
blank skip mode. After approximately 20 seconds of blank program, the tape will seek forward to the next program.
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Using the “SCAN” function with your cassette
tape player Pushing the “SCAN” button will begin the
forward scan mode on the tape currently playing, stopping on each tape selection for approximately eight seconds.
To stop the scan mode on the presently sampled tape selection, press the “SCAN” button or the “TAPE” button.
How to change the side of the tape being played
The alternate side of the tape can be selected by pressing the “SIDE 1-2” button.
How to eject the tape
To stop the tape and eject the cassette, press the “EJECT” button. The tape will eject only when in the tape mode. The cassette cannot be ejected when the radio is playing an “AM” or “FM” station. The system will revert to radio mode when the cassette is ejected.
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How to store the tape
Press the “AM/FM” button to stop the tape player and resume radio play.
Using the DolbyH B noise reduction feature
NOTE: Noise reduction system manufactured under license from Dolby Labs Licensing Corporation. “Dolby” and double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Push the k button to activate. When activated, the light above the k button will be illuminated.
Tape error messages
Your cassette tape player is equipped to diagnose certain problems you may experience. Error codes are as follows:
TD E1 — Radio tries to change sides of tape 3 times in a 10 second span. Push “EJECT” and try another tape. If problem persists, refer problem to qualified personnel for service.
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TD E2 — Tape eject failure. Radio tries to eject
tape and it will not eject. Push “EJECT” to eject tape. If the tape will not eject, refer problem to qualified personnel for service.
TD E3 — Loading error. Push “EJECT” to eject tape. Reload tape. If the same error code appears in the display, try another tape.
Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and Tapes
In order to keep your cassette tape player performing the way it was meant to, read and follow these simple precautions:
Using a Ford Cassette Cleaning Cartridge or
equivalent to clean the tape player head after 10-12 hours of play will help maintain the best playback sound and proper tape operation.
Only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less
should be used. Tapes longer than 90 minutes are thinner and subject to breakage or may jam the tape player mechanism.
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Protect cassettes from exposure to direct
sunlight, high humidity and extreme heat or cold. If they are exposed to extreme conditions, allow them to reach a moderate temperature before playing.
If a tape is loose inside the cassette, tighten it
before playing by putting your finger or a pencil into one of the holes and turning the hub until the tape is tight.
Loose labels on cassette tapes can become
lodged in the mechanism. Remove any loose label material before inserting a cassette.
Do not leave a tape in the cassette tape player
when not in use. High heat in the vehicle can cause the cassette to warp.
Ford 6-CD Changer
Introduction
The Ford 6-CD Changer is mounted in your console and holds 6 CDs, all controlled by using buttons on your Luxury Audio System.
Be sure to read all of the information provided on the following pages to get the most out of this system.
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Loading Instructions
1. Open Compact Disc Changer unit by sliding door to the right (Figure 1).
Figure 1
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2. Push the i button to eject the disc “magazine” (holds 6 discs) (Figure 2).
Figure 2
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3. Load discs into the disc magazine slots (numbered 1 through 6) one at a time with labeled surfaces upward, starting with bottom slot number 1 (Figure 3).
4. Insert loaded disc magazine into chamber unit with the arrow on top of the disc magazine pointing toward the changer (Figure 4). Make sure magazine is fully inserted into changer.
Figure 4
Figure 3
NOTE: To remove one or more compact disc(s) from the disc magazine, push the corresponding lever(s) to the back. Disc(s) will partially come out for easy removal.
5. Close unit by sliding changer panel door to the left.
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The Compact Disc Changer unit is now ready to play using the controls of your Luxury Audio System.
How to Operate the Ford 6-CD Changer Using the Controls on the Radio
If your vehicle is equipped with the Ford 6-CD Changer System, you can operate it through the controls of your Luxury Audio System.
Several of the controls on the radio operate in the same manner in CD mode as they do in radio or cassette mode: turning the power on, volume control and adjusting the bass, treble, speaker balance or fade.
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How to begin CD Changer play
NOTE: Radio power must be on to operate the Compact Disc Changer.
Push the “CD” button to begin CD play. The CD Changer will automatically begin playing the first track (selection) of the first disc loaded in the unit. The display will indicate “CD-##” for disc number then display “TR-##” for track number, then “DD-TT” for disc number and track number.
How to change the disc being played
When in the CD mode, you can change discs by pressing the right (a) side of the “TUNE DISCS” button (to select the next disc) or the left (b) side of the “TUNE DISCS” button (to select the previous disc). Play will begin on the first track of the selected disc.
When either side of the button is pressed and held, the CD changer will continue fast-forwarding or reversing through the discs in the disc magazine.
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During these functions, the display will indicate the disc number.
How to change the track being played
Press the right (a) side of the “SEEK” button to seek forward to the next track of current disc. After the last track has been completed, the CD player automatically wraps back to the first track of the current disc.
Press the left (b) side of the SEEK button to seek in reverse to the previous track on the current disc. If a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you press the left (b) side of the SEEK button, the CD Changer will replay that selection from the beginning.
Operating the CD Compression feature
The compression feature will bring soft and loud passages closer together for a more consistent listening level.
To turn the compression on, press the #5 “k/COMP” button. (While in the CD Changer mode, the Dolby button controls the compression function.) When the compression feature is activated, the display will indicate “C”. Press again to deactivate.
Operating the Shuffle feature
The shuffle feature on your CD player allows you to listen to your disc selections in a different order. When this feature is activated, your CD player will randomly select and play tracks on the disc.
Press the #6 “SHUFFLE” button to turn on, press it again to turn off. When on, the light above the “SHUFFLE” button will illuminate.
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Operating the “SCAN” function
Press the “SCAN” button to enter the scan mode. The CD player will begin scanning the disc, stopping on each listenable track for approximately an eight second sampling. This continues until you press the “SCAN” button a second time.
Operating the Shuffle and Scan features simultaneously
Both the shuffle and scan features can be activated simultaneously. In this mode, the player will randomly pick a selection and play the first eight seconds. This process is continued until either the “SCAN” button or “SHUFFLE” button is pressed a second time.
How to stop CD play
While in CD Changer mode, press the EJECT, AM or FM1/FM2 button to stop CD play and resume radio play. Also, loading a cassette into the cassette deck will stop CD play and begin cassette play.
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How to take care of and clean the CD Changer and discs
To ensure the continued performance of your CD Changer, carefully read the following precautions:
Always handle a disc by the edge. Never touch
the playing surface. Before playing, inspect all discs for any
contamination. If needed, clean discs with an approved disc cleaner, such as the DiscwasherH Compact Disc Cleaner or the Allsop 3H Compact Disc Cleaner, by wiping from the center out to the edges. Do not use a circular motion to clean.
Do not clean discs with solvents such as
benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray intended for analog records.
Do not expose the discs to direct sunlight or
heat sources for an extended period of time.
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Donotinsertmorethanonediscintoeachdisc
slotofthediscmagazine.Doingsomaydamage thediscs,discmagazineorthediscchanger.
Donotinsertanythingotherthandiscsintothe
discmagazine.
TOOHOT—Mechanismover167˚Farenheit, allowtocoolbeforeplaying.
NOCD—Emptyslotormagazine. —NODJ—CDChangernotconnectedornot
communicating.
WARNING
Thelaserbeamusedinthecompact discplayerisharmfultotheeyes.Do notattempttodisassemblethecase.
CDErrorMessages
Yoursystemisequippedtodiagnosecertain problemsyoumayexperience.Theerrorcodesare:
CDE1—Mechanismerror. —CDE2—Focuserror. —BADCD—Discunreadable.
CommonOperatingConditionsofthe CDPlayer
Thefollowinginformationisdesignedtohelpyou recognizetypicalsituationsthatcouldbemistakenly interpretedasmechanicalmalfunctionsofthedisc player.
Adiscisalreadyloaded.
Thediscisinsertedwiththelabelsurface
downward. Thediscisdustyordefective.
Theplayer’sinternaltemperatureisabove
167˚F(75˚C).Allowtheplayertocooloff beforeoperating.
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Different manufacturers of compact discs may
produce discs with different dimensions or tolerances, some of which may not be within industry standards or in accordance with the CD format. Because of this, a new disc that is free of dust and scratches could be defective and may not play on your Ford Compact Disc Player.
If play does not begin after the CD button is pushed:
The radio is not on.
The unit is in the stop mode.
Moisture may have condensed on the lenses
within the unit. If this occurs, remove the disc and wait approximately an hour until the moisture evaporates.
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If the sound skips:
Badly scratched discs or extremely rough roads
will cause the sound to skip. Skipping will not damage the disc player or scratch the discs.
Common Radio Reception Conditions
Several conditions prevent FM reception from being completely clear and noise-free, such as the following:
Distance/Strength
The strength of the FM signal is directly related to the distance the signal must travel. The listenable range of an average FM signal is approximately 24 miles (40 km). Beyond this distance, the radio is operating in a “fringe” area and the signal becomes weaker. Also, “Signal Modulation” is used by some stations to increase their “loudness” relative to other stations. The difference in loudness can be a result of signal modulation as well as signal strength.
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Terrain
The terrain (hilly, mountainous, tall buildings) of the area over which the signal travels may prevent the FM signal from being noise-free.
Repeated pops and hisses which are heard during an otherwise clear broadcast can occur near the station because of the “line of sight” characteristic of FM radio waves.
If there is a building or large structure between the antenna and station, some of the signal “bends” around the building, but certain spots receive almost no signal. Moving out of the “shadow” of the structure will allow the station to return to normal.
When the radio waves are reflected off objects or structures, the reflected signal cancels the normal signal, causing the antenna to pick up noise and distortion. Cancellation effects are most prominent in metropolitan areas, but also can become quite severe in hilly terrain and depressed roadways.
To minimize these conditions, a stereo/mono blend circuit has been incorporated into this system. This feature automatically switches a weak stereo signal to a clearer monaural signal, which improves the quality of reception.
Several sources of static are normal conditions on AM frequencies. These can be caused by power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms.
Another reception phenomenon is Strong Signal Capture and Overload. This can occur when listening to a weak station and when passing another broadcast tower. The close station may capture the more distant station, although the displayed frequency does not change. While passing the tower, the station may switch back and forth a few times before returning to the original station.
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When several broadcast towers are present (common in metropolitan areas), several stations may overload the receiver, resulting in considerable station changing, mixing and distortion.
Automatic gain control circuitry for both AM and FM bands has been incorporated into this system to reduce strong signal capture and overload.
All About Radio Frequencies
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) establish the frequencies that AM and FM radio stations may use for their broadcasts. The allowable frequencies are, AM: 530,
540...1600, 1610 kHz in 10 kHz steps; FM: 87.9,
88.1...107.7, 107.9 MHz in 0.2 MHz steps. Not all frequencies will be assigned to a given area.
This radio will tune to each of these frequencies using manual tune and no fine tuning is necessary as radio stations may not use other frequencies.
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Some FM radio stations advertise a “rounded-off” frequency which is not the frequency they actually broadcast on. For example, a radio station that is assigned a frequency of 98.7 MHz may call itself “Radio 99” even though 99.0 MHz is not an allowable FM broadcast frequency.
Important Warranty and Service Information
About Your Warranty
Your sound system is warranted for four years or 50,000 miles (whichever occurs first). Consult your vehicle warranty booklet for further information.
Servicing Your Audio System
At Ford, we stand behind our audio systems with a comprehensive service and repair program. If anything should go wrong with your Ford audio system, return to your dealer for service. There is a nationwide network of qualified Ford authorized repair centers to assist you.
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Controls and Features

The Climate Control System
Electronic Automatic Temperature Control System
The Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) module is located at the center of the instrument panel and operates only when the key is in the ON position.
The EATC feature maintains the temperature you select and automatically controls the airflow for your comfort. It also allows you to override the automatic operation with manual override buttons.
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The automatic temperature control system
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To turn your EATC on, push the AUTOMATIC button or any of the six override buttons along the bottom of the control.
To turn your EATC off, press the OFF button. When the system is off, the display window will be blank (dark) except when OUTSIDE TEMP has been selected. Then, OUTSIDE TEMP and the temperature will appear in the window.
If you select AUTOMATIC, the system will automatically determine fan speed and airflow location. If an override button is selected, your selection determines airflow location only. Fan speed remains automatic unless you override it by rotating the vertical thumbwheel located at the extreme right of the control panel.
To change the temperature in the display window, select any temperature between 65˚F (18˚C) and 85˚F (29˚C) using the BLUE (cooler) or RED (warmer) buttons. The Electronic Automatic Temperature Control will do the rest.
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If you want continuous maximum cooling, push the BLUE button until 60˚F (16˚C) is shown in the display window. Your EATC will cool at maximum and disregard the 60˚F (16˚C) setting until you select a warmer temperature with the RED button. If you want continuous maximum heating, push the RED button until 90˚F (32˚C) is shown in the display window. Your EATC will provide maximum heat regardless of the 90˚F (32˚C) setting until you select a cooler temperature with the BLUE button.
The display window tells you how the system is operating. It will indicate the selected temperature and the operating function you have chosen; AUTO or one of the six manual overrides. It will also indicate manual (thumbwheel) control of the fan speed with theHsymbol. The display window with all possible displays and their positions are shown here. Normally not all are shown at the same time but are included here to familiarize you with the names and symbols.
The display window Automatic operation
Push the AUTOMATIC button and select the desired temperature. The selected temperature and AUTO will be shown in the display window. The EATC will automatically heat or cool to achieve the set temperature. Under normal conditions, your EATC will need no additional attention.
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The AUTO temperature display
When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions require heat, air will be sent to the floor. But, a feature is included in your EATC to prevent blowing cold air to the floor if the engine coolant is not warm enough to allow heating. In 3-1/2 minutes or less, the fan speed will start to increase and the airflow will change to the floor area.
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If unusual conditions exist (i.e., window fogging, etc.), the six manual override buttons allow you to select special air discharge locations. A thumbwheel allows you to adjust the fan speed to suit your needs.
Temperature selection
The RED and BLUE buttons at the upper left of the Control are for temperature selection. The RED Button will increase the set temperature and the BLUE Button will lower the set temperature. Pressing a button and releasing it will change the set temperature one degree. Holding either button in will rapidly change the temperature setting in one degree increments to either 65˚F (18˚C) (BLUE) or 85˚F (29˚C) (RED). Then, the set temperature will jump 5˚ and stop at either 60˚F (16˚C) which is maximum cooling or 90˚F (32˚C) which is maximum heating. When you select 60˚F (16˚C) or 90˚F (32˚C), the fan will go to HI speed for maximum air flow.
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The normally selected temperature range is between 68˚F (20˚C) and 78˚F (26˚C). Changing the temperature setting by several degrees outside this range or overriding to 60˚F (16˚C) or 90˚F (32˚C) will not speed up the heating or cooling process.
Temperature display
Press MAX A/C and DEF at the same time to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius. If the battery is disconnected, the display will revert to Fahrenheit.
Fan speed and thumbwheel
Your EATC automatically adjusts the fan speed to the existing conditions. You must push AUTOMATIC for automatic fan speed operation. To control the fan speed yourself, use the thumbwheel which will cancel the automatic fan speed control. The thumbwheel is located at the extreme right side of the EATC control panel. It is a vertical control marked with a fan symbol. Rotate up for HI and down for LO speeds.
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When you move the thumbwheel, the fan speed will go to manual control. The display window will show theHsymbol in the upper left corner along with the selected temperature and operating function.
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You can override the fan speed at any time. If you use the thumbwheel to override the fan speed, the EATC will continue to control the temperature but you control the fan speed. To return to auto fan control, press the AUTOMATIC button. If you are operating in one of the override functions (FLOOR, MAX A/C, etc.), automatic fan control will continue unless you rotate the fan thumbwheel. To
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return to automatic fan control, press the AUTOMATIC button. The EATC will return to Automatic operation. If you want to return to any override function, press the button for that function. The fan speed will continue to be automatically controlled.
Manual override buttons
Your EATC has six buttons which allow you to make special selections. The buttons are located along the bottom edge of the EATC control and allow you to determine where the air will be discharged. Pressing any override button changes the air discharge location only. It does not affect the ability of the system to control temperature or the fan speed. Return to fully Automatic operation by pushing the AUTOMATIC button.
MAX A/C button
The MAX A/C feature allows for faster cooling because air is drawn from inside the vehicle. Using inside air causes the fan to sound louder which is normal for this selection. The Display window will change to indicate 60˚F (16˚C) and MAX A/C. The fan will run and the airflow will be from the instrument panel registers. To exit and return to the previous temperature, push AUTOMATIC or any of the other five override buttons.
VENT button
Push this button to select outside air through the instrument panel registers. The display window will show the set temperature and VENT to the lower right of the temperature. Your EATC will heat the air if the temperature you have selected is warmer than the outside air coming into the vehicle. However, the air will NOT be cooled regardless of the temperature setting.
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PNL & FLR button
Push this button to get air from the floor and instrument panel registers at the same time. The display will show the set temperature and the words PNL and FLR. Depending on the selected temperature, the air will be automatically heated or cooled.
FLOOR button
Airflow will be to the floor when the FLOOR button is pressed. The display window will show the set temperature and FLR to the left of the temperature. The air cannot be cooled in the FLR position, only heated. Fan speed will be automatic unless manually controlled. If you override the fan speed and wish to return to automatic fan control, push AUTOMATIC. Then, again select FLOOR for airflow to the floor.
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FLR & DEF button
Push this button to get air to the floor and windshield defrosters at the same time. The display will show the set temperature, FLR and the Defrost symbol. If the outside temperature is about 50˚F (10˚C) and above, the air will be dehumidified to remove moisture. This will help to prevent fogging in humid weather.
DEF button
Press the Defrost Button to obtain maximum airflow to the windshield. Adjust the temperature setting as required for defrosting. The Display window will show the temperature setting with the Defrost symbol to the left of the temperature. When the outside temperature is about 50˚F (10˚C) and above, the air will be dehumidified to remove moisture. This will help prevent fogging in humid weather.
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OUTSIDE TEMP button
By pressing this button the temperature of the air outside of the vehicle will show in the display. The outside temperature will continue to be displayed until the OUTSIDE TEMP button is pressed again to cancel. If the selected temperature setting is changed while the outside temperature is displayed, the new selected temperature will be displayed for 4 seconds after it is changed. Then, the outside temperature will return to the window. If a manual override is pressed or the thumbwheel is rotated while the outside temperature is displayed, the window will show the change for 4 seconds. Then, the outside temperature will return along with the changed override selection.
If the EATC is turned OFF while the outside temperature is displayed, the temperature will continue to be displayed. Press the OUTSIDE TEMP button to clear the display window. When the ignition key is turned OFF the display will be blank (dark).
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NOTE: 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.
Operating tips
The following tips will help you to get the most satisfaction from your Electronic Automatic Temperature Control system.
In humid weather, select DEF V before
starting your engine. This will help to prevent windshield fogging. After a few minutes of operation, switch to AUTOMATIC or an override selection of your choice.
To prevent humidity buildup inside your
vehicle, always drive with the EATC System turned on.
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Do not put objects under the front seats that
interfere with the flow of air to the back seat area.
Remove any snow, ice, or leaves from the air
intake area of your EATC System which could block the air intake. The intake area is located at the bottom of the windshield, under the hood at the passenger side rear corner.
Service
If your EATC is not operating as described here, take it to your dealer to have it checked. System diagnostics are built in which will allow your dealer to readily identify problems that might occur.
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Your vehicle has an air filter that removes pollen and road dust from outside air before it is directed to the interior of the vehicle. For maintenance of this filter, see the Maintenance and Care chapter.
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Rear Window Defroster and Heated Sideview Mirrors
The rear window and heated outside mirrors defroster switch activates the defroster for the rear window to clear frost, fog, or thin ice from both the inside and outside of the rear window and activates the heated outside rearview mirrors.
The button for the rear window and heated outside mirrors defroster is on the instrument panel to the right of the steering column.
The button that controls the rear window defroster and heated outside rearview mirrors
Before using the defroster, clear away any snow that is on the rear window and outside rearview mirrors. With the engine running, push the defroster button.
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Afterapproximately10minutes,thedefrosterwill turnoff.Ifthewindowormirrorsarestillnotclear, turnthedefrosteronagain.
Thedefrosterwillturnoffwhentheignitionkeyis turnedtotheOFForSTARTposition.
Theheatingelementsarebondedtotheinsideof therearwindow.Donotusesharpobjectsto scrapetheinsideoftherearwindoworuse abrasivecleanerstocleanit.Doingsocoulddamage theheatingelements.
TheInteriorandExteriorLights
DaytimeRunningLightSystem
(Canadianvehiclesonly)
TheDaytimeRunningLight(DRL)systemturnsthe highbeamheadlampson,withareducedlight output,when:
TheheadlampsystemisintheOFFposition,
and
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Thevehicleisrunning,and
Thevehiclehasafullyreleasedparkingbrake.
Thehighbeamindicatorlightontheinstrument clusterwillnotbeon.
NOTE:Ifyouhaveavehiclewithanautomatic lightingsystem,theDRLsystemisactiveuntilthe automaticsystemturnsontheheadlamps.
NOTE:Youmaynoticethatthelightsflickerwhen thevehicleisturnedonoroff.Thisisanormal condition.
WARNING
TheDaytimeRunningLight(DRL) systemwillnotilluminatethetail lampsandparkinglamps.Turnonyour headlampsatdusk.Failuretodoso mayresultinacollision.
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Turning On the Exterior Lights
To turn on the headlamps, parking lamps, side markers, license plate lamps and tail lamps, use the rotary control that is to the left of the steering wheel.
The knob for the exterior lights
To turn on the parking lamps, tail lamps, side markers, and license plate lamps, turn the knob clockwise to the first position.
For more information about how the high beams work, see the high beam section later in this chapter.
Setting the Autolamp On/Off Delay System
By using the autolamp, you can set the headlamps to:
turn on the lamps automatically at night
turn off the lamps automatically during daylight
keep the lamps on for up to three minutes after
you turn the key to OFF.
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The autolamp switch on the left side of the instrument panel
To use the autolamp:
1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position. If the control for the headlamps is ON, you cancel the autolamp.
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If the autolamp is active, the headlamp system will come on immediately after starting your vehicle. If your vehicle is running before you activate the autolamp, there may be a 15 second delay before the headlights illuminate.
2. Turn the ignition key to ON or start your vehicle.
3. Find the autolamp switch to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel.
4. Push the autolamp switch up toward the MAX position. As you press this switch, the autolamp system’s status will be displayed in the message center. The system can be turned OFF or can be set to provide light for up to three (3) minutes after you turn your vehicle off.
Do not put any articles on top of the photocell that is located in the top left corner of the instrument panel. This photocell controls the autolamp. If you cover it, the photocell reacts as if it is nighttime, and the lamps turn on.
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To turn the autolamp off, push the switch down until the message center display reaches OFF.
Turning On Interior Lights/Instrument Panel Illumination
You can brighten or dim the lights in the instrument panel and the compass display in the inside rearview mirror (if equipped) with the PANEL DIM switch located on the instrument panel.
The switch that controls interior lamps and instrument panel brightness
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Clock
The digital clock
1. To set the hour, press and hold the hour button. When the desired hour appears, release the button.
2. To set the minutes, press and hold the minute button. When the desired minute appears, release the button.
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Road Calibrated Suspension
Your Continental is equipped with a ride control system that is designed to read disturbances in the road surface every six inches at 60 mph (100 km/h) to provide you with optimal driving response.
Ride control allows you to chose both a ride feel and steering effort that best fits your personal driving style. These options may be selected by using the RIDE/STEER Message Center button.
Pressing this button once will allow you to adjust your RIDE CONTROL settings, between NORMAL, PLUSH and FIRM. The settings are changed by pressing the SELECT button while RIDE CONTROL is displayed.
Pressing the RIDE/STEER button a second time will allow you to adjust the STEERING EFFORT settings between NORMAL, LOW, and HIGH. The settings are changed by pressing the SELECT button while STEERING EFFORT is displayed.
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NOTE: The combination of FIRM RIDE CONTROL
and LOW STEERING EFFORT is undesirable and cannot be selected.
Ignition
Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
The positions of the key in the ignition
ACC allows some of your vehicle’s electrical accessories such as the radio and the windshield wipers to operate while the engine is not running.
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NOTE: Your vehicle is also equipped with an
accessory timer. This allows some of your accessories to remain on for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to the OFF position. The accessory timer is cancelled if any door is opened, the dimmer switch is used, or the ignition is turned to the ON position.
The automatic transaxle gearshift must be in P (Park) to move the key to the LOCK position.
LOCK locks the steering wheel. It also locks the gearshift lever.
LOCK is the only position that allows you to remove the key. The LOCK feature helps to protect your vehicle from theft.
OFF allows you to shut off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel, or the gearshift lever.
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ONallowsyoutotestyourvehicle’swarninglights (exceptthebrakesystemwarninglight)tomake suretheyworkbeforeyoustarttheengine.Thekey returnstotheONpositiononcetheengineis startedandremainsinthispositionwhilethe engineruns.
STARTcrankstheengine.Releasethekeyoncethe enginestartssothatyoudonotdamagethestarter. ThekeyshouldreturntoONwhenyoureleaseit. TheSTARTpositionalsoallowsyoutotestthe BrakeWarningLight.
RemovingtheKeyFromtheIgnition
1. PutthegearshiftinP(Park).
2. Settheparkingbrakefully.
3. TurntheignitionkeytoLOCK.
4. Removethekey.
IfthekeyisstuckintheLOCKposition,movethe steeringwheelleftorrightuntilthekeyturns freely.
Ifthedriver’sdoorisopenwhilethekeyisstillin theignition,awarningchimesounds.
WARNING
Alwayssettheparkingbrakefullyand makesurethegearshiftislatchedinP (Park).Turnofftheignitionwhenever youleaveyourvehicle.
WARNING
Donotleavechildren,unreliableadults, orpetsunattendedinyourvehicle.
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The Turn Signal Lever
You can use the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering column to:
operate the turn signals and cornering lamps
turn the high beams on/off
flash the lights
turn the windshield wipers and washer on/off
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The turn signal lever
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Turn Signals
Move the lever up to signal a right turn. Move it down to signal a left turn. The corresponding indicator light in the instrument cluster will flash.
If the turn signal stays on after you turn, move the lever back to the center (off) position. A warning chime will sound after approximately one-half mile (one kilometer) of driving if you do not return the lever to off.
For lane changes, move the lever far enough to signal but not to latch. The lever will return to the off position when you release it.
NOTE: The flash rate of the turn signal will speed up considerably if the Lighting Control Module detects a left or right turn lamp bulb (front or rear) is burned out.
High Beams
To turn on the high beams, turn the headlamp control switch to the headlamp ON position (or activate the autolamp feature) and push the turn signal lever away from you until it latches. When the high beams are ON, the high beam indicator light on the instrument cluster comes on.
To turn off the high beams, pull the lever toward you until it latches. The high beam indicator light turns off.
Flashing the Lights
To flash the headlamps, pull the lever toward you for a moment and then release it. The headlamps will flash whether the headlamp knob is in the on or off position.
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Windshield Wipers and Washer
To turn on the windshield wipers, the ignition key must be turned to the ON or ACC position.
Rotate the knob towards “S” to activate the wipers. The first seven detents are interval wipe positions, the eighth detent is the LO position and the ninth detent is the HI position.
To turn the wipers off, turn the knob to the OFF position.
Variable Interval Wipers
In addition to two speed wipers, your vehicle has wipers that you can set to operate at varying intervals. For example, you can set the interval so they wipe less often when it drizzles or more often in heavier rain.
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The windshield wiper on the turn signal lever
To set the interval wipers, turn the knob at the end of the turn signal lever between “S” (slow) and “F” (fast) until the desired interval between wipes is achieved.
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WindshieldWasher
Tocleanthewindshield,pushintheendofthe wiperknob.Foraconstantspray,keeptheknob pushedin.Afteryoureleasetheknob,thewipers operatefortwotothreecyclesbeforeturningoff(if thewiperswereOFF)orreturningtoHI,LO,or theintervalsettingselected.
Ifthewasherdoesnotwork,checkthewasher fluidlevelandfillitifitislow.Seethe MaintenanceandCarechapter.Ifthereisenough fluid,consultyournearestFordorLincoln-Mercury dealer.
Donottrytocleanthewindshieldwhenthe washerfluidcontainerisemptyoractivatethe washersatanytimeformorethan15seconds continuously.Thiscoulddamagethewasherpump system.
WARNING
Alwayswarmupthewindshieldwith thedefrosterbeforeyouusethewasher fluid.Infreezingweather,thewasher solutionmayfreezeonthewindshield andobscureyourvision.
Forinformationaboutrefillingthewasherfluidor replacingyourwindshieldwiperblades,see WindshieldwasherfluidandWipersintheIndex.
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Hazard Flasher
The hazard flasher serves as a warning to other drivers to be careful when approaching or passing your vehicle.
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The control switch for the hazard flashers
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Horn
To sound the horn, push the center pad area of the steering wheel.
The horn on the steering wheel.
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TiltSteering
WARNING
Neveradjustthesteeringwheelwhen thevehicleismoving.
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Thelevertotiltthesteeringwheel
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To change the position of the steering wheel, pull the release lever on the column toward you. Tip the steering wheel to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in place.
Speed Control
The speed of the vehicle cannot be automatically controlled until the vehicle speed is at or above 30 mph (48 km/h).
Use of radio transmitting equipment that is not Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or in Canada the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) approved may cause the speed control to malfunction.
Therefore, use only properly installed FCC (CRTC in Canada) approved radio transmitting equipment in your vehicle.
NOTE: Since your vehicle has an Automatic Overdrive Transaxle, you may want to drive in D (Drive) when driving in hilly terrain, at higher altitudes, or when pulling a trailer. This will improve speed control performance.
NOTE: Do not shift to N (Neutral) when using the speed control. This will cause the engine to overspeed.
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The speed control switches on the steering wheel
To Turn Speed Control Off
Press OFF, OR
Turn off the vehicle ignition.
Once speed control is switched off, the previously programmed set speed will be erased.
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To Turn Speed Control On
Press ON
To Set a Speed
Press SET ACCEL. For speed control to operate, the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 30 mph (48 km/h).
If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or faster than the set speed. This is normal.
Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above the set speed on a downhill. If your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed while driving downhill in j (Overdrive), you may want to shift to the next lower gear to reduce your vehicle’s speed.
If your vehicle slows down more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. This is normal. Pressing RES (Resume) will re-engage it.
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WARNING
Tokeepyourvehicleundercontrol,do notusespeedcontrolinheavytrafficor onroadsthatarewinding,slippery,or unpaved.
ToSetaHigherSetSpeed
PressandholdSETACCEL.Releasetheswitch
whenthedesiredvehiclespeedisreached.OR PressandreleaseSETACCEL.Eachpresswill
increasethesetspeedby1mph(1.6km/h). OR
Acceleratewithyouracceleratorpedal,then
pressSETACCEL.
Youmayacceleratewiththeacceleratorpedalat anytimeduringspeedcontrolusage.Releasingthe acceleratorpedalwillreturnyourvehiclespeedto thepreviouslyprogrammedsetspeed.
ToSetaLowerSetSpeed
PressandholdCOAST.Releasetheswitch
whenthedesiredvehiclespeedisreached.OR PressandreleaseCOAST.Eachpresswill
decreasethesetspeedby1mph(1.6km/h). OR
Depressthebrakepedal.Whenthedesired
vehiclespeedisreached,pressSETACCEL.
ToDisengageSpeedControl
Depressthebrakepedal.
Disengagingthespeedcontrolwillnoterasethe previouslyprogrammedsetspeed.
ToReturntoaSetSpeed
PressRES(RESUME).ForRES(RESUME)to
operate,thevehiclespeedmustbefasterthan 30mph(48km/h).
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Overhead Console Warnings
If your Continental is equipped with the Pressure Alert System, a warning will appear in the overhead console when the pressure in one of your vehicle’s tires drops below acceptable levels or if the system has malfunctioned.
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See SecuriTires in the Maintenance and Care chapter for more information.
Lincoln RESCU System (If equipped)
Lincoln RESCU runs a self-test when you start your vehicle. During this test, the Lincoln RESCU warning light, located in the overhead console, will briefly illuminate. If a problem is detected during the self-check, the light will remain lit and the message “RESCU FAILURE” will be displayed on the vehicle’s message center for several seconds.
If the warning light fails to briefly illuminate when you start your vehicle or if it remains lit, have your Lincoln RESCU System checked by an authorized Lincoln/Mercury dealer as soon as possible. Your system may be inoperative.
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WARNING
Itisimportantthatyouunderstandthe capabilityofyourLincolnRESCU Systempriortoinitiatinganactivation. SeeImportantThingstoKnowAbout YourLincolnRESCUSystemlaterinthis chapterfordetails.
QuickSummary
Toutilizeyourvehicle’sRESCUsystem,YOUR
CELLULARPHONEMUSTBEACTIVATED. Roadsideoremergencyassistancecanbe
requestedwheneveryourkeyisinthe RUN/STARTpositionandfortwominutesafter thevehicleisturnedoff.
Anassistancerequestisinitiatedbypressing
eitherthetowtruckorambulancebutton locatedintheoverheadconsole.
Whenabuttonispressed,awarninglamp
locatedintheoverheadconsolebeginstoflash andstatusmessagesaredisplayedonthe vehicle’smessagecenter(messagesareonly displayedwhenyourkeyisintheRUN/START position).
Thevehicle’scellularphoneautomaticallyplaces
acalltoa24houremergencyresponsecenter. Whencontactismade,thevehiclesendsan
electronicdatamessagetotheresponsecenter’s computer.Thisdatamessageincludeslatitude andlongitudecoordinatesobtainedfromthe vehicle’spositioningsystem.
Oncethedatatransmissioniscomplete,thecall
isforwardedtoaresponsecenteroperatorwho confirmsyourlocationusingacomputerized map.
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The vehicle’s cellular handset is locked-out, the
phone is automatically placed in “hand free” mode and voice communication is established with the operator through the “hands free” microphone.
Typically, voice communication with an operator
is established within one minute after an assistance button is pressed.
The operator verbally obtains details of your
situation and, if necessary, ties your vehicle into a three-way phone call with the United States Auto Club or local 911 or other emergency services to dispatch the appropriate assistance to your location.
Once the situation has been appropriately
handled, the operator will terminate the call, the system warning light will stop flashing and the system will be reset. In most situations, ONLY the response center can terminate an assistance request.
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General Description
Lincoln’s Remote Emergency Satellite Cellular Unit (RESCU) is designed to expedite roadside or emergency assistance to distressed motorists who are uncertain of their location and/or are uncertain of who to contact for assistance.
The Lincoln RESCU System utilizes Global Positioning System (GPS) technology and the nation’s cellular phone network to track vehicle location and, at the touch of a button, put you in voice contact with the Lincoln Security Response Center.
Two buttons in the overhead console will activate the system. A tow truck icon for roadside assistance and an ambulance icon for emergency assistance identify the buttons.
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Latitude and longitude coordinates
Last recorded speed and direction of the vehicle
Time tag identifying when last position was
taken Call-back phone number
After the transmission is complete, the call is forwarded to an operator who will verify the details of the request and confirm the vehicle’s location using computerized map.
The Overhead Console
When you select a button, the vehicle’s cellular phone will automatically place a data call to the response center’s central computer. Once contact is made, an electronic data message will be transmitted. This data message will include:
Type of alarm (roadside or emergency)
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Tow Truck Button (Roadside Assistance)
The tow truck button should be selected if roadside assistance is required. The feature should be used:
when your vehicle runs out of gas
when your vehicle needs a tow
to acquire assistance in any non-emergency
situation
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The Roadside Assistance button
When this button is pressed, the Lincoln Security Response Center relays details of your situation and your location to the United States Auto Club (USAC) via a three-way phone call. The response center/USAC will:
dispatch the appropriate service vehicle to your
location. provide the service vehicle’s estimated time of
arrival. call back approximately three minutes after the
service vehicle’s estimated time of arrival to confirm that assistance has arrived.
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Ambulance Button (Emergency Assistance)
The ambulance button should be selected if emergency assistance is required. This feature should be used:
if you have been involved in an accident
to report a crime or fire
when medical attention is required
to receive assistance in any emergency situation
The Emergency Assistance button
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When this button is pressed, the Lincoln Security Response Center relays details of your situation and your location to local 911 or other emergency services via a three-way phone call. The response center/emergency services will:
dispatch the appropriate emergency help to your
location when appropriate, stay in direct phone contact
with you until emergency help arrives notify pre-designated family contacts or friends
of the emergency situation, if requested, or if no response is received from the vehicle.
NOTE: If you are certain of your location, a direct phone call to 911 or other emergency services may provide a faster response.
Activation and Deactivation
When either of the two Lincoln RESCU buttons is pressed, a warning light, located in the overhead console, will begin to flash and status messages will
be displayed on the vehicle’s message center, confirming an assistance request has been made. The warning light will continue to flash throughout the activation.
The RESCU Warning light
The system can be activated whenever your ignition key is in the RUN/START position and for two minutes after your vehicle is turned off. Once a RESCU button has been pressed, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CRANK THE ENGINE as this may cancel the activation. In most situations, the assistance request can ONLY be terminated and the system reset when a special tone is sent to the
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vehicle by the Lincoln Security Response Center. (See Automatic Redial later in this chapter for exceptions.) Operation will continue even if the vehicle is turned off during an activation (although visual feedback via the Message Center will not be available in this situation).
Cellular Phone Interface
During an activation, Lincoln RESCU takes control of the vehicle’s cellular phone. If the phone is in use, THE CALL WILL BE TERMINATED and the Lincoln Security Response Center will automatically be dialed. The cellular handset becomes inoperative and all voice communication with the operator is accomplished via the cellular phone’s “hands-free” microphone.
NOTE: When an activation is terminated, your phone is left unlocked, in the “ON” state and may not return to its previous call restriction or system selection setting. It can be reprogrammed to your previous setting as desired.
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Message Center Interface
During an activation, Lincoln RESCU communicates with the vehicle’s Message Center. Status messages describing the sequence of steps being executed are displayed, allowing you to visually follow the activation process. The following messages are typical of those displayed during an assistance request. They are shown in the order in which they would appear:
ROADSIDE REQUEST or EMERGNCY
REQUEST CALL IN PROGRESS
RINGING RESPONSE CENTER
SENDING LOCATION DATA
DATA RECEIVED
WAITING FOR OPERATOR
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Once an assistance request is made, it will typically take less than one minute until contact is made with an operator. During voice communication the following messages will alternately toggle on the display:
CID XXXXXXXXXX
LAT XXXXXXXXXX
LON XXXXXXXXXX
HDG XX
These messages respectively are the customer identification number, vehicle latitude, vehicle longitude and heading. Under special circumstances, the operator may ask you to read the information being displayed on the Message Center.
If vehicle messages are being displayed on the Message Center (low washer fluid, low oil, door ajar, etc.), they must be cleared in order to view the LINCOLN RESCU messages. To clear the
vehicle messages, press the Message Center RESET button, which is located to the right of the display. Continue pressing the button until all vehicle messages are cleared.
Automatic Redial
As described previously, when an assistance request is made, the vehicle’s cellular phone automatically dials the Lincoln Security Response Center’s central computer and attempts to send an electronic data message. Occasionally, it can be difficult for the computer to recognize the message if the cellular connection is weak or noisy. If the transmission of the message is unsuccessful, the data call will be terminated and the message “REDIAL IN PROGRESS” will be displayed on the Message Center. A second call will automatically be placed which bypasses the response center’s computer and is forwarded directly to an operator.
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Similarly, if the cellular call is disconnected by the network prior to receipt of the termination tone, another call to the response center will also automatically be dialed. The message “REDIAL IN PROGRESS” will be displayed on the Message Center and voice communication with an operator will be restored.
NOTE: During redial calls, full control of the cellular phone is returned to you. Pressing either the “PWR” or “END” button on the cellular handset will terminate the assistance request and reset the system.
Location Data Retransmit Capability
During an activation, the Lincoln Security Response Center operator has the capability to initiate a retransmission of the electronic data message. This may be necessary to ensure a more precise determination of vehicle location or to track a vehicle that is moving. To accomplish the retransmit, a special tone is sent to the vehicle by
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the response center. In this situation you will temporarily lose voice contact with the operator and the messages “SENDING LOCATION DATA” and “DATA RECEIVED” will respectively be displayed on the Message Center. After the data retransmission is complete, voice communication will be restored and the CID, LAT, LON and HDG message will again alternately toggle on the Message Center display.
Global Positioning System
Vehicle location is continuously updated via Global Positioning System (GPS) technology. GPS was developed by the U.S. Department of Defense for worldwide navigational and positioning purposes. It utilizes a constellation of 24 orbiting satellites located more than 20 thousand kilometers above the earth. At any given time, several of the 24 satellites should be visible to the vehicle’s GPS receiver. Based on the time for signals emitted by these satellites to reach the receiver, an on-board computer will determine the vehicle’s location,
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typically within 100 feet. In addition to latitude and longitude, the system also determines heading and speed.
Vehicle positioning information is relayed to the Lincoln Security Response Center ONLY during roadside or emergency requests. The response center will not be able to track your location while in an inactive state.
Lincoln RESCU System Limitations
Inoperative if cellular phone inactive or inoperative
Lincoln RESCU utilizes your vehicle’s cellular phone and will not operate if cellular service has not been activated or if the phone is inoperative.
Inoperative if battery discharged or disconnected
Lincoln RESCU is powered by the vehicle’s battery and will not operate if the battery is discharged or disconnected.
Potentially inoperative if vehicle involved in accident
If the vehicle is involved in an accident, some components could be damaged, rendering your Lincoln RESCU System inoperative.
Positioning capability degraded if satellite signals obstructed
Vehicle positioning is accomplished by receiving and interpreting signals transmitted by satellites. If the signals are obstructed, positioning capability could be degraded or lost. This situation will be most prevalent in urban areas populated with tall buildings. Tunnels, underpasses, parking garages, trees, and similar structures could also adversely affect positioning performance. Under these conditions, the system will operate but the response center could have difficulty identifying your current location. (The last valid position obtained before the obstruction is retained, however, and will be sent.) The operator may depend on you to provide verbal information regarding vehicle location.
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Positioning capability temporarily degraded after battery reconnect
When your vehicle is started, the Lincoln RESCU GPS receiver begins the process of determining vehicle location. The receiver will search the sky and attempt to acquire signals from all visible satellites. A real-time clock and an almanac containing detailed information about the satellite constellation are stored in the on-board computer’s memory and are used to expedite the search. If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected, the clock memory is erased and time and date are lost. Once the battery is reconnected, it could take approximately 15 minutes to reacquire the clock and for positioning capability to be restored. During this time, the system will operate but the response center will not be able to identify your location. In this situation, the operator will depend on you to provide verbal information regarding vehicle location.
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Inoperative if cellular signal marginal or unavailable
Since the Lincoln RESCU System utilizes the vehicle’s cellular phone, it can only be operated in geographical areas with cellular coverage. Although approximately 90 percent of the U.S. population lives and works in cellular coverage areas, there are various rural or mountainous areas where coverage is marginal or does not exist. If an activation occurs in this situation, the messages “NO CELLULAR SIGNAL” and “WAITING TO ACQUIRE” will alternately be displayed on the Message Center. If after several attempts cellular service cannot be acquired, the message “UNABLE TO PLACE CALL” will be displayed, the assistance request will be terminated and the phone will return to its normal operating mode.
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Inoperative if cellular system busy
In a particular area, the local cellular system can only handle a limited number of cellular calls at one time. Once volume has reached the maximum limit, additional callers are denied access. If an activation occurs in this situation, the messages “CELLULAR SYSTEM BUSY” and “PLEASE WAIT” will alternately be displayed on the message center. If after several attempts a cellular channel cannot be acquired, the message “UNABLE TO PLACE CALL” will be displayed, the assistance request will be terminated and the phone will return to its normal operating mode.
Incompatible with cellular PIN feature
Some cellular carriers offer custom phone numbers that are assigned a personal identification number (PIN). In this situation, the user is required to enter the pin with any phone calls made over the network. The Lincoln RESCU System is not
compatible with the PIN feature. At the time your phone is activated, ask your carrier to assign you a phone number that does not require a personal identification number entry. If you have difficulty obtaining a non-PIN number, contact your dealer or call the Ford Cellular System Clearinghouse at 1-800-367-3357 for assistance.
Incompatible or performance limited with certain cellular provider features
Some cellular carriers offer customers various optional features with their cellular service. Several of these features are not compatible or could potentially limit the performance of your Lincoln RESCU System. No outgoing calls, hotline and NPA restrictions are incompatible cellular features and must be avoided. Operation is possible with no incoming calls, call forwarding, busy/no answer transfer and call waiting, but these features could impact overall system performance. Because carriers are regularly making new features available to
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customers, this list may not be complete. Contact your dealer for assistance if you are unsure if a particular cellular feature is compatible with your Lincoln RESCU System.
Potential limitations if activated outside home cellular region
At the time you receive your vehicle (or shortly after), you will need to select a cellular carrier and activate your phone. If desired, carrier selection can be arranged through your dealer. This carrier is usually local to your region and will handle call processing and billing services for your cellular telephone. In order to use your phone when traveling outside your home cellular region, the services of the carriers local to the new area will be required. If your home carrier does not have an agreement with the new local carrier, your phone calls could be forwarded to an operator and you
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may be required to provide a credit card number before your call is processed. If an activation occurs in this situation, the initial call will be terminated and a second call which bypasses the response center’s computer will be placed. UNLIKE DURING THE FIRST CALL ATTEMPT, YOUR CELLULAR HANDSET WILL NOT BE LOCKED DURING THE SECOND CALL, SO YOU WILL HAVE THE OPTION OF TERMINATING THE ASSISTANCE REQUEST AT ANY TIME BY PUSHING EITHER THE “PWR” OR THE “END” BUTTON ON THE CELLULAR HANDSET. If the second call is not terminated, it will be forwarded to a local cellular carrier operator. In this situation, you can provide the operator with the number you are dialing (Lincoln Security Response Center at 1-800-334-1327) and your credit card number or ask to be connected to the local 911 or other emergency services.
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Registration Requirement
You are required to register with the Lincoln Security Response Center shortly after receiving your vehicle. The registration process is simple and can be accomplished by calling the Lincoln Security Response Center at 1-800-334-1327. Alternatively, the registration process can be completed on-line during an acquaintance period activation. (See “Acquaintance Activations” later in the section for details.) The information requested will aid in servicing you more efficiently during an assistance request.
Optional Password Selection/False Activations
At the time of your registration, you will be given the option of establishing a user password. All aspects of your service will be identical regardless of your password decision except the way false emergency activations are handled.
If established, the password will be requested by the operator to confirm an emergency activation was initiated in error. If no password or an incorrect password is given, the response center’s operator will seemingly terminate the call but actually stays on the line and sends police to the last calculated vehicle location (this could be useful in duress situations). It is very important that you remember your password to prevent false dispatches. Similarly, it is also important to provide the password to any other individuals who will be driving the vehicle or who may have need to activate the system.
If you decide not to establish a password, simply indicate to the operator that the emergency assistance request was initiated in error and the call will be terminated.
In either case, if an activation (roadside or emergency) occurs and the operator cannot establish voice communication, police assistance will be dispatched to the vehicle.
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NOTE: Information regarding changing or retrieving
lost passwords can be obtained by contacting the Lincoln Security Response Center at 1-800-334-1327.
Acquaintance Activations
It is required that you initiate an acquaintance activation shortly after receiving your vehicle and having your phone activated. An acquaintance activation is initiated by pressing either the roadside or emergency assistance button. When voice communication is established with the Lincoln Security Response Center, indicate that you are a new user and the operator will follow special acquaintance period support procedures which are intended to familiarize you with your Lincoln RESCU system. As described previously, the acquaintance call can also be used to complete the registration for new customers
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Service Charges
For four years, beginning with your vehicle’s warranty period, you will be entitled to unlimited activations without facing service charges. (These activations should be made only when emergency or roadside assistance is required.) You will be responsible, however, for any charges imposed by your cellular phone carrier for the 1-800 phone call to the Lincoln Security Response Center. After your initial service period expires, you may be required to pay a monitoring service fee. Your dealer can provide you with specific information regarding post initial service period service fees.
Relinquishing Your Vehicle
At the time you relinquish your vehicle, it is important that you contact the Lincoln Security Response Center at 1-800-334-1327 and cancel your security service. Personal information provided to the response center at the time of your registration will be removed from the vehicle’s file.
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Turning On the Lamps
Map Lamps
Your vehicle has a map lamp for the passenger and one for the driver.
The map lamps on vehicles equipped with a moon roof
The map lamps on the inside roof of the car
To turn on the map lamps, push the switches in front of each lamp.
On vehicles equipped with the moon roof option, the map lamps and switches are located on the inside rearview mirror.
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Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps
Your vehicle has two rear passenger courtesy/reading lamps.
The courtesy lamp lights when any door is opened or when the instrument panel dimmer switch is turned to the courtesy lamp position or if either front door outside handle is lifted with the door locked.
With the ignition key in the ACC or ON position, the reading lamp can be turned on by using the rocker switch on the lamp assembly.
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Rear passenger courtesy/reading lamp
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Moon Roof (If equipped)
You can move the moon roof back to open the glass panel, or you can tilt it up to ventilate the vehicle.
The roof console ROOF switch is used to open and close the moon roof. Press and hold the switch until the desired position is reached. At the fully closed position, the motor automatically turns off.
The switch for the moon roof (overhead console)
To open the moon roof, push switch rearward. To close the moon roof, push switch forward. To tilt the moon roof into vent position when the
glass panel is closed, press and hold the switch forward.
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Toclosefromventposition,pressandholdthe switchrearward.
Occasionallywipingtheoutsideguiderailcoversof themoonroofwithacleanclothwillhelpkeepthe moonroofworkingproperly.
Themoonroof
WARNING
Donotletchildrenplaywiththemoon roof.Theymayseriouslyhurt themselves.
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Mirrors
AutomaticDimmingInsideRearview Mirror(Ifequipped)
Somevehiclesareequippedwithaninsiderearview mirrorandanoutsidedriver’ssidemirrorwhich haveanAuto-Dimmingfunction.Theseelectronic day/nightmirrorswillchangefromthenormalstate tothenon-glarestatewhenbrightlights(glare) reachthemirrors.Thesemirrorsfunctionatnight, andhavealimitedfunctionatduskordawn.From thenon-glarestate,themirrorswillreturntothe normalstateafterashortdelay.Thedelaystarts whenglaregoesaway.Thedelaypreventsexcessive changingofthemirrorsastrafficmovesbehindand aroundthevehicle,oronrollinghillsandcurves.
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The automatic dimming inside rearview mirror (optional)
The sensitivity level of the mirrors can be adjusted by moving the switch on the inside rearview mirror between the OFF and MAX positions. MAX is the most sensitive setting and bright headlamps far away will cause the mirrors to automatically darken. At the setting nearest OFF, bright headlamps will
have to be closer to darken the mirrors. The outside side mirrors are controlled by the setting on the inside mirror.
There are two light sensors (photocells) in this mirror. The sensor that detects rear glare is located next to the switch. The second light sensor which determines outside light level is located on the backside of the mirror case.
One important safety feature is that the mirror automatically returns to the normal position whenever the vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) (when the mirror is in the ON position). This feature ensures a bright clear view in the mirror when backing up.
Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
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Sun Visors
Using the Sun Visors
Your vehicle has special sun visors. Besides the regular sun visor, you have a second visor. By using both the regular sun visor and the second visor, you shield the sun from both the front and the side of the vehicle at the same time.
To block the sun, move the main visor sideways and flip the second visor down.
Illuminated Visor Mirror
The illuminated visor mirror slides inside the visor. To light the mirror, pull down the mirror and slide switch at bottom of visor. To adjust the amount of light, slide the switch left for LO (dim) and right for HI (bright).
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The illuminated mirror on the sun visor
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HomeLinkHUniversalTransmitter (Ifequipped)
TheHomeLinkUniversalTransmitterprovidesa convenientwaytoreplaceuptothreehand-held transmitterswithasinglebuilt-indevice.This innovativefeaturewilllearntheradiofrequency codesofmostcurrenttransmitterstooperategarage doorsandgates.Withtheavailableaccessory package,theHomeLinkTransmittercanalsocontrol homeorofficelightingandsecuritysystems.For reliability,theHomeLinkTransmitterispoweredby yourvehicle’sbatteryandchargingsystem.
WARNING
WhenprogrammingyourHomeLink Transmitter,youwillbeoperatingthe garagedoororgate.Besurethatpeople andobjectsareoutofthewayto preventpotentialharmordamage.
DonotusethisHomeLinkTransmitterwithany garagedooropenerthatlackssafety“stop”and “reverse”featuresasrequiredbyfederalsafety standards,(thisincludesanygaragedooropener modelmanufacturedbeforeApril1,1982).Agarage dooropenerwhichcannot“detect”anobjectinthe pathofaclosingdoorandthenautomatically“stop” and“reverse”thedoor,doesnotmeetcurrent federalsafetystandards.Usingagaragedooropener withoutthesefeaturesincreasesriskofserious injuryordeath.Formoreinformationonthis matter,calltoll-free:1-800-355-3515.
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Programming
If after repeated attempts you do not successfully program the HomeLink Universal Transmitter to learn the signal of the hand-help transmitter, call toll-free for customer assistance: 1-800-355-3515.
1. If you have previously programmed your HomeLink Transmitter, proceed to step 2. Otherwise, hold down the two outside buttons on the HomeLink Transmitter until the red light begins to flash. Release both buttons.
2. Decide which one of the three channels you want to program.
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3. Hold the end of your hand-held transmitter against the front surface of the HomeLink Transmitter so that you can still see the red light.
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