Lincoln TOWN CAR 1998 Owner Manual

Contents

Before driving

Introduction 2

Instrumentation 3

Controls and features 24

Seating and safety restraints 64

Starting and driving

Starting 90

Driving 96

Roadside emergencies 114

Servicing

Maintenance and care 131

Capacities and specifications 179

Reporting safety defects 185

Index 186

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Introduction

ICONS

Indicates a warning. Read the following section on Warnings for a full explanation.

Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow.

Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment.

WARNINGS

Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in.

If possible, you should avoid full use of the brakes for the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles).

INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE

The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation.

Instrumentation

Panel dimmer

switch

(pg. 24)

Headlamp control

(pg. 24)

OFF

PANEL

DIM

Instrument

cluster (pg. 6)

CHECK

TRAC

H F

SERVICE ENGINE

SOON

LO F

S OFF MIST

100

MPH km/h

Gearshift lever

(pg. 103)

120

140

100

160

110

180

FILL ON

LEFT

120

VOL PUSH ON

RESUME

SET ACCEL

COAST

OFF

SRS

MODE

TEMP FAN

VOL

*if equipped

Turn signal and

wiper/washer

control

(pg. 36)

Speed control

(pg. 37)

Driver side

air bag

(pg. 76)

TAPE

SEEK

REW

SIDE 1 2

TUNE

BASS

TREB

Electronic sound

BAL

SEL

FADE

RDS

SCAN AUTO

COMP

SHUFF

system; refer to

Audio Guide

(pg. 35)

Instrumentation

Clock

(pg. 34)

Passenger side

air bag

(pg. 77)

SELECT

AUTO

RESET

FRONT

MAX A/C

REAR

Climate control

systems

(pg. 26)

Traction control

switch*

(pg. 101)

Instrumentation

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

CHECK

TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION

O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL COMPASS

SERVICE

ENGINE

SOON

H F

CIRCLE SLOWLY

TRAC

Service engine soon

Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD II). This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle.

The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the engine is started, one of the engine’s emission control systems may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted. The vehicle

MPH km/h

P R N D 2 1

100

120

140

100

160

110

180

120

WASHER FUEL ECON AVG LTR/100km

km MILES/GAL

AIR

BAG

FILL ON

LEFT

FUEL REMAIN

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

BRAKE

SER VICE

ENGINE

SOON

will usually be drivable and will not require towing.

What you should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates

Light turns on solid:

This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction.

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

1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.)

2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.

3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened.

These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and/or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Service Engine Soon light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required.

If the Service Engine Soon light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.

Instrumentation

Light is blinking:

Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.

Under engine misfire

conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

Air bag readiness

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately.

AIR

BAG

Safety belt

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For more information, refer to the

Seating and safety restraints

chapter.

Brake system warning

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON and the engine is off. Also illuminates when the parking brake is engaged. Illumination after releasing the

BRAKE

parking brake indicates low brake fluid level.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is off. If the light remains on, continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the system serviced immediately.

Turn signal

Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If one or both of the indicators stay on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out turn signal bulb. Refer to Exterior

bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter.

High beams

Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

Instrumentation

ABS

Charging system

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON and the engine is off. The light also illuminates when the battery is not charging properly, requiring electrical system service.

Instrumentation

Engine oil pressure

Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately. Check the oil level and add oil if needed. Refer to

Engine oil in the Maintenance and Care chapter.

This lamp also illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON and the engine is off.

Engine coolant temperature

Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let it cool.

Never remove the coolant

recovery cap while the engine is running or hot.

Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. If light stays on or continues to turn on after the vehicle warms up, have your vehicle serviced.

This light also illuminates briefly when the ignition key is turned to ON.

Check Trac (if equipped)

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is off. If the light stays on, the Traction Controly system needs to be serviced.

CHECK

TRAC

Trunk ajar

If the trunk is not completely closed, this light comes on when you turn the ignition to ON. With the ignition ON, this light will flash five times and sound a tone for one second, then remain on.

Door ajar

Illuminates when one of the doors is not completely shut and the ignition is turned to ON. With the ignition ON, this light will flash five times and sound a tone for one second, then remain on.

Trac off

This light illuminates when the Traction Controlt system has been disabled (by the driver or as a result of a system failure). For more information, refer to the Driving chapter.

Instrumentation

TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION

O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL COMPASS

TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION

O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL COMPASS

TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION

O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL COMPASS

CIRCLE SLOWLY

Air suspension

Briefly illuminates when the ignition is turned ON. This light will remain on to indicate that the air suspension switch is off or to indicate a possible system fault. For more information on the air suspension system, refer to the Driving chapter.

TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION

O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL COMPASS

CIRCLE SLOWLY

Instrumentation

O/D off

Illuminates when the transmission control switch (TCS) has been pushed. When the light is on, the transmission does not shift into overdrive. If the light does not come on when the TCS is depressed or if the light flashes when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced.

Trac active

Illuminates when the Traction Controlt system begins applying and releasing the brakes and adjusting the engine characteristics to limit a wheelspin condition. For more information on the air suspension system, refer to the Driving chapter.

Speed control

This light comes on when either the SET/ACCEL or RESUME controls are pressed. It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position.

TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION

O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL COMPASS

TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION

O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL COMPASS

TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION

O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL COMPASS

CIRCLE SLOWLY

Washer

Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low.

WASHER LTR/100km

FUEL ECON AVG

km MILES/GAL

FUEL REMAIN

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

Safety belt warning chime

Chimes to remind you to fasten your safety belts.

For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the

Seating and safety restraints

chapter.

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime

For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the

Seating and safety restraints

chapter.

Key-in-ignition warning chime

Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and either front door is opened.

Headlamps on warning chime

Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (and the key is not in the ignition) and either front door is opened.

Instrumentation

Turn signal chime

Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn.

Instrumentation

GAUGES

CHECK

TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION

O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL COMPASS

SERVICE

ENGINE

SOON

H F

Odometer

Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.

CIRCLE SLOWLY

TRAC

100

MPH km/h

P R N D 2 1

120

140

100

160

110

180

120

TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION

WASHER FUEL ECON AVG LTR/100km

km MILES/GAL

AIR

BAG

FILL ON

LEFT

FUEL REMAIN

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

BRAKE

CIRCLE SLOWLY

O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL COMPASS

Fuel gauge

Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (when the key is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion. The ignition should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is being refueled. When the gauge first indicates empty, there is a small amount of reserve fuel in the tank. When refueling the vehicle from empty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel.

FILL ON

LEFT

Speedometer

Indicates the current vehicle speed.

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating temperature, the needle remains within the normal area (the area between the “H” and “C”). If it travels past the “H,” the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the ignition and let the engine cool. Refer to Engine

coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter.

Instrumentation

MPH km/h

100

120

140

160

180

100

110

120

Never remove the coolant

recovery cap while the engine is running or hot.

This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level or mixture, the gauge indication will not be accurate.

Instrumentation

ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER

The electronic message center only works when the ignition is in the ON position.

The message center allows you to:

• see problems such as door ajar and trunk ajar.

• see the compass direction.

• check the on/off status of

traction control, air suspension and speed control systems.

TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION

O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL COMPASS

CIRCLE SLOWLY

• see how many kilometers/miles you can drive before running out of fuel.

• see how many liters/gallons of fuel remain in the fuel tank.

• monitor the average fuel economy.

• monitor the instantaneous fuel economy.

• monitor the average speed.

• check the distance traveled

during a trip on either Trip A or Trip B.

• check the distance remaining from a set value during a trip.

You can select different features for the message center to display by using the message center controls located in the center of the instrument panel.

WASHER LTR/100km

FUEL ECON AVG

km MILES/GAL

FUEL REMAIN

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

Selectable features

Select

Each press of the SELECT control will select a different feature as follows:

• FUEL ECON AVG

• FUEL REMAIN

• DIST TO EMPTY

• AVG SPEED

• TRIP A/TRIP B

• E/M

For descriptions of the SELECT features, refer to “Message center functions” later in this chapter.

Reset

Press this control to reset the selected message center function to zero. (The only functions which can be reset are FUEL ECON AVG, TRIP A or B, and AVG SPEED.)

Instrumentation

WASHER LTR/100km

km MILES/GAL

SELECT

FUEL ECON AVG

FUEL REMAIN

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

RESET

Compass display (if equipped)

The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy.

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

TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION

O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL COMPASS

CIRCLE SLOWLY

Instrumentation

to Compass calibration adjustment.

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

Compass zone adjustment

1. Determine which magnetic zone

you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map.

2. Locate the compass module

mounted on the center rear view mirror post.

3. Turn ignition to the ON position.

4. Press and hold the reset control

located on top of the compass module until the message center display changes to show the current zone setting.

5. Release the reset control, then

slowly press down again. Press the control repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed on the message center.

6. To exit the zone setting mode,

release pressure from the switch for greater than ten seconds.

Compass calibration adjustment

Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines.

For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut.

1. Start the vehicle.

2. Locate the compass module

mounted on the center rear view mirror post.

3. Press and hold the reset control

for 2 to 4 seconds until CIRCLE SLOWLY is displayed on the message center.

4. Release pressure from the

control.

5. Slowly drive the vehicle in a

circle (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]) until the CIRCLE SLOWLY indicator turns off. This will take up to five circles to complete calibration.

6. The compass is now calibrated.

Instrumentation

TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION

O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL COMPASS

CIRCLE SLOWLY

Message center functions

FUEL ECON AVG

Select this function to display your average fuel economy in liters/100 km or miles/gallon.

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled (miles traveled by gallons used), your figure may be different than

FUEL ECON AVG

FUEL REMAIN

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

Instrumentation

displayed for the following reasons:

• your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up

• differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at service stations

• variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another

• rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 liter (gallon)

Checking your highway fuel economy using the electronic message center display

The following procedure will allow you to accurately monitor your actual highway fuel economy. Since this procedure requires the vehicle speed control system to be set to highway speeds, it must be run only on suitable roadways where long distance speed control can be safely maintained.

You may notice gradual improvement in fuel economy over the course of your vehicle’s break-in period (approximately 1 600 kilometers [1 000 miles]).

1. Set the speed control. Refer to

Speed control in the Controls and features chapter.

2. Select FUEL ECON AVERAGE.

FUEL ECON AVG

FUEL REMAIN

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

Instrumentation

3. Press the RESET control to

clear the system memory.

• Actual highway fuel economy is now displayed. This current

average measure will change as the speed control system changes the engine speed to maintain a constant vehicle speed. This is most noticeable in hilly environments.

4. Drive the vehicle at least 8 km

(5 miles) with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average.

5. Record the highway fuel

economy for future reference. It is important to press the RESET

control after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings.

FUEL REMAIN

This function shows how many liters (gallons) of fuel you have left in the fuel tank. If the fuel level is above 71.9 liters (19 gallons), the letter “F” (full) will appear on the display. If the fuel level is below 4 liters (1 gallon), the letter “E” will appear in the display.

DIST TO EMPTY (DTE)

This function estimates approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions. Remember to turn the ignition OFF when refueling your vehicle. Otherwise, the display will

SELECT

RESET

FUEL ECON AVG

FUEL REMAIN

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

FUEL ECON AVG

FUEL REMAIN

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

Instrumentation

not show the addition of fuel for a few kilometers (miles).

The DTE function will flash for 5 seconds and sound a tone for 1 second when you have approximately:

• 80 km (50 miles) left before you run out of fuel

• 40 km (25 miles)

• 16 km (10 miles)

If “CO” or “CS” is displayed, there is a problem with the fuel indication system and you should contact your dealer for service as soon as possible.

AVG SPEED

To use this function, select AVG SPEED and press the RESET control. Your average speed from that point will be displayed until RESET is pressed again.

FUEL ECON AVG

FUEL REMAIN

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

TRIP A B

These two functions allow you to see how far you have traveled since you last reset. Trip A and Trip B are completely independent and must be reset individually.

To reset either trip feature to zero, press the RESET control while the appropriate trip distance feature (A or B) is displayed.

SELECT

FUEL ECON AVG

FUEL REMAIN

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

RESET

E/M

When this function is displayed, press the RESET control to change the message center display from metric to English units or from English to metric units.

Instrumentation

FUEL ECON AVG

FUEL REMAIN

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

Controls and features

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlight and parklamp operation.

• Push up to brighten.

• Push down to dim.

AUTOLAMP CONTROL

The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control.

The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a preselected period of time after the ignition switch is turned to OFF.

• To turn autolamps on, rotate the control counterclockwise. The preselected time lapse is adjustable up to approximately three minutes by continuing to rotate the control counterclockwise.

• To turn autolamps off, rotate the control clockwise to OFF.

PANEL

DIM

OFF

AUTO LAMP

HEADLAMP CONTROL

Rotate the headlamp control clockwise to the first position to turn on the parking lamps only. Rotate to the second position to also turn on the headlamps.

OFF

Daytime running light (Canadian vehicles only)

The daytime running light system turns the headlamps on, with a reduced light output, when:

• the vehicle is running,

• the parking brake is released,

• the headlamp system is in the

OFF position or AUTOLAMP position when the autolamp function has turned on the headlamps (daytime)

The Daytime Running

Light (DRL) system will not illuminate the tail lamps and parking lamps. Turn on your headlamps at dusk. Failure to do so may result in a collision.

High beams

Push forward to activate.

Controls and features

HI LO

OFF

Controls and features

Flash to pass

Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate.

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Electronic Automatic

Temperature Control (EATC) system

The EATC system will maintain a selected temperature and automatically control airflow. You can override automatic operation with any of the override controls, the fan speed control or steering wheel controls.

Turning the EATC on

Press AUTO, any of the override controls or the fan speed control. The EATC will only operate when the ignition is in the ON position.

EXT OFF AUTO

MAX

A/C

AUTO

MAX A/C

HI LO

OFF

FRONT

REAR

FRONT

REAR

Turning the EATC off

Press OFF. The Outside Temperature (EXT) function will continue to operate until the ignition is turned off.

EXT OFF AUTO

MAX

A/C

Automatic operation

Press AUTO and select the desired temperature. The selected temperature and the word AUTO will appear in the display window. The EATC system will either heat or cool to achieve the selected temperature. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location and if fresh outside air or recirculated air is required. Fan speed remains automatic unless the fan speed control is pressed or the steering wheel fan speed control is pressed.

When in AUTO and weather conditions require heat, air will be sent to the floor. However, if the engine is not warm enough to provide heat, the fan will be at a low speed and the air will be directed to the windshield. In 3½ minutes or less, the fan speed will start to increase and the airflow location will change to the floor area.

If unusual conditions exist (i.e.-window fogging, etc.), the manual override controls allow you to select airflow locations and the fan control allows you to adjust fan speed as necessary.

Temperature selection

The display window indicates the selected temperature, function (AUTO or one of the override controls) and manual control of fan speed ( speed is not desired.

) if automatic fan

Controls and features

AUTO

Controls and features

To control the temperature, select any temperature between 18°C (65°F) and 29°C (85°F) by pressing the temperature control.

For continuous maximum cooling, push the temperature control until 16°C (60°F) is shown in the display window. The EATC will continue maximum cooling (disregarding the displayed temperature) until a warmer temperature is selected by pressing the temperature control.

For continuous maximum heating, push the temperature control until 32°C (90°F) is shown in the display window. The EATC will continue maximum heating (disregarding the displayed temperature) until a cooler temperature is selected by pressing the temperature control.

Temperature conversion

Press MAX A/C and FRONT

at the same time (for one second) to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius.

EXT OFF AUTO

FRONT

REAR

EXT

MAX

A/C

FRONT

REAR

If your vehicle has an English/Metric (E/M) control to change your electronic instrument cluster (if equipped) and the message center (if equipped) from English to Metric, this control will also change the temperature

display. Refer to Electronic

Message Center in the Instrumentation Chapter.

Fan speed ( )

When AUTO is pressed, fan speed is adjusted automatically for existing conditions. You can override fan speed at any time. To control fan speed manually, press the fan control to cancel automatic fan speed operation or use the steering wheel fan speed control. Press the control up for higher fan speed or down for lower fan speed.

The display will show

and a bar graph to indicate manual fan operation and relative speed.

To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO.

Manual override controls

The override controls allow you to determine where airflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO.

Controls and features

EXT OFF AUTO

MAX

A/C

AUTO

FRONT

REAR

EXT OFF AUTO

AUTO

MAX

A/C

The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except

and . It will also operate only when required when AUTO has been selected. However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or above.

Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation, it is normal if

Controls and features

clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle.

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

• MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air

to cool the vehicle. The temperature display will remain unchanged and air will be cooled based on the selected temperature. To exit, press AUTO or any other override controls. MAX A/C is noisier than normal A/C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster. Airflow is from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

-Distributes outside air

•

through the instrument panel registers. However, the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.

•

-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this

mode. The air will be heated or cooled based on the temperature selection. For added customer comfort, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the instrument panel registers.

•

• FRONT

-Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts. However, the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.

-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. The air will be heated or cooled based on the temperature selection. For added customer comfort, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts. If the temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to prevent fogging.

-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the outside air temperature is about

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