Lincoln TOWN CAR 2000 Owner Manual

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Contents

Before driving Introduction 2

Instrumentation 6 Controls and features 23 Seating and safety restraints 84 Starting and driving

Starting 114 Driving 118 Roadside emergencies 132 Servicing

Maintenance and care 150 Capacities and specifications 195 Customer assistance 202 Reporting safety defects 213

Index 214

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Introduction

The following warning may be required by California law:

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

Engine exhaust, some if its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, or birth defects or other reproductive harm.

ICONS

Indicates a safety alert. Read the following section on Warnings.

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

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

Indicates a message regarding child safety restraints. Refer to Seating and safety restraints for more information.

Indicates that this Owner Guide contains information on this subject. Please refer to the Index to locate the appropriate section which will provide you more information.

Introduction

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.

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.

Introduction

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

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front

Air Bag-Side Child Seat

Child Seat Installation Warning

Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System

Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Tether Anchorage

Traction Control

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Power Windows Front/Rear

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

Power Window Lockout

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

MAX

MIN

Introduction

Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol

Panic Alarm Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid

Explosive Gas Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid Level

Emission System Engine Air Filter

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Jack

Instrumentation

Panel dimmer

switch

(pg. 23)

Headlamp control

(pg. 23)

OFF

PANEL

DIM

Instrument cluster

(pg. 8)

CHECK

TRAC

H F

SERVICE ENGINE

SOON

LO F

OFF

MIST

100

MPH km/h

Gearshift lever

(pg. 123)

120

140

100

160

110

180

FILL ON

LEFT

120

VOL PUSH ON

Turn signal and

wiper/washer control

(pg. 56)

RESUME

SET ACCEL

COAST

OFF

Speed control

(pg. 56)

Driver air bag

(pg. 98)

Climate controls

(pg. 60)

VOL

MODE

TEMP FAN

Electronic sound system controls*

(pg. 60)

EXT

Instrumentation

TAPE

SEEK

REW

SELECT

MAX

AUTO

A/C

Electronic sound system

(pg. 30)

Clock*

(pg. 53)

Passenger side

air bag

(pg. 99)

BAL

BASS

SEL

TREB

FADE

RDS

SCAN AUTO

TUNE

SIDE 1 2

COMP

SHUFF

RESET

FRONT

REAR

Climate control system

(pg. 24)

Traction control switch*

(pg. 121)

* if equipped

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). The OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle.

The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the engine is started, one of the engine’s emission control systems may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing.

What you should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates

Light turns on solid:

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

100

MPH km/h

P R N D 2 1

120

140

100

160

110

180

120

WASHER LTR/100km

km MILES/GAL

FILL ON

LEFT

AIR

BAG

FUEL ECON

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

BRAKE

SERVICE

ENGINE

SOON

Instrumentation

2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.

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

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

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

Light is blinking:

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

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior

floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

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 to the ON position to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For more information, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

Instrumentation

Brake system warning

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the START position. Also illuminates if the parking brake is engaged. If the brake warning lamp does not illuminate at these times, seek service immediately. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light remains on, continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the system serviced immediately. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with the parking brake released.

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.

BRAKE

ABS

High beams

Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

Instrumentation

Charging system

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

Engine oil pressure

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately. Check the oil level and add oil if needed. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and care chapter.

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

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

Instrumentation

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 remain on until all doors are closed.

Trac off

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.

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, the load limit is exceeded 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), refer to

Overdrive control in the Controls and Features chapter, has been

pushed turning the transmission overdrive function OFF. When the light is on, the transmission does not operate in the overdrive mode, refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation.

The light may also flash steadily if a transmission malfunction is detected. If the light does not come on when the Transmission Control Switch is depressed or if the light flashes steadily, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, damage to the transmission could occur.

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 traction control system, refer to the Driving chapter.

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

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

CIRCLE SLOWLY

Instrumentation

Washer

Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low.

Safety belt warning chime

Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seating

and safety restraints chapter.

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime

For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

Key-in-ignition warning chime

Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the driver’s door is opened.

Headlamps on warning chime

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

WASHER LTR/100km

km MILES/GAL

FUEL ECON

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

Turn signal chime (if equipped)

Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is driven more than 0.8 km (1/2 mile).

GAUGES

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

Odometer

Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.

100

MPH km/h

P R N D 2 1

Instrumentation

120

140

100

160

110

180

120

TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION

O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL COMPASS

WASHER LTR/100km

km MILES/GAL

FILL ON

LEFT

AIR

BAG

FUEL ECON

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

BRAKE

CIRCLE SLOWLY

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

FILL ON

LEFT

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 an empty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel.

Instrumentation

Speedometer

Indicates the current vehicle speed.

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating temperature, the needle remains within the normal area (the area between the “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine immediately and let the engine cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter.

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.

100

MPH km/h

120

140

160

180

100

110

120

This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate. If the gauge enters the red section, the oil pressure/engine coolant and Check Engine/Service Engine Soon indicators illuminate, refer to What you should know about fail-safe cooling in the Maintenance and care chapter.

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 air

suspension and speed control systems.

Instrumentation

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.

WASHER LTR/100km

km MILES/GAL

FUEL ECON

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

• monitor the average speed.

• check the distance traveled during a trip on either Trip A or Trip B.

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.

Selectable features Select

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

• FUEL ECON

• DIST TO EMPTY

• AVG SPEED

WASHER LTR/100km

km MILES/GAL

FUEL ECON

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

• TRIP A/TRIP B

• E/M

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

Instrumentation

Reset

Press this control to reset the selected message center function to zero. (The only functions which can be reset are FUEL ECON and TRIP AorB.)

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 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.

SELECT

TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION

O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL COMPASS

RESET

CIRCLE SLOWLY

Instrumentation

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 and

the calibration button mounted on the center rear view mirror post.

3. Turn ignition to the ON position.

4. Press and hold the CALIBRATION

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

5. Release the CALIBRATION

BUTTON, then slowly press down again. Press the CALIBRATION BUTTON 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 and the CALIBRATION BUTTON mounted

on the center rear view mirror post.

3. Press and hold the CALIBRATION

BUTTON for 2 to 4 seconds until CIRCLE SLOWLY is displayed on the

TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION

message center.

4. Release pressure from the button.

5. Slowly drive the vehicle in a

circle (less than 5 km/h [3 mph])

O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL COMPASS

CIRCLE SLOWLY

Instrumentation

until the CIRCLE SLOWLY indicator turns off. This will take up to five circles to complete calibration.

6. The compass is now calibrated.

Message center functions FUEL ECON (Average fuel economy)

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 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.

FUEL ECON

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

Instrumentation

2. Select FUEL ECON

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 ECON

SELECT

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

RESET

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

At least 9.5 liters (2.5 gallons) of fuel must be added for DTE to immediately show new distance.

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)

FUEL ECON

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

Instrumentation

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.

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.

FUEL ECON

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

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

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.

SELECT

FUEL ECON

DIST TO EMPTY

AVG SPEED

TRIP A B

E/M

RESET

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.

HEADLAMP CONTROL

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

PANEL

DIM

OFF

AUTO LAMP

OFF

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

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

• the ignition is in RUN,

• the transmission is not in P (Park), and

Controls and features

• the headlamp system is not turned on by another feature such as using the headlamp control or Autolamp.

The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system will automatically illuminate the tail lamps and parking lamps at dusk (when the headlamp control is in the OFF position). Since the instrument panel will not be illuminated, turn on the headlamps using the headlamp control.

High beams

Push forward to activate. Pull toward you to deactivate.

HI LO

OFF

Flash to pass

Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate.

HI LO

OFF

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,

EXT OFF AUTO

MAX A/C

the fan speed control or steering wheel controls.

FRONT

REAR

Turning the EATC on

Press AUTO, any of the override controls or the fan speed control. The EATC will only operate when the vehicle is running.

Turning the EATC off

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

Controls and features

FRONT

REAR

EXT OFF AUTO

AUTO

MAX A/C

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 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.

⁄2minutes or less, the fan speed will start to increase and the airflow

In 3 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.

Controls and features

Temperature selection

The display window indicates the selected temperature, function (AUTO or one of the override controls) and manual control of fan speed (

) if automatic fan speed

AUTO

is not desired. 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

MAX A/C

EXT

FRONT

REAR

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.

Controls and features

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

EXT OFF AUTO

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.

AUTO

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.

EXT OFF AUTO

AUTO

MAX

A/C

MAX A/C

FRONT

REAR

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

Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle.

Controls and features

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.

•

• FRONT

• OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short

-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.

-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 reduce 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 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.

periods of time only, use this mode to reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

Displaying outside temperature

Press EXT to display the outside air temperature. It will be displayed until EXT is pressed again.

Controls and features

EXT OFF AUTO

MAX

A/C

If the selected temperature is changed while the outside temperature is displayed, the new temperature will be displayed for four seconds after it is changed, then the outside temperature will return to the window.

If a manual override function is selected while the outside temperature is displayed, the new function will be displayed for four seconds after it is changed, then the outside temperature will return to the window along with the override selection.

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

• In humid weather, select FRONT before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. After a few minutes, select any desired position.

• To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’t drive with the climate control system in the OFF position.

• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield).

Controls and features

• If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather, the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three minutes with the windows open. This will force most of the hot, stale air out of the vehicle. Then operate the air conditioner as you would normally.

• Do not place objects over the defroster outlets. These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield. Also, avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel. These objects can fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system.

Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel, as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.

USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM AM/FM stereo cassette

VOL - PUSH ON

BASS TREB BAL FADE

FM1

CLK

TAPE

AMS

SEEK TUNE

SCAN

SIDE REW FF

1 - 2

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Your vehicle is equipped with a delayed accessory feature. This feature enables the audio playing media to continue playing up to 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off, or until a door is opened.

Controls and features

Volume/power control

Press the control to turn the audio system on or off.

Turn the control to raise or lower volume.

If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.

AM/FM select

The AM/FM select control works in radio and tape modes.

VOL - PUSH ON

AM/FM select in radio mode

This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the AM control to select from AM selections, and press the FM control to select from FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations.

AM/FM select in tape mode

Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play.

Controls and features

Tune adjust

The tune control works in radio mode.

Tune adjust in radio mode

• Press to move to the next frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly.

• Press

to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not

a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement.

Seek function

The seek function control works in radio mode.

Seek function in radio mode

• Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band.

• Press

to find the next listenable station up the frequency band.

Scan function

The scan function works in radio mode.

SEEK TUNE

SEEK

TUNE

SCAN

Scan function in radio mode

Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band. Press the SCAN control again to stop the scan mode.

Radio station memory preset

The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations (six in FM1 and six in FM2).

Controls and features

Setting memory preset stations

1. Select the frequency band with the AM or the FM select control.

2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station.

3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns, indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected.

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Bass adjust

The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output.

BASS

Treble adjust

The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output.

TREB

Controls and features

Speaker balance adjust

Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers.

Speaker fade adjust

Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers.

Tape select

• To enter tape mode while in radio mode, press the TAPE AMS control.

BAL

FADE

CLK

TAPE

AMS

Automatic Music Search

The Automatic Music Search feature allows you to quickly locate the beginning of the tape selection being played or to skip to the next selection.

To activate the feature, momentarily depress the TAPE AMS button. Then, press either REW (for the beginning of the current selection) or FF (to advance to the next selection). The tape deck stops and returns to play mode when the AMS circuit senses a blank section on the tape.

CLK

TAPE

AMS

Controls and features

In order to ensure proper operation of the AMS feature, the tape MUST have a blank section of at least four seconds duration between programs.

Rewind

The rewind control works in tape mode.

To rewind in tape mode, press the REW control.

Fast forward

The fast forward control works in tape mode.

• In the tape mode, tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached.

Tape direction select

Press SIDE and 1–2 at the same time to play the alternate side of a tape.

Eject function

Press the control to stop and eject a tape.

SIDE

1 - 2

REW FF

SIDE

1 - 2

REW FF

SIDE

1 - 2

REW FF

DolbyTnoise reduction

Dolbyt noise reduction operates only in tape mode. Dolbyt reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback.

Press the control to activate (and deactivate) Dolbyt noise reduction. The noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby

Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Setting the clock

This feature applies to vehicles not equipped with a separate, instrument panel mounted clock. If your vehicle has a separate clock, please refer to Clock in this chapter.

Controls and features

Press CLK to toggle between listening frequencies and clock mode while in radio mode.

To set the hour, press and hold the CLK control and press:

CLK

TAPE

AMS

•

To set the minute, press and hold the CLK control and press:

•

to decrease hours and to increase hours.

to decrease minutes and to increase minutes.

SEEK SEEK

TUNE TUNE

CLK

TAPE

AMS

SEEK

TUNE

SEEK

TUNE

The CLK control will allow you to switch between media display mode (radio station, stereo information, etc.) and clock display mode (time). When in clock mode, the media information will display for 10 seconds, when the radio is turned on, and then revert to clock information.

Controls and features

Anytime that the media is changed, (new radio station, etc.), the media information will again display for 10 seconds before reverting back to the clock. In media mode, the media information will always be displayed.

Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette (CD Changer Compatible)

VOL PUSH ON

CD TAPE

MUTE

FMAM

REW

SEEK

TUNE

SIDE 1.2

3 4

AlpineTAudio System with AM/FM Stereo Cassette (CD Changer Compatible)

VOL PUSH ON

CD TAPE

BASS

SEL

TREB

RDS

SCAN

COMP5SHUFF

BASS

TREB

RDS

AUTO

SEL

DSP

BAL

FADE

BAL

FADE

MUTE

AM FM

REW

SEEK

TUNE SCAN AUTO

SIDE 1-2

3 4

COMP5SHUFF

Controls and features

Your audio system is equipped with selective lighting, a unique lighting strategy. This lighting feature is operable when the headlamps are illuminated. During the operation of any selected mode, lighting for the individual function controls will either illuminate or turn off. Those controls which have a function for the specific mode of operation selected will be lit, while the controls which have no function for that mode will be turned off.

Volume/power control

Press the control to turn the audio system on or off.

VOL PUSH ON

Turn the control to raise or lower volume.

VOL PUSH ON

If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.

Speed sensitive volume (if equipped)

With this feature, radio volume changes automatically and slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise.

The recommended level for speed sensitive volume is from level 1 through level 3. Level 0 turns the speed sensitive volume off and level 7 is the maximum setting.

With the radio on, press and hold the volume control for five seconds, until the display reads SPEED VOL #, then press:

Controls and features

VOL PUSH ON

•

to increase volume

compensation

• to decrease or shut off the volume compensation

AM/FM select

The AM/FM select control works in radio, tape and CD modes (if equipped).

SEL

FMAM

Controls and features

AM/FM select in radio mode

This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the control to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations.

AM/FM select in tape mode

Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play.

AM/FM select in CD mode

Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play.

Tune adjust

The tune control works in radio or CD mode (if equipped).

Tune adjust in radio mode

• Press to move to the next frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly.

• Press

to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not

a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement.

Tune adjust for CD changer

• Press to select the previous disc in the CD changer. (Play will begin on the first track of the disc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode.) Refer to Shuffle feature for more information. Hold the control to continue reversing through the discs.

• Press

to select the next disc in the CD changer. Hold the control

to fast-forward through the remaining discs.

Seek function

The seek function control works in radio, tape or CD mode (if equipped).

Seek function in radio mode

• Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band.

• Press

to find the next listenable station up the frequency band.

TUNE

SEEK

Controls and features

Seek function in tape mode

• Press to listen to the previous selection on the tape or return to the beginning of the current selection.

• Press

to listen to the next selection on the tape.

Seek function for CD changer

• Press to seek to the previous track of the current disc. If a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you press that selection from the beginning.

• Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc. After the last track has been completed, the first track of the current disc will automatically replay.

, the CD changer will replay

Scan function

The scan function works in radio, tape or CD mode (if equipped).

Scan function in radio mode

Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band. Press the SCAN control again to stop the scan mode.

Scan function in tape mode

Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the tape. (The tape scans in a forward direction. At the end of the tape’s first side, direction automatically reverses to the opposite side of the tape.) To stop on a particular selection, press the control again.

Scan function in CD mode

Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the CD. (The CD scans in a forward direction, wrapping back to the first track at the end of the CD.) To stop on a particular selection, press the control again.

SEEK

SCAN

Controls and features

Radio station memory preset

The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations (six in FM1 and six in FM2).

Setting memory preset stations

1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control.

2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more

information on selecting a station.

3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns,

indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected.

REW

Autoset memory preset

Autoset allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations.

Starting autoset memory preset

1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM select controls.

2. Press the AUTO control.

3. When the first six strong stations

are filled, the station stored in memory preset control 1 will start playing.

If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band, the remaining memory preset controls will all store the last strong station available.

To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system’s manually set memory stations, press the control again.

SIDE 1.2

3 4

COMP

AUTO

SHUFF

Bass adjust

The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output.

Press the BASS control. Use the SEL control to increase or decrease the amount of bass.

Treble adjust

The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output.

Press the TREB control. Use the SEL control to increase or decrease the amount of treble.

Speaker balance adjust

Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers.

Press the BAL control. Use the SEL control to adjust the sound between the speakers.

Controls and features

BASS

SEL

TREB

BASS

SEL

TREB

BAL

SEL

FADE

Speaker fade adjust

Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers.

BAL

Press the FADE control. Use the SEL control to adjust the sound between the front and rear speakers.

FADE

Tape/CD select

• To begin tape play (with a tape loaded into the audio system)

CD TAPE

while in the radio or CD mode, press the TAPE control. Press the button during rewind or fast forward to stop the rewind or fast forward function.

SEL

Controls and features

• To begin CD play (if equipped with CD changer), ensure that the CDs are loaded. Press the CD control. The first track of the disc will begin playing. After that, CD play will begin where it stopped last.

Rewind

The rewind control works in tape and CD modes.

• In tape mode, radio play will continue until rewind is stopped (with the TAPE control) or the beginning of the tape is reached.

• In CD mode, pressing the REW control for less than three seconds results in slow rewind. Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast rewind.

Fast forward

The fast forward control works in tape and CD modes (if equipped).

• In the tape mode, tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached.

• In CD mode, pressing the control for less than three seconds results in slow forward action. Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast forward action.

Tape direction select

Press SIDE 1–2 to play the alternate side of a tape.

CD TAPE

REW

SIDE 1-2

Eject function

Press the control to stop and eject a tape.

Controls and features

DolbyTnoise reduction

Dolbyt noise reduction operates only in tape mode. Dolbyt reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback.

Press the (and deactivate) Dolbyt noise reduction.

The noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Compression feature

Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level.

Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust.

The effect of the feature varies with the music content.

Shuffle feature

The shuffle feature operates in CD mode and plays all tracks on the current disc in random order. If equipped with the CD changer, the shuffle feature continues to the next disc after all tracks are played.

Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature. Random order play will continue until the SHUFFLE control is pressed again.

Radio data system (RDS) feature

This feature allows your audio system to receive station identification or program type from RDS-equipped FM radio stations.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) recommend FM radio broadcasters to use RDS technology to transmit information. FM radio stations are independently operated and individually elect to use RDS technology to transmit station ID and program type as desired.

control to activate

RDS

COMP

SHUFF

DSP

Controls and features

Press the RDS control. Use the SEL control to select ON or OFF to enable or disable the feature. With the RDS activated, press the SEL control to scroll through the following selections:

Traffic

• Press the RDS control until TRAFFIC is displayed.

• Use the SEL control to select ON or OFF. With the feature on, use the SEEK or SCAN control to find a radio station broadcasting a traffic report (if it is broadcasting RDS data).

Traffic information is not available in most U.S. markets.

Program type

• Press the RDS control until the FIND program type is displayed.

SEL

RDS

SEL

RDS

DSP

• Use the SEL control to select the program type. With the feature on, use the SEEK or SCAN control to find the desired program type from the following selections:

• Classic

• Country

• Info

• Jazz

• Oldies

• R&B

• Religious

SEL

Controls and features

• Rock

• Soft

• Top 40

Show

• With RDS activated, press the RDS control until SHOW is displayed.

• Use the SEL control to select TYPE (the display shows the program type), NAME (the display shows the call letters of the station) or NONE.

RDS clock feature

Refer to Setting the clock for information.

Phone mode

This feature allows you to control the factory-installed cellular phone (if equipped) through the radio controls.

• Press the phone/mute control to enter phone mode. The playing media will mute.

• Use SEEK, TUNE or radio presets 1 through 6 to select a phone number previously programmed in the phone.

• Press the phone/mute control again to send and end calls.

This control will mute the playing media even if your vehicle is not equipped with a factory-installed cellular phone.

Press the control again to return to the playing media.

Digital signal processing (if equipped)

The digital signal processing (DSP) feature allows you to change the signal mode to suit your listening tastes.

RDS

DSP

SEL

MUTE

DSP

Controls and features

These effects will change the sound quality and may need to be adjusted based upon the program material to suit your listening needs.

Press the control to turn the feature on or off. Use the SEL control to select the

desired signal mode (the selected mode will appear in the display). The following signal modes can be selected:

• JAZZ CLUB—jazz club with clearly reflected sounds.

• HALL—rectangular concert hall capacity of about 2 000

• CHURCH—church with a high vault.

• STADIUM—outdoor stadium with a capacity of about 30 000.

• NEWS—“voice-only” type of sound with a limited audio band.

Press the DSP control until one of the following appears:

• ALL SEATS

• DRIVER SEAT

• REAR SEATS

Use the SELECT control to change the equalization to the desired mode.

RDS

SEL

DSP

SEL

Setting the clock with radio data system (RDS) feature (if equipped)

This feature applies to vehicles not equipped with a separate, instrument panel mounted clock. If your vehicle has a separate clock, please refer to Clock in this chapter.

Press the RDS control until CLOCK HOUR or CLOCK MINUTE is displayed.

RDS

Use the SEL control to manually set the time.

• Press to increase hours/minutes.

• Press to decrease hours/minutes.

CD changer (if equipped)

Your CD changer is located in the trunk. Slide the door to access the CD

changer magazine.

Controls and features

SEL

Press

4. Pull the lever to remove a CD

tray from the magazine.

to eject the magazine.

Controls and features

5. Insert one disc into each CD tray

of the magazine (up to 6 discs). Ensure that the label side is facing up.

If you pull too hard on the disc holder, the disc holder may come completely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holder back into the magazine.

6. Insert each CD tray, with the disc

loaded, all the way into the CD magazine.

7. Insert the CD magazine into the

changer.

8. Slide the door to the left to close.

Use only compact discs containing this mark.

The magazine does not need to be full for the changer to operate.

Controls and features

Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the changer. The magazine may be stored in the glove compartment when not being used.

The CD magazine may be inserted or ejected with the radio power off.

Do not insert any promotional (odd shaped or sized) discs into the CD changer as that jamming may occur.

Troubleshooting the CD changer (if equipped)

The laser beam used in the compact disc player is harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the case.

If sound skips:

• You may be traveling on a rough road, playing badly scratched discs or the disc may be dirty. Skipping will not scratch the discs or damage the player.

If your changer does not work, it may be that:

• A disc is already loaded where you want to insert a disc.

• The disc is inserted with the label surface downward.

• The disc is dusty or defective.

• The player’s internal temperature is above 60°C (140°F). Allow the

player to cool down before operating.

• A disc with format and dimensions not within industry standards is inserted.

Cleaning compact discs

Inspect all discs for contamination before playing. If necessary, clean discs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out to the edge. Do not use circular motion.

CD and CD changer care

• Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface.

• Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended

periods of time.

• Do not insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine.

Controls and features

Cleaning cassette player (if equipped)

Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after 10 to 12 hours of play in order to maintain the best sound and operation.

Cassette and cassette player care

• Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less.

• Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, high humidity, extreme heat or

extreme cold. Allow tapes that may have been exposed to extreme temperatures to reach a moderate temperature before playing.

• Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole and turning the hub.

• Remove loose labels before inserting tapes.

• Do not leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not

being played.

Radio frequency information

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission(CRTC) establish the frequencies AM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts. Allowable frequencies are:

AM 530, 540–1600, 1610 kHz FM 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Not all frequencies are used in a given area.

Radio reception factors

Three factors can affect radio reception:

• Distance/strength. The further an FM signal travels, the weaker it is. The listenable range of the average FM station is approximately 40 km (24 miles). This range can be affected by “signal modulation.” Signal modulation is a process radio stations use to increase their strength/volume relative to other stations.

• Terrain. Hills, mountains and tall buildings between your vehicle’s antenna and the radio station signal can cause FM reception problems. Static can be caused on AM stations by power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms. Moving away from an interfering structure (out of its “shadow”) returns your reception to normal.

Controls and features

• Station overload. Weak signals are sometimes captured by stronger signals when you pass a broadcast tower. A stronger signal may temporarily overtake a weaker signal and play while the weak station frequency is displayed.

The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if it will improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo.

Audio system warranties and service

Refer to the “Warranty Guide” for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or a qualified technician.

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER

The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel.

Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog.

• A small LED will illuminate when the rear defroster is activated.

The ignition must be in the ON position to operate the rear window defroster.

The defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the OFF position. To manually turn off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed, push the control again.

FRONT

REAR

CLOCK (IF EQUIPPED)

If your vehicle is not equipped with an instrument panel mounted clock, refer to Setting the Clock section in this chapter.

Press the right control to increase the time displayed.

Controls and features

Press the left control to decrease the time displayed.

AUXILIARY POWER POINT

The auxiliary power point is located under the instrument panel. This outlet should be used in place of the cigarette lighter for optional

VOL PUSH ON

electrical accessories.

EXT

POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION

1. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical

accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not

running.

2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,

automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal.

3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all

accessories without locking the steering wheel.

4. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key

position when driving.

5. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine

starts.

BAL

BASS

SEL

TREB

FADE

RDS

TAPE

SCAN AUTO

SEEK

TUNE

MUTE

SIDE 1 2

REW

COMP

SHUFF

RESET

SELECT

FRONT

REAR

MAX

AUTO

OFF

A/C

Controls and features

KEY SYSTEM

The vehicle is equipped with a master key and valet key lock system. The master key will actuate doors, trunk, glove box, ignition and remote trunk release. The valet key (marked “valet”) will actuate doors and ignition only.

TILT STEERING

Pull the tilt steering control toward you to move the steering wheel up or down. Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to the desired position, then release the control.

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL

• Push down to activate the left turn signal.

• Push up to activate the right turn signal.

HI LO

OFF

Controls and features

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS

Rotate the windshield wiper control to the desired interval, low or high speed position.

The bars of varying length are for intermittent wipers. When in this position rotate the control upward for fast intervals and downward for slow intervals.

Push the control on the end of the stalk to activate washer. Push and hold for a longer wash cycle. The washer will automatically shut off after ten seconds of continuous use.

Mist Function

To operate the Mist function of the windshield wipers, push and release the windshield washer control quickly. The wipers will cycle one or two times.

SPEED CONTROL To turn speed control on

• Press ON.

Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km/h (30 mph).

HI LO

OFF

HI LO

OFF

HI LO

OFF

Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved.

Controls and features

Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neutral) with the speed control on.

To turn speed control off

• Press OFF or

• Turn off the vehicle ignition.

OFF

Once speed control is switched off, the previously programmed set speed will be erased.

To set a speed

• Press SET/SET ACC/SET ACCEL. For speed control to operate, the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 48 km/h (30 mph).

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

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 on a downhill, you may want to shift to the next lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed.

If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. This is normal. Pressing RES/RSM/RESUME will re-engage it.

Controls and features

Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved.

To set a higher set speed

• Press and hold SET/SET ACC/ SET ACCEL. Release the control when the desired vehicle speed is reached or

• Press and release SET/SET ACC/ SET ACCEL. Each press will increase the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or

• Accelerate with your accelerator pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is reached, press and release SET/SET ACC/SET ACCEL.

You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed.

To set a lower set speed

• Press and hold CST/COAST. Release the control when the desired speed is reached or

• Press and release CST/COAST. Each press will decrease the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

• Depress the brake pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is reached, press SET/SET ACC/ SET ACCEL.

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

To disengage speed control

• Depress the brake pedal.

Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed.

Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed.

To return to a previously set speed

• Press RES/RSM/RESUME. For RES/RSM/RESUME to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph).

Controls and features

OFF

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

Indicator light

Indicator message

This message is displayed in the Message Center when either the

SPEED CONTROL

SET ACC/SET ACCEL or RES/RSM/ 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.

Controls and features

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)

These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate control features.

Radio control features

• Press BAND/MODE to select AM, FM1, FM2, TAPE or CD (if equipped).

In Radio mode:

• Press MEM/NEXT to select a preset station from memory.

In Tape mode:

• Press MEM/NEXT to listen to the next selection on the tape.

In CD mode:

• Press MEM/NEXT to listen to the next track on the disc.

In any mode:

• Press VOL up or down to adjust the volume.

MODE

Climate control features

• Press TEMP up or down to adjust temperature.

• Press FAN up or down to adjust fan speed.

OVERDRIVE CONTROL Activating overdrive

(Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy.

The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through all available gears.

Controls and features

Deactivating overdrive

Press the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) located on the end of the gearshift lever. The Transmission Control Indicator Light (TCIL) will illuminate on the instrument cluster.

The transmission will operate in all gears except overdrive. To return to normal overdrive mode, press the Transmission Control Switch again. The TCIL will no longer be illuminated.

When you shut off and re-start your vehicle, the transmission will automatically return to normal

(Overdrive) mode.

For additional information about the gearshift lever and the transmission control switch operation refer to the Automatic Transmission Operation section of the Driving chapter.

HOMELINKT UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER (IF EQUIPPED)

The HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver, located on the driver’s visor, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters with a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most current transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gates, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting.

O/D

ON/OFF

O/D

ON/OFF

When programming your HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver, to a garage door or gate be sure that people and objects are out of

the way to prevent potential harm or damage.

Do not use the HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U.S. federal safety standards (this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannot detect an object, signaling the door to stop and reverse, does not meet current U.S. federal safety standards. For more information on this matter, call toll-free: 1–800–355–3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink.jci.com.

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Programming

1. Prepare for programming the

HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver by erasing the three factory default codes by holding down the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Release both buttons.

2. Hold the end of your hand-held

transmitter 5–14 cm (2–5 inches) away from the HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver surface (located on your visor) while keeping the red light in view.

3. Using both hands simultaneously

press and hold the hand-held transmitter button and the desired HomeLinkt button. Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed.

4. The red light will flash slowly and

then rapidly. Release both buttons when the red light flashes rapidly.

5. Follow steps 2 through 4 to program the remaining two buttons.

If you do not successfully program the HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver after repeated attempts, refer to Rolling code programing which follows, or call toll-free customer assistance: 1–800–355–3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink.jci.com.

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During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds which may not be long enough to program the HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver.

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To program your hand-held transmitters:

• continue to hold the button on the HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver.

• press and re-press the hand-held transmitter button every two seconds until the red light changes from a slow to a fast flash.

Operating the HomeLinkT Universal Transceiver

Once programmed, the HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver can be used in place of hand-held transmitters. To operate, simply press and release the appropriate HomeLinkt button (the red light will illuminate, indicating the signal is being transmitted).

Rolling code programming

Rolling code garage door openers (or other rolling code devices) which are “code protected” and manufactured after 1996, may be determined by the following:

• Reference the device owner’s manual for verification

• The hand-held transmitter appears to program the HomeLinkt

Universal Transceiver but does not activate the device.

• Press and hold the trained HomeLinkt button. The device has the rolling code feature if the indicator light flashes rapidly and then turns solid after two seconds.

After completing the “Programming” functions, follow these steps to train a garage door opener with the rolling code feature:

1. Locate the training button on the garage door motor head unit.

Refer to the garage door opener manual or call 1–800–355–3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink.jci.com. if there is difficulty locating the training button.

2. Press the training button on the garage door motor head unit (which

will activate the “training” light”).

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3. Press and release the

programmed HomeLinkt button. Press and release the HomeLinkt button a second time to complete the training process. (Some garage door openers may require this procedure to be done a third time to complete the training).

The 2nd or 3rd press from step 3 will activate the door. The HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver has now been trained to the receiver. The remaining two buttons may now be programmed if this has not previously been done.

Erasing HomeLinkT buttons

Individual buttons cannot be erased, however, to erase the three programmed buttons:

1. Hold down the two outside

buttons until the red light begins to flash after 20 seconds.

2. Release both buttons.

Reprogramming a single HomeLinkTbutton

To program a device to HomeLinkt using a HomeLinkt button previously trained, follow these steps:

1. Press and hold the desired HomeLinkt button. Do NOT release until

step 4 has been completed.

2. When the indicator light begins to flash slowly (after 20 seconds),

position the hand-held transmitter 5–14 cm (2 to 5 inches) away from the HomeLinkt surface.

3. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter button.

4. The HomeLinkt indicator light will flash, first slowly and then rapidly.

When the indicator light begins to flash rapidly, release both buttons. The previous device has now been erased and the new device can be

activated by pushing the HomeLinkt button that has just been programmed.

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MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)

To open the moon roof:

• Press and release the control.

• For one-touch operation, press

and release the rear portion of the control; this will fully open the moon roof.

• To stop one-touch operation at the desired position, press and release the forward portion of the control.

To close the moon roof:

• Press and hold the front portion of the control.

• To close from the vent position, press and hold the rear portion of the

control.

INTERIOR LAMPS Rear courtesy/reading lamps

The courtesy lamp lights when:

• any door is opened.

• the instrument panel dimmer

switch is held up until the courtesy lamps come on.

• any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF.

With the ignition key in the ACC or ON position, the reading lamp can be turned on by pressing the rocker control.

AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle is equipped with an inside rear view mirror which has an auto-dimming function (available as an option on the outside driver’s side mirror). The electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal state to the non-glare state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from front or behind, it will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare.

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Do not block the sensor on the backside of the mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance.

Press the control to turn the mirror on or off.

The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R (Reverse)(when the mirror is on) to ensure a bright clear view when backing up.

TRUNK REMOTE CONTROL

The remote trunk release control is located on the driver’s door trim panel and can be operated at any time.

You can render the switch inoperable by locking the button with your master key.

FUEL DOOR RELEASE

Your vehicle is equipped with a locking fuel door. To open the door, press the control located on the door.

COMP MIRROR

Fuel filler door override release

If the remote release is inoperative, open the trunk, then pull the override release handle located inside the trunk to open the fuel filler door.

POWER WINDOWS Express down

To make the driver window open fully without holding the window control, press the driver window control completely down and release quickly. Depress again to stop window operation.

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WINDOW LOCK

Window lock

The window lock feature allows only

WINDOW LOCK

the driver to operate the power windows.

To lock out all the window controls except for the driver’s press the right side of the control. Press the left side to restore the window controls.

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Accessory delay (if equipped)

With accessory delay, the window switches, radio, and moonroof may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until any door is opened.

POWER DOOR LOCKS

Press control to unlock or lock all doors.

DOOR LOCK

Smart locks

With the key in the ignition, in any switch position, and either the driver’s or passenger’s door open, the doors cannot be locked using the front door lock switches.

POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS

The ignition must be in ACC or ON position to adjust the power side view mirrors.

To adjust your mirrors:

1. Select L to adjust the left mirror

or R to adjust the right mirror.

2. Move the control in the direction

you wish to tilt the mirror.

3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.

Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)

Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated.

Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors.

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS

When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked.

The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door. Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors.

Move lock control up to engage the childproof lock. Move control down to disengage childproof locks.

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CHILD LOCK ABOVE

SECURITE ENFANTS

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MEMORY SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)

This system allows automatic positioning of the driver seat and

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outside rearview mirrors to two programmable positions.

The memory seat control is located on the driver door.

• To program position one, move the driver seat to the desired position using the seat controls. Press the SET control. The SET control indicator light will briefly illuminate. While the light is illuminated, press control 1.

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To program position two, repeat the previous procedure using control 2.

A position can only be set or recalled when the transmission gearshift is in Park or Neutral. A memory seat position may be programmed at any time.

The memory seat positions are also recalled when you press your remote entry transmitter UNLOCK control.

To program the memory seat to remote entry transmitter, refer to Remote entry system in the Controls and features chapter.

REAR CENTER CONSOLE FEATURES (IF EQUIPPED)

The rear center console incorporates the following features:

• utility compartment

• cupholders

• auxiliary power point (if equipped)

• remote radio/climate controls (if equipped)

• remote seat adjustment (if equipped)

Radio/climate controls

Refer to Steering Wheel Controls –radio and climate control features section in the Controls and

Features chapter for operation instructions.

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Radio/climate controls lockout

The rear radio/climate control feature can be locked out by pressing the 3 and the 5 buttons on the radio simultaneously while the radio is on. To enable the rear radio/climate controls, press the 3 and the 5 buttons again.

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Remote seat adjustment

The rear passenger can move the front passenger seat forward or backword using the control located in the rear center console.

Move the control forward or backward to move front passenger seat.

Remote seat adjustment lockout

The window lockout control, located on the drivers door, will also lockout the remote seat adjustment. To lock out the remote seat adjustment feature, press the right side of the control. Press the left side to restore the remote seat adjustment control.

WINDOW LOCK

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT

Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure.

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REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM

The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key.

The remote entry LOCK or UNLOCK operate with the ignition in the ON or OFF position and the transmission in P (Park).

If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL key fobs (remote entry transmitters) are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.

Unlocking the doors

Press this control to unlock the driver’s door. The interior lamps will illuminate.

Press the control a second time within five seconds to unlock all doors.

Locking the doors

Press this control to lock all doors. The horn will chirp and the

parklamps/taillamps will flash to confirm that the control was pressed.

Deactivating/activating the horn chirp feature

The horn chirp feature can be turned on/off through the following procedure:

Complete steps 1-7 within 30 seconds or you must repeat the procedure. Wait 30 seconds before repeating the procedure.

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1. Turn ignition key to ON.

2. Press power door unlock control on the door panel 3 times.

3. Turn ignition key from ON to OFF.

4. Press power door unlock control 3 times.

5. Turn ignition key back to ON. The doors will lock and unlock.

6. Press unlock control twice within 5 seconds. The horn will chirp twice

upon successful toggling of the horn chirp feature.

7. Turn ignition to OFF.

Opening the trunk

Press the control once to open the trunk.

Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your vehicle. Failure to latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out of the trunk or block the rear view.

The remote entry system allows you to open the trunk while the ignition is in any position. However, if the ignition is in the ON position and the gearshift is in D (Drive), the trunk will only open if the vehicle is moving 5 km/h (3 mph) or slower.

Sounding a panic alarm

Press this control to activate the alarm. The alarm will only operate if the ignition is in the OFF position.

To deactivate the alarm, press the control again or turn the ignition to ACC or ON.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Replacing the battery

The remote transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 10 meters (33 feet) away from your vehicle. A decrease in operating range can be caused by:

• weather conditions

• nearby radio towers

• structures around the vehicle

• other vehicles parked next to the vehicle

To replace the battery:

1. Twist a thin coin between the two

halves of the transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART.

2. Place the positive (+) side of new

battery in the same orientation. Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit.

3. Snap the two halves back

together. Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to

become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement.

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Replacing lost transmitters

Take all your vehicle’s transmitters to your dealer if service is required.

If you purchase additional transmitters (up to four may be programmed into memory), perform the following procedure:

To reprogram the transmitters yourself, place the key in the ignition and turn from OFF to ON four times in rapid succession within 3 seconds. After doors lock/unlock, press any control on all transmitters (up to four). When completed, turn the ignition to OFF.

All transmitters must be programmed at the same time.

Illuminated entry

The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm.

The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds after the UNLOCK button on the remote transmitter is pressed or when the ignition is turned to the START or ACC position.

The inside lights will not turn off if:

• they have been turned on with the dimmer control or

• any door is open.

The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the last door is closed.

Autolock

The autolock feature will lock all of the doors when:

• all vehicle doors are fully closed

• the ignition key is turned to the ON position

• the vehicle is in a forward gear and

• you exceed 5 km/h (3 mph).

The autolock feature repeats when:

• the ignition key remains in the ON position

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• a door is opened and then closed

• the vehicle is in a forward gear, and

• you exceed 5 km/h (3 mph).

Autolock can also be activated or deactivated using the following procedure:

You must complete steps 1 through 7 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must wait 30 seconds.

1. Turn the ignition key to ON.

2. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times.

3. Turn the ignition key from ON to OFF.

4. Press the power door unlock control three times.

5. Turn the ignition key back to ON. The doors will lock and unlock.

6. Press the power door unlock control. The horn will chirp once upon

successful toggling of the Autolock feature.

7. Turn ignition to OFF.

Memory seat/mirrors feature (if equipped)

The remote keyless entry system can also control the memory seats/mirrors feature. With this feature, the first two programmed transmitters will recall a different memory position.

Press the control once to unlock the driver’s door and move the memory features to the corresponding memory position, just as if you had pressed the memory control in the vehicle.

• transmitter #1 will recall memory feature position one.

• transmitter #2 will recall memory feature position two.

• If a third or fourth transmitter is added, it will not recall a memory position.

Memory seat positions can be changed at any time. Transmitter #1 will always move the memory features to position #1.

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Reactivating the memory seat/mirrors feature

The remote memory seat/mirrors feature comes disabled from the factory. The following sequence will reactivate the transmitter:

1. Press the SET control.

2. Press any control on the remote

entry transmitter.

3. Within five seconds, press control

one or two.

Deactivating the memory seat/mirrors feature

1. Press the SET control.

2. Press any control on the remote

entry transmitter.

3. Within five seconds, press the

SET control again. Manually moving any seat or mirror during these steps will cancel the

programming procedure.

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

With the keyless entry keypad, you can:

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• lock or unlock the vehicle doors without using the key.

Your vehicle has a factory-set 5–digit code that operates the keyless entry system. You can also program your own 5–digit personal entry code.

The factory-set code is located:

• on the owner’s wallet card in the glove compartment

• taped to the computer module

When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation.

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SET

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Programming your own entry code

1. Enter the factory-set code (keypad will illuminate when pressed).

2. Press the 1/2 control within five

seconds of step 1.

3. Enter your personal 5–digit code.

Enter each digit within five seconds of the previous one.

4. Enter a sixth digit to indicate

which personality feature should be recalled by the personal code.

• 1/2 recalls personality 1

• 3/4 recalls personality 2

• 9/0 does not recall a personality

All of the vehicle doors will lock and unlock to confirm programing of the new code. Each personality driver profile (personality 1 or personality 2) can associated with only one personal code. The factory-set code cannot be associated with a personality code.

Do not set a code that includes five of the same number or presents them in sequential order. Thieves can easily figure out these types of codes.

You can program up to three personal codes to unlock your vehicle. These codes do not replace the permanent code that the dealership gave you.

Erasing personal code

To erase all of the personal entry codes programmed to a vehicle:

1. Enter the factory-set code.

2. Press 1/2 within 5 seconds of step

3. Press and hold 1/2 for two

seconds.

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Unlocking the doors and releasing the trunk with the keyless entry system

To unlock the driver door, enter either the factory-set code or personal code (each digit pressed within five seconds of prior digit). The interior lamps will illuminate.

To unlock all doors, enter the factory-set code or personal code (driver door unlocks) and press 3/4 within five seconds.

To release the trunk, enter the factory-set code or personal code (driver door unlocks) and press 5/6 within five seconds.

After the factory-set code or personal code has been entered, you can unlock all doors (press 3/4) and release the trunk (press 5/6) as long as the controls are pressed within five seconds of each other.

Locking doors with the keyless entry system

It is not necessary to enter the factory-set code prior to locking all doors. To lock the doors:

• Press 7/8 and 9/0 at the same time.

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SECURILOCKY PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM

Your vehicle is equipped with a coded-key anti-theft system. Only the correct key will be able to start your vehicle. If your keys are lost or stolen, you must take your vehicle to your dealership for key reprogramming.

This system provides an advanced level of vehicle theft protection. Your vehicle’s engine can only be started with the two coded keys provided with your vehicle. Each time you start your vehicle, the coded key is read by the anti-theft system. If the key identification code matches the code stored in the anti-theft system, the vehicle’s engine is allowed to start. If the key identification code does not match the code stored in the system or if a coded key is not detected (vehicle theft situation), the vehicle’s engine will not operate.

If there is any anti-theft problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL coded keys for that vehicle are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.

The SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system is not compatible with aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Large metallic objects or devices such as the Mobil Speedpassy on the same key ring as your coded key may cause vehicle starting problems. These objects and devices cannot damage the coded key, but can cause a momentary problem if they are too close to the key when starting the engine. If a problem occurs, turn ignition off and restart the engine with all other objects on the key ring held away from the coded key in the ignition.

Spare coded keys can be purchased from your dealership and programmed to your anti-theft system. Refer to Programming spare SecuriLocky keys for more information.

If one or both of your coded keys are lost or stolen and you want to ensure the lost or stolen key will not operate your vehicle, bring your vehicle and all available coded keys to your dealership for reinitialization.

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Theft indicator

The theft indicator in the instrument cluster will operate as follows:

• When the ignition is OFF, the theft indicator will flash briefly every two seconds to indicate the anti-theft system is protecting your vehicle.

• When the ignition is turned to ON or START, the theft indicator will light for three seconds and then go out. If the theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician.

Programming spare SecuriLockY keys

Spare coded keys can be purchased from your dealership and programmed to your anti-theft system (up to a total of eight keys). Your dealership can program your new coded key(s) to your vehicle or you can do it yourself using the following simple procedure. To program a new coded key yourself, you will need two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’s engine). If two previously programmed coded keys are not available (one or both of your original keys were lost or stolen), you must bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare coded key(s) programmed.

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Procedure to program spare SecuriLockY keys to your vehicle

New coded keys must have the correct mechanical key cut for your vehicle.

Conventional (non-coded) keys cannot be programmed to your vehicle. You will need to have two previously programmed coded keys and the

new unprogrammed SecuriLocky key readily accessible for timely implementation of each step in the procedure. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.

1. Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition and

turn the ignition from OFF to ON (maintain ignition in ON for at least one second).

2. Turn ignition to OFF and remove the first coded key from the ignition.

3. Within five seconds of turning the ignition to OFF, insert the second

previously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to ON (maintain ignition in ON for at least one second but no more than five seconds).

4. Turn the ignition to OFF and remove the second coded key from the

ignition.

5. Within 10 seconds of turning the ignition to OFF, insert the new

unprogrammed key (new key/valet key) into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to ON (maintain ignition in ON for at least one second). This step will program your new key to a coded key.

6. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), repeat this

procedure from step 1. If the programming procedure was successful, the new coded key(s) will

start the vehicle’s engine. The theft indicator (located on the instrument panel) will light for three seconds and then go out.

If the programming procedure was not successful, the new coded key(s) will not operate the vehicle’s engine. The theft indicator will flash on and off. Wait at least one minute and then repeat the procedure from step 1. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the new spare key(s) programmed.

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INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartment release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment.

Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle.

To open the luggage compartment door (lid) from the inside, pull the illuminated “T” shaped handle and push up on the trunk lid. The material that the handle is made of will glow for hours in the darkness of the luggage compartment following brief exposure to ambient light.

The “T” shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door (lid) or inside the luggage compartment near the tail lamps.

Keep vehicle doors and

luggage compartment locked and keep keys out of a child’s reach. Unsupervised children could lock themselves in an open trunk and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles.

On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can

rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk.

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SEATING Head restraints

Your vehicle’s seats may be equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible. Refer to the following to raise and lower the head restraints.

Push or pull the head rests to the desired position.

Adjusting the power front seats – door mounted controls

The controls for the power seats are located on the inside of each front door.

Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is

moving.

Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring

people in a collision or sudden stop.

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap

belt snug and low across the hips.

Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat’s

safety belt in the event of a collision.

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Press the control to recline the seatback forward or backward.

Press to move the seat forward or backward.

Press to move the front portion of the seat cushion up or down.

Press to move the rear portion of the seat cushion up or down.

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Adjusting the power seats – seat mounted controls

Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is

moving.

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap

belt snug and low across the hips.

Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat’s

safety belt in the event of a collision.

The power seat controls are located on the side of the driver’s seat.

Press to raise or lower the seat, or to move the seat forward or backward.

Heated seats (if equipped)

The heated seat controls are located on the door trim panel. To operate the heated seats:

• Slide the control to BACK to heat the seatback only.

• Slide the control to BOTH to heat the seatback and the seat cushion.

BACK

BOTH

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• Rotate the thumbwheel to select the desired heat (from 0 (OFF) to 5 (HI)). Allow five minutes for the heat level to stabilize.

If the heated seat switch is not turned OFF, the seat will heat up to the selected temperature level each time the vehicle is started.

Rear heated seats (if equipped)

The rear seat heat controls are located on the rear door panels and operate like the front heated seats. Refer to the Heated Seats section in this chapter for instructions on operating the rear heated seats.

Using the power lumbar support (if equipped)

The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat.

Press one side of the control to adjust firmness.

Press the other side of the control to adjust softness.

Using the manual recline function (if equipped)

Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.

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Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop.

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.

Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat’s safety belt in the event of a collision.

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To adjust the front seatback using the manual recliner:

• Lift and hold the handle located on the side of the seat.

• Lean against the seatback to adjust it to your desired position. You can recline the seat back or bring it forward.

• Release the handle when the desired position has been reached.

Easy access/easy out feature (if equipped)

This feature automatically moves the driver’s seat backward when:

• the transmission is in N (Neutral) or P (Park)

• the key is removed from the ignition cylinder

The seat will move 5cm (2 inches) forward (to the original position) when:

• the transmission is in N (Neutral) or P (Park)

• the key is placed in the ignition cylinder

Memory seats (if equipped)

This system allows automatic positioning of the driver seat and outside rearview mirrors to two programmable positions.

The memory seat control is located on the driver door.

• To program position two, repeat the previous procedure using control

A position can only be set or recalled when the transmission gearshift is in Park or Neutral. A memory seat position may be programmed at any time.

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The memory seat positions are also recalled when you press your remote entry transmitter UNLOCK control.

To program the memory seat to remote entry transmitter, refer to Remote entry system in the Controls and features chapter.

SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.

To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained.

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from

injury in a collision.

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag SRS is

provided.

It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or

outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.

In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely

to die than a person wearing a seat belt.

Seating and safety restraints

Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt

assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm.

2) Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person.

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back

seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.

Combination lap and shoulder belts

1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle.

2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle.

The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seat safety belts have two types of locking modes described below:

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Vehicle sensitive mode

The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers.

Automatic locking mode

In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt.

The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt.

When to use the automatic locking mode

• Anytime a child safety seat is installed in the vehicle. Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter.

How to use the automatic locking mode

• Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt.

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• Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted.

• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.

How to disengage the automatic locking mode

Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode.

Front safety belt height adjustment

Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and front passenger. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder.

To lower the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the height adjuster down. To raise the height of the shoulder belt, slide the height adjuster up. Pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place.

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Position the shoulder belt height adjuster so that the belt rests

across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision.

Lap belts

Adjusting the front center seat lap belt (if equipped)

The lap belt does not adjust automatically. Adjust to fit snugly and as low as possible around your hips. Do not wear the lap belt around your waist.

Insert the tongue into the correct buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from). To lengthen the belt, turn the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle. To tighten the belt, pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips.

Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use.

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Safety belt extension assembly

If the safety belt assembly is too short, even when fully extended, 20 cm (8 inches) can be added to the safety belt assembly by adding a safety belt extension assembly (part number 611C22). Safety belt extension assemblies can be obtained from your dealer at no cost.

Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended. Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso.

Safety belt warning light and indicator chime

The seat belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts.

Conditions of operation

If... Then...

The driver’s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...

The driver’s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding...

The driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...

The safety belt warning light illuminates1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds.

The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off.

The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off.

Belt Minder (if equipped)

The Belt Minder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function. This feature provides additional reminders to the driver that the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster.

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If... Then...

The driver’s safety belt is not buckled before the vehicle has reached at least 5 km/h (3 mph) and 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON...

The driver’s safety belt is buckled while the safety belt indicator light is illuminated and the safety belt warning chime is sounding...

The driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...

The purpose of the Belt Minder is to remind occasional wearers to wear safety belts all of the time.

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S. data)

Reasons given... Consider...

9Crashes are rare events9

9I’m not going far9 3of4fatal crashes occur within 25 miles of

9Belts are uncomfortable9

9I was in a hurry9 Prime time for an accident. Belt Minder

36 700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we are exposed to 9rare9 events, even for good drivers. 1 in 4 of us will

be seriously injured in a crash during our lifetime.

home. Ford designs its safety belts to enhance

comfort. If you are uncomfortable - try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be as upright as possible; this can improve comfort.

reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up.

The Belt Minder feature is activated - the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds, repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until safety belt is buckled.

The Belt Minder feature will not activate.

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Reasons given... Consider...

9Seat belts don’t work9

9Traffic is light9 Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle

9Belts wrinkle my clothes9

9The people I’m with don’t wear belts9

9I have an air bag9 Air bags offer greater protection when used

9I’d rather be thrown

clear9

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the Belt

Minder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase risk of injury in an accident. To disable (one time) or deactivate the Belt Minder feature please follow the directions stated below.

Safety belts, when used properly, reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks.

crashes, many when no other vehicles are

around. Possibly, but a serious crash can do much more

than wrinkle your clothes, particularly if you are unbelted.

Set the example, teen deaths occur 4 times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people. Children and younger brothers/sisters imitate behavior they see.

with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers.

Not a good idea, people who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN’T 9PICK OUR CRASH9.

One time disable

Anytime the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition ON cycle, Belt Minder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only.

Deactivating/activating the belt minder feature

Read steps1-9thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation/activation programming procedure.

The Belt Minder feature can be deactivated/activated by performing the following procedure:

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Before following the procedure, make sure that:

• the parking brake is set

• the gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission).

• the ignition switch is in the OFF position

• all vehicle doors are closed

• the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled

• the parklamps/headlamps are in OFF position (If vehicle is equipped

with Autolamps, this will not affect the procedure.)

To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the Belt

Minder feature while driving the vehicle.

1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE)

2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1–2 minutes)

• Steps 3–5 must be completed within 60 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated.

3. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with the

safety belt unbuckled. This can be done before or during Belt Minder warning activation.

4. Turn on the parklamps/headlamps, turn off the parklamps/headlamps.

5. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with the

safety belt unbuckled.

• After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds.

6. Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off,

buckle then unbuckle the safety belt.

• This will disable Belt Minder if it is currently enabled, or enable Belt Minder if it is currently disabled.

7. Confirmation of disabling Belt Minder is provided by flashing the

safety belt warning light four times per second for three seconds.

Confirmation of enabling Belt Minder is provided by flashing the safety

belt warning light four times per second for three seconds, followed by three seconds with the safety belt warning light off, then followed by flashing the safety belt warning light four times per second for three seconds again.

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9. After receiving confirmation, the deactivation/activation procedure is

complete.

Safety belt maintenance

Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks, wears or cuts, replacing if necessary. All safety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle assemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), child safety seat tether bracket assemblies (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.

Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe

personal injuries in the event of a collision.

Refer to Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts in the Maintenance and care section.

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

CHECK

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Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag and sensor systems. In the event of a collision this module may save information related to the

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collision including information about the air bag system and impact severity. This information will assist Ford in the servicing of your vehicle and may help Ford better understand rear world collisions and further improve the safety of future vehicles.

Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions

The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries.

Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trim covering the air bag module.

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag SRS is

provided.

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm (10 inches)

between an occupant’s chest and the driver air bag module.

Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries.

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Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the air bag:

• Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably.

• Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees) from the upright position.

Do not put anything on or over the air bag module. Placing

objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury.

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Air Bag

Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.

Children and air bags

For additional important safety information, read all information on safety restraints in this guide.

Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision.

Air bags can kill or injure a

child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back.

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