Mercury Grand Marquis 1999 Owner's Manual

Contents
Before driving
Introduction 2
Instrumentation 3
Controls and features 24
Seating and safety restraints 80
Starting and driving
Starting 101
Driving 106
Roadside emergencies 120
Servicing
Maintenance and care 136
Capacities and specifications 175
Customer assistance 180
Reporting safety defects 192
Index 193
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Copyrightr1998 Ford Motor Company
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Introduction

ICONS
Indicates a safety alert. Read the following section on Warnings.
Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow.
Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment.
Indicates a message regarding child safety restraints. Refer to Seating and safety restraints for more information.
Indicates that this Owner Guide contains information on this subject. Please refer to the Index to locate the appropriate section which will provide you more information.
WARNINGS
Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment.
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE
There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in.
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.
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Instrumentation

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Instrumentation
Headlamp
control
(pg. 24)
AUTO LAMP
PUSH INTERIOR
Instrument panel
dimmer switch
(pg. 24)
Instrument cluster
(pg. 22)
Driver side air bag
(pg. 90)
AIR
SUSP
CHECK ENGINE
FH
HI LO
F
OFF
VOLTS FUEL
L
ON
FUEL FILL DOOR
<
E
PANEL
DIM
0FF
R.DEF.
40
30
20
10
60
50
80
60
40
20
MPH km/h
P R N D 2 1
OD OFF
70
80
100
120
90
140
100
160
180
11 0
200
120
BRAKE
H
TEMP
C
Rear window
defroster control
(pg. 25)
*If equipped
4
Turn signal and
wiper/washer control
(pg. 56)
Speed control*
(pg. 58)
Instrumentation
OIL
H
RSM
COAST
L
SET ACC
Gearshift
(w/overdrive button)
(pg. 114)
VOL - PUSH ON
AM
BASS TREB BAL FADE
L
FM
SEEK
SCAN
TUNE
123456
OUTSIDE TEMP AUTOMATIC
MAX A/C
NORM A/C
VENT FLOOR FLR • DEF DEF
ST
OFF
SIDE REW FF
CLK
TAPE AMS
1 - 2
FM1
EJ
HM
F
AUTO
Electronic
sound system
(pg. 35)
HI
LO
Climate control
systems (pg. 26)
Clock
(pg. 34)
Traction
control switch*
(pg. 109)
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Instrumentation
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster
TRAC CNTL
LOW
CHECK
FUEL
ENGINE
VOLTS FUEL
L
FUEL FILL DOOR
<
AIR
SUSP
40
60
30
FH
20
40
20
10
E
70
60
50
100
120
80
0000000
0
000
MPH km/h
80
140
90
160
180
200
10 0
11 0
12 0
OD
OFF
AIR
BAG
BRAKE
TEMP OIL
HH
LC
Optional instrument cluster
CHECK
ENGINE
H
N O R M
LTR GAL
F
AIR
BAG
1
/
2
S
SPEED CONTROL
+–
TO
C
EMPTY
E
P R N D 2 1
CHECK
km
km/h MPH
AIR SUSPENSION
OVERDRIVE OFF
LOW WASHER FLUID
TRUNK AJAR LTR/100 km
DIST TO
EMPTY
TRIP
A
AVG
ECON
TRIP
B
DOOR AJAR
MILES
/GAL
INST
ECON
AVG
SPEED
km
Low fuel
Illuminates as an early reminder of a low fuel condition indicated on the fuel gauge. The light comes on when there is approximately 1/16th of a
LOW
FUEL
tank indicated on the fuel gauge (refer to Fuel Gauge in this chapter for more information). The ignition must be in the ON position for this lamp to illuminate. The lamp will also illuminate for several seconds after the ignition is turned to the ON position regardless of the fuel level.
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Instrumentation
Check engine
Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD II). This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle.
The Check Engine 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 check engine light illuminates
Light turns on solid:
This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause your Check Engine light to
illuminate. Examples are:
1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.)
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.
3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened.
These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and/or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Check Engine 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 Check Engine light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.
CHECK
ENGINE
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Instrumentation
Light is blinking:
Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.
Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior
floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.
Air bag readiness
Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately.
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.
AIR
BAG
Brake system warning (if equipped)
Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position, the engine is off and the parking brake is engaged. If brake warning lamp does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately.
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!
BRAKE
Instrumentation
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped)
Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is off. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released.
Turn signal
Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If one or both of the indicators stay on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out turn signal bulb. Refer to Exterior bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter.
High beams
Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.
ABS
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 (if equipped)
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.
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Instrumentation
This lamp also illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON and the engine is off.
Engine coolant temperature
Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let it cool.
Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the
engine is running or hot.
Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. If light stays on or continues to turn on after the vehicle warms up, have your vehicle serviced.
This light also illuminates briefly when the ignition key is turned to ON.
Air suspension (if equipped)
This light tells you if the air suspension needs repair or if the air suspension switch is OFF. For information on the air suspension system, refer to the Driving chapter.
AIR
SUSP
O/D off
Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and transmission control switch has been pushed. When the light is on, the transmission does not shift into overdrive. If the light does not come on when the transmission control switch is depressed or if the light flashes when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced.
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O/D
OFF
Instrumentation
Traction ControlY active (if equipped)
Flashes when the Traction Controly system begins applying and releasing the brakes and adjusting the engine characteristics to limit a wheelspin condition. It will be lit for a minimum of four seconds or for the duration of the Traction Controly event.
If the Traction Controly indicator comes on or stays lit, either:
the Traction Controly system needs service, or
the customer has disabled the system using the traction control
switch.
For more information, refer to the Driving chapter.
Safety belt warning chime
Chimes to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seating
and safety restraints chapter.
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime
For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.
TRAC CNTL
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.
Turn signal chime
Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn and the vehicle is driven more than 0.8 km (1/2 mile).
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Instrumentation
GAUGES Standard instrument cluster gauges
TRAC CNTL
LOW
CHECK
FUEL
ENGINE
VOLTS FUEL
L
FUEL FILL DOOR
<
AIR
SUSP
40
60
30
FH
20
40
20
10
E
70
60
50
100
120
80
0000000
0
000
MPH km/h
80
140
90
160
180
200
10 0
11 0
12 0
OD
OFF
AIR
BAG
BRAKE
TEMP OIL
HH
LC
Optional instrument cluster gauges
CHECK
ENGINE
H
N O R M
LTR
GAL
F
AIR
BAG
1
/
2
S
SPEED CONTROL
+–
TO
C
EMPTY
E
P R N D 2 1
CHECK
km
km/h
MPH
AIR SUSPENSION
OVERDRIVE OFF
LOW WASHER FLUID
TRUNK AJAR LTR/100 km
DIST TO
EMPTY
TRIP
A
AVG
ECON
TRIP
B
DOOR AJAR
MILES
/GAL
INST
ECON
AVG
SPEED
km
Fuel gauge
Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (when the key is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion. The ignition should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is being refueled. When the gauge first indicates empty, there is a small amount of reserve fuel in the tank. When refueling the vehicle from empty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel.
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Standard instrument cluster
Optional instrument cluster
This shows the approximate amount of fuel in the fuel tank in whole numbers (liters or gallons). If your tank is full or nearly full, the display will be “F”. If your tank is empty or nearly empty, the display will be “E”.
Speedometer
Indicates the current vehicle speed.
Standard instrument cluster
Instrumentation
F
FUEL
F
1
/
2
E
70
60
50
100
120
0000000
0000
30
20
10
40
40
20
80
60
MPH km/h
E
80
140
90
160
180
200
10 0
11 0
12 0
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Instrumentation
Optional instrument cluster
S
Odometer
Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.
Standard instrument cluster
50
40
60
30
40
20
20
10
MPH km/h
Optional instrument cluster
S
70
60
100
80
120
0000000
0000
80
140
km
km/h
MPH
90
10 0
160
180
11 0
200
12 0
km
km/h
MPH
Refer to Electronic Message Center for information on how to switch the display from metric to English measurements.
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Instrumentation
Trip odometer
Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset, depress the control.
40
30
20
10
Refer to Electronic Message Center for Trip A and Trip B features on the optional instrument cluster.
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 ignition and let it cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter.
Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is running or hot.
60
40
20
50
80
MPH
60 70
120
100
0 00000
0000
80
140
km/h
160
90
100
180
120
110
Standard instrument cluster
C
H
TEMP
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Instrumentation
Optional instrument cluster
H
N O R M
C
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 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.
Battery voltage gauge (if equipped)
This gauge shows the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated), have the vehicle’s electrical system checked as soon as possible.
H
VOLTS
Engine oil pressure gauge (if equipped)
This shows the engine oil pressure in the system. Sufficient pressure exists as long as the needle remains in the normal range (the area between the “H” and “L”).
If the gauge indicates low pressure, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately. Check the oil level.
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L
H
OIL
L
Instrumentation
Add oil if needed (refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and care chapter). If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician.
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, air suspension, trunk ajar, washer fluid low
see how many kilometers/miles you can drive before running out of fuel
see when overdrive has been deactivated
monitor the average fuel economy
check the distance traveled during a trip on either Trip A or Trip B
monitor the average speed
Selectable features
Reset
Press this control to reset the selected message center function to zero. The only functions which can be reset are:
AVG ECON
TRIP A or TRIP B
AVG SPEED
CHECK
AIR SUSPENSION
OVERDRIVE OFF
LOW WASHER FLUID
TRUNK AJAR LTR/100 km
DIST TO
EMPTY
TRIP
A
RESET E/M SELECT
AVG
ECON
TRIP
B
DOOR AJAR
MILES
/GAL
AVG
SPEED
km
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Instrumentation
E/M
Press this control to switch the electronic instrument cluster display and the message center display from metric to English units.
Select
Each press of the SELECT control will select a different function.
Press the right side of the control to advance the function to the right, and press the left side of the control to advance the function to the left.
To reset any function:
1. Push either the right or left side
of the SELECT control to choose the desired function.
2. Press the RESET control and the
selected message center function will be reset to zero.
RESET E/M SELECT
RESET E/M SELECT
RESET E/M SELECT
Message center functions
DIST TO EMPTY (DTE)
This function estimates approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions.
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DIST TO
EMPTY
TRIP
A
AVG
ECON
TRIP
B
AVG
SPEED
Instrumentation
Remember to turn the ignition OFF when refueling your vehicle. Otherwise, the display will not show the addition of fuel for a few miles. At least 9.5 liters (2.5 gallons) of fuel must be added for the fuel gauge to immediately show the new fuel level.
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)
The message center will remain in the DTE function until the SELECT control is pressed to change functions.
Displayed DTE will not be equal to AVG ECON multiplied by the FUEL REMAIN value. DTE is calculated using a method that considers the fuel economy of the last 800 km (500 miles) driven.
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 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 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 (gallons)
RESET E/M SELECT
DIST TO
EMPTY
TRIP
A
AVG
ECON
TRIP
B
AVG
SPEED
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Instrumentation
Press the RESET control while AVG ECON is displayed to reset the function.
The average displayed is the average since the last reset.
TRIP A and TRIP B
These two functions allow you to see how far you have traveled since you last reset. Trip A and Trip B are completely independent and must be reset individually.
To reset either trip feature to zero, press the RESET control while the appropriate trip distance feature (TRIP A or TRIP B) is displayed.
RESET E/M SELECT
DIST TO
EMPTY
TRIP
A
DIST TO
EMPTY
TRIP
A
RESET E/M SELECT
AVG
ECON
TRIP
B
AVG
ECON
TRIP
B
AVG
SPEED
AVG
SPEED
AVG SPEED (average speed)
Select this function to display your average speed in miles per hour or kilometers per hour.
DIST TO
EMPTY
TRIP
A
AVG
ECON
TRIP
B
AVG
SPEED
Your vehicle must be moving to calculate your average speed. When your vehicle is not moving, the average speed is displayed at 0 kilometers (0 miles) per hour.
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Message center indicator lights
Check air suspension
Briefly illuminates when the ignition is turned ON. This light will remain on to indicate that the air suspension switch is off or to indicate a possible system fault. For more information on the air suspension system, refer to the Driving chapter.
Overdrive off
Illuminates when the transmission control switch (TCS) has been pushed. When the light is on, the transmission does not shift into overdrive. If the light does not come on when the TCS is depressed or if the light flashes when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced.
Door ajar
Illuminates when one of the doors is not completely shut and the ignition is turned to ON. With the ignition ON, this light will flash five times and sound a tone for one second, then remain on (if a door is open).
Instrumentation
CHECK
LOW WASHER FLUID
CHECK
LOW WASHER FLUID
CHECK
LOW WASHER FLUID
AIR SUSPENSION
OVERDRIVE OFF
TRUNK AJAR LTR/100 km
AIR SUSPENSION
OVERDRIVE OFF
TRUNK AJAR LTR/100 km
AIR SUSPENSION
OVERDRIVE OFF
TRUNK AJAR LTR/100 km
DOOR AJAR
km
MILES
/GAL
DOOR
AJAR
km
MILES
/GAL
DOOR
AJAR
km
MILES
/GAL
Low washer fluid
Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON and will stay on when the windshield washer fluid is low.
CHECK
AIR SUSPENSION
OVERDRIVE OFF
LOW WASHER FLUID
TRUNK AJAR LTR/100 km
DOOR
AJAR
km
MILES
/GAL
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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 (if the trunk is open).
INDICATOR LAMP MODULE
The indicator lamp module contains the following lamps:
Traction ControlY active (if equipped)
Flashes when the Traction Controly system begins applying and releasing the brakes and adjusting the engine characteristics to limit a wheelspin condition. It will be lit for a minimum of four seconds or for the duration of the Traction Controly event.
If the Traction Controly indicator comes on or stays lit, either:
the Traction Controly system needs service, or
the customer has disabled the system using the traction control
switch.
For more information, refer to the Driving chapter.
CHECK
LOW WASHER FLUID
AIR SUSPENSION
OVERDRIVE OFF
TRUNK AJAR LTR/100 km
TRAC CNTL
DOOR
AJAR
km
MILES
/GAL
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped)
Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is off. If the light does not illuminate
ABS
momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released.
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Instrumentation
Brake system warning
Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. If brake warning lamp does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately. Also illuminates when the parking brake is engaged. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately.
BRAKE
P!
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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.
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.
High beams
Push forward to activate.
OFF
PANEL
DIM
P
Flash to pass
Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate.
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HI LO
F
S
OFF
HI LO
F
S
OFF
Controls and features
Autolamp control (if equipped)
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
AUTO LAMP
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.
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
Turns the highbeam headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate:
the key must be in the ON position,
the parking brake released, and
the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position.
Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during
inclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
OFF
P
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel.
R.DEF.
Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog.
The small LED will illuminate when the rear defroster is activated. The ignition must be in the ON position to operate the rear window
defroster.
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Controls and features
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 ten minutes have passed, push the control again.
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Manual heating and air conditioning system (if equipped)
LO
HI
NORM
A/C
MAX
A/C
VENT
OFF
FLOOR
MIX
Fan speed control
Controls the volume of air circulated
LO
in the vehicle.
HI
Temperature control knob
Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle.
Mode selector control
Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle.
NORM
A/C
MAX
A/C
VENT
OFF
FLOOR
MIX
The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except VENT and FLR. However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or above.
Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle.
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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. MAX A/C is noisier than NORM A/C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.
NORM A/C-Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. It is quieter than MAX A/C but not as economical. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers.
VENT-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.
OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short periods of time only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.
FLR-Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.
MIX-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For added customer comfort, when the temperature control knob is anywhere in between the full hot and full cold positions, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts. If the temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to prevent fogging.
Operating tips
In humid weather, select before driving. This will prevent your
-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to prevent fogging.
windshield from fogging. After a few minutes, select any desired position.
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Controls and features
To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’t drive with the climate control system in the OFF position.
Don’t put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats.
Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield).
If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather, the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three minutes with the windows open. This will force most of the hot, stale air out of the vehicle. Then operate your air conditioner as you would normally.
When placing objects on top of your instrument panel, be careful to not place them over the defroster outlets. These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield. Also, avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel. These objects can fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system.
Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) system (if equipped)
The EATC system will maintain a selected temperature and automatically control airflow. You can override automatic operation
OUTSIDE TEMP AUTOMATIC
NORM A/C
MAX A/C
F
AUTO
VENT FLOOR FLR • DEF DEF
with any of the override controls or the fan speed control.
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OFF
HI
LO
Turning the EATC on
Press AUTOMATIC, any of the override controls or the fan speed control. The EATC will only operate when the ignition is in the ON position.
Turning the EATC off
Press OFF. The Outside Temperature function will continue to operate until the ignition is turned off.
Controls and features
F
OUTSIDE TEMP AUTOMATIC
NORM A/C
MAX A/C
AUTO
VENT FLOOR FLR • DEF DEF
OFF
AUTOMATIC
OFF
HI
HI
LO
FLR • DEF DEF
LO
Automatic operation
Press AUTOMATIC and select the desired temperature. The selected temperature and the word AUTO will appear in the display window. The EATC system will either heat or cool to achieve the selected temperature. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location and if fresh outside air or recirculated air is required. Fan speed remains automatic unless the fan speed thumbwheel is turned.
When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions require heat, air will be sent to the floor. However, if the engine is not warm enough to provide heat, the fan will be at a low speed and the air will be directed to the windshield. In 3
1
⁄2minutes or less, the fan speed will start to increase
and the airflow location will change to the floor area. If unusual conditions exist (i.e.-window fogging, etc.), the manual
override controls allow you to select airflow locations and the fan control allows you to adjust fan speed as necessary.
Temperature selection
The display window indicates the selected temperature, function (AUTO or one of the override
F
˚
AUTO
controls) and manual control of fan speed (
) if automatic fan speed is not desired.
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Controls and features
To control the temperature, select any temperature between 18°C (65°F) and 29°C (85°F) by pressing the blue (cooler) or red (warmer) buttons.
OUTSIDE TEMP
NORM A/C
VENTMAX A/C
For continuous maximum cooling, push the blue button until 15°C (59°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 red button.
For continuous maximum heating, push the red button 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 blue button.
Temperature conversion
Press MAX A/C and DEF at the same time (for one second) to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius.
OUTSIDE TEMP AUTOMATIC
NORM A/C
MAX A/C
AUTO
VENT FLOOR FLR • DEF DEF
OFF
HI
LO
If your vehicle has an English/Metric (E/M) control to change your electronic instrument cluster display (if equipped) and the message center display (if equipped) from English to Metric, this control will also change the temperature display. Refer to Electronic Message Center in the Instrumentation Chapter.
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