1996 FORD ASPIRE Owners Manual

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Windshield washer control
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If the washer does not work, check the washer
fluid level and fill it if it is low. SeeServicing
Your Aspirelater in the owner guide. If there is
fluid in the reservoir, consult your nearest
authorized Ford dealer.
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Do not try to clean the windshield when the
washer fluid container is empty or activate the
washers at any time for more than 15 seconds
continuously. This could damage the washer
pump system.
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RWARNING
In freezing weather, the washer solution
may freeze on the windshield and obscure
your vision. Always warm up the
windshield with the defroster before you
use the washer fluid. If you cannot see
through the windshield clearly, it can
increase the risk of being involved in a
collision.
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For information about refilling the washer fluid
or replacing your windshield wiper blades, see
Windshield washer fluid and Wipersin the Index.
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Rear Windshield Wipers
(If equipped)
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The rear window wiper and washer can be
activated by turning the knob at the end of the
wiper/washer lever.
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To turn the rear wiper on, turn the knob up to
the ON position.
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To wash the rear window, turn the knob up to
thecposition. When you release it, the
washers will stop.
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For a single wash/wipe cycle, turn the knob
down to thedposition.
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Rear windshield wiper/washer controls
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Horn
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To sound the horn, push the horn button on
either side of the steering wheel. Check the horn
regularly to be sure it operates properly.
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Using the horn
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Features
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Your vehicle has a variety of features designed
for your comfort, convenience and safety. Read
this chapter to find out about standard and
optional features.
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Doors
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Locking the doors
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Either front door can be locked or unlocked with
the key.
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Using the key to lock or unlock the front door
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Once the door is unlocked, you may open it by
pulling the door handle upward.
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To lock the doors without using your key, push
the inside lock button down, then close the door.
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To lock any door from the inside, press the lock
button down. To unlock, pull the lock button up.
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To open the door from the inside, pull the lock
button up and pull the door handle.
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Inside door locks and door handle
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Childproof Locks for the Rear Doors
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In addition to standard locks, your vehicle has
childproof locks for the rear doors. If you set
these locks, the rear doors cannot be opened
from the inside of the vehicle. The doors can still
be opened from the outside when the lock knobs
are raised.
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Child lock levers for the rear doors
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To set the childproof lock on each rear door,
open the rear door.
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Find the lever at the black label with the word
LOCKED in white letters. Move the lever up.
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To release the childproof lock, open the rear
door from the outside.
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Move the lever down.
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Windows
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Operating the Windows
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The side windows on your vehicle can be raised
or lowered manually by turning the hand crank
located on each door.
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NOTE: If you notice buffeting or pulsation
(wind shock) with either side window
open, you should open the opposite
window slightly to reduce the
condition.
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Seats
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RWARNING
Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback
when the vehicle is moving.
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RWARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury in a
collision, always drive and ride with your
seatback upright and the lap belt snug
and low across the hips.
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RWARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury in a
collision, children should always ride with
the seatback upright.
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Adjusting the Seats
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In the front seats, you can move the whole seat
forward or backward or tilt the back of the seat
forward or backward.
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To move the seat forward or backward:
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1. Make sure nothing is placed under the front
seats. Such items may interfere with the seat
lock mechanism.
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2. Find the seat slide adjustment lever located
on the outside of the seat.
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3. Pull the lever up and hold it.
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4. Slide the seat to the position you desire.
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5. Release the lever and make sure the seat has
locked in place.
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Seat slide adjustment lever
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