1996 FORD ASPIRE air condition

24 %
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[SR13500(ALL)05/95]
The air bag system uses a readiness light on the
instrument cluster and a tone to indicate the
condition of the system. When you turn the
ignition key to the ON position, this light will
illuminate for approximately six (6) seconds and
then turn off. This indicates that the system is
operating normally. NOTE: Maintenance of the
air bag system is not required.
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[SR13700(ALL)06/95]
A problem with the system is indicated by one
or more of the following:
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[SR13800(ALL)06/95]
q
the readiness light will either flash or stay lit,
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[SR13900(ALL)06/95]
q
or it will not light immediately after ignition
is turned on,
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[SR14000(ALL)06/95]
q
or a group of five beeps will be heard. The
tone pattern will repeat periodically until the
problem and light are repaired.
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[SR14100(ALL)07/95]
If any of these things happen, have the air bag
system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury
dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the air bag
Supplemental Restraint System may not function
properly in the event of a collision.
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[SR14400(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not attempt to service, repair, or
modify the Air Bag Supplemental
Restraint System or its fuses. See your
Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
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[SR15225(ALL)05/95]
Disposal of air bags or air bag equipped
vehicles
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[SR15240(ALL)06/95]
For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped
vehicles, see your local Ford or Lincoln-Mercury
dealer. Air bagsMUSTbe disposed of by
qualified personnel.
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[ST12000(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If you smell exhaust fumes inside your
vehicle, have your dealer inspect your
vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you
smell exhaust fumes.
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[ST12100(ALL)01/95]
Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems
checked whenever:
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[ST12200(ALL)02/95]
q
your vehicle is raised for service
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[ST12300(ALL)02/95]
q
the sound of the exhaust system changes
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[ST12400(ALL)01/95]
q
your vehicle has been damaged in a collision
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[ST12500(ALL)01/95]
Improve your ventilation by keeping all air inlet
vents clear of snow, leaves, and other debris.
[ST12600(ALL)02/95]
If you must allow your engine to idle for long
periods of time, be sure you are in an open area
and open the windows at least one inch
(25 mm). Also, adjust the heating or air
conditioning to bring in outside air.
[ST12700(ALL)02/95]
If you are using the heater, set the fan speed on
1, 2, or 3 with the function lever on the position
of your choice and the air door control lever in
the fresh (outside air) position.
[ST12900(ALL)02/95]
If you are using the air conditioner, set the fan
speed on 1, 2, or 3 with the function lever in the
position of your choice. Set the air door control
lever in the fresh (outside air) position.
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[LG05800(ALL)05/95]
If the light turns on and off briefly while you
are driving, it means that the condition is no
longer present.
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[LG05825(ALL)01/95]
Air Bag Readiness Light
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[LG05850(ALL)06/93]
This light illuminates for six seconds when the
ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light
fails to illuminate, continues to flash, remains on,
or if a series of five beeps is heard, have the
system serviced as soon as possible.
[LG05875(ALL)05/93]
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Air bag readiness light
[LG05900(ALL)02/95]
Rear Window Defroster Indicator Light
(If equipped)
[LG05925(ALL)02/95]
When the rear window defroster is activated, the
indicator light in the instrument cluster
illuminates. After the rear window is clear, push
the defroster switch to turn off the defroster. The
light in the cluster goes out.
[LG05950(ALL)05/93]
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Rear window defroster indicator light
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[IP00900(ALL)06/95]
The Climate Control Systems
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[IP01000(ALL)02/91]
Heating Only System (Without Air
Conditioning)
[IP01100(ALL)01/92]
Function selector
[IP01200(ALL)07/95]
The heater controls in your car use levers to
control air direction and temperature. Fan speed
is controlled by a separate knob in the control
panel. The function selector lever lets you
control the direction of airflow.
[IP01500(ALL)07/95]
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Heating only system control panel
[IP01600(ALL)05/93]
The symbols above the function selector lever
tell you where the air is being directed when the
lever is set to that position on the heater control
panel.
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[IP01700(ALL)02/95]
VThe position furthest to the right is for
defrosting the windows only. Air will be
directed out the defroster vents at the base of
the windshield and side window defogger vents.
[IP02300(ALL)04/95]
TThe second position from the right (Mix) lets
you direct air through the defrosters and
through the floor outlets.
[IP02400(ALL)04/95]
RThe center position (Floor) directs air only to
the floor.
[IP02600(ALL)05/95]
SThe second position from the left
(Panel-Floor) directs air to the floor, and out the
instrument panel vents. You can ªaimº the air
coming from the vents by moving the
instrument panel vents.
[IP02800(ALL)04/95]
QThe position furthest to the left (Panel)
directs air out of the instrument panel vents
only.
[IP02900(ALL)01/92]
Air door control lever
[IP03000(ALL)07/95]
The air door control lever lets you choose
outside air or recirculated air from inside the
passenger area. Moving the lever all the way left
to theMsymbol closes the door and inside
air is recirculated. Moving the lever all the way
to the right to theNsymbol opens the door
and outside air is drawn in. Use the fresh air
position for most conditions.When the air door
control lever is in the recirculate position (far
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left), window fogging can occur.Use the
recirculate position only to improve air
conditioning performance when fresh air cooling
is inadequate, or for short periods to try to keep
out odors from the outside.
[IP03050(ALL)07/93]
NOTE: Do not use the recirculate position
when window fogging occurs.
[IP03100(ALL)05/93]
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Air door control lever
[IP03200(ALL)01/92]
Temperature control lever
[IP03300(ALL)08/91]
The air temperature can be adjusted by moving
the lever into the red area for warm air or into
the blue area for unheated air.
[IP03350(ALL)05/93]
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Temperature control lever
[IP03400(ALL)01/89]
Fan
[IP03550(ALL)07/95]
HFan speed can be controlled by turning the
fan speed control knob from OFF through 3
(high speed).
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[IP06600(ALL)06/93]
Air Conditioning System (If equipped)
[IP06700(ALL)08/91]
Air distribution is controlled the same way as in
the heater system described above.
[IP06800(ALL)02/92]
The air conditioner switch is located on the
climate control panel. To turn on the air
conditioner, push the A/C button. An indicator
light will come on. To turn off the air
conditioner, push the button again. The fan must
also be on for the A/C to operate.
[IP07100(ALL)09/93]
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Air conditioning system control panel
[IP07200(ALL)08/91]
To get maximum cooling from the air
conditioner:
[IP07225(ALL)07/95]
1. Move the function selector lever to theQ
(panel) position.
[IP07250(ALL)08/91]
2. Set the temperature control lever all the way
to the blue area.
[IP07275(ALL)07/95]
3. Close the air door by moving the air door
control lever to theM(recirculate)
position.
[IP07300(ALL)08/91]
4. Push the A/C button.
[IP07325(ALL)07/95]
5. Set the
Hspeed on its highest setting.
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NORM A/C
[IP07850(ALL)11/91]
When maximum air conditioning is not needed,
using outside air instead of recirculated air can
be quieter, but it is less efficient. To cool your
car with outside air:
[IP07900(ALL)07/95]
1. Move the function selector lever to theQ
(panel) position.
[IP07925(ALL)07/95]
2. Set the air door control lever to theN
(fresh air) position.
[IP07950(ALL)08/91]
3. Set the temperature control lever all the way
in the blue area.
[IP07975(ALL)08/91]
4. Push the A/C button.
[IP08000(ALL)08/91]
5. Set the
Hspeed as desired.
[IP08400(ALL)07/95]
Defrosting the windshield
[IP08450(ALL)07/95]
You can clear a fogged windshield more quickly
by pushing the A/C button to the ON position
after completing steps 1 through 3 of the
Defrosting the Windshield and Side Windows. After
the windshield is clear, push the A/C button off.
[IP09000(ALL)01/95]
Tips for Better Fuel Economy
[IP09100(ALL)07/95]
On mild days, ventilate with outside air. You
will get better fuel economy without using the
air conditioning.
[IP09200(ALL)07/95]
On hot days, close the air doorMwhen using
the air conditioner. The air conditioner works
harder to cool outside air than recirculated air.
[IP13100(ALL)01/95]
Air Conditioning Operation
[IP13250(ALL)01/94]
If your vehicle has been parked with the
windows closed during hot weather, drive for a
few minutes with the windows open and the air
conditioner on. This forces most of the warm air
out of the vehicle.
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