1996 FORD CONTOUR ECU

Starting Your Contour
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[ST07325(ALL)04/94]
The steering wheel locks when the key is removed.
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[ST07400(ALL)05/95]
If the driver's door is open while the key is still in the ignition,
a warning chime sounds.
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[ST07500(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that
the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic
transaxle) or in 1 (First) (manual transaxle).
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[ST07575(ALL)01/93]
RWARNING
Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets alone in
your vehicle. They could accidentally injure themselves
or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle.
Further, on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed
vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause
severe and possibly fatal injuries to people as well as
animals.
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[ST07700(ALL)03/95]
Fuel-Injected Engines
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[ST07850(ALL)03/95]
When starting a fuel-injected engine,the most important thing
to remember is to avoid pressing down on the accelerator
before or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you
have problems getting your vehicle started. SeeStarting Your
Enginein this chapter for details about when to use the
accelerator while you start your vehicle.
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[LG08001(ALL)05/95]
If the light turns on and off on rare occasions while you are
driving, it means that a malfunction occurred and the condition
corrected itself.
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[LG08050(ALL)05/95]
An example of a condition which corrects itself occurs when an
engine running out of fuel begins to misfire. In this case, the
Check Engine Warning Light may turn on and will then set a
Diagnostic Trouble Code indicating that the engine was
misfiring while the last of the fuel was being consumed. After
refueling, the Check Engine Warning Light will turn off after
the vehicle has completed three consecutive warm up cycles
without a misfire condition occurring. A warm up cycle consists
of engine start from a cold condition (engine at ambient
temperature) and running until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
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[LG08100(ALL)05/95]
On the fourth engine start up, the Check Engine Warning Light
will turn off as soon as the engine begins to crank. It is not
necessary to have the engine serviced.
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[LG08150(ALL)05/95]
Under certain conditions, the Check Engine Warning Light may
come on if the fuel cap is not properly installed. If the Check
Engine Warning Light comes on and you suspect that the fuel
cap is not properly installed, pull off the road as soon as it is
safely possible and turn off the engine. Remove and replace the
fuel cap, making sure it is properly seated.
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[LG08201(ALL)05/95]
After completing the three consecutive warm up cycles and on
the fourth engine start up, the Check Engine Warning Light
should turn off. If the light does not go off after the fourth
engine restart, have your vehicle serviced by your dealer or a
qualified technician.
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Features
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Power seatback (if equipped)
[FV12770(ALL)01/95]
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The seatback controls on the driver's seat
[FV12800(ALL)05/94]
To tilt the seatback forward or back, slide the top part of the
top button forward or back. To inflate or deflate the lumbar
support pads, slide the bottom of the button forward or back.
[FV12900(ALL)11/93]
Folding Rear Seats (If equipped)
[FV13000(ALL)05/94]
The release knobs for the split rear folding seatbacks are in the
trunk. Pull the knob to fold down the seat.
[FV13100(ALL)11/93]
To raise the rear seatback, push the seatback upward until it
locks in place. Make sure it is firmly latched by pushing
forward and back on it.
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[FV13200(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Securely latch the seatback in the upright position to
prevent the seatback or objects from being thrown
forward during a sudden stop or collision.
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[AS06150(ALL)05/95]
Ford Compact Disc Player
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[AS06200(ALL)03/95]
The Ford Compact Disc Player operates when the Audio System
is on and a disc is inserted (label side up). Handle the disc by
its edge only. (Be sure to read and follow all of the care and
cleaning instructions underHow To Take Care of and Clean Your
CD Player and Discsin this section.)
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[AS06300(ALL)03/95]
The digital display on your CD player shows the track
(selection) number and the elapsed time. Indicators for play
a,
stop
X, compression on (ªCOMPº) and shuffle on (ªSHUFº) are
also in the display. (These features are described later.)
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[AS07300(ALL)04/95]
Once a disc is inserted, operation of the CD player will override
that of the radio.
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[AS07400(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: The volume, bass, treble, balance and fader controls
on the radio are also used with the CD player. Refer
to earlier operating instructions on these controls.
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[AS07500(ALL)04/95]
How to insert a disc and begin play
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[AS07550(ALL)04/95]
Insert one disc,label side upinto the disc opening. When
inserted, the disc automatically loads into the unit and play
starts at the beginning of the first track (selection).
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[AS07600(ALL)04/95]
When the disc reaches the end, the disc player automatically
returns to the beginning of the disc and resumes playing.
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[AS07650(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: Once a disc is inserted, the disc opening is secured to
prevent the accidental insertion of a second disc.
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[AS07700(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: The CD player has heat protection circuitry to protect
the laser diode. If the temperature of the player
reaches167ÊF (75ÊC), theheat detection circuit will
shut off the player and ªTOO HOTº will scroll in the
display for approximately five seconds (radio will
resume playing). When the temperature returns to
normal operating range, the CD player will again be
operational.
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Driving Your Contour
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Overriding the brake shift interlock
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[DR00931(ALL)04/95]
The console-mounted gearshift will lock when you turn the key
to the LOCK position. When the gearshift is in any position
except P (Park), the ignition key cannot be turned to LOCK or
removed from the steering column. TO REMOVE THE KEY, the
gearshift levermustbe in P (Park).
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[DR00935(ALL)11/94]
Once the gearshift is secure in the desired position, release the
brake pedal and use the accelerator as necessary.
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[DR02100(ALL)01/95]
When to use 2 (Second)
[DR02200(ALL)05/94]
When your vehicle is in 2 (Second), it automatically starts off in
second gear. Use 2 (Second) to help drive up moderately steep
hills or restart from a standstill on slippery roads. It prevents
the transaxle from frequently shifting up and down. It also
gives more engine braking than D (Drive) (with Transaxle
Control Switch activated) when going down hills.
[DR02300(ALL)05/95]
Do not go faster than 55 mph (90 km/h) in this gear. You can
upshift from 2 (Second) into D (Overdrive) at any speed.
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[DR02500(ALL)04/95]
When to use 1 (First)
[DR02700(ALL)05/94]
This position limits the transaxle to first gear. It helps brake the
vehicle when going down hills where 2 (Second) is not
sufficient.
[DR02800(ALL)05/95]
Do not go faster than 38 mph (60 km/h) in this gear. You can
upshift from 1 (First) to 2 (Second) or from 1 (First) to
D (Overdrive) at any speed.
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[DR02900(ALL)01/95]
P (Park)
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[DR03000(ALL)11/94]
Always come to a complete stop before you shift into P (Park).
Make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). This
locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from rotating.
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[DR03100(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that
the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park).
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[DR03200(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running.
[DR03400(ALL)01/89]
You can tell the gearshift is securely latched when the push
button has popped out. In this position the gear shift selector
lever cannot be moved unless the button is pushed in.
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152to the radio manufacturer's instructions. However, if you have
had a mobile radio transmitter installed and the check ABS light
comes on (at any time other than immediately after turning the
key to the ON position) have your mobile radio dealer inspect
the radio installation. Also, if the ABS system is activated other
than during maximum braking, have your mobile radio
installation checked.
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[DR17800(ALL)03/95]
Parking Brake
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[DR17900(ALL)01/95]
The parking brake should be used whenever you park your
vehicle.
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[DR18100(ALL)11/93]
The parking brake lever is located between the front seats. To
set the parking brake, put your foot on the brake pedal while
pulling the parking brake handle fully and firmly upward.
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[DR18300(ALL)12/89]
To release the parking brake, put your foot on the brake pedal,
pull the handle upward and push the button. Then lower the
handle to the released position while holding the button in.
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[DR18400(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that
the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic
transaxle) or in 1 (First) (manual transaxle).
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[DR18500(ALL)11/91]
RWARNING
To prevent personal injury, do not release the parking
brake while outside the vehicle.
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[DR18700(ALL)01/93]
RWARNING
If the parking brake is fully released, but the Brake
System light remains on, have the brakes checked
immediately. They may not be working properly.
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Roadside Emergencies
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[RE12400(ALL)01/95]6.
Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order
shown in the following illustration. As soon as possible, have
your dealer or a qualified service technician check the lug
nuts for proper torque specifications.
[RE12550(ALL)04/94]
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The lug nuts on the wheel
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[RE12600(ALL)11/94]7.
Place any wheel covers and ornaments in the trunk.
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[RE12700(ALL)03/95]8.
Put the tire, jack, and wrench away. Make sure the jack is
securely fastened so it does not rattle when you drive.
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[RE12750(ALL)01/95]9.
Unblock the wheels.
[RE12900(ALL)05/95]
Removing and Replacing Styled Polycast Wheel
Ornaments
[RE13000(ALL)05/95]
To remove a wheel ornament, insert the tapered end of the jack
handle between the ornament and wheel and pry the ornament
from the wheel.
[RE13005(ALL)05/95]
To install the polycast wheel center ornament, you should insert
one side of the ornament into the center of the wheel opening
and strike the opposite side with the palm of your hand until
the ornament is seated in the opening.
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Update:Thu Jan 25 12:24:30 1996