1996 FORD CONTOUR air conditioning

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[ST12700(ALL)01/95]
Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked
whenever:
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[ST12800(ALL)02/95]
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your vehicle is raised for service
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[ST12900(ALL)02/95]
n
the sound of the exhaust system changes
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[ST13000(ALL)01/95]
n
your vehicle has been damaged in a collision
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[ST13200(ALL)01/95]
Improve your ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of
snow, leaves, and other debris.
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[ST13300(ALL)03/95]
If the engine is idling while you are stopped in an open area
for long periods of time, open the windows at least one inch
(2.5 cm). Also, adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in
outside air.
[ST13500(ALL)11/93]
If you use the heater, set the fan speed on medium or high with
the function control knob turned to FLR, PNL/FLR or PANEL.
[ST13800(ALL)12/88]
If you use the air conditioner, set the fan speed on medium or
high with the A/C button pressed. (Do not use MAX A/C.)
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Instrument Panel Controls
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[IP00500(ALL)01/95]
The Climate Control Systems
[IP00625(ALL)01/95]
Your vehicle has one of the following:
[IP00800(ALL)02/94]
n
Heating Only System (Without Air Conditioning)
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[IP00900(ALL)02/95]
n
Heating and Air Conditioning System
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[IP01100(ALL)09/89]
If you are not sure which system your vehicle has, see the
diagrams on the following pages.
[IP01201(ALL)03/95]
Heating Only System
[IP01220(ALL)05/94]
The control for your heater system is located at the center of the
instrument panel below the radio. The heater will operate only
when the ignition key is turned to the ON position. Your heater
will heat and/or ventilate your vehicle interior depending on
the function selector knob position and temperature you select.
The function selector knob allows you to select heating or
ventilation and determine where the air will be directed. The
temperature control knob setting determines the temperature of
the air that flows into the vehicle.
[IP01250(O )03/95]
10-1/2 pica
art:0001181-B
The control for the heating only system
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[IP01850(ALL)04/95]
Heating and Air Conditioning System
[IP01875(ALL)03/95]
Heating, ventilation, defrosting and defogging are accomplished
in the same way as with the heating only system. See ªHeating
Only System.º
[IP01890(ALL)03/95]
With the heating and air conditioning system, if the outside
temperature is about50ÊF (10ÊC) orwarmer, the air will be
dehumidified to remove moisture if you select FLR/DEF or
VDEF.
[IP01900(O )04/95]
10-1/2 pica
art:0001192-B
The control for the heating and air conditioning system
[IP02150(ALL)04/95]
Air conditioning
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[IP02175(ALL)03/95]
A/C
[IP02200(ALL)05/94]
Select A/C to get refrigerated outside air through the
instrument panel registers. The A/C position is used for cooling
except when extremely hot or fast cooling of the vehicle is
needed. Then, select MAX A/C for fast cooling and return to
A/C when you are comfortable.
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Servicing Your Contour
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[SV20660(ALL)06/95]
Disconnecting the Battery
[SV20675(ALL)02/95]
Because your vehicle engine is electronically controlled by a
computer, some control conditions are maintained by power
from the battery. If you ever disconnect the battery or install a
new battery, you must allow the computer to ªrelearnº its idle
conditions before your vehicle will drive properly. To begin this
process, put the gearshift in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or
Neutral (manual transaxle), set the emergency brake, turn off all
the accessories, and start the vehicle. Bring the engine to normal
operating temperature. Allow the manual transaxle to idle for
one minute in Neutral. Allow the automatic transaxle engine to
idle for one minute in N (Neutral) and one minute in D (Drive).
Perform the previous procedure with the air conditioning (if
equipped) on and off (conditions permitting). The relearning
process will complete automatically as you drive the vehicle.
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[SV20700(ALL)03/95]
If you do not let the engine relearn its idle, the idle quality of
your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle is
relearned. Your vehicle will eventually relearn its idle while you
drive it, but it takes much longer than if you use the previous
procedure.
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[SV21700(ALL)03/95]
Windshield Washer Fluid and Wipers
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[SV21800(ALL)03/95]
Washer Fluid
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[SV22100(ALL)01/95]
Check the level of the windshield washer fluid every time you
stop for fuel. The reservoir for washer fluid is located on the
passenger's side of the engine compartment. Visual inspection
can determine if the washer fluid is adequate. Do not operate
the washer when the reservoir is empty.
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Update:Thu Jan 25 12:09:28 1996