1996 FORD CONTOUR mirror

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% [IP03500(ALL)05/95]
Rear Window Defroster and Heated Side View
Mirrors (If equipped)
[IP03551(ALL)02/95]
The defroster for the rear window clears frost, fog, or thin ice
from both the inside and outside of the rear window and
activates the heated side view mirrors.
[IP03600(ALL)01/95]
The button for the rear window defroster and heated side view
mirrors is on the instrument panel, to the right of the steering
wheel.
[IP03700(ALL)02/94]
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The rear window defroster and heated side view mirrors
[IP03900(ALL)05/95]
Clear away any snow that is on the rear window and side view
mirrors before using the defroster. With the engine running,
push the defroster button.
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[IP04000(ALL)04/95]
After approximately 10 minutes, the defroster will turn off. If
the window or mirrors are still not clear, turn the defroster on
again.
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[IP04100(ALL)04/95]
The defroster will turn off when the ignition key is turned to
the OFF or START position.
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[IP23000(ALL)03/94]
NOTE: Never use sharp instruments or window cleaners with
abrasives to clean the inside of your rear window. If
you do, you may damage the heating elements that
are bonded to the inside of the rear window and
cause damage to the rear window defroster.
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Features
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[FV14000(ALL)01/95]
Mirrors
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[FV14600(ALL)01/93]
Side View Mirrors
[FV14700(ALL)04/94]
The standard side view mirrors are manually adjusted by using
the remote knobs. The knob on each door adjusts the mirror on
that side of the vehicle. Move the control knob in the direction
you want to move the mirror.
[FV14800(ALL)02/94]
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The left side mirror control (right side similar)
[FV14850(ALL)05/94]
Dual electric remote control mirrors (if equipped)
[FV14900(ALL)05/94]
The control for adjusting the electric side view mirrors is on the
instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel.
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[FV15100(ALL)02/94]
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Electric remote control mirror knob
[FV15160(ALL)05/94]
Turn the knob back to the middle position to keep the mirror in
place.
[FV15170(ALL)02/94]
The side view mirror on the right is a convex mirror. This
mirror gives you a wider view of the lanes on your right and
behind you.
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[FV15180(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
The side view mirror on the right makes objects appear
smaller and farther away than they actually are.
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[FV15200(ALL)01/95]
Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
[FV15300(ALL)02/94]
Heated mirror feature (If equipped)
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[FV15400(ALL)03/95]
Both mirrors are heated whenever the Electric Rear Window
Defroster is turned on. Do not remove ice from the mirrors with
a scraper or you could damage them. If the outside mirror glass
is frozen in place, do not attempt to readjust or move the
mirror glass or damage may result.
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Features
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[FV15500(ALL)05/95]
Sun Visors
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[FV15600(ALL)04/95]
Illuminated Visor Mirror (If equipped)
[FV15700(ALL)05/94]
Your vehicle may have lighted mirrors on the sun visors. The
mirror is lit by sliding open the mirror cover.
[FV15800(ALL)11/93]
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The visor mirror
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Servicing Your Contour
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[SV13510(ALL)02/95]
Self-Service Pointers
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[SV13520(ALL)01/95]
If you choose to do your own fueling, you should also perform
a few simple maintenance routines. This extra effort will save
you additional money and contribute to the driving efficiency of
your vehicle.
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[SV13530(ALL)01/95]
The following procedures require only a tire gauge, a rag, an oil
can spout and windshield washer fluid.
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[SV13540(ALL)01/95]
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Check the engine oil at every refueling stop
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[SV13550(ALL)01/95]
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Clean the windshield, outside mirrors and headlights
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[SV13560(ALL)01/95]
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Check windshield washer fluid
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[SV13570(ALL)02/95]
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Check tires for excessive wear or worn edges
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[SV13580(ALL)01/95]
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Check the tire pressure at least monthly
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[SV13600(ALL)03/95]
Engine Oil Recommendations
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[SV13610(ALL)05/95]
We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil
meeting Ford Specification ESE-M2C153-E and displaying the
American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the
front of the container.
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[SV13650(ALL)05/94]
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The API Certification Mark
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276 Circuit breakers, checking and replacing......... 243
Cleaning your vehicle
CD player and discs................. 125
chrome and aluminum parts.............. 6
exterior....................... 5
exterior lamps.................... 79
fabric....................... 106
headlamps...................... 79
instrument panel................... 69
mirrors....................... 108
plastic parts..................... 6
polishing....................... 5
rear windows..................... 76
rustproofing..................... 6
safety belts...................... 16
tail lamps...................... 79
upholstery and interior trim............. 106
washing....................... 5
wheels....................... 229
windows....................... 76
Clutch
operation while driving............... 145
shifting the gears.................. 145
specifications.................... 254
Cold engine starting................... 46
Combination lap and shoulder belts............ 9
Compact disc player (see Electronic sound system).... 121
Compact disc radio (see Electronic sound system).... 116
Console, description.................. 110
Controls
instrument panel................... 69
mirrors....................... 107
steering column.................... 83
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
checking and adding................ 213
preparing for storage................ 256
refill capacities................... 252
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Coolant (see Engine coolant) (continued)
specifications.................... 254
temperature gauge.................. 64
Cooling fan...................... 196
Crankcase emission filter................ 253
Cruise control (see Speed control)............. 88
Customer Assistance Centre, Ford of Canada....... 186
D
Dashboard (see Instrument panel)............. 69
Daytime running light system.............. 79
Defects, reporting................... 185
Defrost, rear window and side view mirrors........ 76
Dipstick
automatic transaxle fluid............... 229
engine oil..................... 210
power steering fluid................. 234
Disabled vehicle (see Towing).............. 175
Dispute Settlement Board................ 182
Doors......................... 93
lubricant specifications................ 254
Driving under special conditions
bad weather.................... 153
heavy load..................... 155
high water..................... 155
slippery roads................... 153
tips for safe driving................. 153
towing a trailer................... 157
E
Electrical system
circuit breakers................... 243
fuses......................235, 242
relays....................... 235
Electronic sound system
radio reception................... 136
tuning the radio.................117, 131
warranty and service information........... 137
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284
M
Maintenance (see Servicing).............. 195
Manual transaxle
backing up (reverse)................. 146
clutch....................... 145
shifting gears.................... 145
Map pockets..................... 111
Master cylinder, brakes................ 232
Mileage, calculating fuel economy............ 207
Mirrors
side view mirrors (manual)............. 107
Moon roof....................... 99
Motorcraft parts.................... 253
N
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration..... 185
New vehicle break-in.................. 4
O
Odometer
trip odometer..................... 65
Oil filter....................... 253
Oil (see Engine oil).................. 209
Oil viscosity..................... 209
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system.......... 250
Overseas offices.................... 187
P
Panic alarm feature, remote entry system......... 96
Parking brake
operation...................... 152
warning light..................... 57
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)............... 253
PCV valve, specifications................ 253
Power door locks.................... 94
Power features
door locks...................... 94
mirrors....................... 107
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