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[ST09498(ALL)01/95]4.
Release the accelerator gradually as the engine speeds up.
Then drive away in the normal manner.
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[ST09500(ALL)04/95]
If the engine still does not start, the fuel pump shut-off switch
may have been triggered. For directions on how to reset the
switch seeFuel Pump Shut-Off Switchlater in this chapter.
%*
[ST10200(ALL)05/95]
A computer system controls the engine's idle speed. When you
start your vehicle, the engine's idle speed normally runs high.
These faster engine speeds will make your vehicle move slightly
faster than its normal idle speed. It should, however, slow down
after a short time. If it does not, have the idle speed checked.
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[ST10250(ALL)05/95]
If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, do
not allow your vehicle to idle for more than 10 minutes. Have
the vehicle checked.
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[ST10325(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very
high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system,
creating the risk of fire or other damage.
*
[ST10350(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or
other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up
the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can
start a fire.
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[ST10500(ALL)03/95]
If you consistently start your vehicle in subzero temperatures,
use an engine block heater (if your vehicle has this option).
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[ST11200(ALL)03/95]
If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or
Does Not Start After a Collision
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[ST11300(ALL)04/95]
Fuel Pump Shut-off Switch
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[ST11400(ALL)03/95]
If the engine cranks but does not start or does not start after a
collision, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been
triggered. The shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the
fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial
jolt.
[ST11500(ALL)01/95]
Once the shut-off switch is triggered, you must reset the switch
by hand before you can start your vehicle. The switch is located
on the left hand kick panel in the driver's footwell.
[ST11600(ALL)01/95]
13-1/2 pica
art:0000530-D
The left-hand kick panel in the driver's footwell
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[ST11700(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If you see or smell fuel, do not reset the switch or try to
start your vehicle. Have all the passengers get out of the
vehicle and call the local fire department or a towing
service.
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Starting Your Contour
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[ST11800(ALL)03/95]
If your engine cranks but does not start after a collision or
substantial jolt:
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[ST11900(ALL)04/95]1.
Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
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[ST12000(ALL)03/95]2.
Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel.
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[ST12050(ALL)03/95]3.
If you do not see or smell fuel, push the red reset button
down. If the button is already set, you may have a different
mechanical problem.
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[ST12100(ALL)03/95]4.
Turn the ignition key to the ON position for a few seconds,
then turn it to the OFF position.
*
[ST12150(ALL)03/95]5.
Check under the vehicle again for leaking fuel.If you see or
smell fuel, do not start your vehicle again.If you do not
see or smell fuel, you can try to start your vehicle again.
*
[ST12175(ALL)03/95]6.
Check all vehicle warning lights before driving the vehicle.
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[ST12300(ALL)05/95]
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
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[ST12400(ALL)02/95]
Carbon monoxide, although colorless and odorless, is present in
exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects.
*
[ST12500(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or other
enclosed area. Never sit in a stopped vehicle for more
than a short period of time with the engine running.
Exhaust fumes are toxic. SeeGuarding Against Exhaust
Fumesin this chapter for more instructions.
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[ST12600(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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Warning Lights and Gauges
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[LG09100(ALL)05/95]
If, under any circumstances, the pointer moves above the
NORMAL band, the engine coolant is overheating and
continued operation may cause engine damage.
*
[LG09150(ALL)01/95]
If your engine coolant overheats:
*
[LG09200(ALL)03/95]1.
Pull off the road as soon as safely possible.
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[LG09300(ALL)01/95]2.
Turn off the engine.
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[LG09400(ALL)05/95]3.
Let the engine cool.
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[LG09410(ALL)04/95]4.
Check the coolant level following the instructions on
checking and adding coolant to your engine, seeEngine
Coolantin the Index. If you do not follow these instructions,
you or others could be injured.
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[LG09415(ALL)01/95]
If the coolant continues to overheat, have the coolant system
serviced as soon as possible.
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[LG09800(ALL)01/95]
Speedometer
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[LG09900(ALL)01/95]
The speedometer tells you how many miles (kilometers) per
hour your vehicle is moving.
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[LG10000(ALL)01/95]
Odometer
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[LG10100(ALL)01/95]
The odometer tells you the total number of miles (kilometers)
your vehicle has been driven.
%*
[LG10109(ALL)11/94]
Trip Odometer
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[LG10116(ALL)11/94]
The trip odometer tells you how many miles (kilometers) your
vehicle has been driven since the last reset. Press the reset
button to return the trip odometer to zero.
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[IP33400(ALL)11/93]
Traction Control System (If equipped)
[IP33500(ALL)05/94]
This button turns the traction control system off and on. See
Driving Your Vehiclefor more information.
[IP33600(ALL)05/94]
6 pica art:0001179-C
The button for the traction control system
[IP33700(ALL)11/93]
Clock
[IP34100(O )04/94]
7-1/2 pica art:0001220-B
The digital clock
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[IP34300(ALL)05/95]1.
To set the hour, press and hold the hour button. When the
desired hour appears, release the button.
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[IP34400(ALL)05/95]2.
To set the minutes, press and hold the minute button. When
the desired minute appears, release the button.
[IP34500(ALL)01/95]3.
To switch between a 12-hour clock and a 24-hour clock,
press both the hour and minute buttons at the same time.
Reset the time as above.
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Steering Column Controls
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[SC09000(ALL)06/95]
If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle may
momentarily slow down or speed up, even though the speed
control is on. This is normal.
[SC09010(ALL)05/95]
NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic
transaxle, and if your speed increases above your set
speed while driving in Overdrive on a downhill
grade, you may want to turn the Overdrive off and
use Drive. You may turn the Overdrive off by
pressing the Transaxle Control Switch on the left side
of the gearshift lever. This will reduce vehicle speed
if it goes above your set speed on a downhill grade.
For the best fuel economy during normal driving
conditions, leave the vehicle in Overdrive, or resume
as soon as possible.
[SC09020(ALL)05/95]
NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a 5-speed manual
transaxle, and if your speed increases above your set
speed while driving in 5 (Fifth) gear on a downhill
grade, you may want to shift to 4 (Fourth) gear to
reduce vehicle speed. Depressing the clutch pedal
cancels speed control, therefore speed control must be
reset by pressing the SET/ACC or RES buttons. Speed
control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it goes
above your set speed on a downhill grade.
[SC09150(ALL)05/94]
Speed control is cancelled when Traction Control (if equipped)
becomes active.
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[SC09200(ALL)06/95]
Accelerating With the Speed Control Operating
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[SC09300(ALL)05/95]
You can use the accelerator pedal to speed up momentarily.
When you take your foot off the accelerator, the vehicle will
return to the set speed.
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[SC09400(ALL)01/95]
Resetting the Speed Control
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[SC09410(ALL)03/95]
To reset the speed control to alower speed, use one of the
following procedures:
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[SC09415(ALL)03/95]
n
COASTÐ Press and hold the COAST switch. Release the
switch when the vehicle slows down to the desired speed.
[SC09420(ALL)05/94]
n
Tap the brake pedal. When the vehicle attains the desired
speed, press the SET ACC switch and release it immediately.
[SC09427(ALL)05/94]
n
TAP-DOWNÐ Press and then quickly release the COAST
switch. Each time you ªtapº the switch, the set speed will
decrease by 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
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[SC09430(ALL)05/95]
If vehicle speed is reduced below 30 mph (50 km/h) by any of
the above methods, then you must manually accelerate to a
speed over 30 mph (50 km/h) and reset the system.
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[SC09435(ALL)03/95]
To reset the speed control toa higher speed, follow one of
these procedures:
[SC09440(ALL)05/94]
n
ACCÐ Press and hold the SET ACC switch. Release the
switch when the vehicle has accelerated to the desired speed.
[SC09445(ALL)03/95]
n
Depress the accelerator pedal. When the vehicle attains the
desired speed, press and release the SET ACC switch.
[SC09452(ALL)05/94]
n
TAP-UPÐ Press and then quickly release the SET ACC
switch. Each time you ªtapº the switch, the set speed will
increase by 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
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[AS02800(ALL)04/95]
n
Using the ªSCAN/TUNEº button to scan radio stations
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[AS02900(ALL)04/95]
Pressing the ªSCAN/TUNEº button once enters the scan
mode (display will indicate ªSCNº). Pushing the top
ahalf
of the ªSEEKº button will begin the scan mode up the
frequency band, stopping on each listenable station for
approximately five seconds. Pushing the bottom
bhalf of
the ªSEEKº button will begin the scan mode down the
frequency band, again stopping on each listenable station for
approximately five seconds.
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[AS03000(ALL)04/95]
To stop the scan mode on the presently sampled station
press the ªSCAN/TUNEº button again.
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[AS03200(ALL)04/95]
n
Setting the Station Memory Preset buttons
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[AS03300(ALL)02/95]
Your radio is equipped with 6 station memory buttons.
These buttons can be used to select up to 6 preset AM
stations and 12 FM stations (6 in FM1 and 6 in FM2).
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[AS03400(ALL)04/95]1.
Select a band, then select a frequency.
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[AS03600(ALL)04/95]2.
Press one of the memory buttons and hold the button until
the sound returns. That station is now held in memory on
that button.
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[AS03700(ALL)04/95]3.
Follow the two steps above for each station memory preset
button you want to set.
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[AS03850(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: If the vehicle's battery is disconnected, the clock and
station memory preset buttons (if programmed in auto
mode) will need to be reset.
[AS04150(ALL)02/95]
n
Using the Automatic Memory Store feature
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[AS04250(ALL)05/95]
With Auto Memory Store, you can continually set strong
stations into your memory buttons without losing your
existing memory presets, which is especially handy while
traveling. Your radio will automatically set your memory
buttons to the strong local stations so you don't have to
continually manually tune to existing stations.
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