1996 FORD CONTOUR trunk release

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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Features
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[FV17000(ALL)01/95]
Storage Compartments
[FV17100(ALL)01/95]
Your vehicle may have several storage compartments:
[FV17201(ALL)01/95]
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two map pockets on the panels of the front doors. The back
of the front seats may also have map pockets.
[FV17301(ALL)01/95]
n
a coin holder on the instrument panel
[FV17501(ALL)01/95]
n
a small storage pocket on the outside of the front seat base
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[FV17800(ALL)01/95]
Trunk
[FV17900(ALL)11/93]
To open the trunk manually, use the oval key.
[FV18000(ALL)01/95]
Remote Trunk Release (If equipped)
[FV18100(ALL)05/94]
The remote trunk release is on the floor to the left of the
driver's seat.
[FV18200(ALL)05/94]
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The remote trunk release
[FV18300(ALL)05/94]
You can disable the remote trunk release. If you depress the
lever on the trunk latch that is marked in orange before closing
the trunk, the trunk can only be opened with the key.
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Disabling the remote trunk release
[FV18800(ALL)04/95]
Remote Fuel Filler Door Release
(If equipped)
[FV18900(ALL)05/94]
Your vehicle has a remote control fuel filler door which cannot
be opened from the outside. To unlatch the fuel filler door,
firmly push down the front of the release handle, which is on
the floor to the left of the driver's seat. Refer toServicing Your
Vehiclein the Index for further information.
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[SV05575(ALL)04/95]
Cleaning the Engine
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[SV05600(ALL)04/95]
A clean engine is more efficient because a buildup of grease and
dirt acts as an insulator, keeping the engine warmer than usual.
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[SV05625(ALL)05/95]
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Extreme care must be used if a power washer is used to
clean the engine. The high pressure fluid could penetrate
sealed parts and assemblies causing damage or malfunctions.
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In order to avoid possible cracking of the engine block or
fuel injection pump, do not spray a hot engine or injection
pump with cold water.
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[SV05675(ALL)06/95]
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The alternator, distributor and air intake must be covered.
Covering these components will help prevent water damage.
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[SV05700(ALL)04/95]
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Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running. Water
getting into the engine may cause internal damage.
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[SV06100(ALL)03/95]
Filling the Fuel Tank
[SV06125(ALL)03/95]
Fuel Filler Door Release (If equipped)
[SV06200(ALL)04/94]
On some models, the fuel filler door cannot be opened from
outside the vehicle. To unlatch the fuel filler door, find the front
end of the release handle on the floor to the left of the driver's
seat. Push the handle down firmly until it stops and the door
pops open.
[SV06275(ALL)05/94]
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The fuel filler door release
[SV06300(ALL)01/95]
If the fuel filler door does not open when you push the release
handle, open the trunk and find the override release on the
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Update:Thu Jan 25 12:09:28 1996