1996 FORD F150 instrument panel

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NORM A/C
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[IP01485(B F )02/95]
SelectNORM A/Cto get refrigerated outside air
through the instrument panel registers. The A/C
position is used for cooling except when it is
extremely hot or fast cooling of the vehicle is
needed. Then, select MAX A/C for fast cooling
and return to NORM A/C when you are
comfortable.
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MAX A/C
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[IP01487(B F )04/95]
TheMAX A/Cposition produces cool air more
rapidly to provide faster cooling of your vehicle.
This is possible because cooler air is drawn from
inside the passenger area and refrigerated again
instead of using warmer outside air. Using
inside air will also make the fan sound louder
which is normal when using MAX A/C. The air
flow will be from the instrument panel registers.
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[IP01488(B F )03/95]
FLOOR
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[IP01489(B F )05/94]
Air flow will be to the floor whenFLOORis
selected. The air cannot be cooled in the FLOOR
position but can be heated by rotating the center
knob in the RED area.
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[IP01490(B F )03/95]
MIX
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[IP01491(B F )05/94]
SelectMIXto get air to the floor and windshield
defrosters at the same time. If the outside
temperature is about 50Ê (10ÊC) or warmer, the
air will also be dehumidified to remove
moisture. This feature will help prevent fogging
in humid weather. The air can be cooled or
heated.
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[IP01492(B F )03/95]
VDEF
[IP01493(B F )05/95]
SelectVDEFto obtain maximum air flow to
the windshield. Rotate the center knob into the
RED area for the air temperature required to
defrost. When the outside air temperature is
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84about50ÊF (9ÊC) orwarmer, the air will be
dehumidified to remove moisture. The air can be
cooled or heated. Rotate the
Hknob on the left
to increase the air flow.
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Operating Tips
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[IP01495(B F )02/95]
The following tips will help you to get the most
satisfaction from your air conditioning and
heater system.
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[IP01496(B F )05/95]
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In humid weather, selectVDEF. This will
help to prevent windshield fogging. After a
few minutes of operation, you may select
another air flow position. Rotate the control
knob to obtain your desired comfort level.
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[IP01497(B F )05/94]
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To prevent humidity buildup inside your
vehicle, always drive with the Air
Conditioning and Heater System turned on.
[IP01498(B F )05/95]
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Do not put objects under the front seats that
will interfere with the flow of air under the
seats to the back seat area of your vehicle.
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[IP01499(B F )05/94]
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Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air
intake area of your Air Conditioner and
Heater System which could block the air
intake. The intake area is located at the
bottom of the windshield.
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[IP01500(B F )05/94]
Standard Heater
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[IP01505(B F )05/94]
The control for your Heater system is located in
the center of the instrument panel below the
radio and will operate only when the ignition
key is turned to the RUN position. Your Heater
will heat and/or ventilate your vehicle interior
depending on the Function 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
knob setting determines the temperature of the
air that flows into the vehicle.
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86dots and HI beside the
Hcontrol knob. The HI
position provides the most air flow.
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Air flow selections
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VENT
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[IP01545(B F )02/95]
Use VENT to bring outside air through the
instrument panel registers. You can heat the air
in this position by rotating the temperature knob
into the RED area. The air CANNOT be cooled
below the outside temperature regardless of the
temperature knob setting.
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[IP01550(B F )03/95]
FLOOR
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[IP01555(B F )05/94]
Air flow will be to the floor when FLOOR is
selected. The air can be heated by rotating the
temperature knob into the RED area.
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[IP01560(B F )03/95]
MIX
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[IP01563(B F )05/94]
SelectMIXto get air to the floor and windshield
defrosters at the same time.
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[IP01565(B F )03/95]
VDEF
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[IP01570(B F )04/95]
SelectVDEFto obtain maximum air flow to
the windshield. Rotate the temperature knob into
the RED area for the air temperature required to
defrost. Rotate the
Hknob to increase or
decrease the air flow.
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[IP01575(B F )05/94]
Operating Tips
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[IP01580(B F )02/95]
The following tips will help you to get the most
satisfaction from your heater system.
[IP01585(B F )04/95]
q
In humid weather, selectVDEF. This will
help to prevent windshield fogging. After a
few minutes, you may select another airflow
position.
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[IP01587(B F )02/95]
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To prevent humidity buildup inside your
vehicle, always drive with the heater system
turned on.
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The Interior and Exterior Lights
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[IP16900( ALL)01/95]
Turning On the Exterior Lights
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[IP17000( ALL)02/95]
To turn on your headlamps, parking lamps,
marker lamps, and tail lamps, use the headlamp
switch to the left of the steering column.
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[IP17100( ALL)06/94]
1. Pull the headlamp control knob toward you
to the first position. Parking lamps, tail
lamps and marker lamps are now on.
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[IP17200( ALL)06/94]
2. Pull the headlamp control knob toward you
to the outer position. Headlamps are now on
in addition to the above.
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[IP17250(BEF )02/95]
3. Rotate the knob when it is in an on position
to brighten or dim the instrument panel
lamps. Rotate fully counterclockwise to
operate courtesy and cargo lamps.
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Headlamp switch
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90 %
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[IP17400(BEF )05/95]
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
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Do not use dry paper towel, chemical solvents
or abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps, as these
may cause scratches or crack the lamps.
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[IP17715( F )04/95]
Fog Lamps (If equipped)
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[IP17735( F )06/92]
The fog lamps rocker switch is located on the
instrument panel to the right of the steering
column.
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[IP17755( F )06/92]
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Fog lamp switch
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[IP17760( F )02/93]
The fog lamps act as a supplement to the low
beam headlamps under limited visibility
conditions such as rain, snow, dust or fog and
operate only when the low beam headlamps are
on.
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[IP17770( F )02/93]
To maximize fog lamp bulb life it is
recommended that the fog lamp switch be
turned off after each use prior to turning off the
headlamps.
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To turn the fog lamps on, push the ON side
of the rocker switch. An indicator light will
glow when the lamps are on.
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To turn off, push the OFF side of the switch.
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[IP17815( ALL)01/95]
Daytime Running Light System
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(Canadian vehicles only)
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[IP17830( ALL)03/95]
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns
the high beam headlamps on, with a reduced
light output, when:
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[IP17835( ALL)03/95]
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The headlamp system is in the OFF position,
and
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The vehicle is running, and
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[IP17850( ALL)01/95]
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The vehicle has a fully released parking
brake.
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[IP17875( ALL)01/95]
NOTE: You may notice that the lights flicker
when the vehicle is turned on or off.
This is a normal condition.
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[IP17890(BEF )05/95]
RWARNING
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system
will not illuminate the tail lamps and
parking lamps. Turn on your headlamps
at dusk. Failure to do so may result in a
collision.
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Lighting Up the Instrument Panel and the
Interior of Your Vehicle
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[IP18000(BEF )03/95]
The instrument panel lights can be turned on by
pulling the headlamp switch toward you to
either the first or outer position. You can
brighten or dim the instrument panel lights by
rotating the headlamp switch knob.
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[IP20060(BEF )04/95]
Cleaning the Instrument Panel Lens
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[IP20070(BEF )04/95]
Clean the instrument panel lens with a soft cloth
and a glass cleaner, such as Ford Ultra-Clear
Spray Glass Cleaner, or equivalent. Do not use
paper towel or an abrasive cleaner to clean the
lens as these may cause scratches.
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[IP20075(BEF )04/95]
Cleaning the Interior Lamps
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[IP20080(BEF )04/95]
Your interior dome lamps and map lamps are
plastic and should be cleaned with a mild
detergent diluted in water. Rinse them with clear
water.
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Turn signal lever and functions
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If the turn indicator light in the instrument
panel does not illuminate or remains on (doesn't
flash) when you signal a turn, the turn signaling
system is malfunctioning. Have this condition
corrected as soon as possible, but make sure that
you use the accepted hand signals in the
meantime.
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[SC03200( ALL)03/95]
High Beams
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[SC03300( ALL)05/95]
To turn on the high beams, turn the headlamp
control knob to the headlamp ON position and
push the turn signal lever away from you until
it latches. When the high beams are ON, the
high beam indicator light on the instrument
panel comes on.
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[SC03400( ALL)03/95]
To turn off the high beams, pull the lever
toward you until it latches. The high beam
indicator light turns off.
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