1996 FORD PROBE Owners Manual

97 [FV02600(ALL)06/94]
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Power locks on the driver's door
[FV02920(ALL)08/91]
Remote Keyless Entry System
(If equipped)
[FV02940(ALL)01/94]
Your vehicle may be equipped with a remote
keyless entry system. This option will allow you
to open your vehicle using a remote transmitter
from distances of up to 33 feet (10 meters) away.
The remote feature will operate only when the
ignition is in the OFF position.
[FV02950(ALL)06/94]
The transmitter can unlock the driver's door,
unlock all doors, lock all doors, or activate the
vehicle's horn and hazard warning lamps for the
panic alarm feature.
[FV02960(ALL)05/95]
By pressing the UNLOCK button on the
transmitter once, you can unlock the driver side
door. Pressing the UNLOCK button a second
time within five seconds of unlocking the
driver's door will unlock the other doors.
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98 [FV02970(ALL)05/95]You can lock all your vehicle doors by pressing
the LOCK button. If you press the LOCK button
a second time within five (5) seconds, the horn
will sound briefly to verify that the doors have
been locked.
[FV02990(ALL)06/94]
When the PANIC button is pressed, the horn
will sound and the hazard warning lamps will
flash. This will continue for up to approximately
two minutes and 45 seconds unless it is turned
off by pressing the PANIC button a second time.
The panic mode can also be cancelled by turning
the ignition key to ON or ACC.
[FV03000(ALL)05/95]
Up to four transmitters can be programmed for
your vehicle. Your vehicle comes with two
transmitters. Additional transmitters can be
ordered from your dealer.
[FV03050(ALL)01/95]
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Remote keyless entry transmitter
[FV03052(ALL)06/95]
The remote keyless entry system is equipped
with an illuminated entry system. This system is
activated by opening the door.
[FV03054(ALL)06/95]
When the system is activated, the dome lamp
will illuminate, and will stay lit for
approximately 25 seconds. The dome lamp will
shut off when the doors are closed.
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[FV03055(ALL)02/95]
Replacing the batteries
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[FV03060(ALL)01/95]
The remote entry transmitter is powered by two
coin type three-volt lithium 1616
batteries (included) that should last for several
years of normal use. If you notice a significant
decrease in operating range, the batteries should
be replaced. Replacement batteries can be
purchased at most pharmacies, watch stores or
at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
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[FV03065(ALL)02/95]
NOTE: The operating range of the remote
entry system can also be affected by
weather conditions (such as very cold
temperatures) or structures around the
vehicle (buildings, other vehicles, radio
and TV towers, etc.). Typical operating
range will allow you to be up to 33
feet (10 meters) away from your
vehicle.
[FV03070(ALL)01/92]
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Opening the remote transmitter
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100 [FV03075(ALL)01/92]The transmitter can be snapped apart to replace
the batteries by twisting a thin coin between the
two halves of the transmitter.DO NOT TAKE
THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER
APART.Carefully remove the old batteries.
When installing the new batteries, be sure to
place the positive (+) side down as marked.
Snap the two halves back together.
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[FV03080(ALL)02/95]
Replacement/additional transmitters
[FV03082(ALL)05/95]
In the event a transmitter is lost, return the
remaining transmitter(s) to your dealer for
reprogramming of your remote entry system.
This is necessary to prevent unauthorized use of
the lost transmitter.
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[FV03084(ALL)01/95]
Additional transmitters may be purchased from
your dealer (remote entry system will work with
up to four transmitters). Follow the same
programming procedure as above.
[FV03085(ALL)06/94]
All transmitters must be programmed (or
reprogrammed) at the same time. If the
programming mode is entered and the
transmitters are not programmed (or
reprogrammed) at the same time, they will not
operate with the system.
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[FV03090(ALL)04/94]
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[FV03175(ALL)02/95]
Windows
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[FV03200(ALL)03/95]
Operating the Windows Manually
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[FV03300(ALL)07/93]
The side windows on your vehicle can be raised
or lowered manually by turning the hand crank
located on each door.
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[FV03400(ALL)08/91]
NOTE: If you notice buffeting or pulsation
(wind shock) with either side window
open, you should open the opposite
window slightly to reduce the
condition.
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[FV03550(ALL)03/91]
Using the Power Windows (If equipped)
[FV03600(ALL)11/91]
Each door has a power control that opens and
closes the window on that door. The driver's
door has a master control panel that operates
both windows.
[FV03750(ALL)05/95]
To use your power windows, your ignition
switch must be placed in the ON position. Press
the recessed end of the power window switch to
lower a window, press the raised end of the
switch to raise a window.
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[FV03800(ALL)02/95]
NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a ªone
touch downº feature. This feature
allows the driver to fully open the
driver's window by firmly pressing the
switch and then releasing. The switch
will release when the window has
fully opened.
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[FV03900(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not let children play with the power
windows. They may seriously hurt
themselves. Make sure occupants are clear
of the window(s) before closing.
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102 [FV04000(ALL)06/94]
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[FV04600(ALL)02/95]
Moon Roof (If equipped)
[FV04650(ALL)01/92]
The control switch for the sliding moon roof is
on the interior/map lamp control panel located
above the windshield and between the sun
visors. The ignition must be in the ON position
for the moon roof to be operational.
[FV04700(ALL)11/91]
To open the sliding moon roof to the vent
position, push the recessed part of the moon
roof switch until the back of the moon roof tilts
into the vent position. You must release the
switch after opening the vent before pressing it
again to slide the moon roof open. To close,
push the other side of the switch until the moon
roof sets back into place.
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103 [FV04800(ALL)01/92]
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Sliding moon roof control switch
[FV04900(ALL)08/91]
Press the switch until the moon roof is opened
to the desired position. When you release the
switch, the moon roof will stop sliding open. To
close the moon roof, press the other side of the
switch and hold it until the roof is closed to the
desired position.
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[FV05600(ALL)01/95]
Seats
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[FV05605(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback
when the vehicle is moving.
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[FV05610(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury in a
collision, always drive and ride with your
seatback upright and the lap belt snug
and low across the hips.
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[FV05620(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury in a
collision, children should always ride with
the seatback upright.
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[FV05625(ALL)04/95]
Head Restraints
[FV05650(ALL)01/95]
Head restraints help protect your head and neck
in a collision. The head restraints on your
vehicle are not adjustable.
[FV05700(ALL)05/95]
Manual Seat Adjustments
[FV05800(ALL)05/95]
You can move the front seats forward or
backward or tilt the back of the seat forward or
backward. The driver's seat also has controls for
lumbar support (if equipped) and side bolster
support (if equipped).
[FV05900(ALL)05/95]
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