1996 FORD PROBE seats

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[FV18100(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not remove the floor carpet in your
vehicle. Emission controls cause high
exhaust temperatures under the floor.
[FV18150(ALL)11/91]
NOTE: When returning the folding seats to the
upright position, remember to return
rear shoulder belts to their proper
position.
[FV18175(ALL)03/94]
NOTE: Your vehicle has stowage hooks on the
rear, lower, side trim panel on which
to hook the safety belts when not in
use. Simply hook the tongue slot over
the stowage hook.
[FV18180(ALL)04/95]
Cleaning the Seats
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[FV18185(ALL)05/95]
Leather
*
[FV18190(ALL)05/95]
For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a
soft, damp cloth. For more thorough cleaning,
wipe the surface with a leather and vinyl cleaner
or a mild soap.
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[FV18192(ALL)04/95]
Fabric
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[FV18194(ALL)05/95]
Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom
or a vacuum cleaner. Remove fresh spots
immediately. Follow the directions that come
with the cleaner.
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[FV18196(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: Before using any cleaner, test it on a
small, hidden area of fabric. If the
fabric's color or texture is adversely
affected by a particular cleaner, do not
use it.
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160ON position, or during a sudden stop, have
your mobile radio dealer inspect the radio
installation. Proper radio installation procedures
to be followed are published by the radio
manufacturer.
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[DR10600(ALL)03/95]
Parking Brake
*
[DR10700(ALL)01/95]
The parking brake should be used whenever
you park your vehicle.
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[DR10800(ALL)11/91]
If the service brakes don't operate while the
vehicle is in motion, you can make an
emergency stop with the parking brake,
however, the stopping distance will be much
greater than normal.
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[DR10900(ALL)11/93]
The parking brake lever is located between the
front seats. To set the parking brake, put your
foot on the brake pedal while pulling the
parking brake handle fully and firmly upward.
[DR11000(ALL)03/94]
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Parking brake (handbrake)
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Index 291
Index
A
ABS warning light
(see Anti-lock brake system)....... 57
Additives, engine oil.......... 218
Air bag supplemental
restraint system........... 17,25
and child safety seats....... 17,24±25
description............... 18
disposal................ 22
driver air bag............. 18
indicator light............. 55
operation............... 18
passenger air bag............ 18
proper seating............. 16
tone generator............. 22
wearing safety belts........... 15
Air cleaner filter, specifications...... 268
Air conditioning, electronic automatic
temperature control system....... 65
Alcohol, in fuel............. 214
Aluminum wheels............ 238
Antenna, radio
(see Electronic sound system) . 75, 121, 143
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 221
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 221
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description.............. 157
see also Brake............ 157
warning light.............. 57
Appeals (see Dispute settlement board) . . 188
Assistance (see Customer assistance) . . . 185
Audio system
(see Electronic sound system)..... 121
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Index 293
C
Canada, customer assistance....... 192
Canada, warranty information....... 4
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan
(CAMVAP).............. 193
Carbon monoxide in exhaust........ 48
Car seats for children
(see Child safety seats)......... 24
Cassette tape player
(see Electronic sound system) . . . 134, 140
Catalytic converter........... 261
CD player
(see Electronic sound system)..... 128
Chains, tires.............. 238
Changing a tire............. 173
Child safety restraints........... 23
child safety seats............ 24
Child safety seats
and air bags........... 17,24±25
attaching with tether straps....... 34
automatic locking mode (retractor) . . 13, 24
tether anchorage hardware....... 34
Chime, safety belt............. 54
Cleaning your vehicle
CD player and discs......... 131
chrome and aluminum parts....... 7
engine compartment......... 210
exterior................ 6
exterior lamps............. 81
fabric................ 112
headlamps............... 81
instrument panel............ 65
plastic parts.............. 7
polishing................ 6
rustproofing.............. 7
safety belts............... 15
tail lamps............... 81
upholstery and interior trim...... 112
washing................ 6
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Index 299
I
Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN) . . . 193
Idle
relearning.............. 173
speed................. 45
Ignition
positions of the ignition......... 37
removing the key............ 41
Infant seats (see Safety seats)........ 24
Instrument cluster............. 51
mechanical............... 52
Instrument panel
lighting up panel and interior...... 72
location of components......... 63
J
Jack
operation.............. 177
positioning.............. 177
Jump-starting your vehicle
attaching cables............ 171
disconnecting cables.......... 173
K
Keys
positions of the ignition......... 37
removing from the ignition....... 41
stuck in lock position.......... 37
L
Lamps
checking............... 256
daytime running light system...... 78
flashing the lamps........... 81
fog lamps............... 74
hazard flashers............. 81
high beams.............. 80
instrument panel, dimming....... 72
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302 Index
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems) . . . 121
Rear window.............. 101
Remote entry system
replacement/additional transmitters . . . 100
replacing the batteries.......... 99
Reporting safety defects......... 192
Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints)
adult.................. 9
child.................. 23
head................. 104
infant...............23±24
Roadside assistance........... 185
Roadside emergencies.......... 169
Rotating the tires............ 234
S
Safe driving tips............. 162
Safety belts (see Safety restraints)...... 9
Safety defects, reporting......... 192
Safety information relating to
automotive fuels........... 214
Safety restraints
automatic locking mode (retractor).... 13
cleaning the safety belts......... 15
extension assembly........... 14
for children............... 23
for infants.............23±24
for pregnant women........... 9
head................. 104
maintenance.............. 14
replacement.............. 14
warning light and chime......... 54
Safety seats for children
and air bags.......... 17,24±25
attaching with tether straps....... 34
automatic locking mode (retractor).... 13
tether anchorage hardware........ 34
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Index 303
Seat belts (see Safety restraints)....... 9
Seats
child safety seats............ 24
folding rear seats........... 110
head restraints............ 104
rear seat access............ 110
split-folding rear seat......... 110
SECTION: DR POSITION: 6705...... 147
Serial number (VIN)........... 193
Service concerns............ 186
Servicing your vehicle
precautions when servicing...... 204
servicing when you tow........ 181
Shift positions (see Gearshift).....147, 154
Sliding moon roof (see Moon roof).... 102
Snow tires and chains.......... 238
Spare tire
changing the tire........... 175
finding the spare........... 175
removing the spare tire........ 175
temporary spare........... 174
Spark plugs, specifications........ 268
Special driving conditions........ 162
Speed control
accelerating.............. 91
canceling a set speed.......... 93
resetting................ 92
resuming a set speed.......... 93
tap up/tap down............ 92
turning off............... 93
Speedometer............... 62
Starting your vehicle
preparing to start your vehicle...... 42
starting a cold engine.......... 43
starting after a collision......... 46
starting a warm engine......... 44
starting your vehicle if the battery
is disabled............. 169
Steering, power............. 157
Steering, tilt............... 88
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