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[AS35550(ALL)06/90]
NOTE: Always make sure your antenna
(whether you have a power antenna or
a manually adjustable antenna) is fully
extended to the maximum length for
proper reception. If your antenna is not
fully extended, you may experience
signal loss while traveling in fringe
reception areas.
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[AS35600(ALL)04/95]
2. Terrain
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[AS35700(ALL)02/95]
The terrain (hilly, mountainous, tall buildings) of
the area over which the signal travels may
prevent the FM signal from being noise-free.
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[AS35800(ALL)11/92]
Repeated pops and hisses which are heard
during an otherwise clear broadcast can occur
near the station because of the ªline of sightº
characteristic of FM radio waves.
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[AS35900(ALL)01/95]
If there is a building or large structure between
the antenna and station, some of the signal
ªbendsº around the building, but certain spots
receive almost no signal. Moving out of the
ªshadowº of the structure will allow the station
to return to normal.
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[AS36000(ALL)01/95]
When the radio waves are reflected off objects or
structures, the reflected signal cancels the normal
signal, causing the antenna to pick up noise and
distortion. Cancellation effects are most
prominent in metropolitan areas, but also can
become quite severe in hilly terrain and
depressed roadways.
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[AS36100(ALL)01/95]
To minimize these conditions, a stereo/mono
blend circuit has been incorporated into this
system. This feature automatically switches a
weak stereo signal to a clearer monaural signal,
which improves the quality of reception.
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[AS36200(ALL)01/95]
Several sources of static are normal conditions
on AM frequencies. These can be caused by
power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and
thunderstorms.
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[AS36300(ALL)01/95]
Another reception phenomenon isStrong Signal
Capture and Overload. This can occur when
listening to a weak station and when passing
another broadcast tower. The close station may
capture the more distant station, although the
displayed frequency does not change. While
passing the tower, the station may switch back
and forth a few times before returning to the
original station.
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[AS36400(ALL)01/95]
When several broadcast towers are present
(common in metropolitan areas) several stations
may overload the receiver, resulting in
considerable station changing, mixing and
distortion.
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[AS36500(ALL)01/95]
Automatic gain control circuitry for both AM
and FM bands has been incorporated into this
system to reduce strong signal capture and
overload.
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[AS36600(ALL)08/89]
All About Radio Frequencies
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[AS36700(ALL)06/95]
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
and the Canadian Radio Telecommunications
Commission (CRTC) establish the frequencies
AM and FM radio stations may use for their
broadcasts. The allowable frequencies are, AM:
530, 540...1600, 1610 kHz in 10 kHz steps; FM:
87.9, 88.1...107.7, 107.9 MHz in 0.2 MHz steps.
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[AS36800(ALL)06/95]
Not all frequencies will be assigned to a given
area. This radio will tune to each of these
frequencies using manual tune and no fine
tuning is necessary as radio stations may not use
other frequencies.
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[AS36900(ALL)02/95]
Some FM radio stations advertise a
ªrounded-offº frequency which is not the
frequency they actually broadcast on. For
example, a radio station that is assigned a
frequency of 98.7 MHz may call itself ªRadio 99º
even though 99.0 MHz is not an allowable FM
broadcast frequency.
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[AS37000(ALL)01/95]
Important Warranty and Service
Information
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[AS37050(ALL)07/90]
q
Warranty
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[AS37100(ALL)03/95]
Your sound system is warranted for three years
or 36,000 miles (60,000 kilometers), whichever
comes first. Consult your vehicle warranty
booklet for further information. Ask your dealer
for a copy of this limited warranty.
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[AS37150(ALL)07/90]
q
Service
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[AS37200(ALL)01/95]
At Ford Electronics, we stand behind our audio
systems with a comprehensive service and repair
program. If anything should go wrong with
your Ford audio system, return to your dealer
for service. There is a nationwide network of
qualified Ford authorized repair centers to assist
you.
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[DR10530(ALL)05/95]
If the brake pedal is applied while the vehicle is
driven over uneven road surfaces, the ABS may
cycle and the driver may sense a pulsation in
the brake pedal, accompanied by a slight up and
down movement of the pedal height and a
clicking sound. This may also happen when
driving on an inclined surface such as a
driveway while making a sharp turn. This is a
normal condition.
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[DR10540(ALL)05/95]
Each time you turn the ignition key to the ON
position, the ABS will function through one test
cycle. When this happens, the ABS light will
come on for up to five seconds. If the light stays
on longer than five seconds, shut off the engine
and restart. If it remains on, it means the ABS is
disabled and should be serviced immediately to
restore the benefits of the anti-lock feature.
Normal braking is not affected unless the red
BRAKE system warning light is also lit.
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[DR10550(ALL)05/95]
ABS has self-check capabilities. As described
above, the system turns on the ABS light each
time you start your engine. After the engine is
started and the ABS light turns off, the system
performs another test the first time the vehicle
reaches 4-9 mph (6-15 km/h). The system turns
on the ABS pump motor for approximately 1/2
second. At this time, a mechanical noise may be
heard. This is a normal part of the self-check
feature. If a malfunction is found during this
check the ABS light will come on.
[DR10560(ALL)05/95]
Ford Motor Company has not found any
detrimental effects of popular mobile road
transmitting equipment installed on vehicles
equipped with the Anti-lock Brake System if
normal radio installation practices are rigidly
followed. However, if after installing mobile
radio transmitting equipment, the Anti-lock
Brake System light comes on at any time other
than immediately after turning the key to the
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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
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[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]
half page art:0032065-C
Parking brake (handbrake)
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[AC01400(ALL)05/95]
NOTE: The Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) or the Canadian
Radio Telecommunications Commission
(CRTC) regulates the use of mobile
communications systems Ð such as
two-way radios, telephones, and theft
alarms Ð that are equipped with radio
transmitters. Any such equipment
installed in your vehicle should comply
with FCC or CRTC regulations and
should be installed only by a qualified
technician.
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[AC01500(ALL)01/95]
NOTE: Mobile communications systems may
harm the operation of your vehicle,
particularly if they are not properly
designed for automotive use or are not
properly installed. For example, when
operated, such systems may cause the
engine to stumble or stall. In addition,
such systems may themselves be
damaged or their operation affected by
operating your vehicle. (Citizens band
[CB] transceivers, garage door openers,
and other transmitters whose power
output is 5 watts or less will not
ordinarily affect your vehicle's
operation.)
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[AC01600(ALL)05/95]
NOTE: Because we have no control over the
installation, design, or manufacture of
such systems, Ford cannot assume
responsibility for any adverse effects or
damage that may result if you use this
equipment.
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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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294 Index
Cleaning your vehicle (continued)
wheels................ 239
windows................ 72
Clock................127, 143
Clutch
operation while driving........ 153
recommended shift speeds....... 156
shifting the gears........... 154
Cold engine starting............ 43
Combination lap and shoulder belts..... 9
Compact disc player
(see Electronic sound system) . . . 122, 128
Compact disc radio
(see Electronic sound system)..... 122
Console, description........... 114
Controls
instrument panel............ 63
mirrors................ 113
steering column............. 77
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
checking and adding......... 221
drain and flush............ 226
preparing for storage......... 272
specifications............. 226
temperature gauge........... 61
Cooling fan............... 204
Crankcase emission filter......... 268
Cruise control (see Speed control)...... 89
Customer Assistance Center,
Ford (U.S.).............. 187
Customer Assistance Centre,
Ford of Canada............ 192
D
Dashboard (see Instrument panel)...... 63
Daytime running light system....... 78
Defects, reporting............ 192
Dipstick
engine oil.............. 218
power steering fluid.......... 247
Disabled vehicle (see Towing)...... 181
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