1996 FORD TAURUS CD player

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[AS32328(ALL)08/95]
CAUTION:The use of optical instruments with
this product will increase eye hazard as the laser
beam used in this compact disc player is
harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to
disassemble the case. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
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[AS32330(ALL)08/95]
Common Operating Conditions of Your
CD Player
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[AS32332(ALL)08/95]
The following information is designed to help
you recognize typical situations that could be
mistakenly interpreted as mechanical
malfunctions of the disc player.
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[AS32336(ALL)08/95]
q
The disc is inserted with the label surface
downward.
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[AS32338(ALL)08/95]
q
The disc is dusty or defective.
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[AS32340(ALL)08/95]
q
The player's internal temperature is above
140ÊF (60ÊC).Allow the player to cool off
before operating.
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[AS32342(ALL)08/95]
q
Different manufacturers of compact discs may
produce discs with different dimensions or
tolerances, some of which may not be within
industry standards or in accordance with the
CD format. Because of this, a new disc that is
free of dust and scratches could be defective
and may not play on your Ford Compact
Disc Player.
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[AS32344(ALL)09/95]
If play does not begin after the CD button is
pushed:
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[AS32345(ALL)08/95]
q
The radio is not on.
[AS32346(ALL)02/95]
q
The disc magazine is not fully seated in
changer.
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[AS32348(ALL)08/95]
q
Moisture may have condensed on the lenses
within the unit. If this occurs, remove the
disc and wait approximately an hour until the
moisture evaporates.
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[AS32350(ALL)08/95]
If the sound skips:
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[AS32352(ALL)08/95]
q
Badly scratched discs or extremely rough
roads will cause the sound to skip. Skipping
will not damage the disc player or scratch the
discs.
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[AS32400(ALL)02/95]
CD Error Messages
[AS32500(ALL)02/95]
Your system is equipped to diagnose certain
problems you may experience. The displayed
error codes are:
[AS32600(ALL)02/95]
NO then CDÐ Empty slot or magazine,
mechanical error, disc(s) unreadable, or
mechanism focus error. Check all discs in the
magazine for scratches and proper insertion. If
problem persists, refer problem to qualified
personnel for service.
[AS32700(ALL)02/95]
NO then DJÐ CD Changer not connected or
not communicating to audio system. Refer
problem to qualified personnel for service.
[AS32800(ALL)04/95]
TOO then HOTÐ The changer's internal
temperature is above140ÊF (60ÊC).Allow the
player to cool before operating.
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360 Index
C
Canada, customer assistance....... 245
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan
(CAMVAP).............. 246
Capacities for refilling fluids....... 328
Carbon monoxide in exhaust........ 68
Cargo cover............... 162
Cargo net................ 161
Car seats for children
(see Child safety seats)......... 33
Cassette tape player (see Electronic
sound system)............ 177
Catalytic converter............ 323
CD player (see Electronic sound system) . . 182
Chains, tires.............. 294
Changing a tire............. 222
Charging system warning light....... 74
Childproof locks............. 125
Child safety restraints........... 31
child safety belts............ 57
child safety seats............ 33
Child safety seats
and air bags............ 26,33
attaching with tether straps....... 43
automatic locking mode (retractor) . . 14, 33
built-in................ 46
in front seat.............. 35
in rear outboard seat.......... 35
tether anchorage hardware........ 44
Chime
headlamps on.............. 77
key in ignition............. 60
safety belt............... 73
Cleaning your vehicle
built-in child seat............ 57
CD player and discs.......... 187
chrome and aluminum parts....... 7
engine compartment.......... 264
exterior................ 6
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Index 361
Cleaning your vehicle (continued)
exterior lamps............ 108
fabric................ 151
headlamps.............. 108
instrument panel............ 91
interior............... 151
interior lamps............ 113
mirrors............... 154
plastic parts.............. 7
polishing................ 6
rear windows............ 105
rustproofing.............. 7
safety belts............... 23
tail lamps.............. 108
upholstery and interior trim...... 151
washing................ 6
waxing................ 6
wheels................ 295
windows............... 105
Climate control system
electronic automatic
temperature control.......... 95
manual heating and air conditioning . . . 93
Clock................. 113
Cold engine starting............ 62
Combination lap and shoulder belts.... 12
Compact disc player (see Electronic
sound system)............ 182
Console, description........... 156
Controls
instrument panel............ 91
mirrors............... 153
steering column........... 115
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