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RWARNING
Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard
objects can injure you in a collision.
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Cellular Phone (If equipped)
[FV30201(ALL)04/95]
For information about the cellular phone in your
vehicle, refer to theCellular Phone User's Manual
provided with your phone. For further questions
about your cellular phone, contact the Ford
Cellular System at 1-800-367-3013 (U.S.). In
Canada, please contact your dealer.
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[FV30301(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: It is recommended that you fold your
cellular phone antenna down onto the
back glass before entering a car wash.
[FV30400(ALL)04/95]Ashtrays
[FV30500(ALL)04/95]
The ashtray can be converted to a storage
compartment for small objects by removing the
plastic heatproof liner.
[FV30600(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: The heatproof plastic liner must be in
position for use as an ashtray.
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[FV32100(ALL)01/95]
Trunk
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[FV32200(ALL)01/95]
Opening the Trunk Manually
[FV32600(ALL)02/95]
To open the trunk from the outside, turn the key
to the right until the trunk opens.
[FV32900(ALL)11/94]
Remove the key before you close and lock the
lid. Shut the trunk lid completely.
[FV33100(ALL)04/95]
Using the Remote Control for the Trunk
[FV33200(ALL)04/95]
Press the remote release on the instrument panel
to the left of the steering wheel to open the
trunk.
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The remote control for the trunk
[FV36200(ALL)05/94]
Special Features of Your Wagon
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Liftgate
[FV36400(ALL)01/89]
Your wagon has a two-way liftgate that lets you
either open the entire liftgate or just the
window.
[FV36450(ALL)02/95]
To open the liftgate, press the release that is
hidden under the exterior trim panel just above
the license plate. Pull up on the handle to raise
the liftgate.
[FV36500(ALL)02/95]
The liftgate willnotlock automatically when
you close it. To lock the liftgate with the key,
turn left. You can also use the central power
lock on the driver's door or the LOCK button on
the remote entry keyfob, if your vehicle is so
equipped.
[FV36550(ALL)02/95]
When the liftgate is locked, the window will also
lock.
[FV36600(ALL)02/95]
To open the window, make sure the liftgate and
window are unlocked, then press the outside
lock cylinder. You can only open the window
from outside.
[FV36700(ALL)01/89]
To prevent any damage, close the liftgate and
window before you drive.
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Index
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ABS warning light
(see Anti-lock brake system)....... 81
Accessory position on the ignition..... 59
Additives, engine oil.......... 273
Air bag supplemental
restraint system............. 23
and child safety seats........ 26,33
description............... 23
disposal................ 31
driver air bag............. 23
indicator light............. 77
operation............... 27
passenger air bag............ 23
proper seating............. 24
service and information labels...... 27
tone generator............. 30
wearing safety belts........... 24
Air cleaner filter
location............... 260
replacing............... 296
specifications............. 329
Air conditioning
electronic automatic temperature
control system............ 95
manual heating and air
conditioning system......... 93
Alarm, activating remote personal.... 135
Antenna, radio
(see Electronic sound system)..... 176
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 276
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description.............. 203
see also Brake............ 202
warning light.............. 81
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Radio (see Electronic sound systems) . . . 169
Rear window
defroster............... 104
washer................ 105
washer reservoir........... 284
Refill capacities for fluids........ 328
Regulations, National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration......... 244
Relays................. 303
Remote entry system
arming and disarming the
anti-theft system.......... 136
locking/unlocking doors........ 134
panic alarm.............. 135
replacement/additional transmitters . . . 137
replacing the batteries......... 136
Reporting safety defects......... 244
Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints)
adult.................. 9
child.................. 31
head................. 145
infant................. 31
Ride control, Semi-Active......... 202
Roadside assistance........... 237
Roadside emergencies.......... 217
Roof rack................ 163
Rotating the tires............ 290
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Safe driving tips............. 206
Safety belts (see Safety restraints)...... 9
Safety chains, when towing a trailer.... 214
Safety Compliance Certification Label . . . 208
Safety defects, reporting......... 244
Safety information relating to
automotive fuels........... 268
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