1996 FORD TAURUS trunk release

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[IP31200(ALL)04/95]
Cleaning the Interior Lamps
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[IP31300(ALL)04/95]
Your interior dome lamps and map lamps are
plastic and should be cleaned with a mild
detergent diluted in water. Rinse them with clear
water.
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[IP31400(ALL)01/95]
Battery Saver
[IP31500(ALL)11/94]
When the ignition is turned off, the vehicle will
turn off battery voltage to the interior lights
after 40 minutes.
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[IP31600(ALL)09/95]
This will prevent draining of the battery if those
lights have been left on inadvertently or if a
door is not completely closed. Battery voltage to
these lamps will be restored when the outside
front door handles are lifted, the keyless entry
keypad is used, the remote entry transmitter is
used, any door is opened, the trunk is opened,
or the ignition key is turned to the ON position.
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[IP32600(ALL)03/95]
Clock
[IP33200(ALL)03/95]
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The digital clock
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[IP33750(ALL)05/95]
1. To set the hour, press and hold the hour
button. When the desired hour appears,
release the button.
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[IP33850(ALL)05/95]
2. To set the minutes, press and hold the
minute button. When the desired minute
appears, release the button.
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135 [FV07920(ALL)04/95]
To unlock the liftgate (wagon), press the TRUNK
button. To open the liftgate, you must press the
liftgate release located above the license plate.
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[FV07951(ALL)02/95]
Locking the doors with the remote entry
system
[FV08001(ALL)12/95]
To lock all the doors and liftgate (wagon), press
the LOCK button. This will also arm the factory
installed Anti-Theft system.
[FV08051(ALL)04/95]
If you would like a signal that the doors are
being locked, press the LOCK button again
within five seconds. If all doors and the liftgate
are completely closed, the doors and liftgate will
lock again, the horn will chirp and the external
lamps will flash. If a door or the liftgate is open
or ajar, the horn will give two short chirps
warning you that a door or the liftgate is open.
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[FV08100(ALL)02/95]
Remote entry personal alarm
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[FV08151(ALL)02/95]
If you wish to activate the remote entry system
personal alarm, press the PANIC button. This
will honk the horn and flash the lights for
approximately 2 minutes 45 seconds. You can
turn it off by pressing the PANIC button again
from the transmitter or by turning the ignition
to the ON or ACCESSORY position.
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[FV08200(ALL)02/95]
When you use the remote entry UNLOCK or
PANIC buttons, the illuminated entry system
turns on the vehicle's interior lights for 25
seconds. You can turn these lights off with the
remote entry LOCK button or by turning the
ignition to the ON or ACCESSORY position.
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150 [FV23260(ALL)04/95]
one third page art:0001379-AFolding down the rear seatbacks
[FV23275(ALL)05/95]
To raise the seatback:
[FV23325(ALL)02/95]
1. Lift the seatback rearward until it is in the
upright position. Push the center of the seat
until you hear it latch.
[FV23330(ALL)05/95]
2. Make sure the seatback is locked in position
by pushing forward and backward on it.
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[FV23360(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Securely latch the seatback in the upright
position to prevent the seatback or objects
from being thrown forward during a
sudden stop or collision.
[FV23375(ALL)11/94]
To lower the rear seatback from the trunk:
[FV23390(ALL)11/94]
1. Move the release lever on the back of the
rear seatback to the OPEN position.
[FV23420(ALL)11/94]
2. Fold the seatback forward.
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151 [FV23421(ALL)04/95]
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The seatback release lever in the trunk
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[FV23422(ALL)04/95]
Cleaning the Seats
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[FV23424(ALL)08/95]
Leather
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[FV23426(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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[FV23427(ALL)04/95]
Fabric
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[FV23428(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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[FV23429(ALL)09/95]
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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[FV29975(ALL)01/95]
RWARNING
Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard
objects can injure you in a collision.
% [FV30101(ALL)04/95]
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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159 [FV33300(ALL)11/94]
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The remote control for the trunk
[FV36200(ALL)05/94]
Special Features of Your Wagon
% [FV36300(ALL)02/95]
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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