1996 FORD THUNDERBIRD interior lights

82
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[IP34200( ALL)01/95]
The Interior and Exterior Lights
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[IP34310( ALL)01/95]
Daytime Running Light System
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[IP34312( ALL)03/95]
(Canadian vehicles only)
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[IP34320( ALL)03/95]
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns
the high beam headlamps on, with a reduced
light output, when:
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[IP34325( ALL)03/95]
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The headlamp system is in the OFF position,
and
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[IP34330( ALL)03/95]
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The vehicle is running, and
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[IP34340( ALL)01/95]
q
The vehicle has a fully released parking
brake.
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[IP34360( BCGV)01/95]
NOTE: If you have a vehicle with an
automatic lighting system, the DRL
system is active until the automatic
system turns on the headlamps.
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[IP34363( ALL)10/94]
NOTE: The high beam indicator will not turn
on in the flash-to-pass mode during
nighttime driving.
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[IP34365( ALL)01/95]
NOTE: You may notice that the lights flicker
when the vehicle is turned on or off.
This is a normal condition.
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[IP34367( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system
will not illuminate the tail lamps and
parking lamps. Turn on your headlamps
at dusk. Failure to do so may result in a
collision.
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86 %
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[IP44500( ALL)01/95]
Lighting Up the Interior and Instrument
Panel
[IP44700( BC )01/89]
Manual operation
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[IP44810( BC )05/95]
With the light knob in the parking lamps or the
headlamps position, you can brighten or dim the
lights in the instrument panel. To do this, use
the thumbwheel to the left of the steering wheel.
This wheel also turns on the interior lights with
the light knob on or off.
[IP45100( BC )06/93]
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The thumbwheel controls the light on the instrument panel
and the interior light
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87 [IP45450( BCGV)07/93]
Using the Automatic Illuminated Entry
System (If equipped)
[IP45600( BCGV)03/91]
The interior lights turn on when you lift the
outside door handle on either front door, when
any button of the keyless entry system is pushed
or when you press UNLOCK, TRUNK, or
PANIC on a programmed remote entry
transmitter if your vehicle is equipped with
remote entry.
[IP45900( BCGV)01/89]
These lights automatically turn off after 25
seconds or when you turn the ignition key to
ON or ACC. The inside lights will not turn off if
you have turned them on manually or if a door
is open.
[IP46000( BCGV)01/89]
Tips on the illuminated entry system:
[IP46100( BCGV)01/89]
q
The illuminated entry timer will not turn off
the courtesy lamp if that lamp has been
turned on manually or by the door switch.
[IP46200( BCGV)01/89]
q
Occasionally, you will need to clean the lens
of the door lock assembly. Use Ford
Multi-Purpose Cleaner Concentrate, a mild
soap, or household ammonia and water
solution. Apply with a soft cloth or cotton
swab, followed by a clear water rinse.
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89 % [IP47220( BC )11/92]
Rear Seat Courtesy Lamps
[IP47250( BC )03/91]
Your vehicle has rear seat courtesy lamps which
are activated when the interior lights are turned
on. These lamps are located on the quarter trim
panels.
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[IP47270( ALL)04/95]
Cleaning the Interior Lamps
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[IP47290( 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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[IP47300( ALL)03/95]
Clock
[IP47460( BC )05/95]
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The digital clock
[IP47500( ALL)05/95]
1. To set the hour, press and hold the H
button. When the desired hour appears,
release the button.
[IP47600( ALL)05/95]
2. To set the minutes, press and hold the M
button. When the desired minute appears,
release the button.
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103 %
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[FV02600( BC)01/95]
Using the Illuminated Entry System
(If equipped)
[FV03150( BC)05/95]
The interior lights turn on when you lift the
outside door handle on either front door when
you press UNLOCK, TRUNK, or PANIC on a
programmed remote entry transmitter if your
vehicle is equipped with remote entry.
[FV03200( BCGV)02/95]
These lights automatically turn off after 25
seconds or when you turn the ignition key to
ON or ACC. The inside lights will not turn off if
you have turned them on manually or if a door
is open.
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[FV08114( ALL)02/95]
Activating the remote personal alarm
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[FV08120( ALL)02/95]
If you wish to activate the remote personal
alarm, press the PANIC button. This will honk
the horn and flash the low beam headlamps and
tail lamps for approximately two minutes and
forty-five seconds. You can turn it OFF by
pressing the PANIC button again or by turning
the ignition key to the RUN position.
[FV08125( ALL)05/94]
When you use the remote entry UNLOCK,
TRUNK or PANIC buttons, the illuminated entry
system turns on the interior lights for 25
seconds. You can turn these lights off with the
LOCK button or by turning the ignition to the
RUN position. The interior lights will not turn
off if you have turned them on manually or if a
door is open.
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[FV08725( ALL)02/95]
Replacing the batteries
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[FV08750(MBC )02/95]
The remote entry transmitter is powered by two
coin type three-volt lithium 2016
batteries (included) that should last for several
years of normal use. If you notice a significant
decrease in operating range, the batteries should
be replaced. Replacement batteries can be
purchased at most pharmacies, watch stores or
at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
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