1996 FORD THUNDERBIRD remote control

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%*
[FV20800( ALL)01/95]
Mirrors
*
[FV20850(ALL )03/95]
You can adjust your rearview mirror in any
direction. The special swivel bracket lets you
move the mirror up or down and from side to
side.
[FV021000(ALL )03/95]
RWARNING
Make sure you can see clearly through the
rearview mirror at all times. Do not block
your vision. If you cannot see through the
mirror, it could result in a collision,
injuring yourself and others.
% [FV24100( BCGV)07/93]
Adjusting the Dual Electric Remote
Control Mirrors
[FV24300( B )06/93]
If equipped, the switch for controlling the dual
electric remote control mirrors is located on the
driver's door.
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[FV24400( ALL)01/95]
Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror
with harsh abrasives, fuel or other
petroleum-based cleaning products.
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%*
[FV33400( ALL)01/95]
Trunk
*
[FV33500( ALL)01/95]
Opening the Trunk Manually
[FV34000( BC )05/94]
The trunk in your vehicle gives you plenty of
room for storage Ð 15.1 cubic feet (.42 cubic
meters).
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[FV34600( ALL)03/95]
To open and close the trunk from the outside:
[FV34950( BCGV)03/95]
1. Insert the key into the lock on the trunk.
[FV35100( ALL)11/90]
2. Turn the key to the right until the trunk
opens.
[FV35300( ALL)11/90]
3. Remove the key before you close and lock
the lid.
[FV35450( ALL)06/93]
4. Shut the trunk lid completely.
% [FV36200( ALL)03/95]
Using the Remote Control for the
Trunk (If equipped)
[FV36500( BC )07/93]
With the ignition switch in the ON or ACC
position, you can use the remote control under
your console armrest to unlock and open the
trunk.
[FV36700( BC )05/95]
quarter page art:0010359-C
The trunk release button located under the armrest
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Index 307
Index
A
ABS warning light
(see Anti-lock brake system)....... 58
Accessory position on the ignition..... 45
Additives, engine oil.......... 237
Air bag supplemental restraint system
description............... 18
disposal................ 25
driver air bag............. 18
indicator light............. 60
operation............... 21
proper seating............. 19
tone generator............. 25
wearing safety belts........... 18
Air cleaner filter, location........ 227
Air conditioning
manual heating and air conditioning
system............... 74
semi-automatic temperature control
system............... 77
Alarm, activating remote personal.... 112
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 240
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description.............. 173
see also Brake............ 173
warning light.............. 58
Anti-theft lug nuts and key....... 200
Anti-theft system
arming the system.......... 106
description.............. 104
disarming an untriggered system.... 108
disarming a triggered system..... 109
triggering.............. 108
Assistance (see Customer assistance) . . . 203
Audio system
(see Electronic sound system)..... 131
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Index 319
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems) . . . 131
Rear window, defroster.......... 81
Refill capacities for fluids........ 285
Relays................. 264
Remote control, trunk.......... 129
Remote entry system
locking/unlocking doors....... 111
opening the trunk.......... 111
panic alarm............. 112
replacement/additional transmitters . . 113
replacing the batteries......... 112
Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints)
adult................. 7
child.................. 25
head................. 118
infant................. 25
Roadside assistance........... 203
Roadside emergencies.......... 185
Rotating the tires............ 251
S
Safe driving tips............ 176
Safety belts (see Safety restraints)...... 7
Safety chains, when towing a trailer . . . 182
Safety defects, reporting......... 211
Safety restraints
adjusting the safety belts.... 10,12,16
automatic locking mode (retractor).... 10
center rear lap belt........... 16
cleaning the safety belts......... 18
extension assembly........... 17
for children.............. 25
for infants............... 25
for pregnant women.......... 14
replacement.............. 17
warning light and chime........ 59
Safety seats for children
and air bags.............. 20
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322 Index
Traction assist.............. 170
Traction-lok rear axle.......... 170
Trailer towing
calculating maximum trailer
weight............... 180
safety chains............. 182
tips................. 184
trailer brakes............. 183
trailer lamps............. 183
Transmission
automatic operation.......... 165
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic)............. 256
fluid, refill capacities......... 285
lubricant specifications......... 287
Transmission control switch....... 167
Transmitter (see Remote entry)...... 111
Trip odometer............... 68
Trunk
remote release lever.......... 129
using the keys to open........ 129
using the remote entry system to open . 111
Tune-up specifications (VECI)....... 282
Turn signal
indicator lights............. 65
lever.................. 91
U
Used engine oil, disposal......... 240
V
Vanity mirror.............. 126
Variable interval wipers.......... 93
VECI (Vehicle Emission Control Information)
decal................. 282
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . 206
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