1996 Mercury Sable CD player

187
*
[AS32318(ALL)03/95]
q
Do not clean discs with solvents such as
benzine, thinner, commercially available
cleaners or antistatic spray intended for
analog records.
*
[AS32320(ALL)03/95]
q
Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or
heat sources such as defroster and floor
heating ducts. Do not leave any discs in a
parked car in direct sunlight where there may
be a considerable rise in temperature or
damage may result.
*
[AS32322(ALL)03/95]
q
After playing, store the disc in its case.
*
[AS32324(ALL)03/95]
q
If a disc has already been inserted, do not try
to insert another disc. Doing so may damage
the disc player.
*
[AS32326(ALL)03/95]
q
Do not insert anything other than a disc into
the disc player.
*
[AS32328(ALL)03/95]
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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188
*
[AS32330(ALL)03/95]
Common Operating Conditions of Your
CD Player
*
[AS32332(ALL)03/95]
The following information is designed to help
you recognize typical situations that could be
mistakenly interpreted as mechanical
malfunctions of the disc player.
*
[AS32336(ALL)03/95]
q
The disc is inserted with the label surface
downward.
*
[AS32338(ALL)03/95]
q
The disc is dusty or defective.
*
[AS32340(ALL)04/95]
q
The player's internal temperature is above
140ÊF (60ÊC).Allow the player to cool off
before operating.
*
[AS32342(ALL)03/95]
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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189
*
[AS32344(ALL)03/95]
If play does not begin after the CD button is
pushed:
*
[AS32345(ALL)03/95]
q
The radio is not on.
[AS32346(ALL)02/95]
q
The disc magazine is not fully seated in
changer.
*
[AS32348(ALL)03/95]
q
Moisture may have condensed on the lenses
within the unit. If this occurs, remove the CD
magazine and wait approximately an hour
until the moisture evaporates.
*
[AS32350(ALL)03/95]
If the sound skips:
*
[AS32352(ALL)03/95]
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.
*
[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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Index 349
Brake-shift interlock.........192, 197
Break-in period.............. 5
Bulbs, replacing
headlamps.............. 315
high-mount brakelamp........ 320
specifications............. 323
C
Canada, customer assistance....... 243
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan
(CAMVAP).............. 244
Capacities for refilling fluids....... 329
Carbon monoxide in exhaust........ 71
Cargo cover.............. 162
Cargo net............... 162
Car seats for children
(see Child safety seats)......... 34
Catalytic converter........... 324
CD player
(see Electronic sound system)..... 181
Changing a tire............. 221
Charging system warning light....... 76
Childproof locks............ 125
Child safety restraints........... 32
child safety belts............ 59
child safety seats............ 34
Child safety seats
and air bags.............. 34
attaching with tether straps....... 46
automatic locking mode (retractor).... 13
in front seat.............. 37
in rear outboard seat.......... 37
Chime
headlamps on............. 79
key in ignition............. 62
safety belt............... 75
Cleaning your vehicle
built-in child seat............ 59
CD player and discs......... 186
chrome and aluminum parts....... 8
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350 Index
Cleaning your vehicle (continued)
engine compartment.......... 263
exterior................ 7
headlamps.............. 108
instrument panel............ 91
mirrors................ 154
plastic parts.............. 8
polishing................ 7
rustproofing.............. 8
safety belts............... 23
tail lamps.............. 108
washing................ 7
wheels................ 296
windows............... 105
Clock.................. 114
Cold engine starting............ 65
Compact disc player (see Electronic sound
system)................ 181
Console, description........... 156
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
checking and adding......... 276
drain and flush............ 281
preparing for storage......... 334
refill capacities............ 281
specifications............. 331
temperature gauge........... 84
Cooling fan............... 256
Cruise control (see Speed control)..... 120
Cupholder(s).............. 157
Customer Assistance Center,
Ford (U.S.).............. 238
Customer Assistance Centre,
Ford of Canada............ 238
D
Daytime running light system...... 107
Defrost
rear window and side view mirrors. . . 104
windshield............ 95,102
Dispute Settlement Board........ 239
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