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[IS05400(ALL)03/96]
Check Engine Warning Light
[IS05501(ALL)04/96]
This light illuminates when the engine's Emission Control
System requires service. It will also illuminate when the ignition
key is in the ON position and the engine is off.
[IS05700(ALL)12/95]
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Overdrive Off Indicator (Automatic Transaxle Only)
[IS06600(ALL)12/95]
This light tells you that the Transaxle Control Switch (TCS) on
the gearshift lever has been pushed. When the light is on, the
transaxle will not shift into overdrive. Depressing the TCS
button located below the gearshift release button on the shifter
will return the vehicle to ªoverdrive onº mode. The transaxle
will be in the ªoverdrive onº mode when the vehicle is started
even if the O/D OFF mode was selected when the vehicle was
last shut off.
[IS06700(ALL)12/95]
If the light does not come on when the TCS is depressed or if
the light flashes when you are driving, have your vehicle
serviced at the first opportunity.
[IS06800(ALL)02/96]
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Instrumentation
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[IS06900(ALL)03/96]
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
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[IS07000(ALL)03/96]
The turn signal arrow will flash to indicate the direction in
which you are going to be turning.
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[IS07100(ALL)02/96]
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[IS07200(ALL)03/96]
Fuel Gauge
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[IS07300(ALL)01/96]
The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel you have
in the fuel tank.
[IS07400(ALL)12/95]
For proper fuel gauge operation, the ignition must be in the
OFF position before you add fuel to the fuel tank.
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[IS07500(ALL)01/96]
The fuel gauge indicator may vary slightly while the vehicle is
in motion. This is the result of fuel movement within the tank.
An accurate reading may be obtained with the vehicle on
smooth, level ground.
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[IS07600(ALL)03/96]
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
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[IS07700(ALL)02/96]
This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not
the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level or
mixture, the gauge indication will not be accurate.
[IS07800(ALL)12/95]
The pointer moves from the white mark into the NORMAL
band as the engine coolant warms up. It is acceptable for the
pointer to fluctuate within the NORMAL band under normal
driving conditions. Under certain driving conditions, such as
heavy stop and go traffic or driving up hills in hot weather, the
pointer may indicate at the top of the NORMAL band.
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Instrumentation
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[IS08900(ALL)03/96]
Odometer
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[IS09000(ALL)01/96]
The odometer tells you the total number of miles (kilometers)
your vehicle has been driven.
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[IS09100(ALL)01/96]
Trip Odometer
[IS09200(ALL)12/95]
The trip odometer tells you how many miles (kilometers) your
vehicle has been driven since the last reset. Press the reset
control to return the trip odometer to zero.
[IS09300(O )12/95]
Sport Cluster
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[IS09400(O )12/95]
The sport cluster has basically the same standard warning lights
and gauges as the standard cluster, with the following
additional features:
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[IS09500(ALL)03/96]
Tachometer
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[IS09600(ALL)01/96]
The tachometer displays the approximate engine revolutions per
minute (rpm), or how fast the engine is running.
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[IS09700(ALL)03/96]
If you drive with the tachometer in the red zone, you may
damage the engine.
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[IS09800(ALL)01/96]
Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light (If equipped)
[IS09900(ALL)12/95]
Your vehicle may have an Anti-lock Brake System feature. If it
does, check the Anti-lock Brake System light each time you start
the engine. If it stays on longer than three (3) seconds, shut off
the engine and restart. If it stays on, that means the Anti-lock
Brake feature is not working and should be serviced
immediately to restore the benefits of the Anti-lock feature.
Normal braking is not affected unless the brake warning light is
also lit.
[IS10000(ALL)12/95]
The Anti-Lock Brake System has self-check capabilities. As
described above, the system turns on the anti-lock light each
time you start your engine. After the engine is started and the
anti-lock light turns off, the system performs another test the
first time the vehicle reaches 5 mph (8 km/h) (between 12 and
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2225 mph [20 and 40 km/h] for vehicles equipped with the
traction control system). The system turns on the ABS pump
motor for approximately 1/2 second. At this time, a mechanical
noise may be heard and felt. This is a normal part of the
self-check feature. If a malfunction is found during this check
the anti-lock light will come on.
[IS10100(ALL)12/95]
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Low Coolant Light (If equipped)
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[IS10300(ALL)03/96]
This light indicates that the level of the engine coolant is low
inside the coolant recovery bottle and that you should add more
coolant. SeeEngine Coolantin the Index.
[IS10400(ALL)12/95]
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This light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is
turned to the START position, but should turn off when the
engine starts. If this light stays on, check the level of coolant
inside the recovery bottle. The level may be slightly above the
MIN line because the light is an ªearly warning.º
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[AS08700(ALL)04/96]
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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.
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[AS08800(ALL)04/96]
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After playing, store the disc in its case.
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[AS08900(ALL)04/96]
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If a disc has already been inserted, do not try to insert
another disc. Doing so may damage the disc player.
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[AS09000(ALL)04/96]
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Do not insert anything other than a disc into the disc player.
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[AS09100(ALL)04/96]
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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[AS09200(ALL)08/95]
Common Operating Conditions of Your CD Player
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[AS09300(ALL)04/96]
The following information is designed to help you recognize
typical situations that could be mistakenly interpreted as
mechanical malfunctions of the disc player.
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[AS09400(ALL)04/96]
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A disc is already loaded.
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[AS09500(ALL)04/96]
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The disc is inserted with the label surface downward.
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[AS09600(ALL)04/96]
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The disc is dusty or defective.
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[AS09700(ALL)04/96]
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The player's internal temperature is above167ÊF (75ÊC).
Allow the player to cool off before operating.
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[AS09800(ALL)08/95]
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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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Electronic Sound Systems
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[AS27100(ALL)08/95]
How to eject the tape
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[AS27250(ALL)04/96]
To stop the tape and eject the cassette, press the eject (i)
button. The radio will resume playing.
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[AS27300(ALL)02/96]
Using the DolbyHB noise reduction feature
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[AS27400(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: Noise reduction system manufactured under license
from Dolby Labs Licensing Corporation. ªDolbyº and
double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
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[AS27550(ALL)05/95]
Push station memory button 3 to activate DolbyHB Noise
Reduction.
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[AS27600(ALL)04/96]
Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and Tapes
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[AS27700(ALL)08/95]
In order to keep your cassette tape player performing the way it
was meant to, read and follow these simple precautions:
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[AS27750(ALL)04/96]
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Using a Ford Cassette Cleaning Cartridge or equivalent to
clean the tape player head after 10-12 hours of play will help
maintain the best playback sound and proper tape operation.
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[AS27800(ALL)08/95]
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Only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less should be
used. Tapes longer than 90 minutes are thinner and subject
to breakage or may jam the tape player mechanism.
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[AS27900(ALL)08/95]
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Protect cassettes from exposure to direct sunlight, high
humidity and extreme heat or cold. If they are exposed to
extreme conditions, allow them to reach a moderate
temperature before playing.
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[AS28001(ALL)08/95]
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If a tape is loose inside the cassette, tighten it before playing
by putting your finger or a pencil into one of the holes and
turning the hub until the tape is tight.
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[AS28101(ALL)08/95]
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Loose labels on cassette tapes can become lodged in the
mechanism. Remove any loose label material before inserting
a cassette.
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[AS28200(ALL)08/95]
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Do not leave a tape in the cassette tape player when not in
use. High heat in the vehicle can cause the cassette to warp.
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[CF05200(ALL)03/96]
NOTE: Never use sharp instruments or window cleaners with
abrasives to clean the inside of your rear window. If
you do, you may damage the heating elements that
are bonded to the inside of the rear window and
cause damage to the rear window defroster.
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[CF05300(ALL)03/96]
The Interior and Exterior Lights
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[CF05400(ALL)03/96]
Turning On the Exterior Lights
[CF05500(ALL)12/95]
To turn on your headlamps, parking lamps, and tail lamps, use
the knob that is on the instrument panel, to the left of the
steering wheel.
[CF05600(O )04/96]
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The knob for the exterior lights
[CF05800(ALL)04/96]
To turn on the parking lamps, tail lamps, license plate lamps
and side marker lamps, turn the knob clockwise to the first
position.
[CF05900(ALL)04/96]
To turn on the headlamps, parking lamps, tail lamps, license
plate lamps and side marker lamps, turn the knob clockwise to
the second position.
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Controls and Features
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[CF06000(ALL)08/95]
Fog Lamps (If equipped)
[CF06100(ALL)12/95]
The fog lamps act as a supplement to the low beam headlamps
under limited visibility conditions such as rain, snow, dust or
fog.
[CF06200(ALL)12/95]
The fog lamps operate only when the low beam headlamps are
on. To operate the fog lamps, turn the headlamp control knob
to the second position (headlamps on) and pull the knob out.
An indicator lamp will glow when the fog lamps are on.
[CF06300(ALL)12/95]
To turn off, push the headlamp control knob in.
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[CF06400(ALL)03/96]
To maximize fog lamp bulb life, it is recommended that the fog
lamp switch be turned off after each use prior to turning off the
headlamps.
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[CF06500(ALL)03/96]
Daytime Running Light System
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[CF06600(ALL)03/96]
(Canadian vehicles only)
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[CF06700(ALL)01/96]
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system is designed to turn
the high beam headlamps on, with a reduced light output and
without illuminating the high beam indicator lamp in the
instrument panel. The DRL system operates when all of the
following conditions are met:
[CF06750(ALL)04/96]
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The vehicle's parking brake is fully released.
[CF06800(ALL)04/96]
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The vehicle is ªrunning.º
[CF06900(ALL)04/96]
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The headlamp system is in the OFF position.
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[CF07000(ALL)03/96]
The high beam indicator light on the instrument cluster will not
be on.
[CF07100(ALL)12/95]
A flashing high beam light in the instrument cluster indicates a
failure in the DRL system circuit, like a burnt bulb or fuse.
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