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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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Lighting Up the Interior and Instrument Panel
[CF07400(ALL)12/95]
When either front door is opened, the footwell lights and the
door courtesy lights come on.
[CF07500(ALL)12/95]
The instrument panel lights, window control lights and door
handle lights come on whenever the headlamp switch is turned
from the OFF position. To dim the instrument panel lights, use
the thumbwheel on the instrument panel to the right of the
steering wheel.
[CF07600(ALL)12/95]
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Dimming the instrument panel lights
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Traction Control System (If equipped)
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This button turns the traction control system off and on. See the
Driving Chapterfor more information.
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The button for the traction control system
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Controls and Features
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ACCESSORY allows some of your vehicle's electrical accessories
to operate while the engine is not running. For example, you
can use ACCESSORY to turn on the radio without starting the
engine.
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ON allows you to test your vehicle's warning lights (except the
brake system warning light) to make sure they work before you
start the engine. The key returns to the ON position once the
engine is started and remains in this position while the engine
runs.
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START cranks the engine. Release the key once the engine starts
so that you do not damage the starter. The key should return to
ON when you release it. The START position also allows you to
test the brake warning light.
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Removing the Key From the Ignition
[CF10300(ALL)04/96]
Procedures for removing your key from the ignition vary,
depending on whether your vehicle has an automatic or manual
transaxle.
[CF10400(ALL)04/96]
If your vehicle has an automatic transaxle:
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Put the gearshift lever in P (Park).
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Set the parking brake fully.
[CF10700(ALL)12/95]3.
Rotate the ignition key to the LOCK position.
[CF10800(ALL)12/95]4.
Remove the key from the ignition.
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Controls and Features
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The Turn Signal Lever
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You can use the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering
column to:
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operate the turn signals and cornering lamps
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turn the high beams on/off
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flash the lamps
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Turn Signals
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The turn signal lever
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Move the lever up to signal a right turn. Move it down to
signal a left turn. The corresponding indicator light in the
instrument cluster will flash.
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If the turn signal stays on after you turn, move the lever back
to the center (off) position.
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For lane changes, move the lever far enough to signal but not to
latch. The lever will return to the off position when you release
it.
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High Beams and Flashing the Lamps
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To turn on the high beams, turn the headlamp control knob to
the headlamp ON position and push the turn signal lever away
from you until it latches. When the high beams are on, the high
beam indicator light on the instrument cluster comes on.
[CF13000(ALL)12/95]
To turn off the high beams, pull the lever back to the off
position.
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To flash the headlamps, pull the lever toward you for a moment
and then release it. The headlamps will flash whether the
headlamp knob is in the on or off position.
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Windshield Wipers and Washer
[CF13300(ALL)04/96]
To turn on the windshield wipers, the ignition key must be
turned to the ON position.
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Using the windshield wiper
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The windshield wipers can be set on high, low speed or interval
wipe. Turn the ring on the lever to set a longer or shorter pause
between wiping cycles.
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Sun Visors
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Illuminated Visor Mirror (If equipped)
[CF21600(ALL)12/95]
Your vehicle may have lighted mirrors on the sun visors. The
mirror is lit by sliding open the mirror cover.
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The visor mirror
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When you use the remote entry UNLOCK, TRUNK or PANIC
controls, the illuminated entry system turns on the interior
lights for 12 seconds. You can turn these lights off by turning
the ignition to the ON position. The interior lights will not turn
off if you have turned them on manually or if a door is open.
[CF28200(ALL)12/95]
NOTE: The illuminated entry system will only work when
the dome light switch is in the ª12º position.
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Locking the doors
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To lock all the doors, press the LOCK control.
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If you would like a signal that the doors are being locked, press
the LOCK control again within five seconds. The doors will lock
again and the horn will beep.
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Activating the remote personal alarm
[CF28700(ALL)05/96]
If you wish to activate the remote personal alarm, press the
PANIC control. This will honk the horn and flash the low beam
headlamps and tail lamps for approximately two minutes
forty-five seconds. You can turn it off by pressing the PANIC
control again on the same transmitter or by turning the ignition
key to the ON position.
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Replacing the Batteries
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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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To help you remember to fasten your safety belt, a warning
light may come on and a chime may sound. SeeSafety Belt
Warning Light and Chimein theInstrumentationchapter.
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See the following sections in this chapter for directions on how
to properly use these safety belts. Also seeSafety Restraints for
Childrenin this chapter for special instructions about using
safety belts for children.
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RWARNING
Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and
the lap belt snug and low across the hips.
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RWARNING
Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety
belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one
tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the
shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never wear
the shoulder belt under the arm. 2) Never swing it
around your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use
a single belt for more than one person.
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RWARNING
Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies and
attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified
technician after any collision. Safety belt assemblies not
in use during a collision should also be inspected and
replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.
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RWARNING
Children should always ride with the seatback in the
fully upright position.
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Seating and Safety Restraints
99 process that inflates the air bag. Small amounts of sodium
hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes,
but none of the residue is toxic. The Air Bag Supplemental
Restraint System will reduce, but not eliminate all injuries in an
accident.
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RWARNING
Several air bag system components get hot after inflation.
Do not try to touch them after inflation.
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RWARNING
The air bag will inflate only once. The system is
designed to function on a one-time-only basis. If the air
bag is inflated, THE AIR BAG WILL NOT FUNCTION
AGAIN AND MUST BE REPLACED IMMEDIATELY. If
the air bag is not replaced, this will increase the risk of
injury in a subsequent collision.
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The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System consists of:
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driver and passenger air bag modules (which include the
inflators and air bags),
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one or more impact and safing sensors,
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a system diagnostic module,
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a readiness light and tone,
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and the electrical wiring which connects the components.
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The diagnostic module monitors its own circuits, the air bag
electrical system, the air bag readiness light, the air bag power
and the air bag inflators.
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