1997 FORD CONTOUR radio controls

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Instrumentation
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[IS00200(ALL)01/96]
The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle is divided
into several different sections. The illustrations on the following
pages show the major parts of the instrument panel that are
described in this chapter. Some items shown may not be on all
vehicles.
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The main controls for the climate control system, clock, and
radio are on the instrument panel.
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[IS00400(ALL)03/96]
NOTE: Any cleaner or polish that increases the gloss (shine)
of the upper part of the instrument panel should be
avoided. The dull finish in this area is to help protect
the driver from undesirable windshield reflection.
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[AS01125(ALL)10/95]
Compact Disc Radio
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[AS01150(ALL)10/95]
The Compact Disc Radio combines the Electronic Stereo Radio
with the Ford Compact Disc Player.
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[AS01200(ALL)08/95]
Using the Controls on Your New Radio/CD Player
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[AS01300(ALL)10/95]
Most of the features of this unit work for both radio and CD
operation. Also, some of the knobs and buttons control several
different functions, so be sure to read all of the operating
instructions carefully.
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How to turn the radio on and off
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[AS01500(ALL)10/95]
Press the ªPOWERº button to turn the radio on. Press it again
to turn it off.
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How to adjust the volume
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Press the (R/S) side of the ªVOLº button to increase/decrease
the volume. Bars illuminate in the display to show the relative
volume level.
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[AS01800(ALL)02/96]
NOTE: If the volume level is set above a certain listening
level when the ignition switch is turned off, when the
ignition switch is turned back on, the volume will
come back to a ªnominalº listening level. However, if
the radio power is turned off, the volume will remain
in the position it was set at when radio power was
switched off.
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Selecting the AM or FM frequency band
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Push the ªAM/FMº button to select the desired frequency band.
When in the radio mode, pushing the button more than once
will alternate between AM, FM1 and FM2. These functions are
used with the station memory buttons described underHow to
tune radio stations.
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Ford Compact Disc Player
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The Ford Compact Disc Player operates when the Audio System
is on and a disc is inserted (label side up). Handle the disc by
its edge only. (Be sure to read and follow all of the care and
cleaning instructions underHow To Take Care of and Clean Your
CD Player and Discsin this section.)
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[AS06300(ALL)06/95]
The digital display on your CD player shows the track
(selection) number and the elapsed time. Indicators for play
a,
stop
X, compression on (ªCOMPº) and shuffle on (ªSHUFº) are
also in the display. (These features are described later.)
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[AS07300(ALL)10/95]
Once a disc is inserted, operation of the CD player will override
that of the radio.
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[AS07400(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: The volume, bass, treble, balance and fader controls
on the radio are also used with the CD player. Refer
to earlier operating instructions on these controls.
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How to insert a disc and begin play
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Insert one disc,label side upinto the disc opening. When
inserted, the disc automatically loads into the unit and play
starts at the beginning of the first track (selection).
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[AS07600(ALL)04/96]
When the disc reaches the end, the disc player automatically
returns to the beginning of the disc and resumes playing.
[AS07650(ALL)04/96]
NOTE: Once a disc is inserted, the disc opening is secured to
prevent the accidental insertion of a second disc.
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[AS07700(ALL)10/95]
NOTE: The CD player has heat protection circuitry to protect
the laser diode. If the temperature of the player
reaches167ÊF (75ÊC), theheat detection circuit will
shut off the player and ªTOO HOTº will scroll in the
display for approximately five seconds (radio will
resume playing). When the temperature returns to
normal operating range, the CD player will again be
operational.
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Electronic Stereo and Stereo Cassette
Radios
[AS21927(ALL)03/94]
Both the Electronic Stereo Radio and Cassette Radio offer full
electronic tuning with new soft touch controls.
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Using the Controls on Your New Radio
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How to turn the radio on and adjust the volume
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Press the ªPOWERº button to turn the radio on. Press it again
to turn it off.
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Press the right (+) side of the ªVOLUMEº button to increase the
volume. Press the left (s) side of the button to decrease the
volume. Illuminated bars in the display show the relative
volume level.
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[AS21975(ALL)02/96]
NOTE: If the volume level is set above a certain listening
level when the ignition switch is turned off, when the
ignition switch is turned back on, the volume will
come back to a ªnominalº listening level. However, if
the radio power is turned off, the volume will remain
in the position it was set at when radio power was
switched off.
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[AS22100(ALL)03/96]
Selecting the AM or FM frequency band
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[AS22225(ALL)02/96]
Push the ªAM/FMº button to select the desired frequency band.
Pushing the button more than once will alternate between AM,
FM1 and FM2. These functions are used with the station
memory buttons described underHow to tune radio stations.
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Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape Player
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NOTE: Radio power must be on to use the cassette tape
player.
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How to insert a tape
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Insert a cassette (with the open edge to the right) firmly into the
tape door opening, making sure the cassette is completely in
and ªseated.º
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[AS25700(ALL)12/95]
How to locate a desired track on the tape
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[AS25800(ALL)06/95]
NOTE: The tape track or side number indicated in the display
does not necessarily correspond to the tape track or
side number on the cassette label. It is used only to
indicate when the tape mechanism reverses tracks.
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Using the Automatic Music Search (ªAMSº)
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Press and hold the ªAMSº button (ªAMSº will appear in the
display). Then, push the left
hbutton to rewind to the
beginning of the current selection or press the right
gbutton
to fast forward to the beginning of the next selection.
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Fast forwarding the tape
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Push the right
gbutton to fast forward the tape.
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Rewinding the tape
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Push the left
hbutton to rewind the tape.
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How to change the side of the tape being played
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[AS27000(ALL)02/96]
The alternate track (other side) of the tape can be selected at
any time by pushing both fast-wind buttons
hand
g
at the same time.
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Controls and Features
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The Climate Control Systems
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Your vehicle has one of the following:
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Heating Only System (Without Air Conditioning)
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Heating and Air Conditioning System
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If you are not sure which system your vehicle has, see the
diagrams on the following pages.
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Heating Only System
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The control for your heater system is located at the center of the
instrument panel below the radio. The heater will operate only
when the ignition key is turned to the ON position. Your heater
will heat and/or ventilate your vehicle interior depending on
the function selector knob position and temperature you select.
The function selector knob allows you to select heating or
ventilation and determine where the air will be directed. The
temperature control knob setting determines the temperature of
the air that flows into the vehicle.
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The control for the heating only system
[CF01100(ALL)12/95]
To turn your heater system on, select any position except OFF.
This will turn the fan on and allow air flow into the vehicle. To
turn your heater off, select OFF. This will turn the fan off and
stop air flow from coming into the vehicle.
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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.
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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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NOTE: The operating range of the remote entry system can
also be affected by weather conditions (such as very
cold temperatures) or structures around the vehicle
(buildings, other vehicles, radio towers, etc.). Typical
operating range will allow you to be up to 33 feet (10
meters) away from your vehicle.
[CF29100(ALL)12/95]
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Replacing the batteries
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The transmitter can be snapped apart to replace the batteries by
twisting a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter.
DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER
APART. When installing the new batteries, be sure to place the
positive (+) side down as marked. Snap the two halves back
together.
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Replacement/additional transmitters
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In the event a transmitter is lost, return the remaining
transmitters to your dealer for reprogramming of your remote
entry system. This is necessary to prevent further unauthorized
use of the lost transmitter.
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[CF29500(ALL)01/96]
Additional transmitters may be purchased from your dealer
(remote entry system will work with up to four transmitters).
Return your existing transmitters to your dealer so the remote
entry system can be reprogrammed with your new and existing
transmitters.
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