1997 FORD CROWN VICTORIA warning

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Storage Compartments
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Your vehicle may have several small storage
compartments:
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a glove compartment that locks. Use the
round key to lock and unlock it.
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WARNING
Do not put objects on the ledge between
the back seat and the rear window, as
they can become dangerous projectiles and
injure someone.
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Ignition
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Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
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The positions of the key in the ignition
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ACC allows some of your vehicle's electrical
accessories such as the radio and the windshield
wipers to operate while the engine is not
running.
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LOCK locks the steering wheel. It also locks the
automatic transmission gearshift lever.
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LOCK is the only position that allows you to
remove the key. The LOCK feature helps to
protect your vehicle from theft.
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OFF allows you to shut off the engine and all
accessories without locking the steering wheel or
the automatic transmission gearshift lever.
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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
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1. Put the gearshift in P (Park).
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2. Set the parking brake fully.
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3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK.
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4. Remove the key.
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NOTE: The automatic transmission gearshift
must be in P (Park) to move the key to
the lock position.
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If the key is stuck in the LOCK position, move
the steering wheel left or right until the key
turns freely.
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If the driver's door is open while the key is still
in the ignition, a warning chime sounds.
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WARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and
make sure the gearshift is latched in P
(Park). Turn off the ignition whenever you
leave your vehicle.
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WARNING
Do not leave children, unreliable adults,
or pets unattended in your vehicle.
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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
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turn the high beams on/off
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flash the lamps
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turn the windshield wipers and washer
on/off
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turn the cornering lamps on
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To set the interval wipers, turn the knob at the
end of the turn signal lever toward or away
from you until the wipers are going at the
desired interval.
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Windshield Washer
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To clean the windshield, push in the end of the
wiper knob. For a constant spray, keep the knob
pushed in. After you release the knob, the
wipers operate for two to three cycles before
turning off (if the wipers were OFF) or
returning to HI, LO, or the interval setting
selected.
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If the washer does not work, check the washer
fluid level and fill it if it is low. See the
Maintenance and Carechapter. If there is enough
fluid, consult your nearest Ford or
Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
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Do not try to clean the windshield when the
washer fluid container is empty or activate the
washers at any time for more than 15 seconds
continuously. This could damage the washer
pump system.
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WARNING
Always warm up the windshield with the
defroster before you use the washer fluid.
In freezing weather, the washer solution
may freeze on the windshield and obscure
your vision.
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For information about refilling the washer fluid
or replacing your windshield wiper blades, see
Windshield washer fluid and Wipersin the Index.
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Tilt Steering
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WARNING
Never adjust the steering wheel when the
vehicle is moving.
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The lever to tilt the steering wheel
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To change the position of the steering wheel,
pull the release lever on the column toward you.
Tip the steering wheel to the desired position.
Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in
place.
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Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if
it increases above the set speed on a downhill. If
your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed
while driving on a downhill in (Overdrive),
you may want to shift to the next lower gear to
reduce your vehicle speed.
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If your vehicle slows down more than 10 mph
(16 km/h) below your set speed on an uphill,
your speed control will disengage. This is
normal. Pressing RESUME will re-engage it.
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WARNING
To keep your vehicle under control, do
not use speed control in heavy traffic or
on roads that are winding, slippery, or
unpaved.
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To Set a Higher Set Speed
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Press and hold SET ACCEL. Release the
switch when the desired vehicle speed is
reached. OR
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Press and release SET ACCEL. Each press
will increase the set speed by 1 mph
(1.6 km/h). OR
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Accelerate with your accelerator pedal, then
press SET ACCEL.
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You may accelerate with the accelerator pedal at
any time during speed control usage. Releasing
the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle
speed to the previously programmed set speed.
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The dual beam map lamps are located on each
side of the dome lamp. Each map lamp can be
turned on by the switches on the lamp.
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Mirrors
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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.
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WARNING
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.
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Automatic Dimming Inside Rearview
Mirror (If equipped)
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The automatic non-glare mirror
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The electronic day/night mirror will change
from the normal state to the non-glare state
when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror. This
mirror functions at night, and has a limited
function at dusk or dawn. From the non-glare
state, the mirror will return to the normal state
after a short delay. The delay starts when the
glare goes away. The delay prevents excessive
changing of the mirror as traffic moves behind
and around the vehicle, or on rolling hills and
curves.
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If the Autolamp is turned to the ON position
and the amount of light outside is below a
predetermined level, the exterior lamps will also
illuminate.
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Windows
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Using the Power Windows
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Each door has a power control that opens and
closes the window on that door. The driver's
door has a master control panel that operates all
four windows.
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Power windows can only be opened or closed
when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC
position.
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WARNING
Do not let children play with the power
windows.
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The master controls on the driver's door
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To lock out all window switches except the
master controls, press the right side of the
window lock switch. To restore control to the
individual windows, press the left side of the
switch.
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