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Triggering the Alarm System
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The armed system will be triggered if:
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Triggering the Alarm System
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The armed system will be triggered if:
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any door is opened without disarming the
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Triggering the Alarm System
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The armed system will be triggered if:
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any door is opened without disarming the
system first (see previous paragraphs)
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the trunk lock cylinder is removed
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NOTE: You can open the trunk with your key
without setting off the alarm.
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Disarming a Triggered System
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The alarm can be disarmed by:
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unlocking a front door with the key
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using the UNLOCK control on the remote
entry transmitter
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NOTE: The flashing lights and honking horn
will shut off automatically within 2
minutes 45 seconds after the system is
triggered. It will trigger again if
another intrusion occurs. However, the
starter circuit remains disabled until
the system is disarmed.
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Coded Key Anti-Theft System
[CF57800(M )05/96]
Your vehicle is equipped with the coded key
anti-theft system, you can only use an
electronically coded key to start the vehicle.
During each vehicle start sequence, the coded
key is read by the anti-theft system. If the key's
ID code matches that in the anti-theft system,
the vehicle is enabled to start. If the key's ID
code does not match the anti-theft system, or if
no coded key is detected, then the vehicle is not
able to start. Your vehicle was equipped with
two electronically coded keys. The coded
ignition key is larger than normal due to the
electronics located in the head of the key.
Additional spare keys, maximum of 14, can be
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If the key has been coded, the theft indicator
will illuminate for two seconds. The key can
then be used to start the vehicle.
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If the key has been coded, the theft indicator
will illuminate for two seconds. The key can
then be used to start the vehicle.
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If the key has been coded, the theft indicator
will illuminate for two seconds. The key can
then be used to start the vehicle.
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Repeat until all chosen keys have been coded
(max=16).
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If the key coding failed, the theft indicator will
flash and the vehicle cannot be started. One of 3
causes are possible:
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The new key was not inserted within 15
seconds or
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All 16 key codes have been stored or
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The key does not have an electronic code
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Remote Entry System
(If equipped)
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If your vehicle has the remote entry system, you
can lock and unlock the vehicle doors and open
the trunk without using a key. The remote also
has a personal alarm feature. The controls for
the system are located on the hand held
remote(s) that came with your vehicle.
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The system will work with up to four remotes.
Your vehicle came with two remotes. Additional
remotes can be ordered from your dealer.
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The remote entry features only operate with the
ignition in the OFF position.
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Unlocking the doors and opening the
trunk
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To unlock the drivers door, press the UNLOCK
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Unlocking the doors and opening the
trunk
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Unlocking the doors and opening the
trunk
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To unlock the driver's door, press the UNLOCK
control.
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To unlock the other doors, press the UNLOCK
control a second time within five seconds of
unlocking the driver's door.
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To open the trunk, press the TRUNK control.
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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
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If you wish to activate the remote personal
alarm, press the PANIC control. This will honk
the horn and flash the parking lamps and tail
lamps for approximately two minutes and
forty-five seconds. You can turn it OFF by
pressing the PANIC control again or by turning
the ignition key to the RUN position.
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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 25
seconds. You can turn these lights off with the
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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 25
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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 25
seconds. You can turn these lights off with the
LOCK control or by turning the ignition to the
RUN position. The interior lights will not turn
off if you have turned them on manually or if a
door is open.
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Arming and Disarming the Alarm System
[CF67600(M )12/95]
If your vehicle is equipped with the optional
factory installed anti-theft system, the remote
entry system will automatically arm it when the
doors are locked with the remote entry LOCK
button. The remote entry UNLOCK button will
disarm or reset a triggered anti-theft alarm.
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The remote entry system is designed to work
with the factory installed anti-theft system. It
may not work with other anti-theft systems.
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Using the Illuminated Entry System
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If your vehicle has this option, the interior lights
turn on when you press UNLOCK, TRUNK, or
PANIC on a programmed remote if your vehicle
is equipped with remote entry.
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These lights automatically turn off after 25
seconds or when you turn the ignition key to
ON or ACC. The inside lights will not turn off if
you have turned them on manually or if a door
is opened.
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When the ignition is turned off, the vehicle will
turn off battery voltage to the interior lights
after 45 minutes.
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When the ignition is turned off, the vehicle will
turn off battery voltage to the interior lights
after 45 minutes.
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When the ignition is turned off, the vehicle will
turn off battery voltage to the interior lights
after 45 minutes.
[CF68300(M )12/95]
This will prevent draining of the battery if those
lights have been left on inadvertently or if a
door is not completely closed. Battery voltage to
these lamps will be restored when the outside
front door handles are lifted, the Remote Entry
transmitter is used to unlock the doors, activate
the personal alarm or open the trunk, or the
ignition key is turned on again.
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Replacing the Batteries
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The remote 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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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
and TV towers, etc.). Typical operating
range will allow you to be up to 33
feet (10 meters) away from your
vehicle.
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WARNING
All safety belt assemblies, including
retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle
support assemblies (slide bar) (if
equipped) shoulder belt height adjusters
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WARNING
All safety belt assemblies, including
retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle
support assemblies (slide bar) (if
equipped) shoulder belt height adjusters
(if equ](/manual-img/11/5204/w960_5204-113.png)
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WARNING
All safety belt assemblies, including
retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle
support assemblies (slide bar) (if
equipped) shoulder belt height adjusters
(if equipped) and child safety seat tether
bracket assemblies (if equipped), and
attaching hardware, should be inspected
after any collision. Ford recommends that
all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles
involved in a collision be replaced.
However, if the collision was minor and a
qualified technician finds that the belts do
not show damage and continue to operate
properly, they do not need to be replaced.
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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WARNING
Children should always ride with the
seatback in the fully upright position.
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WARNING
Never let a passenger hold a child on his
or her lap while the vehicle is moving.
The passenger cannot protect the child
from injury in a collision.
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WARNING
Lock the doors of your vehicle before
driving to lessen the risk of the door
coming open in a collision.
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Combination Lap and Shoulder
Belts
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While your vehicle is in motion, the combination
lap and shoulder belt adjusts to your movement.
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Combination Lap and Shoulder
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However, if you b](/manual-img/11/5204/w960_5204-114.png)
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Combination Lap and Shoulder
Belts
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While your vehicle is in motion, the combination
lap and shoulder belt adjusts to your movement.
However, if you brake hard, corner hard or if
your vehicle receives an impact of 5 mph
(8 km/h) or more, the lap and shoulder belt
locks and helps reduce your forward movement.
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After you get into your vehicle, close the door
and lock it. Then adjust the seat to the position
that suits you best.
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Before fastening the front seat belt, make sure
the shoulder belt passes through the belt holder
on the top of the seatback.
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To fasten the belt,pull the lap/shoulder belt
from the retractor so that the shoulder portion of
the belt crosses your shoulder and chest. Be sure
the belt is not twisted. If it is, remove the twist.
Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle
until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make
sure the tongue is securely fastened in the
buckle.
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Fastening the front seat combination lap and shoulder belt
(coupe models)
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You can find your vehicles GVWR and GAWR
on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on
the left front door lock facing or the door latch
post pillar.
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You can find your vehicles GVWR and GAWR
on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on
the left front door lock facing or the door latch
post pillar.
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171 % [GF15700( ALL)12/95]
You can find your vehicle's GVWR and GAWR
on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on
the left front door lock facing or the door latch
post pillar.
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The weight limits of your vehicle's tires affect
the GVWR or GAWR limitations. Usage of
replacement tires with higher weight limits than
originals does not increase GVWR or GAWR.
Usage of lower capacity replacement tires may
lower GVWR and GAWR limitations.
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WARNING
Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR
specified on the Safety Compliance
Certification Label.
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Limiting Your Vehicle's Load
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The load that you add to your vehicle must not
exceed the maximum load stated on the Safety
Compliance Certification Decal attached to the
left front door pillar.
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To figure the weight of your vehicle's load, add
the weights of:
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the driver and passengers
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luggage and any other items that you put in
your vehicle
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the tongue load of the loaded trailer
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the weight of any equipment that has been
added to your vehicle since it was delivered
to your dealer
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