1997 FORD MUSTANG instrument panel

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[SS27200( ALL)01/96]
Safety Seats for Children
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[SS27300( ALL)01/96]
Use a safety seat that is recommended for the
size and weight of the child. Always follow the
safety seat manufacturer's instructions when
installing and using the safety seat.
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[SS27500( ALL)01/96]
When installing a child safety seat, be sure to
use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating
position, and make sure the tongue is securely
fastened in the buckle. For a shoulder/lap belt
combination with a sliding tongue, make sure
the retractor is in the automatic locking mode.
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[SS27600( ALL)03/96]
Children weighing less than 40 lbs. (18 kg)
should use child or infant seats. Forward facing
child seats must have the passenger seat moved
as far back from the instrument panel as
possible.
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[SS27700( ALL)03/96]
WARNING
Rear-facing child seats or infant carriers
should never be placed in the front seats.
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[SS27800( ALL)01/96]
All child restraint systems are designed to be
secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or by the
lap portion of a lap-shoulder belt.
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[SS27900( ALL)03/96]
WARNING
If you do not properly secure the safety
seat, the child occupying the seat may be
injured during a collision or sudden stop.
An unsecured safety seat could also injure
other passengers.
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Update:Mon Feb 24 10:16:50 1997

150 [TO01000(M )12/95]3.If you have an automatic transmission,
make sure that the gearshift is in P (Park)
and the parking brake is set before you turn
the key.
[TO01100(M )12/95]
If you have a manual transmission, make
sure that the parking brake is fully set, push
the clutch pedal to the floor, and put the
gearshift into Neutral before you turn the
key.The starter will operate only if the
clutch pedal is pushed in all the way.
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[TO01300( ALL)02/96]
Before you start your vehicle, you should test
the warning lights on the instrument panel to
make sure that they work. Refer to the
Instrumentationchapter.
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[TO01400( ALL)01/96]
Starting Your Engine
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[TO01500( ALL)01/96]
To start your engine:
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[TO01600( ALL)01/96]
1. Follow the steps underPreparing to Start
Your Vehicleat the beginning of this section.
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[TO01700( ALL)01/96]
2. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
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[TO01800( ALL)01/96]
3. DO NOT depress the accelerator pedal when
starting your engine. DO NOT use the
accelerator while the vehicle is parked.
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[TO01900( ALL)01/96]
4. Turn the key to the START position
(cranking) until the engine starts. Allow the
key to return to the ON position after the
engine has started.
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[TO02000( ALL)01/96]
If you have difficulty in turning the key,
rotate the steering wheel slightly because it
may be binding.
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Update:Thu Apr 3 07:46:27 1997

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[GF09200( ALL)03/96]
Driving
[GF09500(M )04/96]
Your vehicle's gearshift is console-mounted on
the floor. The Transmission Control Switch (TCS)
is located on the gearshift handle. The
Transmission Control Indicator Light (O/D OFF)
is located on the instrument panel. You can put
the gearshift lever in any of the several
positions.
[GF09700(MBC )12/95]
The OVERDRIVE OFF light is off (not
illuminated) during normal vehicle operation.
This allows the transmission to upshift and
downshift from 1st through 4th gears. When the
TCS is pressed, the Transmission Control
Indicator Light will illuminate (O/D OFF) on the
instrument panel. When this O/D OFF is
illuminated the transmission will upshift and
downshift from 1st through 3rd gears.
[GF09800( ALL)12/95]
If the O/D OFF light does not come ªonº when
the TCS is depressed or if the light ªFLASHESº
when you are driving, have your vehicle
serviced at the first opportunity. If this condition
persists, damage could occur to the transmission.
[GF10000(M )04/96]
To return the transmission to normal operation
(1st through 4th gear) depress the TCS marked
ªO/Dº again. This switch may be used to cancel
overdrive any time the vehicle is being driven.
Each time your vehicle is started, the overdrive
system will automatically be in the normal
overdrive mode and the O/D light will not be
illuminated.
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[GF10200(MBC )01/96]
When to use D (Overdrive)
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[GF10300( ALL)12/95]
Overdrive is the usual driving position for an
automatic overdrive transmission. It works the
same way Drive works, automatically upshifting
or downshifting as the vehicle speeds or slows.
File:09rcgfm.ex
Update:Mon Feb 24 10:18:27 1997

182 [ER00800(M )12/95]
half page art:0011154-AThe instrument panel fuse panel location
[ER01000(M )12/95]
half page art:0011172-A
The instrument panel fuse panel
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Update:Tue Mar 4 10:01:28 1997

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[ER01300( ALL)12/95]
The Instrument Panel Fuses, Circuit
Breakers and Relays
[ER01400(M )12/95]
thirty-four pica chart:0010389-HFile:10rcerm.ex
Update:Tue Mar 4 10:01:28 1997

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[ER04400( ALL)01/96]
Checking and Replacing Fuses
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[ER04500( ALL)01/96]
If you need to check a fuse, follow these steps:
[ER04600(M )12/95]
1. Find the fuse panel cover below and to left
of the steering column, in the instrument
panel. Pull outward on the handle below the
word ªfusesº to expose the fuse panel.
Squeeze the two backing tabs and pull to
remove the cover.
[ER04900(M )12/95]
2. On the fuse panel cover, find the number of
the fuse you want to check. The following
fuse panel cover tells you where to locate
the fuse on the panel.
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[ER05100(M )12/95]
3. Check the fuse to see if it is blown. Look
through the clear side of the fuse to see if
the metal wire inside is separated. If it is,
the fuse should be replaced.
[ER05200( ALL)12/95]
quarter page art:0010416-A
The side view of a fuse
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[ER05500(M )12/95]
4. Replace the fuse with one that has the right
amperage rating. (See the following chart.)
[ER05600( ALL)12/95]
eight pica chart:0001092-BFile:10rcerm.ex
Update:Tue Mar 4 10:01:28 1997

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[MC03300( ALL)02/96]
Opening the Hood
[MC03400( ALL)12/95]
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release
located under the lower left corner of the
instrument panel.
[MC03600( ALL)12/95]
2. Go around to the front of the vehicle, and
release the auxiliary catch that is located
under the front edge of the hood at the
center of the vehicle.
[MC03900(M )12/95]
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The auxiliary catch under the front edge of the hood
[MC04000(M )12/95]
3. Lift the hood and secure it with the prop
rod using only the hole marked ªPROPº.
[MC04200(M )12/95]
Whenever you close the hood, make sure the
prop rod is secured in its retainer and that the
hood latches securely.
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[MC04400( ALL)12/95]
NOTE: Apply lubricant to the hood latch at
six-month intervals to maintain smooth
and trouble-free operation.
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Update:Thu Apr 3 07:49:33 1997

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[MC51100( ALL)02/96]
Cleaning the Instrument Panel Lens
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[MC51200( ALL)01/96]
Clean the instrument panel lens with a soft cloth
and a glass cleaner, such as Ford Ultra-Clear
Spray Glass Cleaner, or equivalent. Do not use
paper towel or any abrasive cleaner to clean the
lens as these may cause scratches.
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[MC51250( ALL)03/96]
Cleaning the Seats
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[MC51300( ALL)01/96]
Leather and vinyl
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[MC51400( ALL)01/96]
For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a
soft, damp cloth. For more thorough cleaning,
wipe the surface with a leather and vinyl cleaner
or a mild soap.
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[MC51500( ALL)05/96]
Fabric
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[MC51600( ALL)05/96]
Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom
or a vacuum cleaner. Remove fresh spots
immediately. Follow the directions that come
with the cleaner.
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[MC51700( ALL)05/96]
NOTE: Before using any cleaner, test it on a
small, hidden area of fabric. If the
fabric's color or texture is adversely
affected by a particular cleaner, do not
use it.
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Update:Thu Apr 3 07:49:33 1997