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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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To unlock the drivers door, press the UNLOCK
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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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TRUNK or PANIC controls, the illuminated
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99 [CF67400( ALL)05/96]
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
[CF67900(M )05/96]
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.
[CF68000(M )05/96]
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.
[CF68 FORD MUSTANG 1997 4.G Owners Manual 100 % [CF68100(M )03/96]Battery Saver (With Remote Entry)
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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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100 % [CF68100(M )03/96]Battery Saver (With Remote Entry)
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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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104 % [SS01200(MBC )12/95]Adjusting Manual Seats
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In the front seats, you can move the whole seat
forward or backward or tilt the back of the seat
forward or backward.
[SS01500(MBC )12/95]
To move the seats forward or backward:
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1. Find the adjustment lever at the lower left
corner of the front seat.
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2. Push the lever to the left to unlock the seat.
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3. Move the seat to the desired position.
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4. Release the lever to latch the seat in its new
position. Make sure the seat locks securely in
place.
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The front seat adjustment lever
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To recline the front manual seats:
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1. On the side of the seat, find the handle for
the recliner.
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2. Lift the handle up and hold it in place.
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3. Lean against the back of the seat and adjust
it to the position you want. You can tilt the
seat back or bring it forward.
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4. Release the handle to lock the seat in its new
position.
[SS03300(M )12/95]
NOTE: Seat back recline angle is restricted to
prevent interference with interior trim
panels on convertible models.
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WARNING
Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback
when the vehicle is moving.
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WARNING
Always drive and ride with your seatback
upright and the lap belt snug and low
across the hips.
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Seatback Recline
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Front seatback release levers
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It is necessary to use the seatback release when
folding the back of the front seat forward for
rear seat passenger entry or exit. This release
handle is located on the lower outboard back of
the seat. The seatback locks automatically when
returned to the normal position.
[SS04100(M )04/96]
To allow rear seat passenger access, use one
hand to pull up on the release handle then use
the other hand to push the seatback forward.
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WARNING
Check to see that the seat and seatback
are latched securely in position. Keep
floor area free of objects that would
prevent proper seat engagement. Never
attempt to adjust the seat while the
vehicle is in motion.
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Rear seat release straps
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To raise the rear seatback:
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1. Push the seatback upward until it locks in
place.
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Rear seat release straps
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To raise the rear seatback:
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1. Push the seatback upward until it locks in
place.
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2. Make sure the seatback is firmly latched by
pushing forward and backward on it.
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WARNING
Check to see that the seat and seatback
are latched securely in position. Keep
floor area free of objects that would
prevent proper seat engagement. Never
attempt to adjust the seat while the
vehicle is in motion.
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Important Safety Belt Information
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The use of safety belts helps to restrain you and
your passengers in case of a collision. In most
states and in Canada the law requires their use.
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Safety belts provide best restraint when:
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q
the seatback is upright
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q
the occupant is sitting upright (not slouched)
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q
the lap belt is snug and low on the hips
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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 FORD MUSTANG 1997 4.G Owners Manual 113
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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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113
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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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