1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD seats

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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)01/96]
Fabric
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[MC51600( ALL)01/96]
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)01/96]
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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[MC51800( ALL)01/96]
Cleaning the Engine
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[MC51900( ALL)01/96]
A clean engine is more efficient because a
buildup of grease and dirt acts as an insulator,
keeping the engine warmer than usual.
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[MC52000( ALL)01/96]
q
Extreme care must be used if a power washer
is used to clean the engine. The high pressure
fluid could penetrate sealed parts and
assemblies causing damage or malfunctions.
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[MC52100( BCGV)04/96]
q
In order to avoid possible cracking of the
engine block or fuel injection pump, do not
spray a hot engine or injection pump with
cold water.
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Index 287
Index
A
ABS warning light
(see Anti-lock brake system)....... 11
Accessory position on the ignition..... 72
Additives, engine oil.......... 201
Air bag supplemental restraint system . . 114
and child safety seats......... 120
description.............. 114
driver air bag............ 114
indicator light............. 13
operation.............. 116
passenger air bag........... 117
service and information labels..... 116
tone generator............ 118
Air cleaner filter
location............... 198
specifications............. 247
Air conditioning
manual heating and air
conditioning system......... 59
semi-automatic temperature
control system............ 62
Alarm, activating remote personal..... 97
Antenna, radio (see Electronic
sound system)............. 25
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 207
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description.............. 145
see also Brake............ 145
warning light.............. 11
Anti-theft lug nuts and key....... 184
Anti-theft system
arming the system........... 93
description............... 92
disarming an untriggered system..... 94
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290 Index
Car seats for children
(see Child safety seats)........ 120
Cassette tape player (see Electronic
sound system)........ 36,40,45,51
Catalytic converter............ 233
CD player (see Electronic
sound system)........... 25,31
Chains, tires.............. 226
Changing a tire............. 175
Charging system warning light....... 14
Child safety restraints.......... 118
child safety belts........... 136
child safety seats........... 120
Child safety seats............ 120
and air bags............. 120
automatic locking mode
(retractor)...........107, 120
in front seat............. 120
in rear outboard seat......... 129
in rear seat............120, 135
tether anchorage hardware....... 136
Chime
key in ignition............. 73
safety belt............... 12
Circuit breakers
checking and replacing........ 173
see also fuses............. 165
Cleaning your vehicle.......... 243
chrome and aluminum parts...... 243
engine compartment.......... 245
exterior............... 243
exterior lamps............ 244
fabric................ 245
headlamps.............. 244
instrument panel......... 59,245
instrument panel lens......... 245
interior................ 245
interior lamps............. 244
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Heating
manual heating and air
conditioning system......... 59
semi-automatic system......... 62
High beams
indicator light............. 16
operation............. 67,75
High-mount brakelamp......... 239
description.............. 239
replacing the bulb.......... 239
Hitch................. 160
Hood................. 198
latch location............. 198
lubrication specifications........ 249
release lever............. 198
working under the hood....... 196
Horn................... 78
Hoses, checking............. 208
I
Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN) . . . 258
Idle, relearning.........191, 196, 220
Ignition
chime................. 73
positions of the ignition......... 72
removing the key............ 73
Indicator lights and chimes (see Lights) . . . 8
Infant seats (see Safety seats)....... 118
Instrument cluster, mechanical....... 9
Instrument panel............. 59
cleaning............... 245
lighting up panel and interior...... 70
Interval wipers.............. 75
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Mirrors (continued)
side view mirrors............ 86
side view mirrors (power)........ 89
vanity mirror, illuminated........ 86
Moon roof................ 84
Motorcraft parts............. 247
N
New vehicle break-in........... 6
O
Octane rating.............. 227
Odometer................. 22
description............... 22
trip odometer.............. 23
Oil filter..............203, 247
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 201
Oil viscosity.............. 201
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 236
Overdrive................ 154
Overseas offices............. 264
P
Panic alarm feature, remote entry system . . 97
Parking brake.............. 146
operation............... 146
warning light.............. 10
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)........ 247
PCV valve, specifications......... 247
Power distribution box (see Fuses).... 165
Power door locks............. 87
Power features
door locks............... 87
mirrors............... 86,89
moon roof............... 84
seats................. 102
windows................ 88
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S
Safe driving tips............. 162
Safety belts (see Safety restraints)..... 103
Safety chains, when towing a trailer.... 160
Safety information relating to
automotive fuels........... 230
Safety restraints
adjusting the
safety belts.........105, 108, 112
automatic locking mode........ 107
automatic locking mode (retractor) . . . 107
center rear lap belt.......... 112
cleaning the safety belts........ 244
extension assembly.......... 113
for adults.............. 103
for children.............. 118
for infants............118, 120
for pregnant women.......... 103
head.................. 99
lap and shoulder belts.......103, 105
maintenance............. 114
proper use.............. 103
replacement............. 114
warning light and chime......... 12
Safety seats for children......... 120
and air bags............. 120
automatic locking mode
(retractor)...........107, 120
in center seating positions....... 135
in front seat............. 120
in rear outboard.........120, 129
in rear seat.............. 120
Seat belts (see Safety restraints)...... 103
Seats................... 99
adjusting the seat, manual....... 100
adjusting the seats, power....... 102
child safety seats........... 120
cleaning upholstery.......... 245
head restraints............. 99
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Seats (continued)
rear seat access............ 103
reclining the seat........... 101
Serial number (VIN)........... 258
Service concerns............ 256
Servicing your vehicle.......... 195
precautions when servicing...... 196
servicing when you tow........ 192
Shift-lock system............ 152
Shift positions (see Gearshift)....... 151
Shoulder and lap belts
(see Safety restraints).......103, 105
Shoulder belts (see Safety restraints) . . . 105
Side mirrors............... 86
adjusting................ 89
Sliding moon roof (see Moon roof)..... 84
Snow tires and chains.......... 225
Spare tire................ 175
changing the tire.........175, 178
conventional spare.......... 177
finding the spare........... 177
removing the spare tire........ 177
storing the flat tire........177, 179
temporary spare........... 175
Spark plugs, specifications........ 247
Special driving conditions........ 162
Specification chart, lubricants....... 249
Speed control
turning off............... 80
when towing a trailer......... 161
Speedometer............... 22
Starting your vehicle
preparing to start your vehicle..... 139
starting a cold engine......... 140
starting after a collision........ 174
starting a warm engine........ 141
starting your vehicle if the battery
is disabled............. 185
Steering, power............. 150
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