1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD roof

83 [CF35900( BC )12/95]
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Map lamp (with optional moon roof)
[CF36000( BC )12/95]
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Front seat map and dome lamps (without optional moon
roof)
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[CF36200( ALL)12/95]
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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[CF37000( BC )01/96]
Moon Roof (If equipped)
[CF37100( BC )05/96]
You can move the moon roof back to open the
glass panel, or you can tilt it up to ventilate the
vehicle.
[CF37200( BC )05/96]
The rocker type control is used to open and
close the moon roof. You must press and hold
the control until the desired position is reached.
At fully open and closed positions, the motor
will automatically turn off. Release the control at
this time to avoid motor damage.
[CF37300( BC )05/96]
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The control for the moon roof
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The moon roof has an express open feature.
[CF37400( BC )05/96]
To open the moon roof, press and release the
rear portion of the control. The glass panel will
move to the full open position and stop. To stop
the glass at a partially open position, press the
control again while the glass is moving.
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[CF37500( BC )12/95]
To close the moon roof, press and hold the front
portion of the control. The glass panel will move
to the intermediate position and stop. Press and
hold the front of the control again and the panel
will move to the fully closed position and stop.
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[CF37600( BC )12/95]
To tilt the moon roof into vent position when
the glass panel is closed, press the front portion
of the control.
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[CF37700( BC )12/95]
To close from vent position, press and hold the
rear portion of the control.
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[CF37800(MBC )01/96]
Occasionally wiping the outside guide rail covers
of the moon roof with a clean cloth will help
keep the moon roof working properly.
[CF37900( BC )12/95]
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The moon roof
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[CF38000( BC )01/96]
RWARNING
Do not let children play with the moon
roof. They may seriously hurt themselves.
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[CF38100( BC )01/96]
Sliding Shade
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[CF38200( BC )01/96]
The moon roof has a sliding shade that you can
manually open or close to block the sun when
the glass panel is shut.
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[CF38300( BC )01/96]
To close the sliding shade, pull the shade toward
the front of the vehicle. The shade automatically
opens and locks when the moon roof is opened.
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[CF38400( ALL)03/96]
Mirrors
[CF38600( ALL)04/96]
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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[CF38700( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
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.
[CF39800( ALL)01/96]
Sun Visors
% [CF40300( ALL)04/96]
Turning on the Mirror Light on the Sun
Visors (If equipped)
[CF40400( ALL)12/95]
To turn on the visor mirror light, lift the mirror
cover.
[CF40600( BC )12/95]
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The mirror on the sun visor
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[MC50000( ALL)01/96]
Cleaning Plastic Parts
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[MC50100( ALL)01/96]
Some of your vehicle's exterior trim parts are
plastic. Clean with a tar and road oil remover if
necessary. Use a vinyl cleaner for routine
cleaning.
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[MC50200( ALL)01/96]
Do not clean plastic parts with thinners, solvents
or petroleum-based cleaners.
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[MC50300( ALL)01/96]
If you have your vehicle rustproofed, remove
oversprayed rustproofing with a tar and road oil
remover. If rustproofing is not removed from
plastic and rubber parts, it can cause
deterioration.
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[MC50400( ALL)02/96]
Cleaning the Safety Belts
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[MC50500( ALL)02/96]
Clean the safety belts with any mild soap
solution that is recommended for cleaning
upholstery or carpets. Do not bleach or dye the
belt webbing because this may weaken it.
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[MC50600( ALL)01/96]
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
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[MC50700( ALL)01/96]
Do not use dry paper towel, chemical solvents
or abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps, as these
may cause scratches or crack the lamps.
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[MC50900( ALL)02/96]
Cleaning the Interior Lamps
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[MC51000( ALL)02/96]
Your interior dome lamps and map lamps are
plastic and should be cleaned with a mild
detergent diluted in water. Rinse them with clear
water.
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Index 291
Cleaning your vehicle (continued)
mirrors................ 89
plastic parts............. 244
polishing............... 243
rustproofing............. 243
safety belts.............. 244
tail lamps.............. 244
upholstery and interior trim...... 245
washing............... 243
waxing............... 243
wheels................ 246
Climate control system.......... 59
air conditioning.......... 59,62
heating.............. 59,62
Clock.................. 71
Cold engine starting........... 140
Combination lap and shoulder belts . . . 105
Compact disc player (see Electronic
sound system)............. 26
Compact disc radio (see Electronic sound
system)................ 26
Console, description............ 91
Controls
mirrors................ 86
power seat.............. 102
Coolant (see Engine coolant)....... 207
checking and adding......... 207
drain and flush............ 211
preparing for storage......... 251
proper solution............ 209
refill capacities............ 248
specifications............. 249
temperature gauge........... 21
warnings............... 207
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300 Index
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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Index 303
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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