1997 FORD WINDSTAR radio controls

Electronic Sound Systems
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Electronic Stereo and Stereo Cassette
Radios
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Using the Controls on Your New Radio
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How to turn the radio on and adjust the volume
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Press the ªPOWERº button to turn the radio on. Press it again
to turn it off.
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Press the right (+) side of the ªVOLUMEº button to increase the
volume. Press the left (s) side of the button to decrease the
volume. Illuminated bars in the display show the relative
volume level.
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NOTE: If the volume level is set above a certain listening
level when the ignition switch is turned off, when the
ignition switch is turned back on, the volume will
come back to a ªnominalº listening level. However, if
the radio power is turned off, the volume will remain
in the position it was set at when radio power was
switched off.
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Selecting the AM or FM frequency band
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Push the ªAM/FMº button to select the desired frequency band.
Pushing the button more than once will alternate between AM,
FM1 and FM2. These functions are used with the station
memory buttons described underHow to tune radio stations.
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How to tune radio stations (Stereo Radio)
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There are three ways for you to tune in to a particular station.
You can manually locate the station by using the ªTUNEº
button, ªSEEKº the station or select the station by using the
memory preset buttons, which you can set to any desired
frequency.
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Controls and Features
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The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle is divided
into several different sections. Illustrations are provided for the
major parts of the instrument panel that are explained in this
chapter. Some items shown may not be on all vehicles.
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The controls for the climate control systems, headlamps, dim
switch, rear window defogger, fog lamps, power rear quarter
windows, Traction Control, clock/radio and the rear window
washer and wiper are all on the instrument panel.
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Your vehicle is designed with innovative and state-of-the-art
features. Understanding how these features work can make
driving your vehicle more comfortable.
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NOTE: Any cleaner or polish that increases the gloss (shine)
of the upper part of te instrument panel should be
avoided. The dull finish in this area us to help protect
the driver from undesirable windshield reflection.
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Climate Control Systems
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Your vehicle is equipped with a control assembly designed to
handle either a combination A/C-Heater System or a
Heater-Only System. Main Heater-Only Systems are standard
equipment. Main and Rear Heater-Only Systems, Main
A/C-Heater Systems, and Main and Rear A/C-Heater Systems
are optional.
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If your vehicle has a rear system, the front control will be
equipped with a rear fan control knob plus another fan speed
control knob which is installed in the rear.
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Clock Controls on Electronic Radios
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The electronic radios have a built-in clock. For complete
operating instructions, refer to theElectronic Sound Systems
chapter of this Owner Guide.
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Radio Antenna
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The fixed radio antenna is mounted on the front fender on the
passenger's side of the vehicle.
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Cupholders
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The front seat cupholders are located with the ashtray. To access
the cupholders, pull open the ashtray drawer which is located
to the right of the steering column, above the compact disc and
cassette storage console.
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As you close the ashtray drawer, the cupholders will
automatically fold back into place.
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The front seat cupholders
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Your vehicle also has rear seat cupholders built into the side
panels.
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NOTE: Do not place heavy objects in the cupholders.
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The controls on the steering column and wheel are designed to
give you easy access to the controls while you are driving.
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Ignition
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Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
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The ignition positions
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ACCESSORY allows you to operate some of your vehicle's
electrical accessories while the engine is not running. For
example, you can use ACCESSORY to turn on the radio or
windshield wipers without starting the engine.
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LOCK locks the steering wheel and the gearshift lever.
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OFF allows you to shut off the engine and all accessories
without locking the steering wheel, or the gearshift lever.
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ON allows you to test your vehicle's warning lights to make
sure they work before you start the engine. The key returns to
the ON position once the engine is started and remains in this
position while the engine runs.
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Heated Side View Mirrors (If equipped)
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The heated side view mirrors are automatically activated
whenever you activate the rear defogger. The defogger in your
vehicle automatically shuts off after 10 minutes. If additional
defogging is necessary, reactivate the rear defogger.
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Compact Disc and Cassette Storage Console
(If equipped)
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A storage compartment is included below the radio for storage
of your discs or cassettes. There is also a compact disc and
cassette storage insert in the storage compartment located under
the front passenger seat (if equipped).
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Compact disc/cassette storage
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Console (If equipped)
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Your vehicle may have a full console. Console features are
detailed in the following illustration. To open the console lid,
lift up on the latch toward the rear of the console. If your
vehicle has the CD changer (a dealer installed option), this
console could also house the changer and conceal it from sight.
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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 button. This will honk the horn and flash the tail lamps
for approximately two minutes and forty-five seconds. You can
turn it OFF by pressing the PANIC button again on the same
transmitter or by turning the ignition key to the RUN position.
If the alarm does not turn off, move the transmitter closer to the
vehicle and press the button again.
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When you use the remote entry UNLOCK, or PANIC buttons,
the illuminated entry system turns on the interior lights for 25
seconds. You can turn these lights off with the LOCK button or
by turning the ignition to the RUN position.
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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 towers, etc.). Typical
operating range will allow you to be up to 33 feet (10
meters) away from your vehicle.
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Index
Cleaning your vehicle................. 329
CD player and discs.................. 51
chrome and aluminum parts............. 330
exterior....................... 329
exterior lamps................... 331
fabric....................... 332
headlamps..................... 331
instrument panel.................81,330
instrument panel lens................ 331
interior....................... 332
interior lamps.................... 331
plastic parts.................... 330
polishing...................... 329
rustproofing.................... 330
safety belts..................... 330
tail lamps..................... 331
upholstery and interior trim............. 332
washing...................... 329
waxing....................... 329
wheels....................... 332
Climate control system
air conditioning.................... 81
heating........................ 81
Clock...................... 47,62,77
Cold engine starting.................. 218
Combination lap and shoulder belts........... 170
Compact disc player (see Electronic sound system) . . . 42, 47
Compact disc radio (see Electronic sound system)..... 42
Console, description.................. 131
Controls, mirrors................... 129
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
checking and adding................ 292
drain and flush................... 296
preparing for storage................ 338
proper solution................... 294
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