1997 Mercury Villager ECO mode

Electronic Sound Systems
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How to Use Your Steering Wheel Audio
Controls (If equipped)
[AS32740(ALL)06/95]
If your vehicle is equipped with steering wheel audio controls,
the controls are located on the inner right rim of the steering
wheel. These controls duplicate some of the audio functions.
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How to adjust volume
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Press the up arrow button (
c) to increase the volume.
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Press the down arrow button (
d) to decrease the volume.
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Using the ªNEXTº button
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This control has different functions for each source (mode). In
the radio mode, the radio will cycle through the memory
presets for the given frequency band. In cassette mode, the tape
advances to the next selection. In CD mode, the CD will move
to the next track on the given disc.
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Common Radio Reception Conditions
[AS35300(ALL)03/93]
Several conditions affect FM reception and can result in noise or
interference in the reception. These are:
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Distance/Strength
[AS35500(ALL)05/94]
The strength of the FM signal is directly related to the distance
the signal must travel. The listenable range of an average FM
signal is approximately 25 miles (40 km). Beyond this distance,
the radio is operating in a ªfringeº area and the signal becomes
weaker.
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Controls and Features
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[CF05000(ALL)01/96]2.
Turn the temperature control knob to COOL.
[CF05100(ALL)01/96]3.
Press the A/C button. The indicator light on the A/C button
will illuminate.
[CF05200(ALL)03/96]4.
The air intake selector button may be in the outside air
mode or the recirculated air mode. The outside air mode is
recommended for best A/C performance when the vehicle
interior is very warm. As interior air comfort is reached, you
may decide to switch to the recirculated air mode.
[CF05300(ALL)01/96]5.
Turn the fan speed knob to the position of your choice.
[CF05400(ALL)01/96]6.
If your vehicle is equipped with the rear passenger
compartment air conditioning unit, it will be on when the
front A/C is on and the rear climate control lever is set to
REAR, 1, 2, 3, or 4. Refer to the previous section for an
explanation of the heating system.
[CF05500(ALL)01/96]7.
Adjust your instrument panel registers.
[CF05600(ALL)01/96]8.
If the inside of your vehicle is very warm, you may want to
drive for a few minutes with the windows down and the air
conditioner on. This forces most of the hot, stale air out of
the vehicle and allows the air conditioner to cool down the
interior more quickly.
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The air conditioner may be used to cool the outside air being
drawn into your vehicle, but using recirculated air is more
economical and cools your vehicle more quickly.
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NOTE: The A/C button independently toggles the A/C
system's compressor signal and indicator light ON and
OFF in the Panel, Panel/Floor, Floor, Defrost and Mix
functions. The A/C button will not operate or light
when the system is set in the OFF position. The A/C
button will operate in defrost but will not override
previously discussed automatic operation.
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70(18ÊC) or 85ÊF (29ÊC).Then, the set temperature jumps 5ÊF and
stops at either60ÊF (16ÊC),which is maximum cooling, or90ÊF
(32ÊC),which is maximum heating.
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Changing the Display Mode (English/Metric)
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To switch between the English and Metric display mode, press
the DEFROST and A/C buttons simultaneously while rotating
the fan speed dial upward until it stops moving. After one
second, the display will begin to toggle between English and
Metric.
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Fan Speed and Thumbwheel
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The ATC automatically adjusts the fan speed to the existing
conditions. To control the fan speed yourself, use the
thumbwheel located at the extreme right side of the ATC
control panel. Using the thumbwheel cancels the automatic fan
speed control, and causes a
Hto appear in the display window.
Rotate the thumbwheel up for HI speeds and down for LO
speeds.
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To return to auto fan control, press the AUTOMATIC button.
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Airflow Function Selector Buttons
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Your ATC has five buttons which allow you to make special
selections for airflow. The buttons are grouped in the middle of
the ATC panel and allow you to determine airflow location.
Pressing any of the function selector buttons illuminates the
button pushed and directs airflow to the appropriate location.
The temperature of the airflow will still be automatically
controlled. Return to fully automatic operation by pushing the
AUTOMATIC button.
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THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC
RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING
TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST
ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING
INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED
OPERATION.
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Replacement/Additional Transmitters
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In the event a transmitter is lost or an additional remote
transmitter needs to be set, you must change the ID code.
Follow the steps below to change the ID code of your system,
or return the remaining transmitter(s) to your dealer for
reprogramming of your remote entry system. This is necessary
to prevent unauthorized use of the lost transmitter.
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ID Code Programming Procedure
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NOTE: All transmitters must be programmed (or
reprogrammed) at the same time. If the programming
mode is entered and the transmitters are not
programmed (or reprogrammed) at the same time, they
will not operate with the system.
[CF75600(ALL)01/96]1.
Enter vehicle and close and lock all doors.
[CF75700(ALL)01/96]2.
Insert and remove key from ignition six times within ten (10)
seconds. The instrument panel lights will flash twice.
[CF75800(ALL)01/96]3.
Turn ignition key to the ACC position.
[CF75900(ALL)01/96]4.
Press the LOCK button on the remote transmitter once.
[CF76000(ALL)01/96]5.
To enter additional remote controllers (including the
original), unlock, then lock the driver's door using the power
door lock switch.
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Rear Seat Cupholders (available on some models)
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Your vehicle may also have rear seat cupholders built into the
side panels.
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RWARNING
Objects stored on the ledges below the rear side
windows can become dangerous projectiles during a
sudden stop or collision. Put small objects only in the
storage compartments.
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Third Row Seat Storage Compartment (If equipped)
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Your vehicle may come equipped with a folding
cupholder/storage tray/storage compartment built into the
passenger's side of the third row seat. Find the indented ledge
on the right of the cupholder and pull it up to reveal the
storage compartment.
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Power Point Electrical Outlet (If equipped)
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Your vehicle may be equipped with a 12 volt power point
outlet located just below the rear seat audio controls. The power
point can be used in place of the cigarette lighter for optional
electrical accessories.
[SS00204(ALL)05/96]
NOTE: Do not plug the cigarette lighter into this power point
electrical outlet. Use the cigarette lighter.
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Seating and Safety Restraints
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NOTE: The second row two-passenger bench seat has a
unique safety restraint system. If your vehicle has the
two-passenger bench seat it is very important that the
unique safety belt system is used properly. Please
readAuxiliary safety restraint system for the second
row bench seatin this section, which explains the
unique safety belt system. Be sure that you
understand it before anyone rides in the
two-passenger bench seat.
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Passenger Outboard Lap/Shoulder Belts
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All seats except the driver's seat and the third seat middle
position are equipped with a dual locking mode retractor on the
shoulder belt portion of the lap/shoulder safety belt. (The
driver's seat has only a vehicle sensitive locking mode and the
third seat middle position has a lap belt without a retractor
Ðdescription follows.)
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Dual Locking Mode Retractors Operate in Two Ways:
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Vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode
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In this operating mode, the shoulder belt retractor will allow the
occupant freedom of movement, locking tight only on hard
braking, hard cornering or impacts of approximately 5 mph
(8 km/h) or more.
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Safety Seats for Children
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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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Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top
tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position
which is capable of providing a tether anchorage. For more
information on top tether straps seeAttaching Safety Seats With
Tether Strapsin this chapter.
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When installing a child safety seat, be sure to use the correct
safety belt buckle for that seating position, make sure the
tongue is securely fastened in the buckle and there is tension in
the belt. For a shoulder/lap belt combination with a sliding
tongue, make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking
mode. For more information, seeUsing the Automatic Locking
Mode Retractor to Secure a Child Safety Seatlater in this chapter.
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[SS15321(ALL)05/96]
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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Using the Automatic Locking Mode
Retractor to Secure a Child Safety Seat
[SS19770(ALL)04/96]
Your vehicle is equipped with a dual locking mode retractor on
the shoulder belt portion of the combination lap/shoulder safety
belt for the front passenger seat and rear outer seats. The
automatic locking modemust be usedwhen installing a child
seat or infant carrier in the front passenger seat or rear outer
seats.
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To install a child safety seat or infant carrier, follow these steps:
[SS19830(ALL)01/96]1.
Position the child seat or infant carrier in the vehicle seat. If
you are using the moveable third row seat in the third row
position, the passenger side second row bucket seat, or the
front passenger seat, slide the seat to the rearmost position.
[SS19840(ALL)01/96]2.
Follow the child seat or infant carrier manufacturer's
instructions. Route the safety belt through the child seat or
infant carrier and insert the safety belt tongue into the
buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to
follow the child safety seat manufacturer's instructions for
belt routing.
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