1998 FORD WINDSTAR Owners Manual

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[AS25700(ALL)12/95]
How to locate a desired track on the tape
[AS25800(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: The tape track number indicated in the display does
not necessarily correspond to the tape track or side
number on the cassette label. It is used only to
indicate when the tape mechanism reverses tracks.
[AS25896(ALL)12/93]
Using the Automatic Music Search (ªAMSº) function with
cassette tape player (if your display shows numerals)
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[AS25897(ALL)03/96]
Press and hold the ªAMSº button (ªAMSº will appear in the
display). Then, push the left
hbutton to rewind to the
beginning of the current selection or press the right
gbutton
to fast forward to the beginning of the next selection.
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Fast forwarding the tape
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[AS26000(ALL)04/96]
Push the right
gbutton to fast forward the tape.
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[AS26100(ALL)08/95]
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Rewinding the tape
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[AS26200(ALL)04/96]
Push the left
hbutton to rewind the tape.
[AS26300(ALL)12/93]
Using the Automatic Music Search (ªAMSº) function with
cassette tape player (if your display shows arrows)
[AS26310(ALL)10/95]
Press and hold the ªAMSº button. Then, push the
appropriate fast-wind button, depending upon the direction
of the tape travel arrow in the display. For example, if the
tape travel arrow is pointing to the left, push the right (
g)
button to rewind to the beginning of the current selection. If
the tape travel arrow is pointing to the right, press the right
(
g) button to fast forward to the beginning of the next
selection.
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[AS26500(ALL)12/93]
Fast forwarding the tape (if your display shows arrows)
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[AS26650(ALL)03/96]
To fast forward the tape, press the fast-wind button with the
arrows pointing in the same direction as indicated in the
display. For example, if the tape travel arrow in the display
is pointing to the left, press the left
hbutton to fast
forward the tape. To return to the play mode, press the
opposite fast-wind button momentarily, until fast forward
stops.
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[AS26700(ALL)07/90]
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Rewinding the tape (if your display shows arrows)
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[AS26850(ALL)03/96]
To rewind the tape, press the fast-wind button with the
arrows pointing in the opposite direction as indicated in the
display. For example, if the tape travel arrow in the display
is pointing to the left, press the right
gbutton to rewind
the tape. To return to the play mode, press the opposite
fast-wind button momentarily, until rewind stops.
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[AS26900(ALL)08/95]
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How to change the side of the tape being played
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[AS27000(ALL)02/96]
The alternate track (other side) of the tape can be selected at
any time by pushing both fast-wind buttons
hand
g
at the same time.
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[AS27100(ALL)08/95]
How to eject the tape
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[AS27250(ALL)04/96]
To stop the tape and eject the cassette, press the eject (i)
button. The radio will resume playing.
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[AS27300(ALL)02/96]
Using the DolbyHB noise reduction feature
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[AS27400(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: Noise reduction system manufactured under license
from Dolby Labs Licensing Corporation. ªDolbyº and
double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
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[AS27550(ALL)05/95]
Push station memory button 3 to activate DolbyHB Noise
Reduction.
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Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and Tapes
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[AS27700(ALL)08/95]
In order to keep your cassette tape player performing the way it
was meant to, read and follow these simple precautions:
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Using a Ford or equivalent cassette cleaning cartridge to
clean the tape player head after 10-12 hours of play will help
maintain the best playback sound and proper tape operation.
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[AS27800(ALL)08/95]
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Only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less should be
used. Tapes longer than 90 minutes are thinner and subject
to breakage or may jam the tape player mechanism.
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[AS27900(ALL)08/95]
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Protect cassettes from exposure to direct sunlight, high
humidity and extreme heat or cold. If they are exposed to
extreme conditions, allow them to reach a moderate
temperature before playing.
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If a tape is loose inside the cassette, tighten it before playing
by putting your finger or a pencil into one of the holes and
turning the hub until the tape is tight.
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[AS28101(ALL)08/95]
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Loose labels on cassette tapes can become lodged in the
mechanism. Remove any loose label material before inserting
a cassette.
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[AS28200(ALL)08/95]
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Do not leave a tape in the cassette tape player when not in
use. High heat in the vehicle can cause the cassette to warp.
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[AS28400(ALL)05/96]
Clock Operation
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[AS28500(ALL)05/96]
How to view the clock mode
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[AS28650(ALL)08/95]
Press the ªCLOCKº button to alternate the frequency and time
in the display. In the clock mode, pressing any radio function
will automatically display the radio frequency for approximately
ten seconds before changing back to the clock mode.
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How to set the clock
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[AS28900(ALL)05/96]1.
Turn the radio on.
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[AS29025(ALL)04/96]2.
Press and hold in the ªCLOCKº button. Press the ªSEEKº
button left (
b) to advance the hours and right (
a)to
advance the minutes.
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[AS29200(ALL)05/96]
NOTE: The clock displays 12-hour time with no AM/PM
indications.
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[AS35200(ALL)04/96]
Common Radio Reception Conditions
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[AS35300(ALL)05/96]
Several conditions prevent FM reception from being completely
clear and noise-free, such as the following:
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[AS35400(ALL)05/96]1.
Distance/Strength
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[AS35500(ALL)05/96]
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 kilometers). Beyond this
distance, the radio is operating in a fringe area and the signal
becomes weaker.
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[AS35600(ALL)05/96]2.
Terrain
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[AS35700(ALL)05/96]
The terrain (hilly, mountainous, tall buildings) of the area over
which the signal travels may prevent the FM signal from being
noise-free.
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[AS35900(ALL)05/96]
If there is a building or large structure between the antenna and
station, some of the signal ªbendsº around the building, but
certain spots receive almost no signal. Moving out of the
ªshadowº of the structure will allow the station to return to
normal.
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[AS36000(ALL)05/96]
When the radio waves are reflected off objects or structures, the
reflected signal cancels the normal signal, causing the antenna to
pick up noise and distortion. Cancellation effects are most
prominent in metropolitan areas, but also can become quite
severe in hilly terrain and depressed roadways.
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To minimize these conditions, a stereo/mono blend circuit has
been incorporated into this system. This feature automatically
switches a weak stereo signal to a clearer monaural signal,
which improves the quality of reception.
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[AS36200(ALL)05/96]
Several sources of static are normal conditions on AM
frequencies. These can be caused by power lines, electric fences,
traffic lights and thunderstorms.
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[AS36300(ALL)05/96]
Another reception phenomenon isStrong Signal Capture and
Overload. This can occur when listening to a weak station and
when passing another broadcast tower. The close station may
capture the more distant station, although the displayed
frequency does not change. While passing the tower, the station
may switch back and forth a few times before returning to the
original station.
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[AS36400(ALL)05/96]
When several broadcast towers are present (common in
metropolitan areas), several stations may overload the receiver,
resulting in considerable station changing, mixing and
distortion.
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[AS36500(ALL)05/96]
Automatic gain control circuitry for both AM and FM bands has
been incorporated into this system to reduce strong signal
capture and overload.
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All About Radio Frequencies
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[AS36700(ALL)05/96]
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the
Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC)
establish the frequencies that AM and FM radio stations may
use for their broadcasts. The allowable frequencies are, AM: 530,
540...1600, 1610 kHz in 10 kHz steps; FM: 87.9, 88.1...107.7, 107.9
MHz in 0.2 MHz steps.
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[AS36800(ALL)05/96]
Not all frequencies will be assigned to a given area. This radio
will tune to each of these frequencies using manual tune and no
fine tuning is necessary as radio stations may not use other
frequencies.
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[AS36900(ALL)05/96]
Some FM radio stations advertise a ªrounded-offº frequency
which is not the frequency they actually broadcast on. For
example, a radio station that is assigned a frequency of 98.7
MHz may call itself ªRadio 99º even though 99.0 MHz is not an
allowable FM broadcast frequency.
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[AS37000(ALL)05/96]
Important Warranty and Service Information
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[AS37050(ALL)07/90]
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Warranty
[AS37100(ALL)10/94]
Your sound system is warranted for three years/36,000 miles
(60,000 km). Consult your vehicle warranty booklet for further
information.
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[AS37150(ALL)07/90]
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Service
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[AS37200(ALL)05/96]
At Ford, we stand behind our audio systems with a
comprehensive service and repair program. If anything should
go wrong with your Ford audio system, return to your dealer
for service. There is a nationwide network of qualified Ford
authorized repair centers to assist you.
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Controls and Features
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[CF00200(ALL)01/96]
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.
[CF00300(ALL)01/96]
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.
[CF00310(ALL)04/96]
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 the instrument panel should be
avoided. The dull finish in this area is to help protect
the driver from undesirable windshield reflection.
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[CF00500(ALL)01/96]
Climate Control Systems
[CF00600(ALL)09/96]
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 Systems are standard
equipment. Main A/C-Heater Systems, and Main and Rear
A/C-Heater Systems are optional.
[CF00700(ALL)01/96]
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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[CF00800(ALL)03/96]
Instrument Panel Registers
[CF00900(ALL)01/96]
There are four registers in the instrument panel. Each of these
registers contain a louver assembly which can be manually
adjusted to direct airflow UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT. Each
register in the instrument panel also has a thumbwheel that
allows you to open or close each register. The defroster outlets
are located on the top of the instrument panel while the floor
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illustration of the register, defroster, and floor outlet locations
follows.
[CF01000(ALL)01/96]
17-1/2 pica
art:0050129-B
The climate control air outlet locations
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