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The remote control unit uses two AAA batteries.
The need for battery replacement is usually indicated if the remote
control only functions at extremely close distances to the entertainment
center or not at all.
When replacing batteries, use two new batteries (alkaline recommended)
and install with correct orientation (+ and þ polarities). Ensure that you
use only new batteries of the same brand.
If you will not be using the remote control for a considerably long time,
remove the batteries.
AutoVisionTcontrols
The AutoVisiontcontrols allow the rear seat passengers to operate the
radio, tape, CD or CD DJ(if equipped).
Parental control
Your AutoVisiontsystem allows you to have control over the rear seat
controls. The system is automatically activated when the ignition is ON.
This enables rear seat passengers to play a videocassette or listen to any
of the available media sources. Once the headphone mode is activated,
the
symbol will appear in the radio display.
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On-screen indicators
Playback operation
1. Press the POWER control on the VCP.
2. Insert a videocassette into the VCP.
3. The videocassette should automatically begin playback, and the
picture will appear within approximately nine seconds.
4. Press the STOP control to stop playback or press EJECT to remove
the cassette.
Fast-forward or rewind (no picture)
1. Press the FF/REW control on the VCP.
2. Press the STOP control to stop or press EJECT to remove the
cassette.
The tape will fast forward or rewind until it has reached the end or the
beginning.
Fast-forward or rewind (with picture)
1. While in playback mode, momentarily press the FF/REW key. The VCP
will search the playback direction five times faster than normal playback
mode.
2. Press the PLAY key to resume normal playback.
Special effects playback
Still playback/ Frame-to-frame playback (on remote control)
1. Press the STILL/F.ADV key while in playback mode. The playback
picture becomes still.
2. Press the STILL/F.ADV key again. Each time the control is pressed,
the pictures are played back one frame at a time.
The still playback feature can also be used in REW (reverse) mode.
If still playback/or frame-to-frame playback is engaged for five minutes or
longer, the VCP will automatically begin playback to protect the tape.
Automatic tracking is automatically activated the moment the VCP is
turned ON or a cassette is inserted.
If a videocassette is in poor shape (i.e., badly recorded), any tracking
adjustment may result in failure. The VCP will eject the videocassette.
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Encore (on remote control)
²Press the ENCORE control while in playback mode.
The VCP will reverse to the previous five seconds of the selection and
then operate at normal playback mode.
Auxiliary input jacks
The auxiliary input jacks on the
AutoVisiontcontrol panel accepts
video and audio connectors for all
standard video games (Nintendot,
PlayStationt, etc.) Other compatible
devices such as DVD players,
camcorders and portable CD players
can also be connected to the
auxiliary jacks.
The auxiliary jack is color-coded for
identification purposes. They are as
follows:
²YELLOW (1)Ð video input
²WHITE (2)Ð left channel audio
input
²RED (3)Ð right channel audio
input
Press the MEDIA control until AUX is illuminated in the control panel.
This will allow you to view the video and listen to the audio from the
auxiliary input.
To listen to another audio source while viewing video from the auxiliary
input, press the MEDIA control until the desired media source is
illuminated.
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Fan speed control
Controls the volume of air circulated
in the vehicle.
Temperature control knob
Controls the temperature of the
airflow inside the vehicle.
Mode Selector Control
Controls the direction of the airflow
to the inside of the vehicle.
The air conditioning compressor can
operate in all modes except VENT
and FLR. However, the air
conditioning will only function if the
outside temperature is about 6ÉC
(43ÉF) or higher.
Since the air conditioner removes
considerable moisture from the air during operation, it is normal if clear
water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the
system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle.
²MAX A/C ± Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. MAX A/C is
noisier than NORM A/C but more economical and will cool the inside
of the vehicle faster. Airflow will be from the instrument panel
registers. This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors
from entering the vehicle.FAN
LOHI
COOLWARM
MAX
A/C NORM
A/CVENTOFF
FLR
MIX
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²NORM A/C ± Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. It is quieter than
MAX A/C but not as economical. Airflow will be from the instrument
panel registers.
²VENT ± Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers.
However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature
because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.
²OFF ± Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short
periods of time only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from
entering the vehicle.
²FLR ± Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through
the floor ducts. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside
temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this
mode.
²MIX ± Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts
and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are
provided in this mode. For added customer comfort, when the
temperature control knob is anywhere in between the full hot and full
cold positions, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be
slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts. If
the temperature is about 6ÉC (43ÉF) or higher, the air conditioner will
automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.
²
(Defrost) ± Distributes outside air through the windshield
defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield.
If the temperature is about 6ÉC (43ÉF) or higher, the air conditioner
will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.
Operating tips
²In humid weather conditions, place the climate control system in
Defrost mode before driving. This will reduce fogging on your
windshield. Once the windshield has been cleared, operate the climate
control system as desired.
²To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in cold weather
conditions, don't drive with the climate control system in the OFF or
MAX A/C position.
²To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in warm weather
conditions, don't drive with the climate control system in the OFF
position.
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OVERDRIVE CONTROL
Activating overdrive
(Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy.
The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through
all available gears.
Deactivating overdrive
Press the Transmission Control
Switch (TCS) located on the end of
the gearshift lever. The
Transmission Control Indicator Light
(TCIL) (the word OFF) will
illuminate on the end of the gearshift lever. The transmission will operate
in all gears except overdrive.
To return to normal overdrive mode,
press the Transmission Control
Switch again. The TCIL (the word
OFF) will no longer be illuminated.
When you shut off and re-start your vehicle, the transmission will
automatically return to normal
(Overdrive) mode.
For additional information about the gearshift lever and the transmission
control switch operation refer to theAutomatic Transmission
Operationsection of theDrivingchapter.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
The appearance of your vehicle's overhead console will vary according to
your option package.
OVERDRIVE
OVERDRIVEOFF
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How to disengage the automatic locking mode
Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies and attaching
hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any
collision. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also
be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is
noted.
Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract
completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the
vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode.
After any vehicle collision, the front passenger and rear outboard
seat belt systems must be checked by a qualified technician to
verify that the ªautomatic locking retractorº feature for child seats is
still functioning properly. In addition, all seat belts should be checked
for proper function.
BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if
the seat belt assembly ªautomatic locking retractorº feature or
any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked
according to the procedures in Workshop Manual.
Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could
increase the risk of injury in collisions.
Safety belt pretensioner
Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and
front passenger seating positions.
The safety belt pretensioner is a device which removes excess webbing
from the safety belt system. The safety belt pretensioner uses the same
crash sensor system as the front air bag supplemental restraint system
(SRS). When the safety belt pretensioner deploys, webbing from the lap
and shoulder belt is tightened. The driver and front passenger seat belt
system (including retractors, buckles and height adjusters) must be
replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in
deployment of front air bags and safety belt pretensioners. Refer to the
Safety belt maintenancesection in this chapter.
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²Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer toAutomatic
locking mode(passenger side front and outboard rear seating
positions) (if equipped).
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, refer toAttaching safety seats with tether straps.
Carefully follow all of the manufacturer's instructions included
with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install
and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden
stop or collision.
Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt
seating positions
1. Position the child safety seat in a
seat with a combination lap and
shoulder belt.
An air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat. If you must
use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move seat all
the way back.
Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear
seat whenever possible.
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