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From the classic exterior designwith chrome grille and porthole windows to the personal luxury of the comfortable, stylish interior, Thunderbird is designed to please. This
Quick Reference Guide reviews some of the features you’ll be using most. It also provides directions for installing, removing and maintaining your removable-top (if equipped).
When you have time, take advantage of the information provided in your “Interactive Owner Experience” CD-ROM. Use any audio CD player to listen to the information in an audio
format, or use it with your computer for a more interactive experience. (The CD jacket will tell you if your computer meets the minimum configuration requirements.)
You can use the guide aloneor with this audio component of your “Interactive Owner Experience” CD-ROM. Whether you use them together, or separately, the Quick
Reference Guide and audio tracks are an excellent way to get acquainted with your vehicle.
To use the guide with this audio,refer to the numbered call-outs in the instrument panel section, locate the feature you’d like to learn more about, and then locate the SEEK
control on your audio system. Push the right arrow once to select the next audio track. If you would like to skip ahead, press the right arrow again until the desired selection is
reached. To select a previous track, press the left arrow until the desired selection is reached.
This Quick Reference Guide is not intended to replace the vehicle Owner Guidethat contains more detailed information concerning the features of your vehicle and
important safety warnings to help reduce the risk of injury to you and your occupants. Always carefully read your entire owner guide when first learning about your vehicle and
consult the appropriate section when questions arise.
05Opening the Hood
Pull the hood release handle located at the bottom left of the instrument panel. Go to the
front of your vehicle and release the auxiliary latch (located under the front center of the
hood) by pushing the handle toward the passenger side of the vehicle. Raise the hood until
the lift cylinders hold it open.
03Headlamp Controls
Turn the control clockwise to the first position to turn on the parking lamps, instrument
panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps.Turn to the second position to turn on
the headlamps.Turn the control counterclockwise to initiate the autolampsystem.
Autolamp turns your exterior lamps on and off automatically based on available daylight; it
also keeps the lights on for a short time after the ignition switch is turned off.
07Speed Control
The speed controls are located on the steering wheel. Press ON to enable speed control.
(You must be traveling at or above 30 miles per hour.) Press SET to set a speed, then + or –
to increase or decrease speed. Pressing RES will return to a previously set speed. To
disengage speed control, press CANCEL or depress the brake pedal.
06Windshield Wipers/Washers
To wipe:rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers;
rotate toward you to decrease the speed of the wipers.
To wash:push the end of the stalk briefly for a single swipe without washer fluid. Briefly push
and hold the end of the stalk for three swipes with washer fluid. Push and hold to have the
wipers and washer fluid activate for up to ten seconds.
08Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Press MEDIA to select AM, FM1, FM2, or CD. Radio Presets:in AM, FM1, or FM2 mode,
use the up or down arrow to select preset radio stations within the selected radio band. CD
Selection:in CD mode, press the up or down arrow to select the next or previous selection
on the CD. Volume:press VOL + or – in any mode to adjust the volume. Mute:press this
control to silence the playing media; press again to return to normal volume. For complete
information on your vehicle’s audio system controls, please see your Owner’s Guide.
10Anti-lock Brake System
If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash after start-up, a malfunction has been
detected; have the system serviced immediately. Normal braking will continue to function
unless the brake warning light is also illuminated.
09Emission System/Check Engine
It’s normal for this light to illuminate briefly when you start your engine. If the light stays on or
blinks, there could be a problem. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible.
13Setting the Clock
Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. Use SEL to manually
increase or decrease the hours or minutes. Press MENU again to disengage clock mode.
11Climate Control
Your Thunderbird is equipped with a Dual Electronic Automatic Temperature Control System.
Please see your Owner’s Guide for information on using this system.
14Windshield Defrost/Demist
To clear ice or fog from the windshield, press the defrost control; your climate control system will
begin distributing outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the demister outlets.
15Power Windows
Press and hold the rear portion of the rocker switch to openthe window. Press and hold
the forward portion of the rocker switch to closethe window. For one touch down,press completely down on AUTO and release quickly; press again to stop.
12Heated seats (if equipped)
The heated seat function will activate when the ignition is in the “run” position. Push the right
side of the control for maximum heat; push again to deactivate. Push the left side of the
control for minimum heat; push again to deactivate.
04Traction Control™On/Off
Your vehicle is equipped with a Traction Control™ system that helps you maintain the stability
and steerability of your vehicle by making better use of available traction on slippery road
surfaces, such as snow or ice-covered roads and gravel roads.
The Traction Control™ switch (located on the left-hand side of the instrument panel) has an
indicator lamp that illuminates when the system is off. The Traction Control™ system will
automatically turn on every time the ignition is turned off and on.
During Traction Control™ operation, the traction control active lamp will illuminate. It’s normal
to hear an electric motor type of sound coming from the engine compartment and the engine
will not “rev-up” when you use the accelerator.
If you should become stuck in snow or ice or on a very slippery road surface, try switching the
Traction Control™ system off. This may allow excess wheel spin to “dig” the vehicle out and
enable a successful “rocking” maneuver.
If a system fault is detected, the traction control OFF indicator will illuminate and your
vehicle should be serviced.
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