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Horn.
E
Wiper lever. See Wipers and washers (page 41).
F
Card holder.
G
Air vents. See Air vents(page 80).
H
Hazard warning flasher switch. See Hazard warning flashers(page 48).
I
Airbag deactivation indicator. See Disabling the passenger airbag (page
25). Parking aid switch. See Using the parking aid(page 115).
J
Start button. See Keyless starting (page 101).
J
Heated windscreen switch. See Heated windows and mirrors (page
86).
K
Heated rear window switch. See Heated windows and mirrors (page
86).
L
Climate controls. See Climate control(page 80).
M
Audio or navigation unit. See separate handbook.
N
Heated front seat switch. See Heated seats(page 94).
O
Ignition switch.
P
Steering wheel adjustment. See Adjusting the steering wheel (page 39).
Q
Cruise control switches. See Using cruise control(page 120).
R
Audio controls. See Audio control(page 39).
S
Instrument lighting dimmer. See Instrument lighting dimmer(page 96).
T
10Quick start
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Programming the parking heater
Note:The programmed time is the time
at which you wish the vehicle to be warm and ready to drive, not the time at whichthe heater switches on.
Note:You must programme the times
at least 70 minutes in advance of the time you wish to set.
Note:You must set the time and date
correctly.
To programme the heating times: 1. Use the rotary control to enter the
main menu.
2. Highlight Park Heater and press the
SET/RESET button. •
The functions
Program 1and
Program 2 allow you to programme
up to two heating cycles for each day
of the week. These times will remain
stored and the heater will warm up the
vehicle at these times on these days
every week.
• The function
One-Timeallows you
to programme one heating cycle for
one specific day.
• The function
Active now
automatically switches on the heater.
Programming the functions
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MANUAL TRANSMISSION
CAUTION
Do not engage reverse gear when
the vehicle is moving. This can cause
damage to the transmission.
On some vehicles it is necessary to raise
the collar whilst selecting reverse gear.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Selector lever positions
ParkP
Reverse
R Neutral
N
Drive
D
Sport mode and manual shifting
S WARNING
Apply the brakes before moving the
selector lever and keep them
applied until you are ready to move
off. Note:A cold engine has a higher idle
speed. This will increase the tendency for
your vehicle to creepwhen you have
selected a drive gear.
Press the button on the selector lever to
select reverse and park.
The selector lever position will be shown
in the information display.
Park WARNINGS
Select park only when your vehicle
is stationary.
Apply the parking brake and
select park before leaving
your vehicle. Make sure that the
selector lever is latched in position. Note:
An audible warning will sound if you
open the driver's door and you have not selected park.
In this position, power is not transmitted
to the drive wheels and the transmission
is locked. You can start the engine with
the selector lever in this position.
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
Disc brakes
Wet brake discs result in reduced braking
efficiency. Dab the brake pedal when
driving from a car wash to remove the film
of water.
ABS
WARNING
The ABS does not relieve you of
your responsibility to drive with due
care and attention.
The ABS helps you to maintain full steering
and directional stability when you brake
heavily in an emergency, by preventing
the road wheels from locking.
HINTS ON DRIVING WITH
ABS
When the ABS is operating, the brake
pedal will pulse. This is normal. Maintain
pressure on the brake pedal.
The ABS will not eliminate the dangers
inherent when:
•
you drive too close to the vehicle in
front of you.
• the vehicle is aquaplaning.
• you take corners too fast.
• the road surface is poor. PARKING BRAKE
All vehicles WARNING
Vehicles with an automatic
transmission should always be left
with the selector lever in position
P. •
Press the foot brake pedal firmly.
• Pull the parking brake lever up smartly
to its fullest extent.
• Do not press the release button while
pulling the lever up.
• If your vehicle is parked on a hill and
facing uphill, select first gear and turn
the steering wheel away from the
kerb.
• If your vehicle is parked on a hill and
facing downhill, select reverse gear
and turn the steering wheel towards
the kerb.
To release the parking brake, press the
brake pedal firmly, pull the lever up slightly,
depress the release button and push the
lever down.
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FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH
Vehicles with a Duratec engine
The fuel supply may be cut off as a result
of an accident or sudden vibrations (e.g.
collision when parking).
The switch is located in the side panel in
front of the driver's door.
Resetting the switch
WARNING
Do not reset the fuel cut-off switch
if you see or smell leaking fuel.
•
Turn the ignition switch to position
0.
• Check fuel system for leaks.
• If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the
switch by pushing in the button (see
illustration). •
Turn the ignition switch to position
II.
After a few seconds return the key to
position I.
• Make a further check for leaks in the
fuel system.
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