1996 Ford F 150 Owners Manual

quarter page art:0020900-B

*[FV53500( F )05/91]

one third page art:0020254-C

*[FV53900( EF )05/90]

Outside Mirrors (Manual Control)

Adjust outside mirrors with the door closed and the seat adjusted for comfort and proper vehicle control. Move the mirrors for best view by tilting up or down, left or right.

On vehicles equipped with fold-away mirrors, the mirrors should be folded rearward into the body position before entering automatic car wash systems.

Standard fold-away mirror

Low-mount swingaway mirror and swing-out recreational mirror

On vehicles equipped with “non” folding (swing-out recreational) mirrors, automatic car wash systems are not recommended. Use special truck wash facilities for vehicles with this type of mirror.

134

File:ltfvf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:20:08 1996

*[FV54300( F )01/93]

*[FV54400(BEF )05/95]

*[FV54500(BEF )08/91]

*[FV54600(BEF )08/91] *[FV54800(BEF )06/94]

*[FV55000(BEF )06/94]

*[FV55200(BEF )06/94]

*[FV55400(BEF )06/94]

*[FV55700(B F )12/91]

quarter page art:0020886-A

*[FV55900(BEF )12/91]

For vehicles equipped with the swing-out recreational mirrors, the right-hand side mirror is a flat glass mirror. All other right-hand side view mirrors used are convex. Convex mirrors have a curved surface and will show a wider view of the lane next to and behind your vehicle.

RWARNING

The side view mirror on the right makes objects appear smaller and farther away than they actually are.

Dual Electric Remote Control Mirrors (If equipped) To adjust the remote controlled side mirrors:

1. Find the control switch in the driver’s door

panel.

2. Select the right or left mirror by moving the

selector switch to R or L.

3. Move the control knob in the direction you

want to move the mirror.

4. Return the selector switch to the middle

position to keep the mirror in place.

Power mirror control

Do not clean the plastic housing of any electric mirror with gasoline or other petroleum-based cleaning products.

135

File:ltfvf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:20:08 1996

*[FV59400(BEF )01/95] *[FV59500(BEF )12/91]

*[FV60100(B F )12/91]

half page art:0020683-C

Console Your vehicle may have a full console. The full console has the features shown in the illustration below.

The features on the console

136

File:ltfvf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:20:08 1996

*[FV60200(B F )12/91]

three fourths page art:0020909-A

Seat mounted console

137

File:ltfvf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:20:08 1996

*[FV69900(BEF )03/95] *[FV70000(B F )05/94]

*[FV70200(BEF )06/92] *[FV70300(B F )06/92]

quarter page art:0020929-A

Power Point Electrical Outlet The power point outlet is located on the instrument panel to the right of the shift lever. This outlet should be used in place of the cigarette lighter for optional electrical accessories. NOTE: Do not use the cigarette lighter in

place of the power point.

*[FV70500(B F )07/92]

Power point electrical outlet To access the outlet, lift up the hinged cover.

138

f

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS01200(BEF )04/95] *[AS01250(BEF )05/95]

*[AS01300(BEF )04/95]

*[AS01400(BEF )04/95]

*[AS01500(BEF )04/95] *[AS01600(BEF )04/95]

*[AS01625(BEF )04/95] *[AS01650(BEF )05/95]

*[AS01675(BEF )04/95]

*[AS01700(BEF )04/95] *[AS01800(BEF )04/95]

Compact Disc Radio The Compact Disc Radio combines the Electronic Stereo Radio with the Ford Compact Disc Player. Using the Controls on Your New Radio/CD Player Most of the features of this unit work for both radio and CD operation. Also, some of the knobs and buttons control several different functions, so be sure to read all of the operating instructions carefully. How to turn the radio on and off Press the “POWER” button to turn the radio on. Press it again to turn it off. How to adjust the volume Press the (+/-) side of the “VOL” button to increase/decrease the volume. Bars illuminate in the display to show the relative volume level. NOTE: If the volume level is set above a

certain listening level when the ignition switch is turned off, when the ignition switch is turned back on, the volume will come back to a “nominal” listening level. However, if the radio power is turned off (with the “POWER” button), the volume will remain in the position it was set at when radio power is switched back on.

Selecting the AM or FM frequency band Push the “AM/FM” button to select the desired frequency band. When in the radio mode, pushing the button more than once will alternate between AM, FM1 and FM2. These functions are used with the station memory buttons described under How to tune radio stations.

140

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

%*[AS01900(BEF )05/95] *[AS02000(BEF )07/94]

*[AS02100(BEF )04/95]

*[AS02200(BEF )04/95]

*[AS02300(BEF )04/95]

How to tune radio stations

There are four ways for you to tune in a particular station. You can manually locate the station using the “SCAN/TUNE” button, “SEEK” the station, “SCAN” to the station or select the station by using the memory buttons, which you can set to any desired frequency. These four methods are described below. q Using the “SCAN/TUNE” button to manually

tune

You can change the frequency up or down one increment at a time (FM changes in increments of 200kHz; AM changes in increments of 10kHz) by first pressing the “SCAN/TUNE” button twice (display shows “TUNE”), then — within approximately five seconds —pressing and releasing either the top a or bottom b half of the “SEEK” button. To change frequencies quickly, press and hold down either the top or bottom half of the “SEEK” button. While you are manually tuning, the display will show a blinking “M”.

Manual tuning adjusts your radio to any allowable broadcast frequency, whether or not a station is present on that frequency. (See All About Radio Frequencies in this section.)

141

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS02400(BEF )04/95] *[AS02500(BEF )04/95]

*[AS02600(BEF )04/95]

*[AS02700(BEF )04/95]

*[AS02800(BEF )04/95]

*[AS03000(BEF )04/95] *[AS03100(BEF )04/95]

*[AS03200(BEF )04/95]

q Using the “SEEK” function

This feature on your radio allows you to automatically select listenable stations up or down the frequency band. Press the top a half of the “SEEK” button to select the next listenable station up the frequency band. Press the bottom b half of the button to select the next listenable station down the frequency band. By pressing and holding the button, listenable stations can be passed over to reach the desired station.

q Using the “SCAN/TUNE” button to scan

radio stations

Pressing the “SCAN/TUNE” button once enters the scan mode (display will indicate “SCN”). Pushing the top a half of the “SEEK” button will begin the scan mode up the frequency band, stopping on each listenable station for approximately five seconds. Pushing the bottom b half of the “SEEK” button will begin the scan mode down the frequency band, again stopping on each listenable station for approximately five seconds.

To stop the scan mode on the presently sampled station press the “SCAN/TUNE” button again.

Setting the Station Memory Preset buttons

Your radio is equipped with 5 station memory buttons. These buttons can be used to select up to 5 preset AM stations and 10 FM stations (5 in FM1 and 5 in FM2). Follow the easy steps below to set these buttons to the desired frequencies.

1. Select a band, then select a frequency.

142

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS03400(BEF )04/95]

*[AS03500(BEF )04/95]

*[AS03510(BEF )04/95]

*[AS03520(BEF )04/95] *[AS03530(BEF )04/95]

*[AS03800(BEF )05/95]

*[AS03900(BEF )05/95]

2. Press one of the memory buttons and hold

the button until the sound returns. That station is now held in memory on that button.

3. Follow the two steps above for each station

memory preset button you want to set.

NOTE: If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected,

the clock and station memory preset buttons (if programmed in auto mode) will need to be reset.

q Using the Automatic Memory Load feature

You can activate the Auto Memory Load feature by pressing and holding the “AUTO PRESET” button for approximately three seconds. Auto Memory Load sets all memory buttons in AM, FM1 and FM2 sequentially by seeking out the first five strong stations for the respective band and storing them in memory buttons 1-5. (FM2 will store the second set of strong stations from the FM band.) With Auto Memory Store, you can continually set strong stations into your memory buttons without losing your existing memory presets, which is especially handy while traveling. Your radio will automatically set your memory buttons to the strong local stations so you don’t have to continually manually tune to existing stations. Activate Auto Memory Store by pushing the “AUTO PRESET” button once. Your radio will set the first five strong stations of the band you are in (AM, FM1 or FM2) into the memory buttons. The display will show “AUTO”, then run through the frequencies, stopping momentarily on the stations being set into the memory buttons. The radio is

143

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS04000(BEF )05/95]

*[AS04100(BEF )05/95]

*[AS04200(BEF )04/95]

*[AS04400(BEF )04/95]

*[AS04500(BEF )04/95] *[AS04600(BEF )04/95]

*[AS04700(BEF )04/95] *[AS04800(BEF )04/95]

now in the “AUTO” mode and this display will show “AUTO” each time a preset is activated.

NOTE: If there are fewer than five strong stations in the frequency band, the remaining unfilled buttons will store the last strong station detected on the band.

After all stations have been filled, the radio will begin playing the station stored on memory button 1.

To deactivate the Auto Memory Store mode and return to the manually-set memory button stations (or those stations set using Auto Memory Load), simply push the “AUTO PRESET” button. Display will show “AUTO” then “OFF”. The next time Auto Memory Store is activated on that band, the radio will store the next set of five strong stations.

Using the “AUDIO” button to adjust the tone balance and speaker output

Increasing or decreasing bass response

Push the “AUDIO” button repeatedly until the display reads “BASS.” Push the “+” side of the “VOL” button to increase bass (more “lows”), and push the “-” side to decrease bass (less “lows”).

Increasing or decreasing treble response

Push the “AUDIO” button repeatedly until the display reads “TREB.” Push the “+” side of the “VOL” button to increase treble (more “highs”), and push the “-” side to decrease treble (less “highs”).

144

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS05050(BEF )04/95] *[AS05100(BEF )04/95]

*[AS05150(BEF )04/95] *[AS05200(BEF )04/95]

*[AS05250(BEF )04/95]

*[AS05300(BEF )04/95] *[AS05350(BEF )04/95]

q Adjusting speaker balance

Balance control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the right and left speakers. Push the “AUDIO” button repeatedly until the display reads “BAL.” Push the “+” side of the “VOL” button to shift the sound to the right speakers, and push the “-” side to shift the sound to the left speakers.

q Adjusting speaker fader

Fade control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the front and rear speakers. Push the “AUDIO” button repeatedly until the display reads “FADE.” Push the “+” side of the “VOL” button to shift the sound to the front speakers, and push the “-” side to shift the sound to the rear speakers.

NOTE: Illuminated bars in the display show relative levels of bass and treble and positions of speaker balance and fader functions after adjustments are made, then revert to volume level set.

Clock operation

When in the radio mode, push the “CLOCK” button to switch from radio frequency to clock. Only the clock numerals will be displayed in the clock mode — there is no A.M./P.M. indication. When in the clock mode, the time will be displayed until the button is pushed again. However, if you retune the radio while it is in the clock mode, the new radio frequency will be displayed for approximately ten seconds and then change back to clock.

145

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS05400(BEF )04/95]

*[AS05425(BEF )07/93]

*[AS05450(BEF )04/95]

*[AS06050(BEF )04/95]

*[AS06150(BEF )04/95]

*[AS06200(BEF )04/95]

*[AS06250(BEF )04/95]

When in the CD mode, push the “CLOCK” button to change the display from elapsed time mode to track number mode to clock mode. If the CD track selection is changed when you are in the clock or elapsed time mode, the new track number will be displayed for approximately ten seconds and then revert back to the previous mode.

The clock can also be viewed with the ignition off. Push the “CLOCK” button and the time will be displayed momentarily.

To set the clock, simultaneously press the “CLOCK” button and either the bottom (b) half of the “SEEK” button to set hours, or the top (a) half of the “SEEK” button to set minutes. Using the Controls on Your New Compact Disc Player

Your new Ford Compact Disc Player is capable of playing 12 cm or 8 cm discs, without an adapter! The Player operates when the power is on and a disc is inserted (label side up). Handle the disc by its edge only. (Be sure to read and follow all of the care and cleaning instructions under How To Take Care of and Clean Your CD Player and Discs.

NOTE: If after you insert a disc, the disc is

ejected and “ERROR” begins scrolling in the display, remove the disc and reinsert it right side up (label side up).

The digital display on your CD player will either show the track (selection) number or the elapsed time. (The display mode can be selected by pressing the “CLOCK” button.) Indicators for play (a), stop (X) and compression on (“C”) are also in the display. (These features are described later.)

146

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS06300(BEF )04/95]

*[AS06350(BEF )04/95]

*[AS06400(BEF )04/95] *[AS06450(BEF )04/95]

*[AS06500(BEF )04/95]

*[AS06550(BEF )04/95]

*[AS06600(BEF )04/95]

*[AS06650(BEF )04/95] *[AS06700(BEF )04/95]

Once a disc is inserted, operation of the CD player will override that of the radio.

NOTE: The volume, bass, treble, balance and

fader controls on the radio are also used with the CD player. Refer to earlier operating instructions on these controls.

How to insert a disc and begin play

Insert one disc, label side up into the disc opening. When inserted, the disc automatically loads into the unit and play starts at the beginning of the first track (selection).

When the disc reaches the end, the disc player automatically returns to the beginning of the disc and resumes playing.

NOTE: Once a disc is inserted, the disc

opening is secured to prevent the accidental insertion of a second disc.

NOTE: The CD player has heat protection

circuitry to protect the laser diode. If the temperature of the player reaches 167˚F (75˚C), the heat detection circuit will shut off the player and “TOO HOT” will scroll in the display for approximately five seconds (radio will resume playing). When the temperature returns to normal operating range, the CD player will again be operational.

How to stop and restart the CD player

When a disc is loaded, the unit automatically enters the play mode and the play indicator a illuminates. To stop temporarily, press the “PLAY/STOP” button or the “AM/FM” button. The stop indicator X in the display illuminates and operation returns to the radio mode. To

147

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS06750(BEF )04/95]

*[AS06760(BEF )04/95] *[AS06765(BEF )04/95] *[AS06770(BEF )05/95]

*[AS06775(BEF )05/95]

*[AS06800(BEF )05/95] *[AS06850(BEF )05/95]

*[AS06900(BEF )04/95]

resume CD play, press the “PLAY/STOP” button once again. NOTE: If the ignition key is turned OFF

during play and then is set to the ON or ACCESSORY position, the CD player will resume playing in the mode it was in when ignition was turned off.

Using the “SEEK” feature The “SEEK” feature allows you to quickly find a particular selection on the disc. Press the bottom (b) half of the “SEEK” button once to repeat the current playing selection. Press the top (a) half of the “SEEK” button to advance to the next selection. Pressing and holding the bottom (b) or top (a) half of the “SEEK” button will scroll backward and forward respectively through the tracks. How to fast forward or reverse your CD player To quickly search for a particular point in a selection, press the “FF” button (to fast forward) or the “REV” button (to reverse). While either button is pressed, the disc goes forward or backward at two different speeds depending on how long the button is held down. (Pressing either button for more than approximately three seconds will speed up the process.) Release the button at the desired point (found by watching the elapsed playing time in the display or by listening to the sound during fast forward or reverse). When you have reached the beginning of track 1, the CD player will begin playing. When you have reached the end of the disc by keeping the fast forward button pressed, the display will show “END” and the player will go into pause mode. Push the “PLAY/STOP”

148

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS07000(BEF )04/95] *[AS07050(BEF )04/95]

*[AS07100(BEF )04/95] *[AS07150(BEF )04/95] *[AS07200(BEF )04/95]

*[AS07250(BEF )04/95]

*[AS07300(BEF )04/95] *[AS07350(BEF )04/95]

button to begin playing the first track of the disc, press the “REV” button to back up from the end of the disc, or use the “SEEK” function to locate a desired track.

Using the “SCAN” function

Press the “SCAN/TUNE” button to enter the scan mode. Once in the scan mode, press the top (a) or bottom (b) half of the “SEEK” button to scan forward or reverse, respectively. The CD player will begin scanning the disc, stopping on each listenable track for approximately eight seconds. This continues until you press the “SCAN/TUNE” button a second time. While in the scan mode, the display shows the current sampled track number.

Special features of your CD player q Compression

The compression feature will bring soft and loud passages closer together for a more consistent listening level.

To turn the compression on, press the “COMP” button. When on, the compression indicator (“C”) will appear in the display. Press the button again to turn off.

q Automatic Disc Storage

If the disc is ejected from the CD player but is not removed from the disc opening within approximately 10 seconds, the player will automatically reload the disc for storage, unless the disc is automatically ejected due to a “focus error” (disc inserted upside down). In this case, the disc will not be automatically reloaded.

149

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS07400(BEF )04/95] *[AS07500(BEF )04/95]

*[AS07600(BEF )04/95]

%*[AS08100(BEF )04/95]

*[AS08200(BEF )04/95]

*[AS08300(BEF )04/95]

*[AS08400(BEF )04/95]

*[AS08500(BEF )04/95]

*[AS08600(BEF )04/95]

*[AS08700(BEF )04/95] *[AS08800(BEF )04/95]

How to eject the disc

Push the “EJECT” button to stop play, eject the disc and resume radio operation of your audio system.

NOTE: You can eject the disc while the radio

power and/or ignition is on or off.

How To Take Care of and Clean Your CD Player and Discs To ensure the continued performance of your Ford Compact Disc Player, carefully read the following precautions: q Always handle the disc by its edge. Never

touch the playing surface.

q Before playing, inspect the disc for any

contamination. If needed, clean the disc with an approved disc cleaner, such as the Discwasher쑓 Compact Disc Cleaner or the Allsop 3쑓 Compact Disc Cleaner, by wiping from the center out to the edges. Do not use a circular motion to clean.

q Do not clean discs with solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray intended for analog records.

q Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or

heat sources such as defroster and floor heating ducts. Do not leave any discs in a parked car in direct sunlight where there may be a considerable rise in temperature or damage may result.

q After playing, store the disc in its case.

If a disc has already been inserted, do not try to insert another disc. Doing so may damage the disc player.

150

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS08900(BEF )04/95]

*[AS09000(BEF )04/95]

*[AS09100(BEF )04/95]

*[AS09200(BEF )04/95]

*[AS09300(BEF )04/95] *[AS09400(BEF )04/95]

*[AS09500(BEF )04/95] *[AS09600(BEF )04/95]

*[AS09700(BEF )04/95]

q Do not insert anything other than a disc into

the disc player.

CAUTION: The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard as the laser beam used in this compact disc player is harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the case. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Common Operating Conditions of Your CD Player

The following information is designed to help you recognize typical situations that could be mistakenly interpreted as mechanical malfunctions of the disc player. q A disc is already loaded. q The disc is inserted with the label surface

downward.

q The disc is dusty or defective. q The player’s internal temperature is above 140˚F (60˚C). Allow the player to cool off before operating.

q Different manufacturers of compact discs may

produce discs with different dimensions or tolerances, some of which may not be within industry standards or in accordance with the CD format. Because of this, a new disc that is free of dust and scratches could be defective and may not play on your Ford Compact Disc Player.

151

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS09800(BEF )04/95]

*[AS09850(BEF )04/95] *[AS09900(BEF )04/95] *[AS10000(BEF )05/95]

*[AS10100(BEF )04/95] *[AS10200(BEF )04/95]

If play does not begin after the CD button is pushed: q The radio is not on. q The unit is in the stop mode. q Moisture may have condensed on the lenses within the unit. If this occurs, remove the CD magazine and wait approximately an hour until the moisture evaporates.

If the sound skips: q Badly scratched discs or extremely rough

roads will cause the sound to skip. Skipping will not damage the disc player or scratch the discs.

152

f

F

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS22305(BEF )05/95] *[AS22310(BEF )05/95]

%*[AS22320(BEF )05/95]

*[AS22350(BEF )02/95]

*[AS22450(BEF )05/95] *[AS22460(BEF )05/95]

*[AS22470(BEF )04/95]

How to tune radio stations (Stereo Radio)

There are three ways for you to tune in to a particular station. You can manually locate the station by using the “TUNE” button, “SEEK” the station or select the station by using the memory buttons, which you can set to any desired frequency.

How to tune radio stations (Stereo Cassette Radio)

There are four ways for you to tune in to a particular station. You can manually locate the station by using Automatic Music Search (“AMS”), “SEEK” the station, “SCAN” to the station or select the station by using the memory buttons, which you can set to any desired frequency. q Using the “TUNE” function

You can change the frequency up or down one increment at a time by pressing and releasing either the right (+) or left (-) side of the “TUNE” button. To change frequencies quickly, press and hold down either the right or left side of the “TUNE” button.

Manual tuning adjusts your radio to any allowable broadcast frequency, whether or not a station is present on that frequency. (See All About Radio Frequencies in this section.)

155

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS22550(BEF )05/95]

*[AS22650(BEF )02/95]

*[AS22800(BEF )04/95] *[AS22900(BEF )04/95]

*[AS23125(BEF )02/95]

*[AS23150(BEF )07/94]

q Using the “AMS” function to manually tune

your radio (Stereo Cassette Radio)

You can change the frequency up or down one increment at a time by first pressing the “AMS” button (display shows “TUNE”) then within approximately five seconds pressing and releasing either the right (a) or left (b) side of the “SEEK” button. To change frequencies quickly, press and hold down either the right or left side of the “SEEK” button.

q Using the “SEEK” function

This feature on your radio allows you to automatically select listenable stations up or down the frequency band. Press the right (a) side of the “SEEK” button to select the next listenable station up the frequency band. Press the left (b) side of the button to select the next listenable station down the frequency band. By holding the button down, listenable stations can be passed over to reach the desired station.

q Using the “SCAN” function (Stereo Cassette

Radio)

Press the “SCAN” button to enter the scan mode. The radio will begin scanning up the frequency band, stopping on each listenable station for approximately a five-second sampling. This continues until you press the “SCAN” button a second time. The display flashes “AM” or “FM.”

156

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS23200(BEF )04/95] *[AS23250(BEF )05/95]

*[AS23400(BEF )02/95]

*[AS23500(BEF )04/95] *[AS23700(BEF )04/95]

*[AS23800(BEF )04/95]

*[AS23900(BEF )04/95]

*[AS24000(BEF )02/95]

*[AS24150(BEF )05/95]

*[AS24300(BEF )04/95] *[AS24350(BEF )05/95]

Setting the Station Memory Preset buttons

Your radio is equipped with 5 station memory buttons. These buttons can be used to select up to 5 preset AM stations and 10
preset FM stations (5 in FM1 and 5 in FM2).

Follow the easy steps below to set these buttons to the desired frequencies:

1. Select a band, then select a frequency.

2. Press one of the memory buttons and hold

the button until the sound returns. That station is now held in memory on that button.

3. Follow the two steps above for each station

memory preset button you want to set.

NOTE: If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected,

the clock and station memory preset buttons (if programmed in auto mode) will need to be reset.

Adjusting the tone balance and speaker output of your radio

Push the “AUDIO” button repeatedly until the display reads “BASS.” Push the right (+) side of the “VOLUME” button to increase bass (more “lows”), and push the left (-) side to decrease bass (less “lows”).

Increasing or decreasing treble response

Push the “AUDIO” button repeatedly until the display reads “TREB.” Push the right (+) side of the “VOLUME” button to increase the treble (more “highs”), and push the left (-) side to decrease treble (less “highs”).

157

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS24500(BEF )08/89] *[AS24600(BEF )04/95] *[AS24650(BEF )05/95]

*[AS24800(BEF )04/95] *[AS24850(BEF )05/95]

*[AS24950(BEF )05/94]

Speaker features and operation q Adjusting speaker balance

Balance control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the right and left speakers. Push the “AUDIO” button repeatedly until the display reads “BAL.” Push the right (+) side of the “VOLUME” button to shift the sound to the right speakers, and push the left (-) side to shift the sound to the left speakers.

q Adjusting speaker fader

Fade control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the front and rear speakers. Push the “AUDIO” button repeatedly until the display reads “FADE.” Push the right (+) side of the “VOLUME” button to shift the sound to the front speakers, and push the left (-) side to shift the sound to the rear speakers.

NOTE: Illuminated bars show relative levels of

bass and treble and positions of speaker balance and fader functions after adjustments are made, then revert to volume level set.

158

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS25000(BEF )02/95]

*[AS25500(BEF )02/95] *[AS25600(BEF )02/95]

*[AS25650(BEF )04/95]

*[AS25700(BEF )02/95] *[AS26265(BEF )02/95] *[AS26270(BEF )03/95]

*[AS26900(BEF )02/95]

*[AS27000(BEF )03/95]

Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape Player

How to insert a tape

Insert a cassette (with the open edge to the right) firmly into the tape door opening, making sure the cassette is completely in and “seated.”

NOTE: A cassette tape can be loaded with the

ignition on whether or not the radio power is on.

How to locate a desired track on the tape q Using the Automatic Music Search (“AMS”) Press and hold the “AMS” button (“AMS” will appear in the display). Then, push the left (h) button to rewind to the beginning of the current selection or press the right (g) button to fast forward to the beginning of the next selection.

q How to change the side of the tape being

played

The alternate track (other side) of the tape can be selected at any time by pushing both fast-wind buttons (h and g) at the same time.

159

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS27100(BEF )02/95] *[AS27250(BEF )02/95]

*[AS27300(BEF )02/95] *[AS27500(BEF )05/95]

*[AS27550(BEF )02/95]

*[AS27560(BEF )07/90] *[AS27565(BEF )07/93]

*[AS27570(BEF )07/90] *[AS27575(BEF )04/92] *[AS27585(BEF )03/95]

*[AS27595(BEF )07/90]

How to eject the tape

To stop the tape and eject the cassette, press the “EJECT” button. The radio will resume playing. Using the Dolby쑓 B noise reduction feature Push the k button to activate. Push again to deactivate.

NOTE: Noise reduction system manufactured

under license from Dolby Labs Licensing Corporation. “Dolby” and double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

How to view the clock mode

Press the “CLOCK” 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 approximatedly ten seconds before changing back to the clock mode.

How to set the clock

1. Turn the radio on.

2. Press and hold in the “CLOCK” button,

press the “SEEK” button left (b) to advance the hours and right (a) to advance the minutes.

NOTE: The clock displays 12-hour time with

no AM/PM indications.

160

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS27600(BEF )02/95]

*[AS27700(BEF )02/95]

*[AS27750(BEF )02/95]

*[AS27800(BEF )02/95]

*[AS27900(BEF )02/95]

*[AS28001(BEF )02/95]

*[AS28101(BEF )02/95]

*[AS28200(BEF )03/95]

Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and Tapes

In order to keep your cassette tape player performing the way it was meant to, read and follow these simple precautions: q Using a Ford 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.

q 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. q 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.

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.

q Loose labels on cassette tapes can become

lodged in the mechanism. Remove any loose label material before inserting a cassette. q 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.

161

F

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS32500( EF )02/95] *[AS32600( EF )02/95]

*[AS32700( EF )07/90]

*[AS32900( EF )07/93]

%*[AS33000( EF )05/95] *[AS33100( EF )08/89]

*[AS33200( EF )05/95] *[AS33300( EF )07/94]

*[AS33400( EF )08/04]

Using the Controls on Your New Radio

How to turn the radio on and adjust the volume

Press the “ON/OFF-VOLUME” control to turn the radio on. Press again to turn it off. Rotate the control clockwise to increase the volume.

NOTE: If your radio has a clock feature, turn

the radio on by rotating the control clockwise. Pushing the control in will change the display from the radio frequency to the clock (time) or from the clock to the radio frequency.

How to tune radio stations

There are two ways for you to tune to a particular station. You can manually locate a station using the “TUNE” button or select a station using the memory buttons, which you can set to any desired frequency. q Using the “TUNE” function

You can change the frequency up or down one increment at a time by pressing and releasing either the right (a) or left (b) side of the “TUNE” button. To change frequencies quickly press and hold down either the right or left side of the “TUNE” button.

The “TUNE” control adjusts your radio to any allowable broadcast frequency regardless of whether or not a station is present on that frequency. (See All About Radio Frequencies in this section.)

163

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS33500( EF )04/95] *[AS33600( EF )08/89]

*[AS33800( EF )05/94] *[AS33900( EF )07/94]

*[AS34000( EF )08/89]

*[AS34100( EF )04/95]

*[AS34200( EF )02/95]

*[AS34300( EF )08/89]

*[AS34400( EF )03/95] *[AS34500( EF )07/90] *[AS34600( EF )07/93]

Setting the Station Memory Preset buttons

Your radio is equipped with 6 station memory buttons. These buttons can be used to select up to 6 preset AM stations. Follow the easy steps below to set these buttons to the desired frequencies:

1. Tune to the desired frequency.

2. Press one of the memory buttons and hold the button in until the sound returns. That station is now held in memory on that button.

3. Follow the two steps above for each station

memory preset you want to set.

NOTE: If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected,

the clock and station memory preset buttons (if programmed in auto mode) will need to be reset.

Adjusting the tone balance and speaker output of your radio

The “TONE” button on the right side of your radio controls the bass and treble balance. Rotate the control clockwise to increase the treble response (more highs) and counterclockwise to increase the bass response (more lows). Clock Operation

How to view the clock mode

Press the “CLOCK” 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.

164

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS34700( EF )07/90] *[AS34710( EF )04/92] *[AS34720( EF )07/90]

*[AS34730( EF )07/90]

*[AS34740( EF )07/90]

%*[AS35200(BEF )02/95] *[AS35300(BEF )02/95]

*[AS35400(BEF )04/95] *[AS35500(BEF )02/95]

*[AS35575( EF )07/90]

*[AS35600(BEF )04/95] *[AS35700(BEF )02/95]

How to set the clock 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press and hold in the

“ON/OFF-VOLUME-CLOCK” control.

3. While holding the

“ON/OFF-VOLUME-CLOCK” button in, press the “TUNE” button left (Ҁ) to advance the hours and right (+) to advance the minutes.

NOTE: The clock displays 12-hour time with

no AM/PM indications.

Common Radio Reception Conditions Several conditions prevent FM reception from being completely clear and noise-free, such as the following: 1. Distance/Strength 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. NOTE: Always make sure your antenna

(Whether you have a power antenna or a manually adjustable antenna) is fully extended to its maximum length for proper reception. If your antenna is not fully extended, you may experience signal loss while traveling in fringe reception areas.

2. Terrain The terrain (hilly, mountainous, tall buildings) of the area over which the signal travels may prevent the FM signal from being noise-free.

165

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS35900(BEF )01/95]

*[AS36000(BEF )01/95]

*[AS36100(BEF )01/95]

*[AS36200(BEF )01/95]

*[AS36300(BEF )01/95]

*[AS36400(BEF )01/95]

If there is a building or large structure between the antenna and station, some of the signal “bends” around the building, but certain spots receive almost no signal. Moving out of the “shadow” of the structure will allow the station to return to normal.

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.

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.

Several sources of static are normal conditions on AM frequencies. These can be caused by power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms.

Another reception phenomenon is Strong 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.

When several broadcast towers are present (common in metropolitan areas) several stations may overload the receiver, resulting in considerable station changing, mixing and distortion.

166

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS36500(BEF )01/95]

%*[AS36600(BEF )08/89] *[AS36700(BEF )05/95]

*[AS36800(BEF )01/95]

*[AS36900(BEF )02/95]

Automatic gain control circuitry for both AM and FM bands has been incorporated into this system to reduce strong signal capture and overload. All About Radio Frequencies The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) establish the frequencies 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. 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. Some FM radio stations advertise a “rounded-off” 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 “Radio 99” even though 99.0 MHz is not an allowable FM broadcast frequency.

167

File:ltasf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:15:21 1996

*[AS37000(BEF )01/95]

*[AS37050(BEF )07/90] *[AS37100(BEF )03/95]

*[AS37300(BEF )10/92] *[AS37400(BEF )01/95]

Important Warranty and Service Information Warranty Your sound system is warranted for three years or 36,000 miles (60,000 kilometers), whichever comes first. Consult your vehicle warranty booklet for further information. Ask your dealer for a copy of this limited warranty. Service At Ford Electronics, 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.

168

File:ltdrf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:17:55 1996

*[DR00350(BEF )03/95]

*[DR00400( EF )06/92] *[DR00550(BEF )04/95]

*[DR00575(BEF )03/93]

*[DR00600(B F )03/95] *[DR00650(BEF )04/95]

*[DR00700( EF )12/91]

*[DR00800( EF )01/95] *[DR00900( EF )12/91]

*[DR00950( EF )02/95]

Driving Your F-Series

Procedures for driving your vehicle will vary depending on which type of transmission your vehicle has.

an Automatic Transmission (C-6)

an Electronic 4-speed Automatic Transmission (E4OD)

an Electronic 4-speed Automatic Transmission (4R7OW)

a manual transmission

Your vehicle is equipped with an Electronic Powertrain Control Module that limits engine and/or vehicle speeds with a cut-out mode to promote durability. Automatic Transmission Operation (C-6) Putting Your Vehicle in Gear

Your vehicle’s gearshift is on the steering column. You can put the gearshift in any of several positions.

NOTE: Do not rest your hand on the gearshift

lever while driving your vehicle because you could cause the gearshift lever to move out of position.

169

File:ltdrf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:17:55 1996

*[DR01000( EF )06/93]

one third page art:0020129-C

*[DR01100( EF )01/93]

*[DR01200( EF )01/95]

*[DR01210( EF )01/95]

*[DR01220( EF )01/95] *[DR01230( EF )01/95] *[DR01240( EF )01/95]

The positions of the column-mounted gearshift

RWARNING

Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from position to position. If you do not hold the brake pedal down, your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone.

Once you place the gearshift securely into position, gradually release the brake pedal and use the accelerator as necessary.

NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a

brake-shift interlock feature. This feature prevents you from shifting from P (Park) unless you have the brake pedal depressed. (The ignition must be in the ON position.) If you cannot shift from P (Park) with the brake pedal depressed:

1. Apply the parking brake.

2. Remove the key.

3.

Insert the key and rotate one position clockwise (ignition in the OFF position).

170

File:ltdrf.ex Update:Thu May 9 15:17:55 1996

*[DR01250( EF )01/95]

*[DR01260( EF )01/95] *[DR01265( EF )05/95]

*[DR01270( EF )05/95]

%*[DR01300( EF )01/95] *[DR01400( EF )02/95]

%*[DR01500( EF )01/95] *[DR01600( EF )03/93] *[DR01700( EF )12/91]

*[DR01800( EF )01/95] *[DR01900( EF )12/91]

*[DR02000( EF )12/91]

4. Apply the brake pedal and shift to N

(Neutral). (If the vehicle is shifted to P (Park), you must repeat the previous steps.)

5. Start the vehicle. If you need to shift out of P (Park) by using the alternate procedure described above, it is possible that a fuse has blown and that your brakelamps may also not be functional. Please refer to the chapter titled Servicing Your F-Series in this Owner Guide for instructions on checking and replacing fuses.

RWARNING

DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL YOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPS ARE WORKING.