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Question posted by ford55 on July 28th, 2013

Changing Batteries Wrong Cable Made Contact For A Couple Of Seconds.now It Wont

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Owner's Manual - Page 30

... increments of the "SEEK" button. To change the frequency up or down either the top a or bottom b half of 200kHz; You can manually ...are four ways for you to manually tune You can change frequencies quickly, press and hold down one increment at a time (FM changes in increments of the "SEEK" button. within approximately five seconds -pressing and releasing either the top or bottom half of...
Owner's Manual - Page 32

...FM band.) 31 NOTE: If the vehicle's battery is disconnected, the clock and station memory preset buttons (if programmed in auto mode) will store the second set these buttons to 5 preset AM stations... up to the desired frequencies. 1. 2. Follow the two steps above for approximately three seconds. These buttons can activate the Auto Memory Load feature by seeking out the first five strong...
Owner's Manual - Page 35

... (a) half of speaker balance and fader functions after adjustments are in the clock mode, the new radio frequency will be displayed for approximately ten seconds and then change the display from radio frequency to set . However, if you are made, then revert to volume level set minutes. 34 The clock can also...
Owner's Manual - Page 46

...u Using the "SEEK" function This feature on each listenable station for approximately a five-second sampling. Press the right (a) side of the "SEEK" button. u Using the "AMS" ...then within approximately five seconds pressing and releasing either the right or left (b) side of the button to select the next listenable station down , listenable stations can change frequencies quickly, press ...
Owner's Manual - Page 49

...selection. Clock Operation How to view the clock mode Press the "CLOCK" button to change the side of the tape being played The alternate track (other side) of Dolby Laboratories... can be selected at any radio function will automatically display the radio frequency for approximately ten seconds before changing back to locate a desired track on the tape u Using the Automatic Music Search ("AMS...
Owner's Manual - Page 53

Tune to increase the bass response (more lows). Follow the two steps above for approximately ten seconds before changing back to the clock mode. 52 NOTE: If the vehicle's battery is disconnected, the clock and station memory preset buttons (if programmed in until the sound returns. Press one of your radio controls the bass...
Owner's Manual - Page 93

...need to take all at the same time. The system will provide illumination of the lost transmitter. Replacing the batteries Replacing lost transmitters In the event a transmitter is necessary to prevent further unauthorized use of the vehicle's interior ... System (If equipped) This system will automatically turn off after approximately 25 seconds or when the ignition is open. 92
Owner's Manual - Page 133

...child tether strap anchor kit. The tether anchor may not perform properly if the wrong mounting location is used. 133 Attaching Safety Seats With Tether Straps General Instructions Some ... the kit for installation of your child safety seat for information about ordering a tether strap. Contact the manufacturer of the child tether strap anchor. You can install a tether strap anchor bracket ...
Owner's Manual - Page 151

...with power steering. This can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more than five seconds if the engine is controlled by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Automatic Transmission Operation ...up for more effort. Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer your vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed, have the front suspension and steering checked for possible damage....
Owner's Manual - Page 156

Contact your vehicle, the overdrive system will not be used to 2 (Second) or j (Overdrive). This position provides 2 (Second) gear operation only. Selection of 1 ... on and off steadily, a transmission system malfunction was detected. When to use 2 (Second) Use 2 (Second) to the transmission could occur. The Transmission Control Indicator Light will automatically be made by...
Owner's Manual - Page 220

...-Lok rear axle could result in a permanent reduction in four-wheel drive because the transfer case couples the front and rear axles together. RWARNING To avoid injury, never run the engine with one ... traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel off the ground, such as when changing a tire. 220 This loss of other than 5 mph (8 km/h). RWARNING The rear antilock brake system ...
Owner's Manual - Page 239

... that is diagonally opposite (other than the front or rear jacking points, be sure to Change the Tire NOTE: To lift your vehicle will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping...a four-wheel drive vehicles with a wide contact surface. 1. Set the parking brake and block the wheel that is diagonally opposite the tire that is being changed. To prevent the vehicle from moving when ...
Owner's Manual - Page 248

...7.3L Diesel Engine Owner's Guide Supplement for information on or any time the lug nuts are loosened. Your vehicle's battery may be able to come off . If this happens, you may die if you turn the engine off while ... lug nuts at 500 miles (800 km) of operation after any wheel change or any electrical equipment on after you leave the lights on jump-starting your vehicle with a booster...
Owner's Manual - Page 249

... Milk of Magnesia, a beaten egg, or vegetable oil. For further information, see Jumper Cables in injury or vehicle damage. You could result in the Index. 250 RWARNING To protect yourself when charging a battery, always shield your vehicle. Lift the battery with a carrier or with water for at least 15 minutes. RWARNING Do not...
Owner's Manual - Page 250

... damage the vehicle's electrical system. Check all other electrical parts if you attach the jumper cables. Turn off all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you connect them to use a 12-volt jumper ... to the hood of the disabled vehicle. To avoid damaging your vehicle or your battery, and to avoid injury to yourself, follow these directions for road service. Set the...
Owner's Manual - Page 251

... the battery. 2. 3. 4. 252 A spark may cause an explosion of the battery to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery - The red cable is generally used for the positive terminals and the black for both positive terminals.) Most jumper cables have a red cable and a black cable. RWARNING Do not connect the end of the second cable to the discharged battery. Connecting...
Owner's Manual - Page 252

... start after several attempts, there may take a couple of moving engine parts, then start the disabled vehicle. Always remove the jumper cables in the way of tries before the vehicle starts. Attaching jumper cables Jump-Starting 1. Run the engine at a moderate speed. Let the discharged battery charge for a few minutes and then start the...
Owner's Manual - Page 253

... a while to this manual for the proper hook-up and towing procedures for a tow truck, tell the operator what kind of the positive (+) cable from the discharged battery. If you need to use a tow bar that attaches to tow your vehicle. On vehicles equipped with all electrical accessories turned off to replace...
Owner's Manual - Page 267

...skin by looking at the fluid level in a responsible manner. You can do not apply, change intervals. Protect your community's standards for disposing of these types of fluids. If the above ...conditions do this by washing with soap and water. RWARNING Continuous contact with a brake fluid level indicator in laboratory mice. However, expect the level of used ...
Owner's Manual - Page 302

...vehicles without original equipment floor covering or insulation, do not let passengers ride in your truck in performance and durability. Changes that cause more unburned fuel to your vehicle or engine. If other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up ... to be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in a manner that allows contact between skin and the metal floor.

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