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Question posted by djacorius17 on April 30th, 2013

Steering

how do i adjust the steering wheel

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Answer #1: Posted by bengirlxD on April 30th, 2013 2:28 PM
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You CANNOT adjust the steering wheel in the 1996 model. You can only adjust in model year 1998 and onwards. Sorry


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Owner's Manual - Page 3

Starting Your Contour ...41 Warning Lights and Gauges ...53 Instrument Panel Controls ...69 Steering Column Controls ...83 Features ...93 Electronic Sound Systems ...115 139 163 179 185 189 195 261 273 292 Driving Your Contour ...Roadside Emergencies ...Customer Assistance ... 6 ...
Owner's Manual - Page 22

... entitled Some Important Information About Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System which can be obtained by calling Helm Inc. For additional important safety information on the steering wheel or in front seat areas that may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. 6 Safety Restraints RWARNING Do not place objects...
Owner's Manual - Page 23

Both air bags are designed to stay out of air bags and warning labels 20 The location of sight until they are activated. 6 How the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Operates The driver air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel. The front passenger seat air bag is in the center of the instrument panel ledge above the glove compartment.
Owner's Manual - Page 43

The automatic transaxle gearshift must be in P (Park) to protect your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. The LOCK feature helps to move your steering wheel left or right until the key turns freely. 41 LOCK is the only position that allows you to the LOCK position. If the parking brake ...
Owner's Manual - Page 45

... could quickly become high enough to cause severe and possibly fatal injuries to use the accelerator when you start your vehicle. 6 Starting Your Contour The steering wheel locks when the key is to avoid pressing down on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent...
Owner's Manual - Page 47

... start your engine: 1. Allow the key to return to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. If you have difficulty in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel slightly because it may be binding. 45
Owner's Manual - Page 78

... side view mirrors Clear away any snow that are still not clear, turn off when the ignition key is turned to the right of the steering wheel. The defroster will turn the defroster on again. After approximately 10 minutes, the defroster will turn off . The button for the rear window clears frost...
Owner's Manual - Page 79

..., turn the knob clockwise to the first position. The knob for the exterior lights To turn on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel. 6 Instrument Panel Controls The Interior and Exterior Lights Turning On the Exterior Lights To turn on your headlamps, parking lamps, and tail lamps, use the...
Owner's Manual - Page 82

The switch on the dome lamp turns it on the instrument panel to the right of the steering wheel. To dim the instrument panel lights, use the thumbwheel on and off. Dimming the instrument panel lights Dome Lamp Your vehicle has a dome lamp above ...
Owner's Manual - Page 85

... give you easy access to the controls while you release it down to signal a left side of the steering column to latch. The lever will flash. 6 Steering Column Controls The controls on the steering column and wheel are driving. For lane changes, move the lever back to the center (off s flash the lamps Turn...
Owner's Manual - Page 88

If the flashers run for up to two hours when the battery is fully charged and in the center of the steering wheel. The flashers work whether your vehicle. Horn To sound the horn, push the pad in good condition without draining the battery excessively. Using the hazard ...
Owner's Manual - Page 90

6 The speed control switches on the steering wheel Setting the speed control 1. Press and release the ON switch. 2. Accelerate to set . 88 Press the SET ACC switch and release it immediately to the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 108

... left side mirror control (right side similar) Dual electric remote control mirrors (if equipped) The control for adjusting the electric side view mirrors is on that side of the steering wheel. 107 The knob on each door adjusts the mirror on the instrument panel, to move the mirror. 6 Features Mirrors Side View Mirrors The...
Owner's Manual - Page 148

... light does not come on when the ignition is pressed, have the power steering system checked. Never hold the steering wheel to have four-wheel power anti-lock disc brakes or power front disc and rear drum anti-lock brakes which adjust automatically through everyday use. 149 Brakes Applying the Brakes Your vehicle may have...
Owner's Manual - Page 149

... or linings wear down. Whenever your wheels start to lose control of the steering. If your vehicle does not have anti-lock brakes, extreme braking can make the wheels lock and slide, causing you apply ...does not have anti-lock brakes, it may have four-wheel power disc brakes or power front disc brakes and rear drum brakes, which adjust automatically as a result of the automatic releasing and re-...
Owner's Manual - Page 152

... differently than anticipated. Driving with the parking brake on slippery roads with your front-wheel drive vehicle as you would . Use care until you become accustomed to stop your... characteristics. s Give your vehicle will be adversely affected. s Do not quickly move the steering wheel unless necessary. However, since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the stopping distance...
Owner's Manual - Page 166

...When you drive with the words "TEMPORARY USE ONLY" so that it from its wheel. s use only. RWARNING If you use the wheel for emergency use tire chains on the tire decal. Changing a Tire If you...others. The Temporary Spare Tire You may have a high pressure temporary spare tire. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the hazard flashers. Use it only when ...
Owner's Manual - Page 175

... Your Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle At times, you tow your vehicle. s Unlock the steering wheel. RWARNING Never use a tow bar that attaches to the bumper when you may want...Before you have your vehicle at a speed faster than 50 miles (80 km) unless the drive wheels are placed on dollies. s Turn the ignition to N (Neutral). Do not tow your vehicle towed: s Release the parking brake...
Owner's Manual - Page 270

...safety belts ...tail lamps ...upholstery and interior trim ...washing ...wheels ...windows ...Clutch operation while driving ...shifting the gears ...specifications...) Compact disc radio (see Electronic sound system) Console, description ...Controls instrument panel ...mirrors...steering column...Coolant (see Engine coolant) checking and adding ...preparing for storage ...refill capacities ... ...
Owner's Manual - Page 281

Side mirrors, adjusting ...Sliding moon roof (see Safety restraints) . . Servicing your vehicle precautions when ... vehicle ...starting a cold engine ...starting after a collision ...starting a warm engine ...starting your vehicle if the battery is disabled Steering, power ...Steering wheel horn ...locking ...speed controls ... ... ... ... ...140, ... 196 161 140 145 9 107 99 228 168 169 169 ...

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