Ford Taurus 1997 Owner's Manual page 23

Controls and features
3. OFF shuts off the ignition and accessories and
allows the gearshift and steering wheel to move.
4. ON tests the warning lights. The key must remain
here when the engine is running.
5. START cranks the engine. The key must return to
ON when running.
CRUISE CONTROL
To turn cruise control on
Press ON.
Vehicle speed cannot
be controlled until the
ON
RESUME
vehicle is travelling at
SET
ACCEL
OFF
COAST
or above 48 km/h (30
mph).
Do not use the cruise control in heavy traffic or
winding, slippery or unpaved roads.
Do not shift into N (Neutral) while the cruise
control is on.
To turn cruise control off
Press OFF or turn off
the vehicle ignition.
ON
RESUME
SET
ACCEL
OFF
COAST
Once cruise control is switched off, the previously
programmed set speed will be erased.
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