1996 Mercury Grand Marquis Owner's Manual - Page 160
1996 Mercury Grand Marquis Manual
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Tape error messages Your cassette tape player is equipped to diagnose certain problems you may experience. Error codes are as follows: TD E1 - Radio tries to change sides of tape 3 times in a 10 second span. Push "EJECT" and try another tape. If problem persists, refer problem to qualified personnel for service. TD E2 - Tape eject failure. Radio tries to eject tape and it will not eject. Push "EJECT" to eject tape. If the tape will not eject, refer problem to qualified personnel for service. TD E3 - Loading error. Push "EJECT" to eject tape. Reload tape. If the same error code appears in the display, try another tape. 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: u 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. less should be used. Tapes longer than 90 minutes are thinner and subject to breakage or may jam the tape player mechanism. u Only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or 157