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Radio, Stereo, and Compact Disc: Service and Repair

1. For best performance, it is recommended that the tape player be cleaned once for every 10 to 12 hours of playing time. The tape player should be cleaned using a Ford tape player cleaning cartridge, available at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury Dealer. The use of other cleaning products is not recommended, as these products could cause damage to the player or cassette tapes.