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Safety seats for children

and air bags . . . . . . . . . . . .

19, 26

attaching with tether straps . . . . . . .

26

automatic locking mode (retractor) . . . .

28

in center seating positions . . . . . . . .

34

in front seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

28

in rear outboard . . . . . . . . . . . .

28

tether anchorage hardware . . . . . . .

26

Seats

adjusting the seat, manual . . . . . . .

134

adjusting the seats, power . . . . . . .

136

child safety seats . . . . . . . . . . . .

26

cleaning upholstery . . . . . . . . . .

139

head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . .

133

programmable memory seat . . . . . .

138

reclining the seat . . . . . . . . . . .

137

Serial number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . .

218

Service concerns . . . . . . . . . . . .

216

Servicing your vehicle, precautions when

servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

234

Shift-lock system . . . . . . . . . . . .

174

Side mirrors

adjusting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

141

heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

142

Snow tires and chains . . . . . . . . . .

265

Spare tire

changing the tire . . . . . . . . . . .

205

conventional spare . . . . . . . . . .

203

finding the spare . . . . . . . . . . .

204

removing the spare tire . . . . . . . .

204

temporary spare . . . . . . . . . . .

202

Spark plugs, specifications . . . . . . . .

292

Specification chart, lubricants. . . . . . .

293

Speed control

accelerating . . . . . . . . . . . . .

118

cancelling a set speed . . . . . . . . .

120

resetting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

118

resuming a set speed . . . . . . . . .

120

tap up/tap down . . . . . . . . . . .

119

turning off . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

120

when towing a trailer . . . . . . . . .

196

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Summary of Contents for 1996 Crown Victoria

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Page 3: ...47 Instrument Panel Controls 87 Steering Column Controls 109 Features 121 Electronic Sound Systems 149 Driving Your Crown Victoria 173 Roadside Emergencies 197 Customer Assistance 215 Reporting Safet...

Page 4: ...xcellence in everything we do in our products in their safety and value and in our services our human relations our competitiveness and our profitability Employee involvement is our way of life We are...

Page 5: ...models or change specifications or design without any notice and without incurring obligation NOTES and WARNINGS NOTES give you additional information about the subject matter you are referencing WAR...

Page 6: ...ada Limited Service Publications P O Box 1580 Station B Mississauga Ontario L4Y 4G3 Your Maintenance Schedule and Record Booklet The Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet lists the services that are...

Page 7: ...e Plan If you purchased a Canadian vehicle and did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchase you may still be eligible See your dealer for the details Breaking Your...

Page 8: ...keep it clean Take similar precautions if your vehicle is exposed to chemical industrial fallout Paint damage resulting from fallout is not related to a defect in paint materials or workmanship and t...

Page 9: ...sh chrome and aluminum parts with a mild detergent Do not use steel wool abrasive cleaners fuel or strong detergents Cleaning Plastic Parts Some of your vehicle s exterior trim parts are plastic Clean...

Page 10: ...t the knees are straight forward To help you remember to fasten your safety belt a warning light may come on and a chime may sound See Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime in the Warning Lights and Gau...

Page 11: ...ld increase the risk and or severity of injury in a collision RWARNING Never drive or ride with a twisted or jammed safety belt If you cannot untwist or unjam the safety belt see the nearest qualified...

Page 12: ...you get into your vehicle close the door and lock it Then adjust the seat to the position that suits you best To fasten the belt pull the lap shoulder belt from the retractor so that the shoulder por...

Page 13: ...tor on the shoulder belt portion of the combination lap shoulder safety belt for the front and rear outboard passenger seats Dual locking mode retractors operate in two ways Vehicle sensitive emergenc...

Page 14: ...nt passenger seat This mode must be used when installing a child safety seat on the front passenger seat and rear outboard seats where dual locking retractors are provided To switch the retractor from...

Page 15: ...ssenger You can adjust the shoulder belt height to one of five 5 positions To adjust pinch the release button see Figures 1 and 2 and slide it up or down until the belt rests across the middle of your...

Page 16: ...13 The shoulder belt height adjuster The shoulder belt height adjuster RWARNING The lap belts should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips not around the waist...

Page 17: ...the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing it around your neck over the inside shoulder 3 Never use a single belt for more than one person To unfasten all the b...

Page 18: ...lock Make sure the buckle is securely fastened If you need to lengthen the belt unfasten it and tip the belt tongue at a right angle to the belt Pull the belt tongue over your lap until it reaches the...

Page 19: ...on only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended Do not use extension to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso Safety Belt Maintenance Check the safety belt systems p...

Page 20: ...ystems SRS provided at these seating positions in addition to the lap shoulder belt and are designed to supplement the protection provided to properly belted occupants in moderate to severe frontal co...

Page 21: ...air bag reduce the risk of being thrown from your vehicle The Importance of Being Properly Seated In a collision the air bag must inflate extremely fast to help provide additional protection for you...

Page 22: ...all adults must never sit on the front edge of the seat stand near the glove compartment of the instrument panel or lean over near the air bag cover when the vehicle is moving All occupants should sit...

Page 23: ...led Safety Belts for Children and Safety Seats for Children For further information about the proper mounting of equipment in the front seat of this vehicle please refer to Ford s brochure entitled So...

Page 24: ...ed to deploy in frontal and front angled collisions more severe than hitting a parked vehicle of similar size and weight head on at about 28 mph 45 km h Because the system senses the crash severity ra...

Page 25: ...22 RWARNING Air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation Inflated driver side air bag...

Page 26: ...ease the risk of injury in a collision The air bag system uses a readiness light and a tone to indicate the condition of the system The readiness light is in the instrument cluster When you turn the i...

Page 27: ...Restraint System or its fuses See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles see your local Ford or Lin...

Page 28: ...passengers When possible put children in the rear seat of your vehicle Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seat...

Page 29: ...child Always follow the safety seat manufacturer s instructions when installing and using the safety seat Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap Install the child sa...

Page 30: ...lt in serious injury All child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or by the lap portion of a lap shoulder belt RWARNING If you do not properly secure the safety...

Page 31: ...cking mode retractor use the following procedure If you choose to install a child safety seat or infant carrier in the front seating positions move vehicle seat as far back as possible 1 Position the...

Page 32: ...shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions See Figure 2 Be sure that the belt webbing is not twisted Routin...

Page 33: ...4 Insert the belt tongue into the buckle for that seating position until you hear and feel the latch engage Figure 3 Make sure tongue is latched securely to buckle by pulling on tongue Buckling the be...

Page 34: ...dual locking mode retractor must be in the automatic locking mode to properly restrain a child Setting the retractor to automatic locking mode 6 Allow the belt to retract Pull up on the shoulder webbi...

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Page 36: ...and tug it forward to make sure that the seat is securely held in place Figure 7 Checking that the seat is secure 8 Double check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode Try to pull more be...

Page 37: ...the Rear Center Seating Position with Adjustable Lap Belt 1 Lengthen the lap belt To lengthen the belt hold the tongue so that its bottom is perpendicular to the direction of webbing while sliding th...

Page 38: ...ly install the child seat in a different position Safety Belts for Children Children who are too large for child safety seats should always wear safety belts See instructions with your child seat or c...

Page 39: ...and better fit of lap and shoulder belts on the child A belt positioning booster should be used if the shoulder belt rests in front of the child s face or neck or if the lap belt does not fit snugly o...

Page 40: ...ages show the major parts of the instrument panel that are described in this chapter Some items shown may not be on all vehicles In your vehicle the warning lights and gauges are grouped together in t...

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Page 42: ...d or that the brake fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir If the fluid level is low the brake system should be checked by a qualified service technician This light comes on when the park...

Page 43: ...less the brake warning light is also lit The Anti Lock Brake System has self check capabilities As previously described the system turns on the anti lock light each time you start your engine After th...

Page 44: ...Light and Chime This warning light and chime remind you to fasten your safety belt The following conditions will take place If the driver s safety belt is not buckled when the ignition is turned to t...

Page 45: ...ness light will either flash or stay lit up or you will hear a beeping sound If either of these things happen have the air bag system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer immediately Chargi...

Page 46: ...ll not shift into overdrive Depressing the button on the shifter will return the vehicle to overdrive on mode The transmission will be in the overdrive on mode when the vehicle is started even if the...

Page 47: ...on when the headlamps are turned to high beam or when you flash the lights Low Fuel Alert Light This light comes on when your fuel gauge indicates between 1 8 and 1 16 of a tank Your car must be turn...

Page 48: ...OFF push the switch ON If it is ON push the switch OFF and have the system checked as soon as possible Check Engine Warning Light The Powertrain On Board Diagnostic II OBD II system consists of the ha...

Page 49: ...on and off at one 1 second intervals while you are driving the vehicle it means that the engine is misfiring If this condition persists damage could occur to the engine or catalytic convertor Have you...

Page 50: ...Warning Light may come on if the fuel cap is not properly installed If the Check Engine Warning Light comes on and you suspect that the fuel cap is not properly installed pull off the road as soon as...

Page 51: ...level ground With ignition switch OFF the fuel gauge indicator may drift from the ignition switch ON position Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolan...

Page 52: ...gine damage The engine coolant temperature gauge If your engine coolant overheats 1 Pull off the road as soon as safely possible 2 Turn off the engine 3 Let the engine cool DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT SYSTE...

Page 53: ...nce independent of the odometer it will not always advance to the next mile kilometer at the same time as the odometer Battery Voltage Gauge If Equipped This gauge shows you the battery voltage when t...

Page 54: ...oil pressure 1 Pull off the road as soon as safely possible 2 Shut off the engine immediately or severe engine damage could result 3 Check the engine s oil level following the instructions on checkin...

Page 55: ...ings are displayed Neither the turn signals nor the high beam indicator light will flash like the other indicators do for the self test Some of the warning lights will flash on and remain on will not...

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Page 57: ...t is acceptable under certain driving conditions such as heavy stop and go traffic or driving up hills in hot weather for the gauge to indicate at the top of the NORMAL band If under any circumstance...

Page 58: ...it requires servicing Contact your dealer for service as soon as possible Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime This warning light and chime remind you to fasten your safety belt The following condition...

Page 59: ...m is designed to check the function of the vehicle s powertrain control system during normal operation If an emission problem is detected the Check Engine Warning Light in the cluster is turned on Mod...

Page 60: ...the light turns on and off on rare occasions while you are driving it means that a malfunction occurred and the condition corrected itself An example of a condition which corrects itself occurs when a...

Page 61: ...urn off If the light does not go off after the fourth engine restart have your vehicle serviced by your dealer or a qualified technician Air Bag Readiness Light The Air Bag Readiness light will go on...

Page 62: ...d that you need to have the electrical system checked as soon as possible Engine Oil Pressure Light This light indicates the engine oil pressure not the oil level However if your engine s oil level is...

Page 63: ...or others could be injured To assure an accurate reading your vehicle should be on level ground 4 If the level is low add only as much oil as necessary before you start the engine again Do not overfil...

Page 64: ...f This light does not indicate any problems but is only a convenience to tell when the speed control is active Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge tells you approximately how many gallons liters of fuel you hav...

Page 65: ...he ON or ACC position all the display segments will light up then go off for a second indicating the gauge is working Then the gauge will show you how much fuel you have in the tank FUEL REMAIN Fuel R...

Page 66: ...on located just below the message center display to show the speed you are going in either miles per hour or kilometers per hour Odometer The odometer tells you the total number of miles or kilometers...

Page 67: ...gauges provide the electronic message center lets you see problems such as Door Ajar Air Suspension Trunk Ajar Washer Fluid see how many miles kilometers you can drive with the fuel remaining in your...

Page 68: ...function This is a dual action switch the right side advances function to the right the left side advances function to the left Buttons for the message center How to use the message center To reset a...

Page 69: ...p with fuel Otherwise the display will not show the addition of fuel for a few miles NOTE At least 2 5 gallons 9 5 liters of fuel must be added for the fuel gauge to imediately show the new level of f...

Page 70: ...e fuel indication system and you should contact your dealer for service as soon as possible AVG ECON Average Fuel Economy Select this function to display your average fuel economy in miles per gallon...

Page 71: ...the fuel gauge INST ECON Instantaneous Fuel Economy Select this function to calculate your instantaneous fuel economy Your instantaneous fuel economy is the fuel economy you get at any particular mom...

Page 72: ...individually To reset either trip feature to zero press the RESET button while a trip distance feature Trip A or Trip B is displayed AVG SPEED Average Speed Select this function to display your averag...

Page 73: ...d in the trunk on the right side is off or to indicate a possible system fault If the light is displayed while driving and the air suspension switch is not turned off safely pull off the road as soon...

Page 74: ...started even if the O D OFF mode was selected when the vehicle was last shut off NOTE If the light does not come on when the TCS is depressed or if the light flashes when you are driving have your veh...

Page 75: ...this light will flash five 5 times and sound a tone for one 1 second and then the light will remain on Trunk Ajar Light If the trunk is not completely closed this light comes on when you turn the ign...

Page 76: ...s what each of these indicators mean The indicator lamp module Anti Theft System Light If equipped The anti theft system light illuminates to remind you that the anti theft system has been activated T...

Page 77: ...ess the brake warning light is also lit The Anti Lock Brake System has self check capabilities As previously described the system turns on the anti lock light each time you start your engine After the...

Page 78: ...stem Light The warning light for the brakes can show two things that the parking brake is not fully released or that the brake fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir If the fluid level is...

Page 79: ...kes may not be working properly Have the brakes checked immediately Hazard Warning Light The hazard warning light will blink on and off continuously when you use the hazard flasher See Using the Hazar...

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Page 81: ...he Climate Control Systems Your vehicle has one of two different climate control systems The two systems are a manual heating and air conditioning system an electronic automatic temperature control sy...

Page 82: ...d select the temperature and fan speed desired For maximum defrosting move the SELECT knob to DEFROST V move the temperature to the end of the red range full clockwise and operate the fan as necessary...

Page 83: ...being discharged The thumbwheel controls the volume of air and the knob in the center of the register directs the air up and down or side to side When the SELECT knob is moved to OFF the system is off...

Page 84: ...n the system is off the display window will be blank dark except when OUTSIDE TEMP has been selected Then OUTSIDE TEMP and the temperature will appear in the window If you select AUTOMATIC the system...

Page 85: ...ximum heating push the RED button until 90 F 32 C is shown in the display window Your EATC will provide maximum heat regardless of the 90 F 32 C setting until you select a cooler temperature with the...

Page 86: ...ill be sent to the floor But a feature is included in your EATC to prevent blowing cold air to the floor if the engine coolant is not warm enough to allow heating For a short time the fan will be at l...

Page 87: ...rature one degree Holding either button in will rapidly change the temperature setting in one degree increments to either 65 F 18 C BLUE or 85 F 29 C RED Then the set temperature will jump 5 and stop...

Page 88: ...ton the temperature display can also be changed to 0 F or 0 C using the MAX A C and DEFrost override buttons To change the temperature display to 0 F or 0 C press and hold the MAX A C and DEF Buttons...

Page 89: ...hich will cancel the automatic fan speed control The thumbwheel is located at the extreme right side of the EATC control panel It is a vertical control marked with a fan symbol Rotate up for HI and do...

Page 90: ...tinue to be automatically controlled Manual override buttons Your EATC has six buttons which allow you to make special selections The buttons are located along the bottom edge of the EATC control and...

Page 91: ...ting Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers FLOOR button Airflow will be to the floor when the FLOOR button is pressed The display window will show the set temperature and FLR to the left...

Page 92: ...n the temperature of the air outside of the vehicle will show in the display The outside temperature will continue to be displayed until the OUTSIDE TEMP button is pressed again to cancel If the selec...

Page 93: ...tips The following tips will help you to get the most satisfaction from your Electronic Automatic Temperature Control system In humid weather select DEF V before starting your engine This will help to...

Page 94: ...e and outside of the rear window The button for the rear window defroster is located on the left hand driver s side of the instrument panel The button that controls the rear window defroster Clear awa...

Page 95: ...tem is in the OFF position and The vehicle is running and The vehicle has a fully released parking brake NOTE If you have a vehicle with an automatic lighting system the DRL system is active until the...

Page 96: ...mps tail lamps and side markers without turning on the headlamps For more information about how the high beams work refer to the Steering Column Controls chapter Chime for headlamps on This chime soun...

Page 97: ...rn the key to OFF The autolamp system on the left side of the instrument panel To activate the autolamp feature simply turn the headlamp knob counterclockwise towards the autolamp delay area The autol...

Page 98: ...icle off Lighting Up the Interior and Instrument Panel With the parking lamps or headlamps illuminated you can brighten or dim the lights in the instrument panel To do this locate the switch above the...

Page 99: ...ghts automatically turn off after 25 seconds or when you turn the ignition key to ON or ACC The inside lights will not turn off if you have turned them on manually or if a door is opened Tips on the i...

Page 100: ...ch next to each lamp Front seat map and dome lamps The dual beam map lamps are located on each side of the dome lamp Each map lamp can be turned on by the switches on the lamp Cleaning the Interior La...

Page 101: ...tes press and hold the M button When the desired minute appears release the button Cleaning the Instrument Panel Lens Clean the instrument panel lens with a soft cloth and a glass cleaner such as Ford...

Page 102: ...ccess to the controls while you are driving The Turn Signal Lever You can use the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering column to operate the turn signals turn the high beams on off flash...

Page 103: ...tically light on either the right or left side depending on the direction of the turn when the headlamps are ON High Beams To turn on the high beams turn the headlamp control knob to the headlamp ON p...

Page 104: ...ion To turn the wipers off turn the knob toward you to the OFF position Variable Interval Wipers In addition to two speed wipers your vehicle has wipers that you can set to operate at varying interval...

Page 105: ...arest Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Do not try to clean the windshield when the washer fluid container is empty or activate the washers at any time for more than 15 seconds continuously This could da...

Page 106: ...shers off The flashers work whether your vehicle is running or not The flashers work for up to two hours when the battery is fully charged and in good condition without draining the battery excessivel...

Page 107: ...114 Horn To sound the horn push the center pad area of the steering wheel The horn on the steering wheel...

Page 108: ...when the vehicle is moving The lever to tilt the steering wheel To change the position of the steering wheel pull the release lever on the column toward you Tip the steering wheel to the desired posi...

Page 109: ...be desirable to drive with the transmission in the Overdrive off mode This can be done by depressing the Transmission Control Switch on the transmission gear selection lever Driving in this mode prev...

Page 110: ...erator pedal 3 Press the SET ACCEL switch and release it immediately to set your speed If you keep this switch pressed your speed will continue to increase 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Y...

Page 111: ...c or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved Accelerating With the Speed Control Operating You can use the accelerator pedal to speed up momentarily When you take your foot off the accelerator t...

Page 112: ...and reset the system To reset the speed control to a higher speed follow one of these procedures ACCEL Press and hold the SET ACCEL switch Release the switch when the vehicle has accelerated to the d...

Page 113: ...d by pressing the RESUME switch as long as you did not press the OFF switch You must be driving at least 30 mph 48 km h Your vehicle will gradually return to the previously set speed and then maintain...

Page 114: ...nd optional features Doors Childproof Locks for the Rear Doors In addition to power locks your vehicle has childproof locks for the rear doors If you set these locks the rear doors cannot be opened fr...

Page 115: ...r Door Locks If equipped If your vehicle has power door locks the controls to lock the doors are on the trim panel of the front door When you close the doors after you set the door locks the doors rem...

Page 116: ...ermined level the exterior lights will also illuminate These lights automatically turn off after 25 seconds or when you turn the ignition key to ON or ACC The inside lights will not turn off if you ha...

Page 117: ...mage the buttons Unlocking the doors with the keyless entry system You must unlock the driver s door before you unlock any of the other doors or trunk If you let more than five seconds pass between pr...

Page 118: ...n the vehicle To lock all of the vehicle s doors at the same time press 7 8 and 9 0 at the same time It is not necessary to first enter the keypad code Autolock With Keyless Entry if Equipped The Auto...

Page 119: ...ivating the system The Autolock feature can be turned on and off using the instructions above Programming your own entry code You can program a personal code to unlock your vehicle This code does not...

Page 120: ...d release 1 2 within five seconds of Step 1 3 Press the 1 2 button a second time and hold for two seconds The keyless entry system automatically erases your personal code The system will now only resp...

Page 121: ...he outside front door handles are lifted the keyless entry keypad is used the remote entry transmitter is used any door is opened the trunk is opened or the ignition key is turned to the ON position R...

Page 122: ...press the TRUNK button twice within five seconds Locking the doors To lock all the doors press the LOCK button The doors will lock and the horn will chirp to indicate the vehicle is locked The door l...

Page 123: ...tton or by turning the ignition to the RUN position The interior lights will not turn off if you have turned them on manually or if a door is open Replacing the batteries The remote entry transmitter...

Page 124: ...be programmed Each transmitter button must be pressed within seven 7 seconds of the prior one Each time a transmitter is successfully programmed all of the vehicle doors will lock and then unlock to v...

Page 125: ...all four windows Power windows can only be opened or closed when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position RWARNING Do not let children play with the power windows They may seriously hurt thems...

Page 126: ...to either the up or down position Actuating the switch for greater than 0 4 seconds provides conventional power window operation Closing of the power window is conventional operation only Seats Head R...

Page 127: ...the seat forward or backward To move the seat forward or backward 1 Find the adjustment bar underneath the front part of the seat 2 Lift the bar to unlatch the seat 3 Move the seat to the desired pos...

Page 128: ...position you want You can tilt the seat back or bring it forward 4 Release the handle to lock the seat in its new position RWARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is movi...

Page 129: ...trols are located on the driver and passenger door trim panels or on the side of the driver s seat The power seat controls on the driver s seat Base models The power seat controls on the driver s door...

Page 130: ...k will move To adjust the seat or seatback move the control knob in the desired direction The power lumbar switch controls the inflation of the lumbar support pad in the seatback To inflate the lumbar...

Page 131: ...able memory seat switch 1 Adjust your seat to the desired position 2 Press the SET button A small lamp inside the button will light up This tells you that you have five seconds to program your seat po...

Page 132: ...The seat will not automatically reposition until the memory position is activated by pushing the appropriate button s Cleaning the Seats Leather and vinyl For routine cleaning wipe the surface with a...

Page 133: ...s Automatic Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror If equipped The automatic non glare mirror The electronic day night mirror will change from the normal state to the non glare state when bright lights glare...

Page 134: ...irror The sensor that detects rear glare is located inside a window in the center of the mirror The second light sensor which determines outside light level is located on the backside of the mirror ca...

Page 135: ...of the arrows for the direction you want to move the mirror 4 Return the selector switch to the middle position to keep the mirror in place Heated Mirror Feature Both mirrors are heated whenever the...

Page 136: ...her away than they actually are Sun Visors Turning on the Mirror Light on the Sun Visors If equipped To turn on the visor mirror light lift the mirror cover The mirror on the sun visor Ashtray and Cup...

Page 137: ...he ashtray This outlet should be used for optional electrical accessories NOTE Do not attempt to plug the cigarette lighter into the power point outlet Damage could occur Do not plug optional electric...

Page 138: ...put objects on the ledge between the back seat and the rear window as they can become dangerous projectiles and injure someone Trunk Opening the Trunk Manually The trunk in your vehicle gives you plen...

Page 139: ...pped You can use the remote control on the driver s door to unlock and open the trunk unless you lock the button with the main key The valet key equipped with your vehicle can only open the doors and...

Page 140: ...u must attach detach the positive location grommet from the hook on the floor The hook is just forward of the center of the driver s seat This is done by rotating the grommet one quarter turn slipping...

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Page 143: ...listening level However if the radio power is turned off with the VOL PUSH ON button the volume will remain in the position it was set at when radio power is switched back on digital systems only Sele...

Page 144: ...y band Press the left b side of the button to select the next listenable station down the frequency band By holding the button down listenable stations can be passed over to reach the desired station...

Page 145: ...ns Your radio will automatically set your memory buttons to the strong local stations Activate Auto Memory Store by pushing the AUTOSET button once Your radio will set the first six strong stations of...

Page 146: ...the BASS TREB knob adjusts the treble turn clockwise to increase treble counterclockwise to decrease treble Adjusting speaker balance and speaker fader Push the BAL FADE popout knob to gain access to...

Page 147: ...000 2 CHURCH Church with a high vault 3 JAZZ Jazz club with clearly reflected sounds 4 STADIUM Outdoor stadium with a capacity of about 30 000 5 NEWS Voice only type of sound with a limited audio ban...

Page 148: ...button will activate play If the TAPE button is pressed with no tape inserted the display will flash NO TAPE How to locate a desired track on the tape There are six ways to quickly locate a desired s...

Page 149: ...laying tape selection Using the Blank Skip function with your cassette tape player Press the Blank Skip button to activate the blank skip mode After approximately 20 seconds of blank program the tape...

Page 150: ...ion Push the k button to activate When activated the light above the k button will be illuminated Tape error messages Your cassette tape player is equipped to diagnose certain problems you may experie...

Page 151: ...t to breakage or may jam the tape player mechanism Protect cassettes from exposure to direct sunlight high humidity and extreme heat or cold If they are exposed to extreme conditions allow them to rea...

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Page 154: ...n the volume will come back to a nominal listening level However if the radio power is turned off with the POWER button the volume will remain in the position it was set at when radio power is switche...

Page 155: ...ing the SEEK function This feature on your radio allows you to automatically select listenable stations up or down the frequency band Press the right a side of the SEEK button to select the next liste...

Page 156: ...That station is now held in memory on that button 3 Follow the two steps above for each station memory preset button you want to set NOTE If the vehicle s battery is disconnected the station memory pr...

Page 157: ...the front speakers and press the bottom d of the FADE button to shift the sound to the back speakers NOTE Illuminated bars in the display show relative levels of bass and treble and positions of speak...

Page 158: ...forward rewind SEEK or SCAN function Following are brief descriptions of each Fast forwarding the tape To fast forward the tape press the FF button The radio will begin playing until fast forward is...

Page 159: ...election for approximately an eight second sampling display indicates SC To stop the scan mode on the presently sampled tape selection press SCAN a second time How to change the side of the tape being...

Page 160: ...d after 10 12 hours of play will help maintain the best playback sound and proper tape operation Only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less should be used Tapes longer than 90 minutes are thinner...

Page 161: ...stenable range of an average FM signal is approximately 25 miles 40 kilometers Beyond this distance the radio is operating in a fringe area and the signal becomes weaker 2 Terrain The terrain hilly mo...

Page 162: ...ies These can be caused by power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms Another reception phenomenon is Strong Signal Capture and Overload This can occur when listening to a weak stati...

Page 163: ...eps Not all frequencies will be assigned to a given area This radio will tune to each of these frequencies using MANUAL TUNE and no fine tuning is necessary as radio stations may not use other frequen...

Page 164: ...warranty booklet for further information Ask your dealer for a copy of this limited warranty Service At Ford Electronics we stand behind our audio systems with a comprehensive service and repair progr...

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Page 167: ...listening level However if the radio power is turned off with the VOL PUSH ON button the volume will remain in the position it was set at when radio power is switched back on digital systems only Sele...

Page 168: ...y band Press the left b side of the button to select the next listenable station down the frequency band By holding the button down listenable stations can be passed over to reach the desired station...

Page 169: ...ns Your radio will automatically set your memory buttons to the strong local stations Activate Auto Memory Store by pushing the AUTOSET button once Your radio will set the first six strong stations of...

Page 170: ...the BASS TREB knob adjusts the treble turn clockwise to increase treble counterclockwise to decrease treble Adjusting speaker balance and speaker fader Push the BAL FADE popout knob to gain access to...

Page 171: ...000 2 CHURCH Church with a high vault 3 JAZZ Jazz club with clearly reflected sounds 4 STADIUM Outdoor stadium with a capacity of about 30 000 5 NEWS Voice only type of sound with a limited audio ban...

Page 172: ...button will activate play If the TAPE button is pressed with no tape inserted the display will flash NO TAPE How to locate a desired track on the tape There are six ways to quickly locate a desired s...

Page 173: ...laying tape selection Using the Blank Skip function with your cassette tape player Press the Blank Skip button to activate the blank skip mode After approximately 20 seconds of blank program the tape...

Page 174: ...ion Push the k button to activate When activated the light above the k button will be illuminated Tape error messages Your cassette tape player is equipped to diagnose certain problems you may experie...

Page 175: ...t to breakage or may jam the tape player mechanism Protect cassettes from exposure to direct sunlight high humidity and extreme heat or cold If they are exposed to extreme conditions allow them to rea...

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Page 178: ...n the volume will come back to a nominal listening level However if the radio power is turned off with the POWER button the volume will remain in the position it was set at when radio power is switche...

Page 179: ...ing the SEEK function This feature on your radio allows you to automatically select listenable stations up or down the frequency band Press the right a side of the SEEK button to select the next liste...

Page 180: ...That station is now held in memory on that button 3 Follow the two steps above for each station memory preset button you want to set NOTE If the vehicle s battery is disconnected the station memory pr...

Page 181: ...the front speakers and press the bottom d of the FADE button to shift the sound to the back speakers NOTE Illuminated bars in the display show relative levels of bass and treble and positions of speak...

Page 182: ...forward rewind SEEK or SCAN function Following are brief descriptions of each Fast forwarding the tape To fast forward the tape press the FF button The radio will begin playing until fast forward is...

Page 183: ...election for approximately an eight second sampling display indicates SC To stop the scan mode on the presently sampled tape selection press SCAN a second time How to change the side of the tape being...

Page 184: ...d after 10 12 hours of play will help maintain the best playback sound and proper tape operation Only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less should be used Tapes longer than 90 minutes are thinner...

Page 185: ...stenable range of an average FM signal is approximately 25 miles 40 kilometers Beyond this distance the radio is operating in a fringe area and the signal becomes weaker 2 Terrain The terrain hilly mo...

Page 186: ...ies These can be caused by power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms Another reception phenomenon is Strong Signal Capture and Overload This can occur when listening to a weak stati...

Page 187: ...eps Not all frequencies will be assigned to a given area This radio will tune to each of these frequencies using MANUAL TUNE and no fine tuning is necessary as radio stations may not use other frequen...

Page 188: ...warranty booklet for further information Ask your dealer for a copy of this limited warranty Service At Ford Electronics we stand behind our audio systems with a comprehensive service and repair progr...

Page 189: ...to position If you do not hold the brake pedal down your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone To move the shifter out of P Park the ignition key must be turned to either the OFF or the ON...

Page 190: ...key 2 Apply parking brake 3 Reinsert the ignition key and turn clockwise to the first position OFF 4 Depress the brake pedal move the gearshift lever to N Neutral and start the engine RWARNING DO NOT...

Page 191: ...sary R Reverse With the gearshift in the R Reverse position the vehicle will move backward You should always come to a complete stop before shifting into or out of R Reverse N Neutral In N Neutral the...

Page 192: ...or Light will illuminate O D OFF on the instrument panel When this O D OFF is illuminated the transmission will upshift and downshift from 1st through 3rd gears If the O D OFF light does not come on w...

Page 193: ...Control Switch activated TCS Overdrive may not be appropriate for certain terrain If the transmission shifts back and forth between Third and Fourth gears while you are driving on hilly roads or if yo...

Page 194: ...shift is securely latched in P Park if the lever is adjacent to the P Park and you cannot move it without pulling it toward you and rotating it downward Traction Lok Axle If equipped This axle provide...

Page 195: ...most often occurs during low speed acceleration on slippery surfaces a noise may be heard coming from the engine compartment This noise is created by the ABS pump and is normal and may last for a few...

Page 196: ...nt of effort needed to steer your vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed have the power steering system checked If the power steering system breaks down or if the engine is turned off you can ste...

Page 197: ...ease the brake pedal and repeat the squeeze technique Braking with ABS brakes On vehicles with anti lock brakes the wheels will not lock and slide when you press down hard on the brake pedal The anti...

Page 198: ...ng to the manufacturer s instructions However if mobile radio transmitting equipment is installed in your vehicle and if either the anti lock brake system cycles or the check anti lock light comes on...

Page 199: ...es Your parking brake will not release automatically when you shift into R Reverse To release the parking brake manually pull the brake release handle marked P located on the lower left corner of the...

Page 200: ...es only the rear brakes the stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected Rear Air Suspension System If equipped If your vehicle is equipped with...

Page 201: ...e OFF position or a system fault has been detected Normal vehicle operation does not require any action by the driver RWARNING On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension turn OFF the Air Suspension swit...

Page 202: ...cle to behave differently than anticipated Driving in Bad Weather Slippery roads Drive cautiously on wet or snowy roads Do not quickly move the steering wheel unless necessary Drive slower than you no...

Page 203: ...le backward and forward you may gain enough momentum to move out of the spot Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes This may overheat the engine damage the transmission or damage the tire...

Page 204: ...ective axle You can find your vehicle s GVWR and GAWR on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on the left front door lock facing or the door latch post pillar The weight limits of your vehicle s...

Page 205: ...our dealer If you do not know the actual weights of these items use the following procedure to figure the weight of a load 1 Weigh your vehicle without the driver passengers and luggage You might take...

Page 206: ...packages are available through Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealers Because towing a trailer puts extra strain on your vehicle you must follow certain precautions for your safety and the good of your vehic...

Page 207: ...imum weight that your vehicle can safely tow RWARNING Do not tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is being used Your vehicle is classified as a light duty towing vehicle The amount of weight th...

Page 208: ...ing the hitch Your vehicle uses one of two types of hitches Class III hitch is an option available in Canada only depending on how much your trailer weighs The Class I hitch will allow you to tow a tr...

Page 209: ...allow the vehicle to level automatically approximately one to two minutes 2 Turn the air suspension switch on the right side of the trunk to OFF 3 Measure the height of a reference point on the front...

Page 210: ...ke sure that you leave enough slack in the chains to allow you to turn corners If you use a rental trailer follow the instructions that the rental agency gives you Connecting the trailer s brakes Elec...

Page 211: ...To get the proper equipment for hooking up your trailer s lights see your local trailer dealer and your Ford dealer Be sure to follow their instructions carefully If your vehicle is equipped with the...

Page 212: ...untry your vehicle may frequently shift between Overdrive and Third gears To prevent your vehicle from shifting too much press the Transmission Control Switch located on the shift lever This will also...

Page 213: ...injury or vehicle damage RWARNING To protect yourself when charging a battery always shield your face and eyes Make sure that you can breathe fresh air RWARNING Applying too much pressure on the ends...

Page 214: ...them to a 24 volt power supply either two 12 volt batteries in series or a 24 volt generator set 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle You could damage the vehicle s electrical syst...

Page 215: ...other end of the first cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery 3 Connect one end of the second cable to the negative s terminal of the booster battery NOT to the discharged battery 4 Co...

Page 216: ...200 The 4 6L SFI engine...

Page 217: ...the discharged battery Removing jumper cables 1 Always remove the jumper cables in the reverse order Remove the negative s end of the jumper cable from the metallic surface on the engine or frame of...

Page 218: ...and is designed for emergency use only Use it only when you get a flat tire and replace it as soon as you can This spare tire is marked with the words TEMPORARY USE ONLY so that you can easily identif...

Page 219: ...wheel use the wheel for any other type of vehicle drive through an automatic car wash with this tire Because the temporary spare tire is smaller than a conventional tire it reduces the ground clearanc...

Page 220: ...e Location The spare is stored in the trunk The spare tire location To remove the spare tire 1 Lift off the spare tire cover if equipped 2 Unscrew the wing nut holding down the spare tire 3 Lift out t...

Page 221: ...le is in P Park To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block the wheel both directions that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the ve...

Page 222: ...Remove any optional wheel covers or wheel ornaments with the tapered end of a wheel nut wrench Insert the handle of the wrench and twist it against the inner wheel cover flange For more about removin...

Page 223: ...til the tabs are against the side of the frame MAKE SURE THE JACK IS PROPERLY POSITIONED UNDER THE FRAME Turn the handle of the jack clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground RWARNING To...

Page 224: ...ntial housing as a lift point Jacking locations Locating the notch for the jack rear wheels Locating the notch for the jack front wheels 2 Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel clears the gro...

Page 225: ...rom wheel studs 4 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure that the air valve stem is facing outward 5 Reinstall the lug nuts tightening until the wheel is snug against the hub The bevele...

Page 226: ...N if so equipped Installation of the black dust shield When installing the regular tire reinstall the black dust shield by orienting and sliding the shield until it is flush with the hub rotor assembl...

Page 227: ...ver Remove the wheelcover from the wheel using the flanged end of the wheel nut wrench by inserting the handle and then prying against the inner wheelcover flange Install the wheelcover on the wheel w...

Page 228: ...registration card and return it to the manufacturer as soon as you buy the vehicle To replace the key wrench send the I D card to the manufacturer If the Engine Cranks But Does Not Start or Does Not S...

Page 229: ...clude wheel lift towing or flat bed towing Before your vehicle can be towed the air suspension switch in the luggage compartment needs to be turned to the OFF position It is recommended that your Crow...

Page 230: ...operator what kind of vehicle you have A towing manual is available from Ford Motor Company for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck driver refer to this manual for the proper hook...

Page 231: ...r comes first To purchase Roadside Assistance coverages beyond this period through Ford Auto Club contact your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer not available in Canada Roadside Assistance will cover the...

Page 232: ...Company has authorized Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealerships that can service your vehicle for you This chapter tells you how to get service or maintenance for your vehicle Service Maintenance Concerns...

Page 233: ...ore help than the dealer gave you contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center to find an authorized dealership that may be able to help In the U S contact If you live in Canada and have any questions...

Page 234: ...year and make of your vehicle the date purchased the current mileage on your vehicle your Vehicle Identification Number VIN listed on your owner card and or your vehicle ownership license Vehicle Iden...

Page 235: ...Does the Board Review The Board reviews all product performance and service complaints on Ford Mercury and Lincoln Cars and Ford and Mercury Light Trucks under warranty that have not been resolved by...

Page 236: ...re recruited and trained by an independent consulting firm Dealers are chosen because of their business leadership qualities If the involved vehicle is within 36 months and 36 000 miles of the date of...

Page 237: ...r acceptance or rejection of an award decision The decisions of the Board are binding on the dealer and Ford but customers may have other options available to them under state or federal law The decis...

Page 238: ...nance or repair orders that relate to the case the year make model and vehicle identification number the date you bought your vehicle the date of repair and the mileage at the time of repair the curre...

Page 239: ...estigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dea...

Page 240: ...d between a vehicle owner Ford of Canada and or one of its dealers that all parties can agree upon the owner may wish to use the services offered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP...

Page 241: ...to make sure local regulations do not prevent you from registering your vehicle Officials at the embassy can also help you decide whether you should import your vehicle to that country Officials at t...

Page 242: ...t the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership cannot help you write to If you are in other foreign countries contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership cannot help you they can direct you...

Page 243: ...ne accessories have been engineered specifically to fulfill your automotive needs They are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your Ford built vehicle In addition eac...

Page 244: ...ssories equipment passengers and luggage to your vehicle do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle GVWR GAWR as shown on the Safety Compliance Certification L...

Page 245: ...our vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use or are not properly installed For example when operated such systems may cause the engine to stumble or stall In addition...

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Page 249: ...he headlamp bulbs that can be replaced without tools We give you a Maintenance Schedule that makes tracking routine service for your vehicle easy The maintenance schedule is located in the Maintenance...

Page 250: ...mance in your vehicle Using these parts for replacement is your assurance that Ford built quality stays in your vehicle NOTE Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner Follow you...

Page 251: ...the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 2 Remove the key from the ignition after you turn the engine off 3 Block the wheels This will prevent your vehicle from moving unexpectedly Working with the...

Page 252: ...75 C The hood release under the instrument panel 2 Go around to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary catch that is located under the front edge of the hood at the center of the vehicle 1...

Page 253: ...pply lubricant to the hood latch at six month intervals to maintain smooth and trouble free operation 95 Engine Compartment Your vehicle has a 4 6 liter engine The following page shows a diagram of wh...

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Page 255: ...air intake must be covered Covering these components will help prevent water damage Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running Water getting into the engine may cause internal damage 95 Fillin...

Page 256: ...he pressure in the fuel tank can damage the fuel system or cause it to work improperly in a collision endangering you and your passengers NOTE If you replace your fuel cap with an aftermarket fuel fil...

Page 257: ...ing which can damage the engine Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly when you drive up a hill or when you accelerate However see your dealer or a qualified service technician i...

Page 258: ...U S These fuels are designed to further reduce emissions from your vehicle Generally you should not experience difficulties operating your vehicle on fuels containing oxygenates We encourage you to u...

Page 259: ...osure to unleaded gasoline vapors has caused cancer in laboratory animals If you are taking the medication Antabuse or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism vapor or skin contact w...

Page 260: ...reading 2 Every time you buy fuel record the amount in gallons or liters purchased 3 After at least 3 5 tankfuls fill the fuel tank and record the final odometer reading 4 Use these equations to calc...

Page 261: ...luggage racks bug deflectors etc Self Service Pointers If you choose to do your own fueling you should also perform a few simple maintenance routines This extra effort will save you additional money a...

Page 262: ...Oils labeled API SA SB SC SD SE SF or SG Additional engine oil additives oil treatments or engine treatments Engine oils with an SAE 5W 30 viscosity are PREFERRED for your vehicle They provide the be...

Page 263: ...back into the oil pan 2 Set the parking brake making sure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 3 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 4 Locate the engine oil dipstick highlighted in...

Page 264: ...e filler cap and use a funnel to pour oil into the opening Be careful not to overfill the engine Recheck the oil level after you finish adding oil Changing the Engine Oil and the Oil Filter Change the...

Page 265: ...battery before working near the fan Your vehicle s coolant protects your engine from overheating in the summer and from freezing in the winter Check the level of the coolant at least once a month Simp...

Page 266: ...clamps as specified in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet Repair or replace with Motorcraft hoses or equivalent as necessary Adding engine coolant RWARNING Do not put engine coolant in the c...

Page 267: ...th to press the cap down turn it and remove it 5 Stand away from the reservoir opening Hot steam may blow out or hot engine coolant may even splash out To find out how much engine coolant mixture your...

Page 268: ...C depending on your local climate conditions Below 40 you will lose freeze protection and above 60 your engine may overheat on a warm day NOTE The use of an improper coolant may void your warranty fo...

Page 269: ...e of engine coolant in your engine that has a protection rating of at least 34 F 37 C or whatever protection rating is appropriate for the climate in which you live Engine coolant drain and flush Prop...

Page 270: ...ll the reservoir until the coolant is at the FULL COLD level Reinstall the pressure cap to the fully installed position Start and idle the engine until the radiator upper hose is warm this indicates t...

Page 271: ...32 C and more often in temperatures above 90 F 32 C Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the level indicator Do not overfill If the level gets low you can add tap water to the battery provid...

Page 272: ...start the vehicle Let the engine idle for at least one minute Engine must be warm in order to learn Also allow approximately 10 miles 16 km of stop and go traffic for your vehicle s engine to complet...

Page 273: ...ad grime For safety reasons washer fluids containing an appropriate antifreeze such as methanol should be used in freezing weather temperatures below 32 F 0 C State or local regulations on Volatile Or...

Page 274: ...ts to clean your wiper blades These will damage your blades To make reaching the wiper blades easy simply turn the ignition to the ACC position and turn your wipers on Wait for them to reach a vertica...

Page 275: ...mended load limits see Load limits in the Index Make sure the weight of your load is evenly distributed Drive at safe speeds If you do not take these precautions your tires may fail or go flat Ford Mo...

Page 276: ...mmended size tires on the Safety Compliance Certification Label RWARNING Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control Tire...

Page 277: ...81 B Rotating the tires NOTE Use the five tire rotation only when the conventional spare wheel is the same as the road wheels Do not mix the steel wheel with aluminum wheels in tire rotation sequence...

Page 278: ...an others RWARNING When replacing full size tires never mix radial bias belted or bias type tires Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the tire pressure decal Make sure that all tires are the sa...

Page 279: ...Regulations Part 575 104 c 2 U S Department of Transportation Tire quality grades The U S Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as...

Page 280: ...ty to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire lif...

Page 281: ...llowing Make sure the chains are the right size for your tires Use only SAE Class S chains Other types may damage your vehicle Put the chains on tightly with the ends held down securely Verify that no...

Page 282: ...rly for instance the transmission may slip or shift slowly or you may notice some sign of fluid leakage the fluid level should be checked Checking the Automatic Transmission Fluid It is preferable to...

Page 283: ...icle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds or in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow the fluid to cool...

Page 284: ...oil change or at least once a year You can do this by looking at the fluid level in the plastic reservoir on the master cylinder Also see label on reservoir cap To locate the master cylinder see The...

Page 285: ...SA M6C25 A RWARNING If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3 you will cause permanent damage to your brakes Do not fill the reservoir above the MAX line 385 A The brake fluid reservoir If you find t...

Page 286: ...near the center of the NORMAL operating temperature range 2 While the engine idles turn the steering wheel back and forth several times Make sure that the cap assembly is installed at this time 3 Turn...

Page 287: ...If you must check the power steering fluid when it is cold make sure that the fluid reaches the MIN mark on the reservoir Fuses High Current Fuses Fuse Links and Circuit Breakers Fuses conventional a...

Page 288: ...for each electrical part of your vehicle If a fuse blows or a circuit breaker opens a circuit all the parts of your vehicle that use that circuit will not work Once you have determined which fuses or...

Page 289: ...273 The Instrument Panel Fuses Circuit Breakers and Relays 010395 K 1995...

Page 290: ...274 1995...

Page 291: ...circuit load exceeds their amperage rating High current fuses may be purchased from your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer The high current fuse panel is located in the engine compartment near the batte...

Page 292: ...276 The high current fuse panel 1995...

Page 293: ...277 The high current fuses and relays 1995...

Page 294: ...e fuse panel to the left of the steering column Remove the fuse panel cover to expose the fuse panel 2 Check the fuse to see if it is blown Look through the clear side of the fuse to see if the metal...

Page 295: ...s the specified amperage rating Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire 4 Replace the lower steering column finish panel Even after you replace a...

Page 296: ...tions If you replace a circuit breaker use one with the same amperage rating To remove a circuit breaker mounted in the fuse panel grip it with your finger and thumb and pull it straight out of its so...

Page 297: ...ignals side markers license plate lamp The alignment of your headlamps should be checked if oncoming motorists frequently signal you to turn off your vehicle s high beams when you do not have the high...

Page 298: ...ren s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated Do not remove the burned ou...

Page 299: ...socket Installing the headlamp bulb 1 Insert the glass envelope of the bulb into the socket while aligning the locking tabs 2 Rotate the bulb 1 4 turn to lock 3 Push the electrical connector into the...

Page 300: ...hole assembly up and over the retaining brackets Do not move upper part of plastic attachment brackets 3 Twist socket counterclockwise to remove from lamp 4 Pull bulb out of socket 5 Replace the burne...

Page 301: ...285 Using the Right Bulbs 42 I 1995...

Page 302: ...other vehicle components possibly causing a fire To make sure that the catalytic converter and the other emission control parts continue to work properly Use only unleaded fuel Avoid running out of f...

Page 303: ...t to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability It is the owner s responsibility to determine the equivalency of such parts Please consult your warranty booklet for complete warran...

Page 304: ...surges stalls or backfires Information about your vehicle s emission control system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information decal located on or near the engine This decal identifies engine disp...

Page 305: ...pted repeat the preceding step Any safe driving mode is acceptable between steps Always drive vehicle in safe manner according to traffic conditions and obey all traffic laws The engine must be warmed...

Page 306: ...eds to do 1 5 minute steady state throttle drives 7 Accelerate the vehicle up to between 45 and 60 mph 72 97 km h This should take approximately 5 minutes 8 Drive vehicle and hold the throttle steady...

Page 307: ...pecifications Refill Capacities NOTE Rear axle lube quantities must be replaced every 100 000 miles 160 000 km or if the axle has been submerged in water Otherwise the lube should not be checked or ch...

Page 308: ...on it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder For 4 6L 2V engines Cylinders 1 2 3 4 have a PG suffix Cylinders 5 6 7 8 have a P suffix If a spark plug needs to be replaced use only spark plugs with t...

Page 309: ...86 R NOTE Rear axle lube quantities must be replaced every 100 000 miles 160 000 km or if the axle has been submerged in water Otherwise the lube should not be checked or changed unless a leak is susp...

Page 310: ...ight if possible If vehicles are stored outside they require regular maintenance to protect against rust and damage Body Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt grease oil tar or mud from exterior surf...

Page 311: ...nk with high quality unleaded fuel until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel pump nozzle NOTE During extended periods of vehicle storage 60 days or more fuel may deteriorate due to oxidation This...

Page 312: ...y charge is maintained for quick starting NOTE If battery cables are disconnected it will be necessary to reset memory features Brakes Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released Tires Maint...

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Page 324: ...seating 18 tone generator 24 wearing safety belts 17 Air cleaner filter location 237 Air conditioning electronic automatic temperature control system 90 manual heating and air conditioning system 88 A...

Page 325: ...gencies 197 battery saver 128 charging system warning light 52 69 disconnecting 256 how to service 255 jumping a disabled battery 197 maintenance free 255 proper disposal recycling 255 replacement spe...

Page 326: ...Plan CAMVAP 224 Capacities for refilling fluids 291 Carbon monoxide in exhaust 43 Car seats for children see Child safety seats 26 Cassette tape player see Electronic sound system 149 161 Catalytic c...

Page 327: ...ior lamps 107 mirrors 141 plastic parts 6 polishing 6 rustproofing 6 safety belts 17 tail lamps 103 upholstery and interior trim 139 washing 5 wheels 266 Climate control system air conditioning 88 90...

Page 328: ...ion fluid 267 Dispute Settlement Board 219 Doors door ajar warning message 82 lubricant specifications 293 Driving under special conditions bad weather 186 heavy load 188 high water 187 slippery roads...

Page 329: ...237 starting 40 starting after a collision 45 storing your vehicle 295 Engine block heater 42 Engine coolant checking and adding 249 checking hoses 250 disposal 253 preparing for storage 295 proper s...

Page 330: ...ts 147 Fluid refill capacities 291 Ford Customer Assistance Center 217 Ford Dispute Settlement Board 219 Ford Extended Service Plan 4 Ford Motor Company of Canada 224 Ford of Canada Customer Assistanc...

Page 331: ...current fuse panel 276 instrument panel 271 Fuses charts 273 checking and replacing 278 circuit breakers 280 G Gas cap see Fuel cap 239 Gasoline see Fuel 239 Gauges Electronic engine coolant temperatu...

Page 332: ...281 cleaning 103 daytime running lights 102 flashing 110 high beam 110 replacing bulbs 281 turning on and off 103 Head restraints 133 Heated mirrors 142 Heating electronic automatic temperature contr...

Page 333: ...strument panel cleaning 108 lighting up panel and interior 105 location of components 87 Interval wipers 111 J Jack operation 207 positioning 208 Jump starting your vehicle attaching cables 199 discon...

Page 334: ...ted mirrors 143 interior lamps 105 map lamps 107 replacing bulbs 281 trailer 195 Lane change indicator see Turn signal 110 Lights warning and indicator air bag 52 68 air suspension 55 anti lock brakes...

Page 335: ...5 Master cylinder brakes 268 Memory seat programmable memory seat 138 Message center door ajar 82 english metric button 75 low washer fluid 81 reset button 75 select button 75 trunk ajar 82 Mirrors au...

Page 336: ...warning light 49 85 Parts see Motorcraft Parts 292 PCV valve specifications 292 Power distribution box see Fuses 271 Power door locks 122 Power features antenna 155 door locks 122 lumbar support 137 m...

Page 337: ...he batteries 130 Restraints safety see Safety restraints adult 7 child 24 head 133 infant 24 Roadside assistance 215 Roadside emergencies 197 Rotating the tires 260 S Safe driving tips 186 Safety belt...

Page 338: ...ry seat 138 reclining the seat 137 Serial number VIN 218 Service concerns 216 Servicing your vehicle precautions when servicing 234 Shift lock system 174 Side mirrors adjusting 141 heated 142 Snow tir...

Page 339: ...Supplemental air bag readiness light 52 68 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 17 T Tail lamps bulb replacement 285 cleaning 103 Temperature control see Climate control 88 Tether anchor installation se...

Page 340: ...176 Transmitter see Remote entry 128 Trip odometer 60 Trunk remote release lever 146 trunk ajar warning light 82 using the keys to open 145 using the remote entry system to open 129 Tune up specificat...

Page 341: ...3 Washer fluid reservoir 256 warning light 81 Weight limits GAWR GVWR 188 Wheels cleaning 266 covers 210 inspection and maintenance 259 Windows one touch down 133 power windows operating 132 rear def...

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