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ENGINE DATA

Engine

3.9L-4V V8 engine

Displacement

3 949 cc (241 cid)

Required fuel

91 octane

Firing order

1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8

Spark plug gap

0.99-1.09 mm (0.039-0.043 inch)

Ignition system

Coil on plug

Compression ratio

10.55:1

VEHICLE DIMENSIONS

Vehicle dimensions

mm (in)

(1) Overall length

4732mm (186.3 in)

(2) Overall width

1829mm (72.0 in)

(3) Overall height

1323 mm (52.1 in)

(4) Wheelbase

2722 mm (107.2 in)

(5) Track - Front

1537 mm (60.5 in)

(5) Track - Rear

1529 mm (60.2 in)

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Maintenance and Specifications

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Summary of Contents for 2002 Thunderbird

Page 1: ...trol 30 Lights 43 Headlamps 43 Turn signal control 46 Bulb replacement 46 Driver Controls 54 Windshield wiper washer control 54 Steering wheel adjustment 55 Power windows 56 Mirrors 58 Speed control 5...

Page 2: ...ch 146 Fuel pump shut off switch 146 Fuses and relays 147 Changing tires 156 Jump starting 161 Wrecker towing 167 Customer Assistance 168 Reporting safety defects U S only 177 Cleaning 178 Maintenance...

Page 3: ...photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the con...

Page 4: ...more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website In the United States www ford com In Canada www ford ca In Mexico www ford com mx In Australia www ford com au Addi...

Page 5: ...of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol BREAKING IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no...

Page 6: ...eat Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat Tether Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Traction Control AdvanceTrac Master Lighting Sw...

Page 7: ...l Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Corr...

Page 8: ...nctioning The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted and will not require towing Light turns on solid Temporary malfunctions may cause your light to illuminate Examples are Th...

Page 9: ...Continuing to operate the vehicle with the check fuel cap light on or a mis installed fuel cap can activate the Service Engine Soon Check Engine warning light It may take a long period of time for the...

Page 10: ...iced immediately If the ABS light remains on it means the anti lock brake system has malfunctioned and is disabled however the normal brake system will still function unless the brake warning light al...

Page 11: ...pecifications chapter If light stays on or continues to turn on after the vehicle warms up have your vehicle serviced Engine oil pressure Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range...

Page 12: ...ated Low washer fluid Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low Turn signal Illuminates when the turn signals or the hazard lights are turned on If the lights stay on continuously or flash f...

Page 13: ...or side airbags has been detected Have the supplemental restraint system inspected immediately Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on the key is removed from the...

Page 14: ...on as safely possible switch off the engine immediately and let the engine cool Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the e...

Page 15: ...he reserve fuel Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed Odometer Registers the total kilometers miles of the vehicle Trip odometer Registers the kilometers miles of individual journeys To rese...

Page 16: ...7 Select control 8 Balance fade control 9 Menu control 10 Radio preset controls 11 CD control 12 AM FM control 13 ON OFF and volume control 14 Load control for CDs 15 Shuffle control 16 Scan control 1...

Page 17: ...m setting To engage the speed sensitive volume feature press and hold the volume control for five seconds with the radio on then press to increase volume compensation to decrease or shut off the volum...

Page 18: ...lect the next disc Hold the control to fast forward through the remaining discs Seek function The seek function works in radio or CD mode Seek function in radio mode Press to find the next listenable...

Page 19: ...FM1 and six in FM2 Setting memory preset stations 1 Select the frequency band with the AM FM select control Press the AM FM control to toggle between AM FM1 or FM2 2 Press the SEEK control to access...

Page 20: ...6 of a loaded CD or press the TUNE control to access the other loaded CDs NO CD will display if the CD control is activated when there is not a CD present in the audio system If the CD control is pre...

Page 21: ...l choose the next available one Wait until the CD door opens Load the CD into the player LOADING CD is displayed When the CD has been loaded the door will close and the CD will begin to play For examp...

Page 22: ...or of the CD player the player will automatically reload the CD This feature may be used when the ignition is ON or OFF Rewind The rewind control works in CD modes Press and hold the REW control until...

Page 23: ...consistent listening level Press the MENU control until compression status is displayed Press the SEL control to enable the compression feature when COMPRESS OFF is displayed Press the SEL control aga...

Page 24: ...us available depending upon which mode or feature is activated While in FM mode two menus are available If RDS is turned OFF you can access the following SELECT HOURS Refer to Setting the clock SELECT...

Page 25: ...To activate RDS When in FM mode press the MENU control until RDS OFF displays Press the SEL control to engage this feature RDS ON RDS features Once the RDS feature is on press the MENU control to scr...

Page 26: ...the desired program type from the following selections Classic Country Info Jazz Oldies R B Religious Rock Soft Top 40 Show This feature allows you to select the type of RDS broadcast information the...

Page 27: ...ar concert hall capacity of about 2 000 CHURCH church with a high vault STADIUM outdoor stadium with a capacity of about 30 000 Press the DSP control again to access the occupancy modes Use the SEL co...

Page 28: ...recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players Irregular shaped CDs CDs with a scratch protection film attached and CDs with homemade paper adhesive...

Page 29: ...on AM stations by power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms Moving away from an interfering structure out of its shadow returns your reception to normal Station overload Weak signa...

Page 30: ...rature control 5 Rear defrost control 6 Heated wiper rest windshield control 7 Windshield and floor control 8 Floor control 9 Panel and floor control 10 Panel control 11 OFF control 12 AUTO control 13...

Page 31: ...s for individual comfort The system uses common controls for air distribution and fan speed for both driver and passenger Turning the DATC system on single zone control Press AUTO any of the override...

Page 32: ...EXT function if selected will continue to operate until the ignition is turned off DATC automatic operation Press AUTO and select the desired temperature The selected temperature will appear in the di...

Page 33: ...airflow direction and determines whether outside or recirculated air is required Manual control of the A C air recirculation and fan speed are available in auto mode If unusual conditions exist i e wi...

Page 34: ...re select any temperature between 19 C 65 F and 29 C 85 F by pressing the temperature control on the driver side of the system For continuous maximum cooling press the temperature control until 16 C 6...

Page 35: ...point temperatures in Celsius will be displayed in half degree increments Fan speed When AUTO is pressed fan speed is adjusted automatically for existing conditions You can override fan speed at any...

Page 36: ...matically dehumidify the air to reduce window fogging However the A C indicator will be off and the A C override control cannot be selected When AUTO is selected the A C operates automatically for exi...

Page 37: ...recirculated air operation and cancel automatic recirculated air operation press the recirculated air control When the recirculated air is manually controlled in the AUTO mode the AUTO indicator ligh...

Page 38: ...system will allow some airflow out of the outer instrument panel registers For added customer comfort the air distributed through the floor ducts may be slightly warmer than the air sent to the winds...

Page 39: ...deselect the operation of this feature The feature will run continuously unless a low battery condition is detected or unless the feature is manually deselected and will only activate when the vehicl...

Page 40: ...ging of the front side and rear windows Do not place objects under the front seat that will interfere with the airflow Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshi...

Page 41: ...may adjust their positions as part of the normal operating process To aid in side window defogging demisting in cold weather conditions 1 Select 2 Set the temperature control to full heat 3 Select A...

Page 42: ...l again CABIN AIR FILTER Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter This particulate air filtration system is designed to reduce the concentration of airborne particles such as dust spores and p...

Page 43: ...o OFF To turn autolamps on rotate the control counterclockwise The preselected time lapse is adjustable up to approximately three minutes by continuing to rotate the control counterclockwise To turn a...

Page 44: ...dlamps under these conditions may result in a collision High beams Pull toward you until control stops to activate Repeat to deactivate Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release t...

Page 45: ...of masking tape works well The center of the lamp is marked by a 3 0 mm circle on the headlamp lens 3 Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood 4 On the wall or...

Page 46: ...mps BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of the following lamps frequently Headlamps Tail lamps Brakelamps High mount brakelamp Turn signal lamps Supplemental parking lamps Front rear si...

Page 47: ...number Park turn lamps front 2 3457 AK amber Supplemental parking lamps if equipped 2 912 Front side marker lamps 4 194 Rear side marker lamps 2 194 Headlamps 2 9007 Rear stop turn tail lamps 2 3157K...

Page 48: ...mbly from the vehicle 3 Remove the screw from the back of the headlamp and pull headlamp forward 4 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward 5 Remove the bulb retaining rin...

Page 49: ...e lamp assembly Turn the bulb left or right to align the grooves in the plastic base with the tabs in the lamp assembly When the grooves are aligned push the bulb into the lamp assembly until the plas...

Page 50: ...rward 4 Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly 5 Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb 6 Install bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning clockw...

Page 51: ...the new bulb 4 To complete installation follow the removal procedure in reverse order Replacing supplemental parking lamp bulbs if equipped 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and...

Page 52: ...e re align the pins and push into place 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then open the trunk and carefully pull the carpet away to expose the nut and washer assemblies 2 Remo...

Page 53: ...ate lamp assembly from the vehicle 2 Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly 3 Carefully pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb 4 Install the lamp assembly on...

Page 54: ...e Speed dependent wipers When the windshield wiper control is set on the intermittent settings speed sensitive front wipers automatically adjust as the vehicle s speed changes Windshield wiper blades...

Page 55: ...elescope steering column Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving The steering column can be adjusted manually by moving the four way rocker adjustment control located on the multi f...

Page 56: ...instrument panel Do not use the auxiliary power point as a cigarette lighter The use of non Ford approved electrical accessories could cause damage not covered by your warranty Power outlets are desi...

Page 57: ...or until either front door is opened Short drop glass In order to improve door efforts and sealing your vehicle is equipped with short drop glass This feature lowers the glass when either door is open...

Page 58: ...Another possible effect of lost calibration is that the feature may not lower the window To re calibrate the window in this case lower the window until it completes its travel and hold the switch dow...

Page 59: ...ng the button with your master key In the event of battery failure you can open the trunk by using your master key on the key cylinder located behind the driver s seat SPEED CONTROL To turn speed cont...

Page 60: ...aster than the set speed This is normal Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above the set speed on a downhill If your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed while driving...

Page 61: ...se SET You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed To set a low...

Page 62: ...speed control Press CANCEL or depress the brake pedal Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed Drive...

Page 63: ...ph Indicator light This light comes on when the vehicle speed control is engaged and actively controlling vehicle speed STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS These controls allow you to operate some audio control f...

Page 64: ...ute the playing media Press again to return to the playing media If your vehicle is equipped with a factory installed cellular phone refer to the Phone Mute Mode section of the Audio chapter CONVERTIB...

Page 65: ...the accessory delay mode It is recommended that the vehicle s engine is running when lowering the top to prevent draining the battery 2 Check the convertible top stowage compartment behind the seat to...

Page 66: ...e unfasten the snaps 4 Pull forward and lift off Raising the convertible top To raise the convertible top 1 Bring the vehicle to a complete stop Put the vehicle in the P Park position The convertible...

Page 67: ...orward toward the windshield header 5 Press the button on the convertible top handle and pull the handle down to open both top clamps before the top meets the windshield header 6 Resume pushing the co...

Page 68: ...top after prolonged storage with the top in the down position over the winter or in colder temperatures This difficulty will decline over time with warmer temperatures and the convertible top in the...

Page 69: ...f the removable top Your vehicle must be turned OFF and placed in PARK on a level surface prior to installing or removing the top Before installing the removable top unsnap and properly store the conv...

Page 70: ...ion so that the pins are placed into the bracket receivers 4 Position the front of the top so that the locating tabs on each side are placed in the mounting castings Ensure that the weather strip on t...

Page 71: ...windscreen panel of your vehicle 8 Turn and lock the levers fully forward The levers are locked when you feel the spring engage and the levers are pointing toward the front of the vehicle 9 Using the...

Page 72: ...creen panel of your vehicle 3 Push the two screws down into the windscreen panel of your vehicle 4 Undo the locking levers at the rear right and left sides of the vehicle Rotate the levers rearward wh...

Page 73: ...e second set of chrome buttons top and bottom for the opposite leg until the leg snaps into place 5 Turn the rack over on its wheels and place the removable top storage rack on a flat level surface Ma...

Page 74: ...t To unlock the wheels pull up on the lower portion of the plastic tab located on the tip of each wheel Place the mounting key in a safe place to use again Keep your removable top clean by placing the...

Page 75: ...lders Ash tray POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the driver floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in Make sure that the mat does not...

Page 76: ...ks With the key in the ignition and the driver s door open the doors cannot be locked using the driver s power door lock switches If this is attempted both doors will lock then the driver s door will...

Page 77: ...en could lock themselves in the trunk and risk injury Children should be taught not to play in vehicles On hot days the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly Exposure of p...

Page 78: ...nd the gear shift is in P Park The personal alarm feature however will not operate when the ignition is in the RUN position When the vehicle is armed the power door locks and remote trunk release cont...

Page 79: ...ore driving your vehicle The trunk may appear closed but it may not be latched Failure to do so may cause objects to fall out of the trunk or block rear view vision Activating the personal alarm Press...

Page 80: ...THE TRANSMITTER APART 2 Place the positive side of new battery in the same orientation Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit 3 Snap the two halves back together Replacement of the battery...

Page 81: ...unlock one last time to confirm completion of programming Illuminated entry The illuminated entry feature will automatically turn on the interior lamps when the remote transmitter unlock control is pr...

Page 82: ...l then press the lock control The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice one short and one long chirp if autolock was activated 7 Turn the ignition to OFF The horn will chirp once t...

Page 83: ...or flashes rapidly have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician Key information Your vehicle is supplied with two coded keys Only a coded key will start your vehicle Spare cod...

Page 84: ...start condition If an unprogrammed key is used in the ignition it will cause a no start condition Programming spare keys A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle Only SecuriLock keys can...

Page 85: ...onds and then go out If not successful the new coded key s will not start the vehicle s engine the theft indicator will flash on and off and you may repeat steps 1 through 6 If failure repeats bring y...

Page 86: ...tem is ready to arm whenever the key is out of the ignition The system will arm 20 seconds after one of the following actions Press the remote transmitter lock control Open a door and press the power...

Page 87: ...p limit head motion in the event of a rear collision To properly adjust your head restraints lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as pos...

Page 88: ...e hips while the vehicle is moving To adjust the front seatback using the manual recliner Lift and hold the handle located on the side of the seat Lean against the seatback to adjust it to your desire...

Page 89: ...the event of a collision The seat position control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion Press front to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion Press rear to raise or lower...

Page 90: ...ackward SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions The driver and passenger seat must be in the upright position and the lap belt must be snug and low across the hips while the vehicle is moving...

Page 91: ...re likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be use...

Page 92: ...eature at the front outboard seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head on collision This seat belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out...

Page 93: ...e The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement For example if the driver brakes s...

Page 94: ...is installed in the vehicle Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter How to disengage the automatic locking mode Unbuckle the combination lap and shou...

Page 95: ...sor system as the front air bag supplemental restraint system SRS When the safety belt pretensioner deploys webbing from the lap and shoulder belt is tightened The driver and front passenger seat belt...

Page 96: ...the driver that the driver s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster If Then The driver s safety belt is not...

Page 97: ...ossible this can improve comfort I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident BeltMinder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Safety belts don t work Safety belts when used properly reduce ris...

Page 98: ...y before proceeding with the deactivation activation programming procedure The BeltMinder feature can be deactivated activated by performing the following procedure Before following the procedure make...

Page 99: ...second for three seconds Followed by three seconds with the safety belt warning light off Once again the safety belt warning light will flash four times per second for three seconds 9 After receiving...

Page 100: ...need to be replaced Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted Failure to inspect and if necessary repla...

Page 101: ...10 inches between an occupant s chest and the driver air bag module Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries Steps you...

Page 102: ...child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back and turn the passenger air bag off Refer to Passenger air bag ON OFF switch in this chapter of the owner s guide How does the safety belt pr...

Page 103: ...oying air bag may also cause abrasions swelling or temporary hearing loss Because air bags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force there is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fract...

Page 104: ...onal The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrument cluster chapter Routine mainten...

Page 105: ...ON position the OFF light illuminates briefly momentarily shuts off and then turns back on This indicates that the passenger front and side air bags are deactivated If the light fails to illuminate wh...

Page 106: ...certain types of crashes When you turn OFF your air bag you not only lose the protection of the air bag you also may reduce the effectiveness of your safety belt system which was designed to work with...

Page 107: ...rear seat too small to accommodate a rear facing infant seat or the infant has a medical condition which according to the infant s physician makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front so...

Page 108: ...ar seat or the rear seat in my vehicle cannot accommodate a rear facing infant seat or the infant has a medical condition which according to the infant s physician makes it necessary for the infant to...

Page 109: ...nder the Transport Canada deactivation criteria Side air bag system Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the air bag cover on the side of the seatbacks of the front seats or in front sea...

Page 110: ...use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side air bags and increase the risk of injury in an accident Do not lean your head on the door The side air bag could injure you as it d...

Page 111: ...eats In certain lateral collisions the air bag on the side affected by the collision will be inflated even if the respective seat is not occupied The air bag was designed to inflate between the door p...

Page 112: ...fer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrument cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required Any difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following Th...

Page 113: ...ments regarding the safety of children in your vehicle Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collisio...

Page 114: ...hips and the knees bend comfortably Booster seats also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably for growing children When children should use booster seats Children need to use booster s...

Page 115: ...would be a better choice Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped with lap shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lbs The shoulder belt should cross the chest resting snugly on...

Page 116: ...towels to boost a child They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is...

Page 117: ...the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage For more information on top tether straps...

Page 118: ...e shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together 3 While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat m...

Page 119: ...e retractor in the automatic locking mode grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard 6 Allow the belt to retract The belt will cli...

Page 120: ...rough nine Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward facing child safety seats include a tether strap which...

Page 121: ...the bottom back of the passenger seat 3 Route the child safety seat tether strap under the head restraint and over the back of the seat 4 Grasp the tether strap and position it to the seat frame Seat...

Page 122: ...5 Rotate the tether strap 6 Clip the tether strap to the anchor on the seat frame 7 Rotate the tether strap clip Seating and Safety Restraints 122...

Page 123: ...at specific seating positions in your vehicle This type of child seat eliminates the need to use safety belts to attach the child seat For forward facing child seats the tether strap must also be att...

Page 124: ...to lift the child seat off the seat when the child is seated in it Keep the tether strap just snug without raising the front of the child seat Keeping the child seat just touching the front of the veh...

Page 125: ...ays set the parking brake 3 ACCESSORY allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running 4 RUN all electrical circuits operational Warning lights illuminate...

Page 126: ...le have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine s idle revolutions per minute RPM When t...

Page 127: ...n the key to 5 START without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine starts The key will return to 4 RUN 2 If the temperature is above 12 C 10 F and the engine does not start...

Page 128: ...ical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects...

Page 129: ...ust salt or mud If a metal to metal continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present while braking the brake linings may be worn out and should be inspected by a qualified service technician...

Page 130: ...i lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released If your brake warning lamp illuminates have yo...

Page 131: ...ping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park Your b...

Page 132: ...ce covered roads This is especially evident if wheel spin up should occur while turning During Traction Control operation you may hear an electric motor type of sound coming from the engine compartmen...

Page 133: ...evel below the MIN mark on the reservoir If the power steering system breaks down or if the engine is turned off you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort If the steering wanders or...

Page 134: ...re working If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in eac...

Page 135: ...transmission may shift firmly This operation is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation to its optimum shift feel Understanding gearshift positions Pull the gearshift lever towa...

Page 136: ...vehicle will move backward Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift lever in N Neutral the vehicle can be started and is free to roll Hold...

Page 137: ...en driving with a heavy load towing a trailer up or down steep hills additional engine downhill braking is desired If towing a trailer refer to Driving while you tow in the Trailer Towing section of t...

Page 138: ...ower gear and will shift to 3 Third after vehicle decelerates to the proper speed 2 Second Use 2 Second to start up on slippery roads or to provide additional engine braking on downgrades Upshifts can...

Page 139: ...the bottom of the hubs for trucks or the bottom of the wheel rims for cars Once through the water always try the brakes Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes Drying can be im...

Page 140: ...ion any required option weight for trailer towing and the weight of the driver from the GCWR for the towing vehicle Maximum Trailer Weight Maximum weight of a trailer the loaded vehicle including occu...

Page 141: ...iring to connect the trailer tow module to the electrical system and to the trailer This option is available through your dealer or through Ford Customer Service Division Please refer to Preparing to...

Page 142: ...o not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper Use a load carrying hitch You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10 15 of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue Safety cha...

Page 143: ...r long distances your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for more information Trailer towing tips Practice turning stopping and backing up b...

Page 144: ...pair required RECREATIONAL TOWING ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground such as behind a recr...

Page 145: ...dealership one tow per disablement Even non warranty related tows like accidents or getting stuck in the mud or snow are covered some exclusions apply such as impound towing or repossession Canadian c...

Page 146: ...stance coverage you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty s Roadside Assistance expiring For more information and enrollment contact 1 877 294 2582 or visit our website at www fo...

Page 147: ...for leaks 3 If no fuel leak is apparent reset the fuel pump shut off switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition to the RUN position Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the...

Page 148: ...2A Grey Grey 3A Violet Violet 4A Pink Pink 5A Tan Tan 7 5A Brown Brown 10A Red Red 15A Blue Blue 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A Orange Green...

Page 149: ...sor 8 5A Right hand turn park side marker 9 15A Right hand headlamp 10 5A Left hand turn park side marker 11 15A Left hand headlamp 12 10A Pad switch SEE OWNER S MANUAL RELAY 1 REPLACEMENT FUSES FUSE...

Page 150: ...Tilt Tele motors 20 10A FEM DATC Cluster 21 10A Not used spare 22 10A Not used spare 23 10A Not used spare 24 5A PATS transceiver 25 10A Washer pump 26 3A Windshield wiper relay 27 10A Radio Cellphone...

Page 151: ...systems from overloads Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses To reduce risk of electrical shock always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting...

Page 152: ...5 20A Fuel injectors 6 15A Transmission solenoid 7 Not used 8 20A Power point 9 Not used 10 15A IAC solenoid 11 15A HEGO s 12 10A Coil on plug 13 Not used RELAY 14 RELAY 15 RELAY 11 RELAY 12 RELAY 10...

Page 153: ...2 Mini Relay Wiper park Relay 03 Mini Relay Coil on plug and HEGOs Relay 04 Mini Relay Heated wiper park relay Relay 05 Mini Relay Auxiliary coolant pump V8 engines Relay 06 Mini Relay Horns Relay 07...

Page 154: ...of electrical shock always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to...

Page 155: ...top lamp 8 5A Center high mounted stop lamp 9 Not used 10 Not used 11 Not used 12 5A REM logic if equipped 13 Not used 14 5A Convertible top relay coil 15 5A Alternator sense 16 Not used 17 15A Fuel p...

Page 156: ...use of tire sealants is not recommended and may compromise the integrity of your tires Temporary spare tire information Your vehicle may have a temporary or full size spare tire The temporary spare ti...

Page 157: ...andling stability and braking performance Comfort and noise Ground clearance and parking at curbs Winter driving capability Tire change procedure To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a t...

Page 158: ...argo cover and remove the spare tire jack and tool bag with lug wrench 4 Loosen each wheel lug nut one half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground Roadsi...

Page 159: ...the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire 6 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench 7 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall lug...

Page 160: ...he wheels Anti theft lug nuts if equipped If your vehicle is equipped with this feature one of the lug nuts on each wheel must be removed and replaced with a special key The key and registration card...

Page 161: ...t in injury or vehicle damage Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin eyes and clothing if contacted Do not attempt to push start your vehicle Automatic transmissions do not have push star...

Page 162: ...the battery cables Ensure the vent caps are tight and level 5 Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges Turn all other accessories off Connecting the jumper cables 1 Con...

Page 163: ...ting battery 4 Make the final connection of the negative cable to the spare tire tie down stud Your vehicle may be equipped with a plastic cap on top of the tire tie down stud This cap must be removed...

Page 164: ...tem parts Jump starting 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed 2 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle 3 Once the disabled vehicle has been start...

Page 165: ...2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery 3 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery Roadside Emergencies 165...

Page 166: ...tive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its id...

Page 167: ...wed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment Do not tow with a slingbelt Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle da...

Page 168: ...or are unsatisfied with the service you are receiving follow these steps 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing dealership 2 If your inquiry or concern remai...

Page 169: ...1 800 521 4140 TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 www ford com In Canada Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 1 800 565 3673...

Page 170: ...a in Canada It provides the following Benefits during the warranty period depending on the plan you purchase such as reimbursement for rentals coverage for certain maintenance and wear items Protectio...

Page 171: ...ord dealership sales disputes between customer and dealer except those associated with warranty repairs or concerns with the vehicle s performance as designed a request for reimbursement of consequent...

Page 172: ...your application The toll free phone number of the DSB s independent administrator Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company representative will then be asked to submit statements To properly review yo...

Page 173: ...a month it may take longer for the Board to consider some cases After a case is reviewed the Board mails you a decision letter and a form on which to accept or reject the Board s decision The decisio...

Page 174: ...sions are fast fair and final the arbitrator s award is binding both to you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces For more information without charge or obl...

Page 175: ...ate outside of the U S or Canada register your vehicle identification number VIN and new address with Ford Motor Company Worldwide Direct Market Operations ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER S LITERATURE To or...

Page 176: ...ad a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if within the first 18 months of ownership of a new vehicle or the first 29 000 km 18 000 miles whichever...

Page 177: ...gation 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 dealer...

Page 178: ...to remove and cause damage to the vehicle Immediately remove items such as gasoline diesel fuel bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim ov...

Page 179: ...rm wheel rims or covers Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish on your wheel rims or covers Chemical strength cleaners or cleaning chemicals in combination with brush agitation to re...

Page 180: ...ent use Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Removal B7A 19520 AA WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield rear window and wiper blades should be cleaned regularly If the wiper does not wipe properly s...

Page 181: ...and suntan lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the painted surfaces CONVERTIBLE TOP AND PADDED MOLDING Wash with Motorcraft Triple Clean ZC 13 which is available from your dealer Do not use s...

Page 182: ...h or dye on the vehicle s safety belts as these actions may weaken the belt webbing LEATHER SEATS Your leather seating surfaces have a clear protective coating over the leather To clean use a soft clo...

Page 183: ...C 93 Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner Canada only CXC 94 Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner not available in Canada ZC 11 A Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover not available in Canada B7...

Page 184: ...VEHICLE Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle Do not work on a hot engine When the engine is running keep loose clothing jewelry or long hair away from moving parts Do not w...

Page 185: ...nd do not remove it while the engine is running OPENING THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located at the bottom left of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle a...

Page 186: ...1 Engine oil filler cap 2 Engine oil dipstick 3 Brake fluid reservoir 4 Engine coolant reservoir 5 Power steering fluid reservoir 6 Air filter assembly 7 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8 Power dis...

Page 187: ...stem If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 4 5 C 40 F use washer fluid with antifreeze protection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in imp...

Page 188: ...OT ADD OIL If the oil level is below the MIN mark add enough oil to raise the level within the MIN MAX range Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage Some oil must be removed from the eng...

Page 189: ...ine Engines by the American Petroleum Institute API Use Motorcraft or an equivalent oil meeting Ford specification WSS M2C153 H SAE 5W 20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance m...

Page 190: ...its life of service For longer trouble free operation keep the top of the battery clean and dry Make certain that the vent hose is attached Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fas...

Page 191: ...ery is installed the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance To begin this process 1 With the vehicle at a complete stop set the parking brake 2 Pu...

Page 192: ...reeze point of 36 C 34 F Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester 014 R1060 The level of coolant should be mai...

Page 193: ...the recommended interval the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty If the reservoir is low or empty add engine coolant to the reservoir Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter Note...

Page 194: ...res check your coolant reservoir or contact your local dealer Note Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets VC 6 darkens the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from yellow to go...

Page 195: ...e coolant pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir an opaque plastic bottle Slowly turn cap counterclockwise left until pressure begins to release 3 Step back while the pressure releases 4 When yo...

Page 196: ...ate manner Follow your community s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle s cooling system can hold...

Page 197: ...ngine power will be limited The air conditioning system will be disabled Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the engine will completely shut down causing steering and braking...

Page 198: ...engine cooling fan hydraulic fluid Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules If adding fluid is necessary use only MERCON ATF Check the fluid level when it is at amb...

Page 199: ...e serious injury or death if misused or mishandled Gasoline may contain benzene which is a cancer causing agent Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel Extinguish all smoking ma...

Page 200: ...sult If fuel is splashed on the skin promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adverse reaction When refueling always shut the engine off a...

Page 201: ...system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it...

Page 202: ...soline If the problems persist see your dealer or a qualified service technician It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use high quality fuel o...

Page 203: ...asuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you the driver You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible Fuel expense frequency of fill ups...

Page 204: ...stribution the same every time Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent Calculating fuel economy 1 Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading...

Page 205: ...y Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between fourth and fifth gear occurs Unnecessary sh...

Page 206: ...uel efficient than two wheel drive operation Close windows for high speed driving EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker Contact your dealer if the window sticker is n...

Page 207: ...ission control system is not working properly Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehi...

Page 208: ...do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete POWER STEERING FLUID Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules If adding fluid is necessary use o...

Page 209: ...M6C25 A Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter DOT 3 fluid is recommended However if DOT 3 is not available DOT 4 fluid can be used Brake fluid is toxic If brake fluid contacts the eyes flu...

Page 210: ...f fluid used is indicated on the transmission fluid pan extension housing and also in the Lubricant specifications section in this chapter Use of a non approved automatic transmission fluid may cause...

Page 211: ...filter element 1 Loosen the hose clamp on the outlet tube at the air filter housing 2 Release the two clamps that secure the cover to the air filter housing and place the cover aside Maintenance and S...

Page 212: ...nd where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that...

Page 213: ...d on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C...

Page 214: ...cated on the passenger side door Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and or personal injury Tire...

Page 215: ...gn e g All Terrain Touring etc as originally offered by Ford Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and increase the risk of loss of vehicle control vehic...

Page 216: ...RAFT PART NUMBERS Component 3 9L 4V V8 engine Air filter element FA 1679 Fuel filter FG 986 Battery BXT 66 650 Oil filter FL 2008 PCV valve N A Spark plugs AGSP 32F Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control...

Page 217: ...aft MERCON V ATF Automatic 5R55N 11 2L 11 9 quarts 5 Windshield washer fluid Ultra Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate All Fill to line on reservoir 1 Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford spec...

Page 218: ...hnician LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford part name Ford part number Ford specification Brake fluid Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid 1 PM 1 ESA M6C25 A and DOT 3 Door weath...

Page 219: ...id Motorcraft MERCON V ATF 3 XT 5 QM MERCON V Windshield washer fluid Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate ZC 32 A WSB M8B16 A2 1 Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specification...

Page 220: ...mm 0 039 0 043 inch Ignition system Coil on plug Compression ratio 10 55 1 VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions mm in 1 Overall length 4732mm 186 3 in 2 Overall width 1829mm 72 0 in 3 Overall height...

Page 221: ...n the driver s side 3 5 2 MFD BY FORD MOTOR CO IN U S A EXT PNT XXXXXX XXXXXX RC XX DSO XXXX BAR INT TR TP PS R AXLE TR SPR X XX XXX X XX X XXXX XXXXX XXXXX UPC F85B 1520472 AB DATE XXXXX GVWR XXXXXXX...

Page 222: ...number 1 World manufacturer identifier 2 Brake type and gross vehicle weight rating GVWR 3 Vehicle line series body type 4 Engine type 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence...

Page 223: ...iod as well as any component damaged by the defective accessory The accessory will be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit 12 months or 20 000 km 12 000 miles whichever occurs fir...

Page 224: ...hicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if the...

Page 225: ...210 fluid checking 210 fluid refill capacities 216 fluid specification 220 Auxiliary power point 56 Axle lubricant specifications 218 220 refill capacities 216 B Battery 190 acid treating emergencies...

Page 226: ...Assistance 145 Ford accessories for your vehicle 183 Ford Extended Service Plan 170 Getting assistance outside the U S and Canada 174 Getting roadside assistance 145 Getting the service you need 168...

Page 227: ...ter specifications 203 216 fuel pump shut off switch 146 gauge 15 improving fuel economy 203 low fuel warning light 12 octane rating 202 220 quality 202 running out of fuel 203 safety information rela...

Page 228: ...7 cargo lamps 44 daytime running light 43 headlamps 43 headlamps flash to pass 44 instrument panel dimming 44 interior lamps 46 47 replacing bulbs 46 48 50 53 Lane change indicator see Turn signal 46...

Page 229: ...s 56 R Radio 16 Radio reception 28 29 Rear window defroster 42 Relays 147 Remote entry system 77 79 illuminated entry 81 locking unlocking doors 76 78 79 opening the trunk 79 panic alarm 79 replacemen...

Page 230: ...ng 144 trailer towing 141 wrecker 167 Traction control 131 active light 11 Transmission 10 133 fluid checking and adding automatic 210 fluid refill capacities 216 lubricant specifications 218 220 manu...

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