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Ford Aviator 2005, Owner'S Manual

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FIND Program type:

Allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for a

certain category of music format: Classic, Country, Info, Jazz, Oldies,
R&B, Religious, Rock, Soft, Top 40.
Press and hold MENU until RDS XX is shown in the display. Press MENU
until FIND appears in the display. Use SEL to scroll through music types.
Press SEEK or SCAN to search for a station playing the requested music
category.

Show TYPE:

Displays the station’s call letters or music format.

Press and hold MENU until RDS XX is shown in the display. Press MENU
until SHOW appears in the display. Use SEL to select NAME or TYPE.

Compression:

Brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more

consistent listening level when in CD mode. Press MENU until
compression status is displayed. Press the SEL control to enable the
compression feature when COMPRESS OFF is displayed. Press the SEL
control again to disable the feature when COMPRESS ON is displayed.

Occupancy mode:

Press MENU until occupancy mode appears in the

display. Press SEL to select ALL, DRIVER or REAR SEAT occupancy
mode.

Autoset:

Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without

losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Press
MENU until AUTOSET appears in the display. Press SEL to toggle
ON/OFF. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in
preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the
system will store the last one in the remaining presets.

Speed sensitive volume:

Radio volume changes automatically and

slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise.
Recommended level is 1–3. Level 0 turns the feature off and level 7 is
the maximum setting.
Press MENU until SPEED VOL X appears in the display. Then press SEL
to increase (

) or decrease (

) the volume setting. The level will

appear in the display.

Setting the clock:

Your vehicle is equipped with a separate in-dash

clock. Refer to

Setting the clock

in the Driver Controls chapter.

Folder/Track Mode:

In MP3 mode, press MENU until MODE appears in

the display. Use SEL to toggle between FOLDER (only tracks within
selected folder are accessible) or TRACK (all tracks on disc are
accessible) MODE.

2005 Aviator

(231)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA

(fus)

Entertainment Systems

32

Summary of Contents for Aviator 2005

Page 1: ... automatic temperature control 100 Auxiliary passenger climate control 102 Rear window defroster 103 Lights 104 Headlamps 104 Turn signal control 109 Bulb replacement 111 Driver Controls 120 Windshield wiper washer control 120 Power windows 126 Mirrors 129 Speed control 131 Message center 141 Locks and Security 159 Keys 159 Locks 159 Anti theft system 160 Table of Contents 1 2005 Aviator 231 Owner...

Page 2: ...ng 255 Trailer towing 262 Recreational towing 268 Driving 269 Starting 269 Brakes 272 Traction control AdvanceTrac 275 Transmission operation 280 Roadside Emergencies 296 Getting roadside assistance 296 Hazard flasher switch 297 Fuel pump shut off switch 297 Fuses and relays 298 Jump starting 308 Wrecker towing 313 Customer Assistance 314 Reporting safety defects U S only 322 Cleaning 323 Table of...

Page 3: ...66 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including 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 contents without notice and without incurring obligation Copyright 2005 Ford Motor Company Table of Contents 3 2005 Avi...

Page 4: ...mpany 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 Additional owner information is given in separate publications This Owner s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle Furthermore due to print...

Page 5: ...nd 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 Your vehicle does not need an extensive break in Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km of new vehicle operation Vary your speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to bre...

Page 6: ...ervicing your vehicle Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle event data recorders are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the occupants potentially including information such as how various systems in your vehicle ...

Page 7: ...e control vehicle rollover personal injury or death Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter Using your vehicle with a snowplow Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package Middle East N...

Page 8: ...arning Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat Tether Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Powertrain Malfunction Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Introduction 8 ...

Page 9: ...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 Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Emission System Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check fuel cap Low tire warning 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Introduction 9 ...

Page 10: ...m OBD II has detected a malfunction Refer to On board diagnostics OBD II in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter If the light is blinking engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter Drive in a moderate fashion avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration and have your vehicle serviced immediately Under engine misfire conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could da...

Page 11: ... continues to flash a malfunction has been detected have the system serviced immediately Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated Air bag readiness If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON continues to flash or remains on have the system serviced immediately A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint ...

Page 12: ...uminate for 3 seconds to ensure the bulb is working If the light does not turn ON have the system inspected by your servicing dealership For more information on this system refer to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter O D off Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off refer to the Driving chapter If the lig...

Page 13: ... the high beam headlamps are turned on Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver s door is opened Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on the ignition is off the key is not in the ignition and the driver s door is opened Door ajar warning chime Sounds when any door or liftgate ...

Page 14: ...nance and Specifications chapter Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot Odometer Registers the total miles kilometers of the vehicle Refer to Message Center in the Drivers Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English Trip odometer Registers the miles kilometers of individual journeys Press and release the message center INFO button until T...

Page 15: ...should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is being refueled When the gauge first indicates empty there is a small amount of reserve fuel in the tank When refueling the vehicle from empty indication the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located R...

Page 16: ...you to increase or decrease the audio system s bass output Press BASS then press SEL to decrease or increase the bass levels TREB Treble Allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s treble output Press TREB then press SEL to decrease or increase the treble levels 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 16 ...

Page 17: ...et station tune the radio to the desired station then press and hold the memory preset control until the sound returns 7 SEL Select Use to adjust bass treble balance and fade levels 8 Side Press to play the alternate side of the tape Dolby Dolby威 noise reduction Reduces tape noise and hiss press to activate deactivate The Dolby威 noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Labor...

Page 18: ...RDS equipped stations for a certain category of music format Classic Country Info Jazz Oldies R B Religious Rock Soft Top 40 Press RDS until FIND appears in the display then use SEL control to scroll through the desired music types Press SEEK or SCAN to find program type Show TYPE Allows you to display radio station call sign or format To activate press RDS until SHOW appears in the display then u...

Page 19: ...emory preset stations Press the CD control to toggle between CD and DVD if equipped 16 Power volume Press to turn the system on off Turn to raise lower the volume If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on Audio power can also be turned on by pressing the AM FM select...

Page 20: ...d CD players Irregular shaped CDs CDs with a scratch protection film attached and CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels should not be inserted into the CD player The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels Ballpoint pens may damage CDs Please contact your dealer for further infor...

Page 21: ...ocessing Press DSP to access the Ambiance menu Ambiance gives the feeling of being there to your music creating increased clarity as well as an open and spacious feel to the music Press SEL to engage disengage Turn the volume control to increase decrease the level of ambiance Occupancy Press DSP again to change the occupancy mode to optimize sound for ALL SEATS DRIVER SEAT or REAR SEATS Press SEL ...

Page 22: ...ng RDS data Traffic information is not available in most U S markets FIND Program type Allows you to search RDS equipped stations for a certain category of music format Classic Country Info Jazz Oldies R B Religious Rock Soft Top 40 Show TYPE Displays the station s call letters and format Shuffle When in CD mode press to play tracks in a random order Press MENU until SHUF appears in the display Us...

Page 23: ...n the display When the six strongest stations are filled the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing If there are less than six strong stations the system will store the last one in the remaining presets Press again to disengage 13 Power volume Press to turn ON OFF turn to increase or decrease volume levels Speed sensitive volume Radio volume changes automatically and slightly with vehicle s...

Page 24: ...formation 16 Scan Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks Press again to stop 17 Disc Tune Press or to manually tune down up the radio frequency band or to listen to the previous next track on the CD CAT CAT is only available when equipped with Satellite Radio Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability The kit to enable Satellite reception is av...

Page 25: ...eject a CD 3 BASS Allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s bass output Press BASS then press SEL to decrease or increase the bass levels TREB Treble Allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s treble output Press TREB then press SEL to decrease or increase the treble levels 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 25 ...

Page 26: ... title artist text or album text may be viewed while playing an MP3 selection Press TEXT to scroll through the text fields The display will scroll through all of the text in the current field before changing to the next field TEXT must be pressed within three seconds of the previous button press to proceed to the next last text display The last text field shown on the display will become the new d...

Page 27: ...TE Press to mute the playing media Press again to return to the playing media 12 MENU Press to access the following options Compression Brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level when in CD mode Press MENU until compression status is displayed Press SEL to enable the compression feature when COMPRESS OFF is displayed Press SEL again to disable the feature when ...

Page 28: ... last one in the remaining presets Setting the clock Your vehicle is equipped with a separate in dash clock Refer to Setting the clock in the Driver Controls chapter 13 TUNE CAT In radio mode press to manually advance up down the frequency band In satellite radio mode press CAT for a listing of available music categories CAT CAT is only available when equipped with Satellite Radio Your radio comes...

Page 29: ...side up CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4 75 in 12 cm audio compact discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain 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 labels should not be inserted into the CD player The label m...

Page 30: ...s The display will scroll all of the text in the current field before changing to the next field TEXT must be pressed within 3 seconds of the previous button press to proceed to the next last text display TEXT is also available when equipped with Satellite radio Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your deal...

Page 31: ...ff Use SEL to toggle RDS ON OFF Press MENU again to access Traffic mode Program Type mode or Show Type mode MENU must be pressed within 10 seconds to proceed to the next RDS mode The Federal Communications Commission FCC and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC recommend that FM radio broadcasters use RDS technology to transmit information FM radio stations are independently o...

Page 32: ... REAR SEAT occupancy mode Autoset Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM FM1 FM2 Press MENU until AUTOSET appears in the display Press SEL to toggle ON OFF When the six strongest stations are filled the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing If there are less than six strong stations the system will store the las...

Page 33: ...on is reached 16 SAT if equipped Your radio comes equipped with Satellite Ready capability The kit to enable the Satellite reception is available through your dealer Detailed satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit Dealer installed satellite kit only available in the continental United States 17 BAND Press to toggle between AM FM1 FM2 frequency band 18 Memory presets To s...

Page 34: ...s SCAN to hear a brief sampling of radio stations or CD MP3 tracks Press again to stop 23 Disc Tune Press or to manually tune down up the radio frequency band or to listen to the previous next CD CAT CAT is only available when equipped with Satellite Radio Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer Det...

Page 35: ...tation frequency is displayed CASSETTE PLAYER CARE Do Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole and turning the hub Remove loose labels before inserting tapes Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat humidity or cold to reach a moderate temperature before playing Clean the cassette player head with a cass...

Page 36: ...E Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information If service is necessary see your dealer or qualified technician LINCOLN NAVIGATION SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a Lincoln Navigation System which allows you to listen to the radio play CDs and also navigate the vehicle using a navigation DVD THX audio system if equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with the...

Page 37: ...y entire route select route preferences or change or cancel the destination This will not function without a map DVD loaded 5 MENU Press to access system settings such as display brightness clock mode if equipped etc 6 CD OPEN CLOSE Press to open close the display screen and access the CD player Cold temperature advisory When operating the system below 32 Fahrenheit 0 Celsius the display screen re...

Page 38: ...ck if equipped Quick Start How to get going To play a radio station 1 Ensure that the vehicle ignition is on 2 Press AUDIO 3 Select AM FM1 or FM2 4 Press TUNE to adjust manually up or down the frequency band 5 Press SEEK to find the next strong station up or down Note If PTY program type is selected the station selection will be limited Refer to Program Type PTY for further information 2005 Aviato...

Page 39: ...lot Or press and hold LOAD to auto load all available slots The slot indicator lights blink rate will increase when the system is ready to accept a disc Push CD OPEN CLOSE to close the screen Once closed the CD will begin to play 3 Use the touch controls to advance tracks scan pause etc To use the Navigation system 1 Ensure that the vehicle ignition is on and the navigation DVD is loaded into the ...

Page 40: ...ype of destination entry You may select Address Point of Interest Emergency or Previous Dest from the first screen Or press Next Page to access selections of Memory Point Select from map Freeway Ent Exit and Special Memory Points After making your selection enter any required information 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 40 ...

Page 41: ...n off Use the numeric keys 1 7 to determine the volume level of the guidance voice prompts Voice activated commands if equipped Your Lincoln Navigation System LNS may be equipped with a voice activated feature which allows you to speak certain commands to the system Speaking clearly will help to ensure that the system correctly responds to your commands Ensure that the commands are spoken in Engli...

Page 42: ...e modes Radio Audio on AM Audio off FM1 Power off FM2 CD Changer if equipped CD DVD if equipped Power on During normal radio operation you may say Seek up Seek down During CDDJ or in dash CD play you may say Track up Track down Previous track Disc up Next disc Disc down Previous disc To change the screen display you may say the following commands Screen off Screen day mode Day mode on Screen night...

Page 43: ...M Bank City hall Civic center Community center Convention center Exhibition center Court house Higher education University College Hospital Library Police station School Amusement park Casino Golf course Marina Museum Park recreation Parks recreation Performing arts Ski resort Skiing Sports complex Stadium Tourist attraction Winery Restaurant I m hungry American restaurant American food Chinese re...

Page 44: ...ting point Next way point map First way point map Second way point map Third way point map Fourth way point map Fifth way point map Destination map Delete destination Cancel destination While in navigation guidance mode the following commands are available by voice activation Repeat guidance Repeat voice Louder Softer Voice guidance off Voice guidance on Open guidance screen Close guidance screen ...

Page 45: ...ng a full range of audio functions To access these functions press AUDIO on the main bezel This will take you into audio mode Volume power control Press knob to turn the audio system on off Turn to raise or lower volume The levels will be displayed on the screen To activate the navigation mode press MAP or DEST To adjust the navigation voice output level select the NAV MENU button via the map scre...

Page 46: ...f the screen Press to turn on 4 Select setting 1 to 7 or turn off The recommended level for the speed compensated volume is from level 1 through level 3 When activated level 1 is the minimum setting and level 7 is the maximum setting SOUND AM FM1 FM2 CD SEEK TUNE PRESET SCAN AUTO SET SCAN RDS TRAFFIC INFO PTY SET PTY 87 9 89 9 98 1 98 5 106 3 107 9 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA f...

Page 47: ...gation mode The radio will continue to play in the background of the navigation screens To access press AUDIO then AM FM1 FM2 Sound functions To access settings for Bass Treble Balance Fade DSP Digital Signal Programing SCV Speed Compensated Volume and Occupancy modes 1 Press AUDIO 2 Press SOUND 3 Select from Bass Treb Bal Fade DSP SCV 4 Press to increase decrease the levels 2005 Aviator 231 Owner...

Page 48: ... the occupants in the vehicle Select from ALL SEATS REAR SEATS or DRIVER SEAT If your vehicle is equipped with rear seat controls DISABLE HEADPHONES and DISABLE REAR CONTROLS will appear as options at the bottom of the screen These controls allow you to turn off the headphones and the rear controls for the rear seat passengers Press the appropriate button to turn the headphones or rear controls of...

Page 49: ...l appear in the preset Seek Press to find the next listenable station up down the frequency band Press to advance to the next previous track on a CD Tune adjust Press TUNE to manually move down up the frequency band In CD mode press TRACK to select the previous next Autoset memory preset Autoset allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations This ...

Page 50: ... AUTO SET again Scan Press SCAN for a brief sampling of all listenable stations and CD tracks Press again to disable and remain on the current selection Preset scan Press PRESET SCAN to scan the stations stored in the memory presets SOUND AM FM1 FM2 CD SEEK TUNE PRESET SCAN AUTO SET SCAN RDS TRAFFIC INFO PTY SET PTY 87 9 89 9 98 1 98 5 106 3 107 9 SOUND AM FM1 FM2 CD SEEK TUNE PRESET SCAN AUTO SET...

Page 51: ...not available in most U S markets Information feature Press INFO to view the frequency call letters and PTY category of the selected FM station Note Not all stations support INFO function Program type PTY This feature allows you to search for Radio Data System RDS stations selectively by their program type SOUND AM FM1 FM2 CD SEEK TUNE PRESET SCAN AUTO SET SCAN RDS TRAFFIC INFO PTY SET PTY 87 9 89...

Page 52: ...ogrammed press SEEK or SCAN to initiate a search up or down the frequency Preset scan and Autoset also initiate PTY searches The search will stop when the desired program type has been reached If no program type is found a message will display Note Not all stations support PTY information SOUND AM FM1 FM2 CD SEEK TUNE PRESET SCAN AUTO SET SCAN RDS TRAFFIC INFO PTY SET PTY 87 9 89 9 98 1 98 5 106 3...

Page 53: ...cordable 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 labels should not be inserted into the CD player The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels Ball poi...

Page 54: ...Press CD CD play will begin where it stopped last Loading a CD 1 Press CD OPEN CLOSE on the bezel 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 54 ...

Page 55: ...isc 5 To load more than one disc press and hold LOAD This will initiate autoload and will allow you to load all open CD slots After an allotted time the screen will close automatically or you may press CD OPEN CLOSE on the bezel again 6 Once the screen closes the system will start playing the last CD loaded Track Press to advance to the next previous track 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 f...

Page 56: ...ure Press to select from shuffling between tracks SHUFFLE TRACK on the current CD or between all tracks on all CDs SHUFFLE DISC All tracks will be played in random order Press again to disengage SHUFFLE OFF Compression feature The compression feature works in CD mode and boosts more quiet music and lowers louder music to minimize the need for volume adjustments When in CD or CDDJ mode press COMPRE...

Page 57: ...ear on the screen showing the current vehicle location Zoom control When Zoom is pressed the scale indicator is shown on the screen The scale markings are 1 32 1 16 1 4 1 8 1 2 1 2 4 8 16 32 64 128 miles The control can be used in a number of ways Touch and hold one of the arrow buttons for the map to be displayed again at each zoom level 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Enterta...

Page 58: ...int of Interest brings up the Quick POI menu which allows the user to perform two functions Display POI icons on the map for one category Select local map area POIs as destinations or waypoints The list of local area POIs can be sorted by distance name or icon Refer to Points of Interest for further information If home has been previously programmed in the Nav Menu the home icon house will appear ...

Page 59: ...ehicle heading to the top of the screen The position of the pointer indicates the direction of north on the map Press to toggle between North up and Heading up map display states Avoid areas or points The X symbol indicates a point to be avoided in route calculations If the avoid point is enlarged to an avoid area it will appear on the screen as a shaded box Way point symbol Indicates the location...

Page 60: ...rate map positioning The symbol is not displayed under normal operation Speaker icon symbol Press to turn voice guidance on off Navigation menu To access the Navigation Menu press NAV MENU at the bottom of the map screen Once pressed the Navigation Menu will display showing the following options Route Options Preferences Navigation Set Up Display Options Stored Locations On Route Scroll Voice Guid...

Page 61: ...isplay your entire chosen route Note Route preference appears on the Nav menu when no destination is entered While driving under route guidance only follow an instruction when it is safe to do so as the system cannot be aware of changing conditions Use voice guidance as much as possible and only view the display when driving conditions permit Ensure that you follow highway code restrictions and do...

Page 62: ...ch the system will factor in when calculating your route Those options are Minimize Time Distance Use Major Roads Use Toll Roads Use Ferries Information function INFO will appear on the screen when you have calculated a destination Press INFO for more information about the current destination if available 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 62 ...

Page 63: ...igation set up The Navigation Set up screen will allow you to make adjustments to the navigation displays Average speed settings Allows you to set approximate speeds you drive These speeds enable the navigation system to aid in calculating timing for routes 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 63 ...

Page 64: ...on This feature is helpful if the car has been towed or if you notice it is not registering at the correct vehicle location on the map Press Position to reposition the vehicle location Press the screen to scroll the map to the desired location and press OK to confirm Press Distance to calibrate by distance and improve the navigation accuracy It is recommended to activate this function after every ...

Page 65: ...ation Display Options The Display Options screen will allow you make adjustments to the navigation display screen You can choose from Map Mode Dual or Full Guidance Mode Arrows or Turn list Guidance Display On or Off Time to destination Show or Hide 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 65 ...

Page 66: ...d Area Destination and Way Point or Previous Destination Please refer to the Destination menu section for a complete description of the functions On route scroll The system automatically scrolls through the entire planned navigation route either forwards or backwards To activate press the arrow buttons at the bottom left of the map screen 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Enterta...

Page 67: ...oice prompts To adjust 1 Press the MAP hard key 2 Press Nav Menu at the bottom left hand corner of the screen 3 Press the speaker icon to turn the voice guidance option on off Press the desired number to select the volume level for the voice prompts 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 67 ...

Page 68: ...Home To set home for the first time 1 Press MAP 2 Press Nav Menu 3 Press Stored Locations 4 Press Home 5 Press Add 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 68 ...

Page 69: ...Memory Point Point of Interest Previous Destination 7 Enter the required details 8 Press OK to set the home position To view home press the home icon house on the Destination Entry screen 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 69 ...

Page 70: ...To view the set home position 1 Press MAP 2 Press Nav Menu 3 Press Stored Locations 4 Press Home 5 Press List 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 70 ...

Page 71: ...Deleting a home location 1 Press MAP 2 Press Nav Menu 3 Press Stored Locations 4 Press Home 5 Press Delete 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 71 ...

Page 72: ...Special memory points There are five possible special memory points that you can set To set a memory point 1 Press the MAP hard key 2 Press Nav Menu 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 72 ...

Page 73: ...Input a destination 8 Press OK Once all five special memory points are entered the Add control will read as Full You must delete points before more can be added To delete a memory point 1 Press the MAP hard key 2 Press Nav Menu 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 73 ...

Page 74: ... Press Del all to delete all entered special memory points 8 Press Yes to confirm Detour options You may engage the detour option once a route has already been calculated by the system To access the detour option 1 Press the MAP hard key 2 Press Chg Route 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 74 ...

Page 75: ...e course of your destination you may decide to temporarily leave your planned route for gas food etc If you turn off the ignition the option to continue the route guidance will be displayed when the ignition is turned on again The route can be accessed once again after you press Agree on the warning screen Route alterations or cancellations To cancel or change your current route from the map press...

Page 76: ...a is added to the list of stored avoid areas Note In some circumstances it may not be possible to avoid all selected areas Listing areas to avoid You can list all areas noted as avoid Press Nav Menu Press Stored locations Press Avoid area Press LIST to view all previously stored selections Select the desired one The map screen will be displayed showing the location and address of the selected area...

Page 77: ...ions menu select Avoid area Press DELETE Select the desired area to be deleted Press DEL ALL to delete all stored areas Press YES to confirm Destination menu Press DEST on the main bezel to access the navigation mode 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 77 ...

Page 78: ...following selections Detour Press to select a detour around the current route Route Preferences When creating a destination select from Minimize Time Distance Use Major Roads Use Toll Roads Use Ferries Display Whole Route Will enter MAP mode and display your entire chosen route Destination Entry Allows you to enter a new destination or select from entries in Address book Points of Interest or Prev...

Page 79: ...tions will be used To check your area or reset press CHANGE under the search area listing The map will open and allow you to select another regional area Ensure that your search area is correct prior to setting your destination Selecting a destination Press DEST to set a destination From this menu you may select from the following options Address Use to select a destination based on a known street...

Page 80: ...om a memory point Freeway exit entrance Use to select a certain freeway exit or entrance Select from map Use to select a place on the map Special Memory Points Use to select a destination from previously stored entries Address 1 From the destination entry screen select Address 2 Input the house building number and press OK 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 8...

Page 81: ...ed street 4 Once the address is entered the system will pull up some possible city and state matches If one of those is correct select it If not you may press either 5 near cities for another listing of five possible cities and states if available Or press Input City Name 5 You may use the keyboard to input the desired city 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems ...

Page 82: ...n name first By Category Press Category Scroll down the list to select the category then sub category desired Once you have selected a category your entry of the POI will be restricted to that category Previous destination Press Previous Destination on the Destination Entry Menu 1 Select touch the desired item from the list of destinations previously reached The item details will be listed 2 Confi...

Page 83: ... memory points special memory points home avoid areas destination and way points etc To delete any of these stored locations 1 Press the MAP hard key 2 Press Nav Menu in the bottom left hand corner of the screen 3 Press Stored locations 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 83 ...

Page 84: ...isplayed 7 Select touch the entry to be deleted The item details will be listed 8 Press YES to confirm the deletion 9 Press DELETE ALL to delete all stored locations Emergency Your navigation system is equipped with a separate Emergency screen To access the Emergency screen press Emergency 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 84 ...

Page 85: ...tion to calculate a route to that memory point Note The list can be sorted by date name or icon by pressing the appropriate button Adding a memory point You may add more memory points to be stored in the system 1 With the map displayed touch your finger to the screen to scroll to the desired location When you reach the desired location remove your finger from the screen and the map will stop scrol...

Page 86: ... Point 5 Press Add at the bottom of the screen 6 Select the desired menu item 7 Enter select any required details The new point will be added to the stored list of memory points 8 Press OK The new point will be added to the list of stored memory points 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 86 ...

Page 87: ...ist 2 Press NAME 3 Enter the desired name Accessing memory point lists 1 Press the MAP hard key 2 Press Nav Menu in the bottom left hand corner of the screen 3 Press Stored locations 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 87 ...

Page 88: ...list 2 Press the button to sort the list as desired i e date name or icon When sorted by distance the points are ordered by distance from the current vehicle location When sorting by icon the icons are listed in the order they appear on the icon selection screen 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 88 ...

Page 89: ...s approaching the memory point associated with that icon Deleting a memory point In the Memory Point Menu press DELETE Select the entry to be deleted The system will ask you to confirm deletion Press YES to confirm The screen will briefly show Memory Point Deleted Deleting all memory points In the Memory Point Menu press DELETE ALL The system will ask you to confirm deletion Press YES to confirm T...

Page 90: ...name press Sym 2 Select entrance exit Press Entrance if you wish to join the freeway at this junction Press Exit if you wish to leave the freeway at this junction 3 Select Junction The screen will display a list of junctions on the freeway They can be listed either by distance from the current vehicle location by pressing the Dist button or alphabetically by pressing the A Z button Select the desi...

Page 91: ...ess Point of Interest or Previous Destination Enter the necessary details for the selection If a destination was entered it will be stored as the current location If a way point was entered it will be added to the list of way points Listing destinations and way points Press LIST to display the stored way points and destination if entered The first way point to be visited is at the bottom of the li...

Page 92: ...d destination After pressing DELETE the list of way points and the destination if entered is displayed showing the Delete Dest Way Pt menu Select the entry to be deleted Press YES to confirm Press DELETE ALL to delete all way points Press YES to confirm Selecting route criteria Once you have selected a destination you may change the routing criteria by pressing Change in the route preferences scre...

Page 93: ...ation Press Next to scroll through the various planned routes Press Start to confirm the route selection and begin route guidance Next route Your navigation system may map more than one route to the same destination After the destination has been calculated it will appear on the map screen Press NEXT in the upper right hand corner to scroll through other possible routes to the same destination 200...

Page 94: ...ws you to access System Set up Information Gives you the Lincoln Customer Assistance Center information Brightness Contrast Allows you to adjust the brightness and contrast on the screen 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 94 ...

Page 95: ...nits Press to toggle between Metric English units Language Press to toggle between English French or Spanish DVD interaction if equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a DVD player Your Lincoln Navigation System LNS will interact with your DVD player providing you access and messages to the status of the system Press AUDIO Press DVD to access the DVD screen 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 20...

Page 96: ... running to avoid draining the battery Do not apply pressure to the display screen The navigation system is not a substitute for your personal judgement Route suggestions should not supersede local traffic regulations or safe driving practices Do not follow route suggestions if they direct you to perform an unsafe or illegal maneuver would place you in an unsafe situation or would route you into a...

Page 97: ... radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help The database reflects reality as existing before you received the database and it comprises data and information from government and other sources which may contain errors and omissions Accordingly the database may co...

Page 98: ...s to your car If the vehicle has been parked for a long period of time the navigation function may be temporarily unresponsive The navigation system will operate reliably again once GPS reception is available for a few minutes Limited GPS reception System performance may be adversely affected if GPS reception is interrupted or interference occurs over a distance of several miles The following are ...

Page 99: ...k with DVDs specifically intended for your navigation system Always store the map DVDs in their protective cases when not in use Ordering additional map DVDs If you wish to order a replacement or additional map please call 1 888 NAV MAPS 1 888 628 6277 or to log onto www navtech com Latest map DVDs The map content is constantly changing due to new roads traffic restrictions etc Therefore it is not...

Page 100: ...passenger temperature control or DUAL The passenger temperature will appear in the display 4 Rear defroster control Removes ice and fog from the rear windshield Press to turn on off 5 DUAL Single dual electric temperature control Allows the driver to have full control of the cabin temperature settings single zone or allows the passenger to have control of their individual temperature settings dual...

Page 101: ...iver s side temperature control Controls the temperature on the driver side of the vehicle 14 Fan Speed Used to manually enable or disable the fan speed 15 EXT Displays the outside air temperature It will remain displayed until the EXT control is pressed again The external temperature will be most accurate when the vehicle has been moving for a period of time 16 Temperature conversion Press to tog...

Page 102: ... give rear seat passengers control of the rear auxiliary controls Otherwise the front controls will determine the settings for the entire vehicle cabin If set to OFF the front and rear auxiliary controls will not function Rear auxiliary controls Once the front auxiliary control is set to REAR the rear seat passengers may use the rear auxiliary controls in the overhead console to make the desired a...

Page 103: ...t in all modes After approximately 10 minutes of rear defrost operation the climate control system will automatically disable the rear defrost operation If desired the rear defrost can be manually disabled through the use of the rear defrost button When operating the rear defrost indicator will be lit Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside of the rear window or to remov...

Page 104: ...ds you to turn foglamps on The foglamp indicator light will illuminate if the ignition is in the ON position Autolamp control The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for approximately 20 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF LOCK position To...

Page 105: ...essage center sequence This option allows you to change the length of time of the autolamp exit delay using the message center You will have the ability to change the autolamp exit delay time of the autolamp ON time when the instrument cluster message center is enabled ignition in ON or accessory position There are 8 distinct and separate set points or values for auto lamp delay exit time in secon...

Page 106: ... next menu selection Daytime running lamps DRL if equipped To activate DRL the ignition must be in the ON position and the headlamp control is in the or position the parking brake must be disengaged Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Light DRL System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting duri...

Page 107: ...nditions This will work independently from the headlamp parklamp and autolamp systems At all illumination levels the instrument panel lights can still be dimmed by using the panel dimmer control The dimmer switch can be used to control the interior dome lamps Move the control to the full upright position past detent to turn on the interior lamps and the outside mirror puddle lamps Move the control...

Page 108: ...nter height of the lamp to ground 3 25 feet 7 6 meters 4 Horizontal reference line 2 VOR Measure the height from the center of your headlamp to the ground and mark an 8 foot 2 4 meter horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height a piece of masking tape works well The center of the lamp is marked by a 3 0 mm circle on the headlamp lens VOL Measure the height from the cent...

Page 109: ...t a standard 2 Phillips screwdriver into the hole until it engages the vertical adjuster gear Turn the screwdriver either counterclockwise to adjust down or clockwise to to adjust up aligning the upper edge of the light pattern up to the horizontal line 6 HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON ADJUSTABLE 7 Close the hood and turn off the lamps TURN SIGNAL CONTROL Push down to a...

Page 110: ...ntrols are pressed and the ignition is OFF The reading portion the two outer lights can only be toggled on and off at the lamp Third row courtesy reading cargo lamps The dome portion of the lamp the center light can be turned on when the headlamp control is rotated fully up or when any door is opened With the ignition key in the ACC or ON position the rear dome lamp can be turned ON or OFF by slid...

Page 111: ... the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time Function Number of bulbs Trade number Park turn lamps front 2 3157 AK amber TH headlamps low beam 2 H11 HID headlamps low beam 2 D2R Headlamps high beam 2 9005 HB3 Front sidemarker 2 WY5W Rear stop turn tail lamps 4 3057K Back up lamps 2 3156K Fog lamp 2 9140 Liftgate lamp 4 916 High mount stop lamp 32 LEDS 2C54 13A613 Rear licens...

Page 112: ...t 3 Twist in a new bulb 4 Align and press the map lamp lens back on and test the lamp operation Liftgate lamps To change the liftgate lamp bulbs 1 Use a small screwdriver to remove the liftgate lamp lens 2 To remove the old bulb twist 1 4 turn and pull it out 3 Twist in a new bulb 4 Align and press the liftgate lamp lens back on and test the lamp operation 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 f...

Page 113: ... At the back of the headlamp pry up and remove the two retainer pins to release the headlamp assembly from the vehicle and pull headlamp forward 4 Disconnect the electrical connector by pulling downward 5 Rotate the high beam bulb counterclockwise until the tabs on the bulb line up with the ring and the bulb can be removed by pulling rearward To install the new bulb Handle a halogen headlamp bulb ...

Page 114: ...nd groove of the mating cover and then rotating the cover downward Press firmly on the cover over each headlamp and in the center of the cover to re engage the snap in fasteners 7 Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb you should not need to align it again If a low beam headlamp bulb fails take your vehicle to your d...

Page 115: ...aside 3 Pry back the top corner of the radiator cover to gain access to the inner retaining pins At the back of the headlamp pry up and remove the two retainer pins to release the headlamp assembly from the vehicle and pull headlamp forward 4 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly 5 Carefully pull the bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb 6 Install bul...

Page 116: ...h headlamp and in the center of the cover to re engage the snap in fasteners 4 Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly Replacing tail brake turn sidemarker backup lamp bulbs The tail brake turn sidemarker backup bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly one just below the other Follow the same steps to replace each bulb 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and th...

Page 117: ...f the socket and push in the new bulb 6 To complete installation follow the removal procedure in reverse order Replacing foglamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then reach under the front of the front bumper and remove the bulb socket from the foglamp by turning counterclockwise 2 Disconnect the electrical connector from the foglamp bulb 3 Connect the electrical co...

Page 118: ...e sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and open the liftgate 2 Remove the upper portion of the liftgate trim by grasping the lift gate trim around the upper portion and pull it towards the glass Note The liftgate trim is attached at 8 locations with snap in attachments 3 Disconnect the electrical connector to the CHMSL by depressing the tab and pull to separate the electrical connectors...

Page 119: ... turn signal lens from the mirror housing using a standard flat screwdriver to pry the lamp assembly out 3 Pull the lens out to remove it from the mirror assembly 4 Disconnect the bulb assembly from the lens 5 Remove and replace the bulb 6 Reverse the order to reassemble lamp and lens 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Lights 119 ...

Page 120: ...d will be activated for up to ten seconds Rear window wiper washer controls For rear wiper operation rotate the rear window wiper and washer control to the desired position Select INT 2 Normal speed operation of rear wiper INT 1 Intermittent operation of rear wiper OFF Rear wiper and washer off For rear wash cycle rotate and hold as desired the rear wiper washer control to either position From eit...

Page 121: ... can sometimes be improved by cleaning the wiper blades refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter To prolong the life of the wiper blades it is highly recommended to scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element Rear window wiper blade Refer to Windshield wiper blades...

Page 122: ...ving ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR Type A Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps Type B Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamp The visor will slide back and forth on the rod for increased sunlight coverage OVERHEAD CONSOLE The appearance of your vehicle s overhead console will vary according to your option package 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driv...

Page 123: ...l the way The comfort position helps to alleviate rumbling wind noise which may happen in the vehicle with the roof fully opened To open the moon roof The moon roof is equipped with an automatic one touch express opening feature Press and release the rear portion of the control The moon roof will open to the comfort position Press and release the control again to fully open To stop motion at any t...

Page 124: ...losed when the glass panel is shut To close the shade pull it toward the front of the vehicle When closing the moon roof you should verify that it is free of obstructions and ensure that children and or pets are not in the proximity of the moon roof opening CLOCK Press the right control to increase the time displayed Press the left control to decrease the time displayed AUXILIARY POWER POINT IF EQ...

Page 125: ... of 240 Watts a 15A fuse can supply a maximum of 180 Watts and a 10A fuse can supply a maximum of 120 Watts Exceeding these limits will result in a blown fuse Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used An auxiliary power point is located on the lower rear side of the center console The power point is accessible from the rear seats Another auxiliary power point is located on the ri...

Page 126: ...and or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings The power window switches located on the center console are called push pull switches A Drivers side B Window lock C Front passenger side D Left and right rear passenger The following views are the driver s side switches Normal operation Push down to the first detent and hold the top portion of the switch to open the window 2005 Aviator 2...

Page 127: ...y To operate ONE TOUCH DOWN Press the switch completely down to the second detent and release quickly The driver s window will open fully Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation If the switch is pressed and held to the normal close or ONE TOUCH UP position during a ONE TOUCH DOWN event the window will stop If after 1 2 second the switch is still held the window wi...

Page 128: ...down until the bounce back position is reached Security Override If during a bounce back condition the switch is released to the neutral position then held in the one touch up position within two seconds after the window reaches the bounce back position the window will travel up with no bounce back protection If the switch is released before the window reaches fully closed or the ignition is turne...

Page 129: ...on it will automatically return to the normal high reflective state whenever the vehicle is placed in reverse R to ensure a clear view while backing up Do not block the sensor located on either side of the mirror since this will impair proper mirror performance i e hangtags parking stickers etc Without Navigation System The illuminated green LED to the left of the button indicates if the mirror is...

Page 130: ...o the center position to lock mirrors in place Heated outside mirrors Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors Signal indicator mirrors When the turn signal is a...

Page 131: ... you or away from you The adjustment allows for approximately 3 inches 71 76 mm of maximum travel Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on the pedals while the vehicle is moving SPEED CONTROL With speed control set you can maintain a speed of 30 mph 48 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal Speed control does not work at speeds below 30 mph 48 km h Do not ...

Page 132: ...ator pedal 5 The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on Note Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill you may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph 16 km h below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage 2005 Avi...

Page 133: ... function Press and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph 1 6 km h Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET control Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to reduce a set speed Press and hold the SET control until you get to the desired speed then release the c...

Page 134: ...This will not erase your vehicle s previously set speed Press the speed control OFF control Note When you turn off the speed control or the ignition your speed control set speed memory is erased STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate control features Audio control features Press MEDIA to select AM FM1 FM2 TAPE or CD 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 200...

Page 135: ...ape mode Press MEM to select the next selection on the tape In CD mode Press MEM to select the next selection on the CD In any mode Press VOL or to adjust volume Climate control features Press TEMP or to adjust temperature 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driver Controls 135 ...

Page 136: ...he vehicle is equipped with the navigation feature Audio control features Press to select AM FM1 FM2 or CD In AM FM1 or FM2 mode Press NEXT to select preset stations within the selected radio band In CD mode Press NEXT to select the next track on the CD In any mode Press VOL or to adjust volume 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driver Controls 136 ...

Page 137: ...o adjust temperature HOMELINK姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM The HomeLink威 Wireless Control System located on the overhead console provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand held transmitters with a single built in device This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most transmitters to operate garage doors entry gate operators security systems entry door locks and home or office ligh...

Page 138: ...be erased for security purposes refer to Programming in this section Programming Do not program HomeLink威 with the vehicle parked in the garage Note Some vehicles may require the ignition switch to be turned to the second or ACC position for programming and or operation of the HomeLink威 It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand held transmitter of the device being programmed ...

Page 139: ... light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a continuous light proceed with Steps 6 through 8 to complete programming of a rolling code equipped device 6 At the garage door opener receiver motor head unit in the garage locate the learn or smart button usually near where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the unit 7 Press and release the learn or smart button The name and color of ...

Page 140: ...conds cycle your hand held transmitter until the frequency signal has been accepted by the HomeLink威 The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink威 accepts the radio frequency signal Proceed with Step 4 in the Programming section Operating the HomeLink姞 Wireless Control System To operate simply press and release the appropriate HomeLink威 button Activation will now occur for...

Page 141: ...Link威 button Do NOT release the button 2 The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds Without releasing the HomeLink威 button follow Step 2 in the Programming section For questions or comments contact HomeLink威 at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 MESSAGE CENTER With the ignition in the ON position the message center located on your instrument cluster displays important vehicle informa...

Page 142: ...on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy Usually when something affects the compass readings the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions If the compass still appears to be inaccurate a manual calibration may be necessary Refer to Compass zone calibration adjustment Most geographic areas zones have a magnetic north compass point tha...

Page 143: ...not select Trip DTE or AFE The top of the message center must be blank 5 Press and hold the RESET and SETUP control until the message center display changes to show the current zone setting 6 Release the RESET AND SETUP control then slowly press RESET down again 7 Press the SETUP control repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed on the message center To ex...

Page 144: ...ns of fuel used by 100 miles traveled liters used by kilometers traveled your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill up Differences in the automatic shut off points on the fuel pumps at service stations Variations in top off procedure from one fill up to another Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0 1 gallon lit...

Page 145: ... correctly detect the added fuel The DTE function will display LOW FUEL LEVEL and sound a tone for one second when you have approximately 50 miles 80 km to empty If you RESET this warning message this display and tone will return within 10 minutes DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles 800 km This value is not the same as t...

Page 146: ...e message center through each of the systems being monitored The sequence of the system check report and how it appears in the message center is as follows 1 FUEL LEVEL if low 2 WASHER FLUID LEVEL 3 OIL LIFE IN XX 4 ADVANCE TRAC娂 if equipped 5 PARK ASSIST 6 ENGINE TEMP 7 OIL PRESSURE 8 TIRE PRESSURE SYSTEM 9 BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 10 CHARGING SYSTEM Units English Metric 1 Select this function from the ...

Page 147: ... current display mode 2 Press the RESET control to select the autolamp delay time Oil Change 1 Select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode 2 Press the RESET control to reset oil change Rear park assist This feature sounds a warning tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper and functions only when R Reverse gear is selected 1 Put the vehicle in R reverse...

Page 148: ...hold the RESET control to set the language choice AWD locked vehicles equipped with AdvanceTrac姟 with RSC only Select this function from the SETUP menu to display the AWD locked function 1 Press the SETUP control for the current display mode 2 Press the RESET control within 4 seconds to turn the AWD system to the LOCKED mode 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driver Controls 148 ...

Page 149: ...essages that have been reset are divided into three categories They cannot be cleared until the condition is corrected They will reappear on the display ten minutes from the reset They will not reappear until an ignition OFF ON cycle has been completed This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle Warning display Status Check park assist Warning displays when...

Page 150: ...evel Warning returns after the ignition key is turned from OFF to ON Check tire pressure Tire pressure system fault Tire pressure sensor fault Check park assist Check AdvTrac if equipped Check AWD vehicles equipped with AdvanceTrac威 with RSC only AWD Disabled vehicles equipped with AdvanceTrac威 with RSC only Check fuel cap Oil change required CHECK PARK ASSIST Displayed when the transmission is in...

Page 151: ...splayed when the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible turn off the engine If the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your dealer as soon as safely possible AWD DISABLED LOCKED vehicles equipped with AdvanceTrac威 with RSC only Displayed when the AWD system begins to overheat placing itself in the autolock mode If the warning stays on or continues to come on...

Page 152: ...g message is displayed check the level of the engine oil Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for information about adding engine oil TRANSMISSION OVERHEATED Indicates the transmission is overheating This warning may appear when towing heavy loads city driving when driving in a low gear at a high speed for an extended period of time or due to a loss of transmission flu...

Page 153: ... operating properly If the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your dealer immediately CHECK FUEL CAP Displayed when the fuel filler cap is not properly installed Check the fuel filler cap for proper installation Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter CHANGE OIL SOON OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 5 percent or less W...

Page 154: ...ck DATA ERR These messages indicate improper operation of the vehicle network communication between electronic modules Fuel computer Oil life Charging system Door sensor Engine sensor Contact your dealer as soon as possible if these messages occur on a regular basis CELL PHONE USE The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal a...

Page 155: ...e road Wait until it is safe to operate Mobile Communications Equipment CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features These include Utility compartment with power point Cupholders Cigarette lighter Use only soft cups in the cupholder Hard objects can injure you in a collision REAR CENTER CONSOLE FEATURES IF EQUIPPED The rear center console incorporates the followin...

Page 156: ...o open the liftgate window press the control on the remote entry transmitter or with the liftgate unlocked push the right control button under the license plate lamp shield To open the liftgate unlock the liftgate with the power door locks the remote entry or the keyless entry pad and push the center control button under the license plate lamp shield while pulling the liftgate To lock the liftgate...

Page 157: ...icle is equipped with roof rack side rails and may be equipped with optional cross bars The maximum recommended load is 120 lbs 48 kg evenly distributed on the cross bars If it is not possible to distribute the load position it as far rearward as possible Use the tie down loops on the thumbwheels to secure the load To adjust cross bar position 1 Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross bar ...

Page 158: ...road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increase risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death CARGO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM The cargo management system consists of storage compartments located in the floor of the rear cargo area 1 To open lift the release handle and the lid 2 To ...

Page 159: ...n additional power door lock can be accessed by opening the liftgate The button is located either on the top of the left hand quarter trim panel underneath the rear window or on the bottom of the left hand quarter trim panel Press this button to lock or unlock all the doors Smart unlocking feature The smart unlocking feature prevents you from locking yourself out of the vehicle by unlocking the do...

Page 160: ...hapter Childproof door locks When these locks are set the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors Move lock control up to engage the chi...

Page 161: ...e 1 OFF LOCK or 2 ACC position If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership to aid in troubleshooting Unlocking the doors liftgate Press this control to unlock the driver s door The interior lamps will illuminate with the ignition is in the 1 OFF LOCK position Press the control a second time within three...

Page 162: ...e doors or liftgate are ajar the horn will make two quick chirps reminding you to properly close all doors Opening the liftgate window Press the control to unlatch the liftgate window Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate the alarm The personal panic alarm will cycle the horn and parking lamps on off To deactivate the alarm press the control again or turn the ignition to the 2 ACCE...

Page 163: ...ment panel to the left of the steering wheel 2 Press the memory SET button 3 Press any button on the remote transmitter 4 Press memory select 1 for Driver 1 or memory select 2 for driver 2 This associates the memory seat position with either driver 1 s or 2 s position 5 Repeat this procedure for another remote transmitter if desired Deactivating the memory seat feature To deactivate this feature 1...

Page 164: ...board 3 Remove the old battery Note Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries 4 Insert the new battery Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity 5 Snap the two halves back together Note Replacement of the battery w...

Page 165: ...n 3 Turn the key from the 1 OFF LOCK position to 3 ON 4 Cycle eight times rapidly within 10 seconds between the 1 OFF LOCK position and 3 ON Note The eighth turn must end in the 3 ON position 5 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programming mode has been activated 6 Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter Note If more than 20 seconds have passed you will...

Page 166: ...TRY SYSTEM With the keyless entry keypad you can lock or unlock the vehicle doors without using the key Your vehicle has a factory set 5 digit code that operates the keyless entry system You can also program your own 5 digit personal entry code The factory set code is located on the owner s wallet card in the glove compartment or at your dealer When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypa...

Page 167: ...asily figure out these types of codes Your personal code does not replace the permanent code that the dealership gave you You can use either code to unlock your vehicle If a second personal code is entered the module will erase the first personal code in favor of the new code If you wish to erase your personal code use the following instructions 1 Enter factory set code 2 Press 1 2 control and rel...

Page 168: ...e 7 8 and the 9 0 controls simultaneously will still lock the vehicle Anti scan will be turned off after one minute of keypad inactivity Unlocking the doors with the keyless entry system To unlock the driver door enter either the factory set code or the personal code each digit must be pressed within five seconds of the prior digit The interior lamps will also illuminate To unlock all doors enter ...

Page 169: ...five seconds Locking the doors with the keyless entry system It is not necessary to enter the factory or personal code prior to locking all doors To lock the doors with the driver s door closed press the 7 8 control and the 9 0 control at the same time 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Locks and Security 169 ...

Page 170: ...d unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used The SecuriLock娂 passive anti theft system is not compatible with non Ford aftermarket remote start systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection THEFT INDICATOR The theft indicator is the flashing red indicator located on the dash panel When the ignition is in the 1 OFF LOCK position th...

Page 171: ...om starting Large metallic objects Electronic devices on the key chain that can be used to purchase gasoline or similar items A second key on the same key ring as the coded key If any of these items are present you need to keep these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine These objects and devices cannot damage the coded key but can cause a momentary no start condition if th...

Page 172: ...rogrammed Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin 1 Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from 1 OFF LOCK to 3 ON maintain ignition in 3 ON for at least one second but no more than ten seconds 2 Turn ignition to 1 OFF LOCK and remove the first coded key from the ignition 3 Within ten seconds of removing the first coded key...

Page 173: ...id in troubleshooting Arming the system When armed this system will help protect your vehicle from unauthorized entry When unauthorized entry occurs the system will flash the headlamps and or parking lamps and will chirp the horn The system is ready to arm whenever the key is in the 1 OFF LOCK or 2 ACCESSORY position Any of the following actions will prearm the alarm system Open any door liftgate ...

Page 174: ...individually and if any are open they must be closed for the system to enter the 20 second countdown The parking lamps will flash once when all doors hood liftgate and liftgate window are closed indicating the vehicle is locked and entering the 20 second countdown Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions Unlock the doors by using your remote entry transmitter ...

Page 175: ...t of the vehicle to make sure the alarm disarms Turn ignition to the 3 ON position Press the PANIC control on the remote entry transmitter This will only shut off the horn and parking lamps when the alarm is sounding The alarm system will still be armed 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Locks and Security 175 ...

Page 176: ...r door UNLOCK control Pressing the power door UNLOCK control within the 20 second prearmed mode will return the vehicle to a disarmed state Triggering the anti theft system The armed system will be triggered if Any door liftgate liftgate window or hood is opened without using the door key keypad or the remote entry transmitter 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Locks and Security ...

Page 177: ...sition as possible Refer to the following illustrations to raise and lower the head restraints The head restraints can be moved up and down To raise the head restraint simply pull the head restraint up Push release button located on the side of the metal bar to lower head restraint Using the power lumbar support The power lumbar control is located on the door panel Press one side of the control to...

Page 178: ...ting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision 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 desired position You can recline the seat back or bring it forward Release the handle when the desired position has been reached Adjusting the power front seats door mounted contro...

Page 179: ...lining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat s safety belt resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Press to move the seat forward or backward Press to move the front portion of the seat cushion up or down Press to move the rear portion of the seat cushion up or down 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 179 ...

Page 180: ...sitions can also be recalled when you press your remote entry transmitter UNLOCK control To program the memory seat to remote entry transmitter refer to Remote entry system in the Locks and security chapter Easy access easy out feature This feature automatically moves the driver s seat backward when the transmission is in N Neutral or P Park the key is removed from the ignition cylinder The seat w...

Page 181: ...e the climate control seats the engine must be running Push the icon on the button to activate cooled seats A blue light illuminates on the button Push the icon again to disengage Push the icon on the button to activate heated seats A red light illuminates on the button Push the icon again to disengage In heat mode Rotate the thumbwheel to select the desired heat level from 1 MIN to 5 MAX In cool ...

Page 182: ...r to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for more information There is a filter located under both front seats It can be accessed from the second row seat Move the front seat all the way forward and up to ease access To remove climate controlled seat air filter Remove key from ignition Rotate the outer ring of the filter counterclockwise to remove 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Se...

Page 183: ...nts is to help 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 possible The head restraints can be raised by lifting To lower the head restraint press the release button located on the side of the metal bar If the head restraint becomes detached replace...

Page 184: ...portion of the release handle and push the seatback toward the front of the vehicle 3 Press down on the top outboard area of the seatback until a click is heard Adjusting the 2nd row recline The 2nd row reclines for additional comfort To adjust the 2nd row recline pull the handle forward and push the seat back rearward Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat s safety b...

Page 185: ...mount of effort and speed 2 Make sure the seat is latched to the floor 3 Push the handle forward just enough so that the seat back is released 4 Bring the seat back to an upright position The seatback should lock into position Note If the seat back is locked out and cannot return to the upright position repeat Step 2 and unlatch the seat from the floor Repeat latching to the floor with a moderate ...

Page 186: ...nlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision To exit the 3rd row seat pull the red access control lever up releasing the seat from the floor and rotate the seat up towards the front seat Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor whether the seat is occupied or empty If not latched the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 20...

Page 187: ...ng it in the upright position Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped underneath the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision 3rd row stow feature The 3rd row seat has a ti...

Page 188: ...own onto the seat cushion 2 The seatback will latch into place 3 Push the closeout panel forward over the space between the seats To put seat in upright position 1 Pull back the slider panel on the seatback to release the closeout panel 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 188 ...

Page 189: ... an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of airbag related injuries The system is able to analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations Your vehicle s Personal Safety Sy...

Page 190: ...r the level of airbag inflation energy A lower less forceful energy level is provided for more common moderate severity impacts A higher energy level is used for the most severe impacts Refer to Airbag supplemental restraints section in this chapter Front crash severity sensor The front crash severity sensor enhances the ability to detect the severity of an impact Positioned up front it provides v...

Page 191: ...姟 is operational The Personal Safety System娂 uses a warning light in the instrument cluster or a back up tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System娂 is not required The Restraints Control Module RCM monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the airbag s...

Page 192: ...ly injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is m...

Page 193: ... the user s chest BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions Combination lap and shoulder belts 1 Insert the belt t...

Page 194: ...h or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers Automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulder belt is pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt When to use the automatic locking mode Anytime a child safety seat except a booster...

Page 195: ...he combination lap and shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and return to the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode After any vehicle collision the combination lap and shoulder belt system at all passenger seating positions must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still...

Page 196: ...oner uses the same crash sensor system as the front airbags and Safety Canopy娂 system When the safety belt pretensioner deploys the lap and shoulder belt are tightened When the Safety Canopy娂 system and or the front airbags are activated the safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenger seating positions will be activated when the respective seatbelt is properly buckled The dr...

Page 197: ...ess of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts Conditions of operation If Then The driver safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The safety belt warn...

Page 198: ...r the safety belt warning light has turned off The BeltMinder娂 feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until safety belt is buckled The driver s safety belt is buckled while the safety belt indicator light is illuminated and the safety belt warning chime is sounding The BeltM...

Page 199: ...ght as possible this can improve comfort I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident BeltMinder娂 reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Safety belts don t work Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45 in cars and by 60 in light trucks Traffic is light Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts w...

Page 200: ...nbuckled during an ignition ON cycle the BeltMinder娂 will be disabled for that ignition cycle only Deactivating activating the BeltMinder姟 feature Read Steps 1 9 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation activation programming procedure The BeltMinder娂 feature can be deactivated activated by performing the following procedure Before following the procedure make sure that The parking brake...

Page 201: ...if it is currently disabled 7 Confirmation of disabling BeltMinder娂 is provided by flashing the safety belt warning light four times per second for three seconds 8 Confirmation of enabling BeltMinder娂 is provided by flashing the safety belt warning light four times per second for three seconds followed by three seconds with the safety belt warning light off then followed by flashing the safety bel...

Page 202: ...rd Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly they do not need to be replaced Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or imprope...

Page 203: ...Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches 25 cm between an occupant s chest and the driver airbag module Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries To properly position yourself away from the airbag Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably Re...

Page 204: ... to the Body Builders Layout Book for instructions about the appropriate installation of additional equipment Children and airbags Children must always be properly restrained Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision...

Page 205: ... propellant This may consist of cornstarch talcum powder to lubricate the bag or sodium compounds e g baking soda that result from the combustion process that inflates the airbag Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes but none of the residue is toxic While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries contact with a deploying airbag may also ...

Page 206: ...mponents The RCM restraints control module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental airbag electrical system wiring including the impact sensors the system wiring the airbag system readiness light the airbag back up power and the airbag ignitors Safety Canopy姟 system Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the headliner at the siderail that may come into contact with a de...

Page 207: ...py娂 system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working Group These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags including the Safety Canopy娂 The Safety Canopy娂 system consists of the following An inflatable nylon curtain with a gas generato...

Page 208: ... Canopy娂 inflation or when a certain likelihood of a rollover event is detected by the rollover sensor The Safety Canopy娂 is mounted to the roof side rail sheet metal behind the headliner above the first and second row seats In certain lateral collisions or rollover events the Safety Canopy娂 system will be activated regardless of which seats are occupied The Safety Canopy娂 is designed to inflate b...

Page 209: ...y with the system is indicated by one or more of the following The readiness light same light as for front airbag system will either flash or stay lit The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently...

Page 210: ...ained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position 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 collision Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might use Children and safety belts If the child is the proper size restrain the child in...

Page 211: ...fortably 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 seats from the time they outgrow the toddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat and lap shoulder belt to fit properly Generally this is when they weigh about 80 lb 36 kg about 8 to 12 years old Booster seats sho...

Page 212: ...h can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped with lap shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lb 18 kg The shoulder belt should cross the chest resting snugly on the center of the shoulder The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips never up high across the stomach If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under ...

Page 213: ...ety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision When installing a child safety seat Review and follow the information presented in the airbag supplemental restraint system SRS section in this chapter Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position the buckle closest to the direction the tong...

Page 214: ... safety seats with tether straps in this chapter For more information of LATCH anchors refer to Attaching safety seats with LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children attachments in this chapter Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden s...

Page 215: ...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 manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 215 ...

Page 216: ...tic locking mode grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is pulled out and a click is heard 6 Allow the belt to retract The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode 7 Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with your knee on the child seat 2005 ...

Page 217: ...d repeat Steps 2 through 9 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 goes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for ...

Page 218: ...e other than the correct tether anchor 1 Position the child safety seat on the rear seat cushion 2 Route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts 3 Locate the correct anchor for the selected rear seating position Behind 2nd row seat 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 218 ...

Page 219: ...ll the child safety seat tightly using the LATCH anchors or safety belts Follow the instructions in this chapter 6 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 219 ...

Page 220: ...tether strap must also be attached to the proper tether anchor See Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this chapter Your vehicle has LATCH anchors for child seat installation at the seating positions marked with the child seat symbol Second row bucket seats 40 20 40 second row seats Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor In a crash one anchor may not be strong enough...

Page 221: ...with LATCH attachments Two plastic LATCH guides may be obtained at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer They snap onto the LATCH lower anchor in the vehicle to help attach a child seat with rigid latch attachments It will hold the seat foam away and expose the anchor making attachment of the child seat easier Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown 2...

Page 222: ...he vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash Each time you use the safety seat check that the seat is properly attached to the lower anchors and tether anchor Try to tilt the child seat from side to side Also try to tug the seat forward Check to see if the anchors hold the seat in place If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly ...

Page 223: ...y load your vehicle and Make sure every passenger is properly restrained In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt All occupants must wear safety belts and children infants must use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of injury or ejection Study your Owner s Guide and any supplements for specific information about equipment...

Page 224: ...fident in the ability of 4WD and AWD vehicles Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than two wheel drive vehicle in low traction situations it won t stop any faster than two wheel drive vehicles Always drive at a safe speed How your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUV and trucks can differ from some other vehicles in a few noticeable ways Your vehicle may be Higher to allow highe...

Page 225: ...ire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars They do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Reg...

Page 226: ...en 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 life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A rep...

Page 227: ...n pressure The tire pressure when the vehicle has been stationary and out of direct sunlight for an hour or more and prior to the vehicle being driven for 1 mile 1 6 km Recommended inflation pressure The cold inflation pressure found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door B pillar The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind...

Page 228: ...ty tires that are damaged should not be used because they are more likely to blow out or fail Tires can be damaged during off road use so inspection after off road use is also recommended Inflating your tires When checking the air pressure in your tires make sure that you carefully attach the air pressure gauge air hose to the tire s valve stem directly on top of the valve stem If you bend the val...

Page 229: ... is normally higher than the manufacturer s recommended cold inflation pressure which can be found on either the Safety Compliance Certification Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the Safety Compliance Certification Label When weather temperature changes occur tire inflation ...

Page 230: ...s equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size and type such as P metric versus LT metric or all season versus all terrain as those originally provided by Ford Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of lo...

Page 231: ...wear As tires age the rubber weakens potentially increasing the risk of a tire failure during use causing loss of vehicle control and personal injury Important Remember to replace the spare tire when you replace the road tires on your vehicle Even if it has never been used the spare tire should be replaced because tires degrade over time Important Remember to replace the wheel air valves when the ...

Page 232: ... When driving with the dissimilar spare tire wheel do not Exceed 70 mph 113 km h Use more than one dissimilar spare tire wheel at a time Use commercial car washing equipment Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire wheel The usage of a dissimilar spare tire wheel can lead to impairment of the following Handling stability and braking performance Comfort and noise Gro...

Page 233: ...ent diameter than the road tires should not be used Such a tire could make the vehicle difficult to control as well as result in damage to driveline components Stopping and securing the vehicle 1 If you get a flat tire while driving do not apply the brake heavily instead gradually decrease your speed Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road 2 Park on a...

Page 234: ... Location Spare tire Under the vehicle just in front of the rear bumper The spare tire winch drive nut is located at the rear center of the cargo area under a lid Jack lug nut wrench jack handle wheel chock Behind the rear seat under the carpeted floor lid in the cargo floor The tools are located in a bag attached to the jack Removing the jack and tools 1 Open liftgate and remove the carpeted floo...

Page 235: ...pposite of the flat tire Rotate the wrench socket out from the handle Removing the spare tire Do not use an impact wrench on the winch drive nut This will damage the spare tire winch 1 Open the cover from the carpeting on cargo floor to expose the winch drive nut 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 235 ...

Page 236: ...aged 3 Turn the wrench counterclockwise until the tire is lowered to the ground and the cable has slack When turning the wrench make sure that it does not scuff the kick plate 4 Slide the tire rearward lift one side and remove the retainer from the spare tire 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 236 ...

Page 237: ...f the lug wrench to remove the beauty cap by twisting the tip under the cap The carpeted floor lid can be used as a kneeling pad 2 Loosen each wheel lug nut by half a turn but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground 3 Assemble the jack handle extension on the lug nut wrench by sliding the square end of the jack handle through the plastic grommet on the lug nut wrench and into t...

Page 238: ...he jack is only meant for changing the tire Never use the front or rear differential as a jacking point 5 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench 6 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall the lug nuts cone side in until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 7 Lower the wheel by t...

Page 239: ... best of your ability to the point where the ratchet slip occurs if possible The spare tire carrier will not allow you to overtighten If the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips with little effort take the vehicle to your dealer for assistance at your earliest convenience 4 Check that the tire lies flat against the frame and is properly tightened Try to push or pull then turn the tire to be sure i...

Page 240: ...s present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel and the surface of the front disc brake hub and rotor that contacts the wheel Installing wheels without correct metal to metal contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in motion resulting in loss of control Note If there is corrosion on the area where the wheel contacts t...

Page 241: ...icates a radial type tire 5 15 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter 6 95 Indicates the tire s load index It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry You may find this information in your Owner s Guide If not contact a local tire dealer Note You may not find this informatio...

Page 242: ...wo numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured the next two are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built For example the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability T...

Page 243: ... asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel 13 Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure Indicates the tire manufacturers maximum perm...

Page 244: ... Limits Indicates the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 3 Maximum Load Dual lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual defined as four tires on the rear axle a total of six or more tires on the vehicle 4 Maximum Load Single lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a s...

Page 245: ...80 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall 4 D Indicates a diagonal type tire R Indicates a radial type tire 5 16 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter Location of the Safety Compliance Certification Label You ...

Page 246: ...ike narrow strips of smooth rubber across the tread will appear on the tire when the tread is worn down to 1 16th of an inch 2 mm When the tire tread wears down to the same height as these wear bars the tire is worn out and should be replaced Inspect your tires frequently for any of the following conditions and replace them if one or more of the following conditions exist Fabric showing through th...

Page 247: ...ged immediately reduce your speed Drive with caution until you can safely pull off the road Stop and inspect the tires for damage If a tire is under inflated or damaged deflate it remove wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel If you cannot detect a cause have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected Tire and wheel alignment A bad jo...

Page 248: ...ed in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle will help your tires wear more evenly providing better tire performance and longer tire life Unless otherwise specified rotate the tires approximately every 5 000 miles 8 000 km Front Wheel Drive FWD vehicles front tires at top of diagram 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 248 ...

Page 249: ...lem involved before tire rotation Note Your vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar spare tire wheel A dissimilar spare tire wheel is defined as a spare tire and or wheel that is different in brand size or appearance from the road tires and wheels If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel it is intended for temporary use only and should not be used in a tire rotation Note After having your tires...

Page 250: ...abel which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door The Tire Pressure Monitoring System is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure The tire pressure should be checked periodically at least monthly using a tire gauge see Inspecting and inflating your tires in this chapter Failure to properly maintain your tire pressure could increase the risk of tire failure loss of ...

Page 251: ...to be inflated to the manufacturer s recommended tire pressure Even if the light turns ON and a short time later turns OFF your tire pressure still needs to be checked In short once the light has turned ON at least one tire may be under inflated When your temporary spare tire is installed When one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporary spare the TPMS system will continue to ide...

Page 252: ...hown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the driver s door or the B Pillar the vehicle must be driven for at least two minutes at 20 mph 32 km h to guarantee that the light will turn off 3 If the light remains on even after these steps have been taken have the system inspected by your servicing dealership Flashing Warning Light flashes for 20 to 30 seconds either at start up or...

Page 253: ...ature affects your tire pressure The Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic tire The pressure in each tire is dependent upon several factors one of them being the contained air temperature temperature of the air inside the tire As the contained air temperature increases the tire pressure also increases While driving in a normal manner a typical passenger tire...

Page 254: ...ncrease the risk of tire failure loss of control vehicle rollover and personal injury SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in rain and snow However in some climates you may need to use snow tires and chains Follow these guidelines when using snow tires a...

Page 255: ...in its design rating capability with or without a trailer Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance Before loading your vehicle familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle s weight ratings with or without a trailer from the vehicle s Safety Compliance Certification Label Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle inclu...

Page 256: ...ler installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle the weight of the equipment must be subtracted from the payload listed on the Safety Compliance Certification Label in order to determine the new payload The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle can be limited either by volume capacity how much space is available or by payload capacity how much weight the vehicle should carry Once y...

Page 257: ...l weight added to the Base Curb Weight including cargo and optional equipment When towing trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 257 ...

Page 258: ... each axle must never exceed its GAWR Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance engine transmission and or structural damage serious damage to the vehicle loss of control and personal injury Note For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Gu...

Page 259: ...s of control and personal injury GCW Gross Combined Weight is the weight of the loaded vehicle GVW plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer including all cargo and passengers that the vehicle can handle without risking damage Important The towing vehicle s braking system is rated for operatio...

Page 260: ...tion Label Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals because they may lower the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limitations Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and or personal injury Steps for determining t...

Page 261: ...uggage capacity You and one of your friends decide to pick up cement from the local home improvement store to finish that patio you have been planning for the past 2 years Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down you have room for 12 100 lb 45 kg bags of cement Do you have enough load capacity to transport the cement to your home If you and your friend each weigh 220 lb 9...

Page 262: ... of a trailer tow option package Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle s engine transmission axle brakes tires and suspension For your safety and to maximize vehicle performance be sure to use the proper equipment while towing When towing maximum loads under high outside temperatures and on steep grades the A C system may cycle on and off to protect the engine from overheating This ...

Page 263: ...range lb kg 0 Maximum 4 6L 3 73 8500 3856 0 3500 0 1588 Notes For high altitude operation reduce GCW by 2 per 1 000 ft 300 meters elevation For definitions of terms used in this table and instructions on how to calculate your vehicle load refer to Vehicle loading in this chapter Maximum trailer weights shown The combined weight of the completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must not exceed...

Page 264: ...aximum GCW be reduced to 11 600 lb 5 262 kg At these temperatures vehicle speed should be kept below 60 mph 97 km h during highway operation Extended operation above 4 000 rpm should be avoided Towing a trailer over 3 500 lb 1 588 kg requires a weight carrying class III IV hitch Towing a trailer over 5 000 lb 2 268 kg requires a weight carrying class III IV hitch with aftermarket weight distributi...

Page 265: ...trim and reinstall the two 1 4 turn fasteners by turning them clockwise Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle See your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper use a load carrying hitch You must distribute the load in your trailer so that...

Page 266: ...R Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles Make sure all running lights brake lights turn signals and hazard lights are working See your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps Never connect any trailer lighting to the vehicle s taillamp circuits because it may damage the electrical system resulting in fire Contact y...

Page 267: ...stance for stopping with a trailer attached If you are driving down a long or steep hill shift to a lower gear Do not apply the brakes continuously as they may overheat and become less effective The trailer tongue weight should be 10 15 of the loaded trailer weight After you have traveled 50 miles 80 km thoroughly check your hitch electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts To aid in engine ...

Page 268: ...ure that your transmission is not damaged due to insufficient lubrication Rear Wheel Drive RWD 4x2 vehicles This applies to all 4x2 trucks sport utilities with rear wheel drive capability Place the transmission in N Neutral Maximum speed is 35 mph 56 km h Maximum distance is 50 miles 80 km If a distance of 50 miles 80 km or a speed of 35 mph 56 km h must be exceeded you must disconnect the drivesh...

Page 269: ...ength of radio noise When starting a fuel injected engine avoid pressing the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine For more information on starting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine in this chapter Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk o...

Page 270: ...n order to warm the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their proper usage refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter 2 Make sure vehicle accessories are off Make sure the parking brake is set Make sure ...

Page 271: ...ng the key to 4 START 2 Turn the key to 4 START then release the key as soon as the engine starts Excessive cranking could damage the starter Note If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try turn the key to OFF wait 10 seconds and try again If the engine still fails to start press the accelerator to the floor and try again this will allow the engine to crank with the fuel shu...

Page 272: ...tion If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time open the windows at least one inch 2 5 cm or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air BRAKES Your service brakes are self adjusting Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for scheduled maintenance Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate a performance concern with the...

Page 273: ...e on If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking the vehicle should be inspected by a qualified service technician The ABS operates by detecting the onset of wheel lockup during brake applications and compensates for this tendency The wheels are prevented from locking even when the brakes are firmly applied Using ABS In an emergency or when maximum effici...

Page 274: ...l ABS warning lamp The ABS warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up remains on or continues to flash the ABS needs to be serviced With the ABS light on the anti lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with ...

Page 275: ...pping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected Pull the release lever to release the brake Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy ADVANCETRAC姞 WITH ROLL STABILITY CONTROL RSC STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The AdvanceTrac威 system provides a stability enhancement feature as well ...

Page 276: ...normally during the cool down period AdvanceTrac威 enhances your vehicle s stability during maneuvers that require all available tire traction like in wet snowy icy road conditions and or when performing emergency maneuvers In an emergency lane change the driver will experience better overall vehicle traction and have better control of the vehicle The AdvanceTrac威 system helps the driver maintain s...

Page 277: ...tor light in the control button that will illuminate when the system is turned off In vehicles with a message center the message ADVTRAC OFF will be displayed If a failure is detected in the AdvanceTrac威 Roll Stability Control system the warning indicator light in the instrument cluster will stay on If the warning indicator light in the instrument cluster remains on while the engine is running hav...

Page 278: ...ar seat The speaker vibrations can adversely affect the AdvanceTrac威 Roll Stability Control sensors located in this area Note Pressing the AdvanceTrac威 button will disable AdvanceTrac威 and Roll Stability Control Aggressive driving in any road conditions can cause you to lose control of your vehicle increasing the risk of severe personal injury or property damage The occurrence of a AdvanceTrac威 Ro...

Page 279: ...ur vehicle is equipped with speed sensitive variable assist power steering At low speeds steering assist will adjust to reduce efforts and improve low speed maneuverability and at high speeds the assist will adjust to improve steering feel If the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes while driving at a constant vehicle speed have the power steering system checked by your dealer o...

Page 280: ...ng distance should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle Your vehicle has the capability to haul more cargo and people than most passenger cars Depending upon the type and placement of the load hauling people and cargo may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle Use extra caution while becoming familiar with your vehicle Know the capabilities and limitations of both you as a driver and...

Page 281: ...e roof of the vehicle as shown in the illustration 4 Move the gearshift lever back to N Neutral two places from P Park 5 Start the vehicle and release the parking brake If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle s brakelamps are not operating properly Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter 200...

Page 282: ...t Strategy Adaptive Shift Strategy offers the optimal transmission operation and shift quality When the vehicle s battery has been disconnected for any type of service or repair the transmission will need to relearn the normal shift strategy parameters much like having to reset your radio stations when your vehicle battery has been disconnected The Adaptive Transmission Strategy allows the transmi...

Page 283: ...d in P Park Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift lever in R Reverse the 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 the brake pedal down while in this position D ...

Page 284: ...overdrive mode press the transmission control switch The O D OFF lamp will not be illuminated O D Overdrive is automatically returned each time the key is turned off 3 Third Transmission operates in third gear only Used for improved traction on slippery roads Selecting 3 Third provides engine braking 2 Second Use 2 Second to start up on slippery roads or to provide additional engine braking on dow...

Page 285: ...ome generally large and fixed objects when moving in reverse on a flat surface at parking speeds Inclement weather may also affect the function of the system this may include reduced performance or a false activation To help avoid personal injury always use caution when in reverse and when using the system This system is not designed to prevent contact with small or moving objects The system is de...

Page 286: ...ear selector is in R Reverse Refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter for more information Keep the Rear Park Assist sensors located on the rear bumper fascia free from snow ice and large accumulations of dirt do not clean the sensors with sharp objects If the sensors are covered it will affect the accuracy of the system If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper fascia leavi...

Page 287: ...hicles equipped with AdvanceTrac姞 only During normal operation the AWD system is in AWD AUTO mode AWD LOCKED will illuminate in the message center for four seconds when you first start your vehicle The AWD LOCKED indicator in the instrument cluster will also come on AWD AUTO mode can be overridden by pressing SETUP in the message center When you first press SETUP AWD AUTO will be displayed then if...

Page 288: ...D DISABLED for four seconds then SEE OWNER S MANUAL A warning chime will also sound The warning displays and chime will continue until RESET is pressed which will clear the message from the display AWD LOCKED can still be engaged by pressing SETUP the message center will display AWD DISABLED LOCKED then pressing RESET The AWD LOCKED indicator light will illuminate in the instrument cluster and the...

Page 289: ...you grip the steering wheel from the outside Do not grip the spokes Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving Map out your route before driving in the area To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle you must have all four wheels on the ground and they must be r...

Page 290: ...trol vehicle rollover personal injury and death If your vehicle gets stuck If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Do not ro...

Page 291: ... of gravity such as utility and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles...

Page 292: ... proceed with caution Mud and water If you must drive through high water drive slowly Traction or brake capability may be limited When driving through water determine the depth avoid water higher than the bottom of the hubs if possible and proceed slowly If the ignition system gets wet the vehicle may stall Once through water always try the brakes Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively ...

Page 293: ...hill or steep incline you should always try to drive straight up or straight down Avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes or hills A danger lies in losing traction slipping sideways and possibly rolling over Whenever driving on a hill determine beforehand the route you will use Do not drive over the crest of a hill without seeing what conditions are on the other side Do not drive in rev...

Page 294: ...power and quick changes of direction on snow and ice Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop Avoid sudden braking as well Although an AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice it won t stop any faster because as in other vehicles braking occurs at all four wheels Do not become overconfident as to road conditions Make sure you ...

Page 295: ...iver and passenger safety Frequent inspection of vehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to heavy off road usage DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do not drive quickly through standing water especially if the depth is unknown Traction or brake capability may be limited and if the ignition system gets wet your engine may stall Water may also enter your engine s air intake and seve...

Page 296: ...st Ford Motor Company dealership or your selling dealer if within 35 miles 56 3 km of the nearest Ford Motor Company dealership one tow per disablement Even non warranty related tows like accidents are covered some exclusions apply such as impound towing or repossession Canadian customers refer to your Owner Information Guide for information on coverage period exact fuel amounts towing of your dis...

Page 297: ...urchase 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 ford ca HAZARD FLASHER Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown approaching danger etc The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is off The hazard lights control is located on top of the steerin...

Page 298: ...y pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition to the ON position Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the OFF position 5 Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any ele...

Page 299: ...es Fuse link cartridge 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 Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below the instrument panel on the driver...

Page 300: ...onroof motor Driver seat switch Driver seat lumbar 2 10A VAPS module Memory seat module Body security module Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS SecuriLock娂 LED 3 20A Radio Navigation module 4 5A Front wiper module 5 15A Flasher relay turn hazards 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 300 ...

Page 301: ...t relay coil Climate seat modules Auxiliary A C temperature blend mode actuator A C clutch relay contact 11 20A Not used spare 12 15A Restraints module 13 10A Brake shift interlock 14 5A Not used spare 15 5A Instrument cluster Rear wiper module TPMS 16 15A OBD II 17 15A Delayed accessory relay coil Battery saver relay coil and contact 18 5A Not used spare 19 15A Washer pump 20 5A Shifter Clock Pow...

Page 302: ...y coil 26 5A SecuriLock娂 transceiver 27 5A Rear park assist VAPS module 28 5A Radio Navigation 29 10A DTRS Feed to Fuse 28 30 5A Instrument cluster Compass module Auxiliary A C relay coil The relays are located on the reverse side of the passenger compartment fuse panel To access the relays you must remove the fuse panel 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 302 ...

Page 303: ...high current fuses that protect your vehicle s main electrical 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 the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Mainten...

Page 304: ...ule 8 20A Electric cooling fan 9 20A Headlamp switch 10 30A ABS RSC module valves 11 40A PTEC relay contacts 12 50A Ignition Starter relay 13 40A Trailer tow relays 14 15A Brake lamp feed 15 10A Keep alive power PTEC cluster DEATC Courtesy lights 16 20A Power point 3 17 20A Rear wiper module 18 20A 4x4 module 19 30A Driver window motor 20 30A Electric trailer brake module 21 30A Memory seat module...

Page 305: ...ht HID relay 35 20A Left HID relay 36 40A Blower motor 37 15A A C clutch relay TXV Transmission Speed control 38 15A HEGO VMV Canister vent IMCC LSRC EGR module 39 15A Injectors Idle air control 40 15A PTEC Mass Air Flow MAF sensor Fuel pump relay 41 25A Coil on plug PTEC diode relay 42 10A Right low beam halogen 43 10A Left low beam halogen 44 2A Heated PCV valve w DRL only 45 Not used 46 20A Hig...

Page 306: ... relay 55 Blower motor relay 56 Starter motor relay 57 PTEC relay 58 Ignition relay 59 Not used 60 PCM diode 61 A C clutch diode 62 30A circuit breaker Power windows Moonroof Audio delayed accessory Auxiliary relay box The relay box is located on the front right fender well underneath the speed control module 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 306 ...

Page 307: ...our dealer or a certified technician for service of this relay box The relays are coded as follows Fuse Relay Location Description Relay 1 Liftgate release solenoid Relay 2 Open Relay 3 Open Relay 4 Trailer tow back up lamps Relay 5 Open Relay 6 Open Relay 7 Trailer tow battery charge Relay 8 Trailer tow park lamps Relay 9 Open Relay 10 Open Diode 11 Open Diode 12 Open 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guid...

Page 308: ...l not affect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation 1 Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not...

Page 309: ...f the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 309 ...

Page 310: ...unding points Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts Jump starting 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased spe...

Page 311: ...jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 311 ...

Page 312: ...able from the positive 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 idle conditions 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 312 ...

Page 313: ... AWD vehicles it is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground Ford Motor Company has developed a procedure to hook up your vehicle that minimizes the risk of damage during towing when using wheel lift equipment with the front wheels off the ground If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage ...

Page 314: ... 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 remains unresolved contact the Sales Manager Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager 3 If you require assistance or clarification on Ford Motor Company policies or procedures please contact the Lincoln Merc...

Page 315: ...x 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 1 800 387 9333 www lincolncanada com In order to help you service your Lincoln vehicle please have the following information available when contacting the Lincoln Centre Your telephone number home and business The name of the dealer and the city where the dealership is located The year and make of your vehicle The date of vehicle purchase The current odometer readin...

Page 316: ...t to choose whether to receive a refund or replacement vehicle California Civil Code Section 1793 22 b presumes that the manufacturer has had 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 18 000 miles 29 000 km whichever occurs first 1 Two or more repair attempts are made on the s...

Page 317: ...cle s performance as designed a request for reimbursement of consequential expenses unless a service or product concern is being reviewed items not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty including maintenance and wear items alleged personal injury property damage claims cases currently in litigation vehicles not used primarily for family personal or household purposes except in states where t...

Page 318: ...ll then be asked to submit statements To properly review your case the Board needs the following information Legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair orders relevant to the case The year make model and Vehicle Identification Number VIN listed on your vehicle ownership license The date of repair s and mileage at the time of occurrence s The current mileage The name of the dealer s ...

Page 319: ...onsumers who are free to pursue other remedies available to them under state or federal law To request a DSB Brochure Application For a brochure application speak to your dealer or write call the Board at the following address phone number Dispute Settlement Board P O Box 1424 Waukesha WI 53187 1424 1 800 428 3718 You may also contact the North American Customer Relationship Center at 1 800 392 36...

Page 320: ...coverage 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 Protection against covered repair costs after your Bumper to Bumper Warranty expires You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating Ford and Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealer There are several plans ava...

Page 321: ...ed while you are traveling or living in Central or South America the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership cannot help you write or call FORD MOTOR COMPANY WORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business Park 3 Allen Park Michigan 48101 U S A Telephone 313 594 4857 FAX 313 390 0804 If you are in another foreign country contact t...

Page 322: ...rm the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation 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 or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTS...

Page 323: ...he vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface if these substances come in contact with your vehicle wash off as soon as possible If your vehicle is equipped with running boards do not use rubber plastic and vinyl protectant products on the running board surfac...

Page 324: ...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 remove brake dust and dirt could wear away the clearcoat finish over time Do not use hydrofluoric acid based or high caustic based wheel cleaners steel wool fuels or strong household detergent To remove tar and greas...

Page 325: ...pers do not wipe properly substances on the vehicle s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes tree sap or other organic contamination To clean these items please follow these tips The windshield rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with a non abrasive cleaner such as Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 avail...

Page 326: ...ain products such as insect repellent and suntan lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted surfaces INTERIOR For fabric carpets cloth seats safety belts and seats equipped with side air bags Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet Upholstery Cleaner ZC 54 If grease or tar is present on the mat...

Page 327: ...t Deluxe Leather Care Kit ZC 11 D available from your authorized dealer Do not use household cleaning products alcohol solutions solvents or cleaners intended for rubber vinyl and plastics or oil petroleum based leather conditioners These products may cause premature wearing of the clear protective coating Note In some instances color or dye transfer can occur when wet clothing comes in contact wi...

Page 328: ... 40 A Motorcraft Dash and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 38 A Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner U S only ZC 11 A Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A Motorcraft Dusting Cloth ZC 24 Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser U S only ZC 20 Motorcraft Engine Shampoo Canada only CXC 66 A Motorcraft One Step Wash and Wax Concentrate ZC 6 A Motorcraft Paint Sealant ZC 45 Motorcraft Premium Car Wash Concentrate U S o...

Page 329: ...st performance in your vehicle PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE Do not work on a hot engine Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off 1 Set the p...

Page 330: ...ide the vehicle pull the hood release handle 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the latch located in the grille 3 Lift the hood 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 330 ...

Page 331: ... 2 Brake fluid reservoir 3 Power distribution box 4 Battery 5 Power steering fluid reservoir 6 Engine oil filler cap 7 Engine coolant reservoir 8 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9 Air filter assembly 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 331 ...

Page 332: ...ection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident Note Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate Washer fluid for the liftgate is sup...

Page 333: ...tor clean Insert the indicator fully then remove it again If the oil level is within this range the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL If the oil level is below this mark engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 333 ...

Page 334: ...y certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oil level Make sure the oil level is not above the normal operating range on the engine oil level indicator dipstick 4 Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated 5 Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler ca...

Page 335: ...lity performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle s engine Do not use supplemental engine oil additives cleaners or other engine treatments They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in scheduled maintenance information Ford production and aftermarket Motorcraft oi...

Page 336: ... battery needs water often have the charging system checked If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced For longer trouble free operation keep the top of the battery clean and dry Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals remove the ...

Page 337: ...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 Put the gearshift lever in P Park turn off all accessories and start the engine 3 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature 4 Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 5 Turn the A C on and allow the engi...

Page 338: ...t 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 maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below refer to instructions in the Adding engine coolant section Your vehicle was factory filled with a 50 50 engine coolant a...

Page 339: ...t been checked at the recommended interval the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty If the reservoir is low or empty refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter Note Automotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location The cooling system in your vehicle is originally equipped ...

Page 340: ...use engine damage Do not mix with recycled coolant unless from a Ford approved recycling process see Use of Recycled engine coolant section Adding engine coolant Only a qualified technician should add engine coolant to your vehicle If the coolant level is LOW or if there are any coolant system problems contact you local Lincoln dealer Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid contai...

Page 341: ...ner to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive What you should know about fail safe cooling If the engine coolant supply is depleted this feature allows the vehicle to be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred The fail safe distance depends on ambient temperatures vehicle load and terrain H...

Page 342: ...ely shutting down automatically to prevent engine damage therefore 1 Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine 2 Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to a service facility 3 If this is not possible wait a short period for the engine to cool 4 Check the coolant level and replenish if low Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot 5 Restart th...

Page 343: ...fueling your vehicle Always turn off the vehicle before refueling Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury If fuel is swallowed call a physician immediately even if no symptoms are immediately apparent The toxic effects of fuel may not be visible for hours Avoid inhaling fuel vapors Inhaling too...

Page 344: ... conditions Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container Refueling Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries To help avoid injuries to you and others Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island Turn off y...

Page 345: ...full Once the fuel filler cap is properly secured CHECK TIGHTEN FUEL CAP will turn off after a short period of driving If you must replace the fuel filler cap replace it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for your vehicle The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used The fuel system may be...

Page 346: ...ee your dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting rough idle or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start try a different brand of gasoline 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 h...

Page 347: ...s 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 or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy We do not recommend taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km of driving engine break in period You will get a more ac...

Page 348: ...y 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 in miles or kilometers 2 Each time you fill the tank record the amount of fuel added in gallons or liters 3 After at least three to five tank fill ups fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading 4 Subtract you...

Page 349: ...omy You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between gears occurs Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy Combine errands and minimize stop and go driving Maintenance Ke...

Page 350: ...y comparisons with other vehicles It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the window sticker These numbers represent the Range of MPG L 100 km expected on the vehicle under optimum conditions Your fuel economy may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic c...

Page 351: ...d to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working Information about your vehicle s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up specifications Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete emission warranty information On board diagnostics OBD II Yo...

Page 352: ... vehicle may not pass the I M test with the Check engine Service engine soon light on If the vehicle s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced the on board diagnostics system is reset to a not ready for I M test condition To ready the on board diagnostics system for I M testing a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as described below First at least 10 min...

Page 353: ...elow the MAX line that do not trigger the brake system warning lamp are within the normal operating range there is no need to add fluid If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range the performance of your brake system could be compromised seek service from your dealer immediately TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid The automatic transmission does not have a tr...

Page 354: ... cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing 5 Install a new air filter element Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly seated 6 Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps Note Failure to use the correct air filter ele...

Page 355: ...rk plugs Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity Brake fluid Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid All Fill to...

Page 356: ...All 4 2 quarts 4 0L 1 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used MERCON威 and MERCON威 V are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCON威 and MERCON威 V Refer to your scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct service interval 2 Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in tank cooler The amount of trans...

Page 357: ... Brake Fluid PM 1 ESA M6C25 A or WSS M6C62 A Driveshaft slip spline universal joints Motorcraft Premium Long Life Grease XG 1 C or XG 1 K ESA M1C75 B Engine coolant Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant yellow colored VC 7 A U S except CA OR and NM VC 7 B CA OR and NM WSS M97B51 A1 Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 5W20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil US Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Can...

Page 358: ...C197 A Transfer case AWD Motorcraft MERCON威 Multi Purpose ATF XT 2 QDX MERCON威 Transfer case Front Output Slip Shaft Motorcraft Premium Long Life Grease XG 1 C or XG 1 K ESA M1C75 B Windshield washer fluid Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate ZC 32 A WSB M8B16 A2 1 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used MERCON威 and MERCON威 V are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCON威 a...

Page 359: ...ssion ratio 10 1 VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions Inches mm 1 Overall length 193 3 4910 2 Vehicle width body 73 9 1877 3 Vehicle width including mirrors 83 9 2132 4 Maximum height 71 4 1813 4 5 Wheelbase 113 7 2889 6 Track width front 60 9 1547 6 Track width rear 61 2 1554 P245 tire with roof rack 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 359 ...

Page 360: ...2 6 3 4 2005 Aviator 231 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 360 ...

Page 361: ...ompliance Certification Label is located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s door Vehicle identification number VIN The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 2005 Aviat...

Page 362: ... Engine number The engine number the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number is stamped on the engine block and transmission Transmission Transaxle code designations You can find a transmission transaxle code on the vehicle certification label The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents Code Description V Five speed automatic 5R55S 2005 Aviato...

Page 363: ...r provides you the greatest benefit 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty This means that Genuine Lincoln Accessories purchased along with your new vehicle and installed by the dealer are covered for the full length of your New Vehicle s Limited Warranty 4 years or 50 000 miles 80 000 km whichever occurs first Contact your ...

Page 364: ...ation systems Mobile ease hands free communication system Remote start Vehicle security systems For maximum vehicle performance keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle When adding accessories 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 or GAWR as indicat...

Page 365: ... communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use To avoid interference with other vehicle functions such as anti lock braking systems amateur radio users who install radios and antennas onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in the area of the driver s side hood Electrical or electronic accesso...

Page 366: ...ry power point 124 Axle lubricant specifications 357 359 refill capacities 355 B Battery 336 acid treating emergencies 336 jumping a disabled battery 308 maintenance free 336 replacement specifications 354 servicing 336 BeltMinder 198 Brakes 272 anti lock 273 274 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 274 fluid checking and adding 353 fluid refill capacities 355 fluid specifications 357 359 lubr...

Page 367: ...tting the service you need 314 Ordering additional owner s literature 321 The Dispute Settlement Board 316 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Program 319 D Daytime running lamps see Lamps 106 Defrost rear window 103 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 353 engine oil 332 Doors lubricant specifications 357 Driving under special conditions 290 293 sand 292 snow and ice 294 through water 292 295 DV...

Page 368: ...ations 347 354 fuel pump shut off switch 297 improving fuel economy 347 octane rating 346 359 quality 346 running out of fuel 347 safety information relating to automotive fuels 342 Fuses 298 299 G Garage Door Opener see Homelink wireless control system 137 Gas cap see Fuel cap 345 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 347 Gauges 13 H Hazard flashers 297 Head restraints 177 Headlamps 104 aiming 108 autolam...

Page 369: ...ading instructions 262 Locks childproof 160 doors 159 Lubricant specifications 357 359 Lug nuts 240 Luggage rack 157 Lumbar support seats 177 M Message center 141 142 english metric button 146 system check button 146 warning messages 149 Mirrors 129 automatic dimming rearview mirror 129 fold away 131 heated 130 programmable memory 163 side view mirrors power 130 signal 130 Moon roof 123 Motorcraft...

Page 370: ...afety belts see Safety restraints 189 192 195 197 Safety Canopy 206 207 Safety defects reporting 322 Safety restraints 189 192 197 belt minder 198 extension assembly 201 for adults 193 195 for children 210 safety belt maintenance 202 warning light and chime 197 Safety seats for children 213 Seat belts see Safety restraints 189 Seats 177 child safety seats 213 climate control 181 easy access easyou...

Page 371: ... 225 246 Towing 262 recreational towing 268 trailer towing 262 wrecker 313 Transmission 280 brake shift interlock BSI 280 fluid checking and adding automatic 353 fluid refill capacities 355 lubricant specifications 357 359 Trunk 162 Turn signal 109 V Vehicle dimensions 359 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 361 Vehicle loading 255 Ventilating your vehicle 272 W Warning lights see Lights 10 Washer f...

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