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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

See Owner’s Guide

Fasten Safety Belt

Air Bag-Front

Air Bag-Side

Child Seat

Child Seat Installation
Warning

Child Seat Lower
Anchor

Child Seat Tether
Anchor

Brake System

Anti-Lock Brake System

Brake Fluid -
Non-Petroleum Based

Traction Control

AdvanceTrac

娂

Master Lighting Switch

Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front

Fuse Compartment

Fuel Pump Reset

Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield
Defrost/Demist

Rear Window
Defrost/Demist

2004 Thunderbird

(tbr)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English

(fus)

Introduction

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Summary of Contents for Thunderbird 2004

Page 1: ...trols 22 Electronic automatic temperature control 22 Rear window defroster 25 Lights 27 Headlamps 27 Turn signal control 30 Bulb replacement 30 Driver Controls 38 Windshield wiper washer control 38 Steering wheel adjustment 39 Power windows 40 Mirrors 41 Speed control 42 Locks and Security 61 Keys 61 Locks 61 Anti theft system 64 Table of Contents 1 ...

Page 2: ...nsmission operation 114 Vehicle loading 121 Trailer towing 124 Recreational towing 124 Roadside Emergencies 125 Getting roadside assistance 125 Hazard flasher switch 126 Fuel pump shut off switch 126 Fuses and relays 127 Changing tires 136 Jump starting 142 Wrecker towing 148 Customer Assistance 149 Reporting safety defects U S only 157 Cleaning 158 Table of Contents 2 ...

Page 3: ...Accessories 214 Index 216 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 2003 Ford Motor Company Table...

Page 4: ...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 vehicle s 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 printing ...

Page 5: ...vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol BREAKING IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break in Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1 600 km 1 000 miles of new vehicle operation Vary your speed...

Page 6: ...der to properly diagnose and service your vehicle Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing 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 ...

Page 7: ...eek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada Special instructions For your added safety your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls Please read the section Supplemental restraint system SRS in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury Front seat mounted...

Page 8: ...ning Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat Tether Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Traction Control AdvanceTrac娂 Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Introduction 8 ...

Page 9: ... 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 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Introduction 9 ...

Page 10: ...ed 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 damage the catalytic ...

Page 11: ...g performance may occur It will take you longer to stop the vehicle Have the vehicle checked by your dealer immediately Anti lock brake system If the ABS light stays illuminated or 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 illu...

Page 12: ...character is displayed or flashing this indicates a transmission malfunction contact your dealer immediately Operating the transmission with the E character illuminated may cause additional damage to the transmission Traction Control娂 active Illuminates when the Traction Control娂 is active If the light remains on have the system serviced immediately refer to the Driving chapter for more informatio...

Page 13: ...he indicators flash faster check for a burned out bulb High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on Electronic throttle control Illuminates when the engine has defaulted to a limp home operation Report the fault to a dealer at the earliest opportunity Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF LOCK or ACC position and the driver s door...

Page 14: ...l range between H and C If it enters the red section the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine and let the engine cool Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot Odometer Registers the total kilometers miles of the vehicle 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Instrument Cluster 14 ...

Page 15: ... your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine Fuel gauge Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank when the ignition is in the ON position The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guid...

Page 16: ...rough your Ford dealer Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit 3 DSP Digital Signal Processing 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 Oc...

Page 17: ...MENU and SEL to access clock mode RDS on off Traffic announcement mode Program type mode and Shuffle 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 operated and individually elect to use RDS technology to transmit station ...

Page 18: ...hours minutes Press MENU again to disengage clock mode 10 Memory presets To set a station Select frequency band AM FM tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sound returns 11 SAT if equipped Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite Ready capability The kit to enable the Satellite reception is available through your Ford dealer Detailed satellite instructions are included ...

Page 19: ... 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 information 16 Sc...

Page 20: ...he weaker the reception Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception Station overload When you pass a broadcast tower a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed CD CD PLAYER CARE Do Handle discs by their edges only Never touch the playing surface Inspect ...

Page 21: ... 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 point pens may damage CDs Please contact your dealer for further information AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTY AND SERVICE Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information If service is...

Page 22: ...ay also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle Will work in all modes except defrost Recirculation turns off automatically when floor floor defrost or defrost mode is selected To reduce humidity inside the vehicle turn recirculation off 3 Passenger side temperature control Press to engage the dual zone feature of the DEATC system Allows the passenger to choose and co...

Page 23: ...l not operate 12 Auto To engage automatic temperature control press AUTO and select the desired temperature using the temperature control The system will automatically determine fan speed airflow location AC on or off and outside or recirculated air to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature 13 Manual override controls Allows you to manually select where airflow is directed To re...

Page 24: ...side air inlet vents do not leave the air flow selector in the OFF position when the vehicle is parked Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield With the ignition in the OFF position after operating the vehicle some vehicle sounds related to the climate control system may be heard Approximately two minutes after key off the air distribution doors may adju...

Page 25: ...ow defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice or fog The light above the control will illuminate to indicate that the rear defrost is operating The ignition must be in the RUN position and the engine running in order to operate the rear window defroster The rear window defroster turns off automatically after a predetermined amount of time if a low battery condition is detected or if th...

Page 26: ... following benefits to customers Improves the customer s driving comfort by reducing particle concentration Improves the interior compartment cleanliness Protects the climate control components from particle deposits The filter is located just in front of the windshield under the cowl grille on the passenger side of the vehicle For more information or to replace the filter see your Ford Lincoln or...

Page 27: ...itch is turned to OFF To turn autolamps on rotate the control counterclockwise The preselected time lapse is adjustable up to approximately three minutes by continuing to rotate the control counterclockwise To turn autolamps off rotate the control clockwise to OFF Daytime running lamps DRL Canada Only Turns the lowbeam headlamps on with a reduced output To activate with automatic transmission the ...

Page 28: ...eat to deactivate Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during parklamp headlamp and autolamp operation Rotate up to brighten Rotate down to dim Rotate fully up to turn on the floor and dome lights Note The panel dimmer control is only active when the autolamp has determined that it is ...

Page 29: ...amp lens 3 Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood 4 On the wall or screen you will observe a light pattern with flat edges at the top of the beam pattern If the flat edges are not at the horizontal reference line the beam will need to be adjusted To see a clearer light pattern for adjusting you may want to block the light from one headlamp while adjusting...

Page 30: ...elay position the lamp will only come on when a door is opened or if the panel dimmer control is fully rotated up If the control is moved to the center position the lamp will not come on at all BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized D O T...

Page 31: ...l lamps 3157K Backup lamps 3156K Rear license plate lamps 168 High mount brake lamp See a dealer or qualified technician Footwell courtesy lamps 168 Reading lamps 3886X Dome lamp 6411 Glove box lamp 168 To replace all instrument panel lights see your dealer Interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Lights 31 ...

Page 32: ... the nut from the back of the headlamp and pull headlamp forward 4 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward 5 Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise when viewed from the rear to free it from the bulb socket and slide the ring off the plastic base Keep the ring to retain the new bulb 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus...

Page 33: ...eft or right to align the grooves in the plastic base with the tabs in the lamp assembly When the grooves are aligned push the bulb into the lamp assembly until the plastic base contacts the rear of the lamp assembly 2 Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base and lock the ring by rotating clockwise until it snaps into place 3 Connect the electrical connector to the bulb 4 Install the ...

Page 34: ...erclockwise and remove from lamp assembly 5 Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb 6 Install bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning clockwise 7 Install the headlamp on vehicle by aligning the lamp on the vehicle push rearward to fully seat the lamp assembly and install the screw on the headlamp 8 Push the two retainer pins down 9 Turn the lamps on and make sure the ne...

Page 35: ...ulbs if equipped 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then remove the screw and carefully pull the lamp assembly out from the bumper 2 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly 3 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb 4 To complete installation follow the removal procedure in reverse order Replacing tail brake turn backup...

Page 36: ...carefully pull the carpet away to expose the nut and washer assemblies 2 Remove the two nut and washer assemblies from the lamp assembly 3 Pull the lamp assembly towards the rear of the vehicle disengaging the ball stud locator from the ball stud socket in the body Carefully remove the lamp assembly from the vehicle 4 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly 5 Pull the...

Page 37: ...e vehicle 2 Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly 3 Carefully pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb 4 Install the lamp assembly with two screws Replacing high mount brake lamp assembly For bulb replacement see a dealer or qualified technician 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Lights 37 ...

Page 38: ...h and hold the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1 Pull the wiper arm away from the vehicle Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm 2 Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is...

Page 39: ...to the ignition the column will return to the previous setting Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving AUXILIARY POWER POINT The power point is an additional power source for electrical accessories A power point is located on the instrument panel Do not use the auxiliary power point as a cigarette lighter The use of non Ford approved electrical accessories could cause damage not...

Page 40: ... In order to improve door efforts and sealing your vehicle is equipped with short drop glass This feature lowers the glass when either door is opened The glass returns to its closed position when the door is closed If the optional removable top is not installed on your vehicle this feature will also lower the glass when the convertible top switch is operated The glass will return to its closed pos...

Page 41: ...ISOR MIRROR To open the visor mirror slide the mirror cover POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS To adjust your mirrors 1 Select L to adjust the left mirror or R to adjust the right mirror 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center position to disable the adjust function LOCKABLE AND ELECTRONIC TRUNK REMOTE CONTROL The remote trunk release control is located on the d...

Page 42: ... the accelerator pedal Speed control does not work at speeds below 48 km h 30 mph Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience 1 Press the ON control and release it 2 Accelerate to the desired speed 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guid...

Page 43: ...wnhill you may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed If the vehicle speed decreases more than 16 km h 10 mph below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage Resuming a set speed Press the RES control and release it This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed The RES control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 48 km h 30 mph 20...

Page 44: ...d 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 control You can also use the SET control to operate the Tap Down function Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 6 ...

Page 45: ...d control set speed memory is erased STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS These controls allow you to operate some audio control features Audio control features Press MEDIA to select AM FM1 FM2 or CD In AM FM1 or FM2 mode Press or ⵜ to select preset stations within the selected radio band In CD mode Press or ⵜ to select the next selection on the CD O N O F F RES SET CANCEL MUTE VOL MEDIA MUTE VOL MEDIA 2004 Th...

Page 46: ...r or gate be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential harm or damage Do not use the HomeLink威 Wireless Control System with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U S federal safety standards this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 A garage door which cannot detect an object signaling the door...

Page 47: ...hand held transmitter signals into HomeLink威 2 Position the end of your hand held transmitter 2 8 cm 1 3 inches away from the HomeLink威 button you wish to program located on the header trim while keeping the amber light in view 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink威 and hand held transmitter button Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed Some entry gates and garage d...

Page 48: ... programming HomeLink威 should now activate your rolling code equipped device To program additional HomeLink威 buttons begin with step 2 in the Programming section For questions or comments please contact HomeLink at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 Gate Operator Canadian Programming During programming your hand held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting not allowing enough time for Home...

Page 49: ...or light begins to flash after 20 seconds Release both buttons Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds HomeLink威 is now in the train or learning mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with step 2 in the Programming section Reprogramming a single HomeLink姞 button To program a device to HomeLink威 using a HomeLink威 button previously trained follow these steps 1 Press and hold the desired Hom...

Page 50: ... or in the accessory delay mode It is recommended that the vehicle s engine is running when lowering the top to prevent draining the battery 2 Check the convertible top stowage compartment behind the seat to be sure it is empty and ready to receive the top 3 Press the button on the convertible top handle and pull the handle down and forward to release the clamps from the windshield header 4 Push t...

Page 51: ...ble top To raise the convertible top 1 Bring the vehicle to a complete stop Put the vehicle in the P Park position The convertible top will operate with the key in the RUN position RUN ACC position or in the accessory delay mode It is recommended that the vehicle s engine is running when raising the top to prevent draining the battery 2 Remove the boot and store it in the luggage compartment 2004 ...

Page 52: ...vertible top handle and pull the handle down to open both top clamps before the top meets the windshield header 6 Resume pushing the convertible top switch until it has reached the fully closed position flush to the header 7 The two pins under the forward edge of the top should seat themselves in the matching holes in the header 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Drive...

Page 53: ...in the full up or latched position Convertible top and padded molding care To avoid damage to the cloth top and moldings use only an approved Ford cleaner or equivalent Do not use abrasive material or cleaners Wash with a high quality convertible top cleaner protectant If your car is equipped with a light colored convertible top it will require extra care Do not use abrasive material or cleaners H...

Page 54: ...ar of the removable top Your vehicle must be turned OFF and placed in PARK on a level surface prior to installing or removing the top Open the doors lower the windows and clean the area where the removable top mounts on the body Before installing the removable top unsnap and properly store the convertible top boot Refer to Installation of the boot in the Convertible section Also thoroughly dry the...

Page 55: ... into the bracket receivers 4 Position the front of the top so that the locating tabs on each side are placed in the mounting castings Ensure that the weather strip on the top is placed on the body mounted seal without any wrinkles or gaps The joint should have a smooth and continuous transition to prevent water leaks 5 Take the mounting key from the bag located in the trunk 2004 Thunderbird tbr O...

Page 56: ...e 8 Turn and lock the levers fully forward The levers are locked when you feel the spring engage and the levers are pointing toward the front of the vehicle 9 Using the mounting key finish tightening the screws at the front of the removable top all the way so that they are secure The front screw fittings must be checked to see that they are firmly seated after a distance of approximately 50 to 60 ...

Page 57: ...main undetachable in the windscreen panel of your vehicle 3 Undo the locking levers at the rear right and left sides of the vehicle Rotate the levers rearward while applying a slight upward force to the top 4 With the aid of a second person lift the top off the vehicle and store it as described in Removable top storage in the chapter 5 Push the two screws down into the windscreen panel of your veh...

Page 58: ... snaps into place 4 Squeeze the second set of chrome buttons top and bottom for the opposite leg until the leg snaps into place 5 Turn the rack over on its wheels and place the removable top storage rack on a flat level surface Make sure the center T section is fully locked by attempting to move the section downward without depressing the chrome locking buttons 6 Lock the two front wheels located ...

Page 59: ...located on the tip of each wheel Place the mounting key in a safe place to use again Keep your removable top clean by placing the provided cover over it If you plan to drive with the convertible top down ensure all the snaps on the convertible top boot are fastened and that the rear of the cover is firmly tucked before driving Refer to Installation of the boot in the Convertible section 2004 Thund...

Page 60: ...river s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to avoid distractions and pay attention to the 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 Cupholders Ash tray Use only soft cups in the ...

Page 61: ... driver s door will automatically unlock if it is locked by the driver s power unlock control while the driver s door is open The vehicle may still be locked with the key in the ignition and performing one of the following actions Pressing the power unlock control on the driver s door with the doors closed Pressing the power unlock control on the passenger door with the doors closed Operating the ...

Page 62: ...handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle To open the luggage compartment door lid from within the luggage compartment pull the illuminated T shaped handle and push up on the trunk lid The handle is composed of a mate...

Page 63: ...5 of the FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate...

Page 64: ...osed the turn signals will not flash 2 Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors trunk and hood are closed Note The doors will lock again and the horn will chirp once If any of the doors the trunk or the hood are not closed the horn will make two quick chirps and the lights will not flash until the last closure is closed Unlocking the doors 1 Press and release to u...

Page 65: ...n the trunk by using your master key on the key cylinder located behind the driver s seat Sounding a panic alarm Press to activate the alarm The horn will sound for a maximum of 30 seconds and the turn signal lamps will flash for a maximum of 5 minutes Press or again or turn the ignition out of the 2 OFF position to deactivate the panic alarm or wait for the alarm to timeout in 5 minutes Note The ...

Page 66: ...nap the two halves back together Note Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one or would like to buy additional remote entry transmi...

Page 67: ... will lock then unlock to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has been programmed 8 Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter 9 Turn the ignition to the 1 LOCK position after you have finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters 10 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programming mode has been exited Illuminated entry The interior lamps il...

Page 68: ... the brake pedal Deactivating activating autolock Your vehicle comes with the autolock feature activated There are two methods to enable disable this feature One is through your authorized dealer and the second is using a power door unlock lock sequence Before following the activation or deactivation procedures make sure that the anti theft system is not activated ignition is off and the vehicle d...

Page 69: ...in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection Theft indicator The theft indicator is the flashing red indicator located on top of the instrument panel When the ignition is in the 2 OFF position the indicator will flash once every 2 seconds if the vehicle is locked and the perimeter alarm is armed When the ignition is in the 4 RUN position the indicator will glow for 3 seconds to i...

Page 70: ...om touching the coded key while starting the engine These objects cannot damage the coded key but may cause a momentary no start condition if they are too close to the key when starting the engine If a problem occurs turn the ignition to the 2 OFF position and restart the engine with all other objects on the key ring held away from the ignition key Check to make sure the coded key is an approved F...

Page 71: ...FF position insert the second previously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from the 2 OFF position to the 4 RUN position maintain ignition in the 4 RUN position for at least three seconds but no more than ten seconds 4 Turn the ignition to the 2 OFF position and remove the second coded key from the ignition 5 Within twenty seconds of turning the ignition to the 2 OFF pos...

Page 72: ...emoved from the ignition Either of the following actions will prearm the alarm system Press the control on the remote entry transmitter Press the driver or passenger door lock control while the door is open Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions Unlock the doors by pressing the control on your remote entry transmitter Unlock the doors with a key Turn the key...

Page 73: ...n a collision or sudden stop Adjustable head restraints Head restraints help to limit head motion in the event of a rear collision Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head The head restraints can be moved up and down Push control to lower head restraint 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restr...

Page 74: ... 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 driver s power seat Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving Do not pil...

Page 75: ...lting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision The seat position control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion Press front to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion Press rear to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion Press the control to move the seat forward backward up or down 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus...

Page 76: ...ion is in the run position activating the high or low heated seat switch enables heating mode When activated they will turn off automatically when the ignition is turned to the OFF position The indicator light will illuminate when the heated seats have been activated SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions The driver and passenger seat must be in the upright position and the lap belt must ...

Page 77: ...one 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 made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear ...

Page 78: ...ly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant s chest The safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts The safety belts have two types of locking modes described below Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode allowing free shoulder belt leng...

Page 79: ...As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically 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 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety...

Page 80: ...all safety belts should be checked for proper function Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front passenger seating positions The safety belt pretensioner is a device which removes excess webbing from the safety belt system The safety belt...

Page 81: ... light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off The driver s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the RUN position The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off BeltMinder The BeltMinder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function This feature provides additional remi...

Page 82: ...nition switch is turned to the ON position The BeltMinder feature will not activate The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts All statistics based on U S data Reasons given Consider Crashes are rare events 36700 crashes occur every day The more we drive the more we are exposed to rare events even for good drivers 1 in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash durin...

Page 83: ...imes more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people Children and younger brothers sisters imitate behavior they see I have an air bag Air bags offer greater protection when used with safety belts Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers I d rather be thrown clear Not a good idea People who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE Safety belts help preven...

Page 84: ...ctivate activate the Belt Minder feature while driving the vehicle 1 Turn the ignition switch to the RUN or ON position DO NOT START THE ENGINE 2 Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off Approximately 1 2 minutes Steps 3 5 must be completed within 60 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated 3 Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times ending with the safety belt unbuckled ...

Page 85: ...y belt is too short for you when fully extended Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks tears or cuts Replace if necessary All safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front...

Page 86: ...nt passenger from certain upper body injuries Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trim covering the air bag module All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided National Highway Traffic Safety Administrat...

Page 87: ...ng or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle including frame bumper front end body structure and tow hooks may affect the performance of the air bag system increasing the risk of injury Do not modify the front end of the vehicle Children and air bags For additional important safety information read all information on safety restraints in this guide Children must always be properly restra...

Page 88: ... a smoke like powdery residue or smell the burnt 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 air bag 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 i...

Page 89: ...r bag back up power the air bag ignitors and safety belt pretensioners Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrument cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required Any difficulty with the system is indicated by one or mor...

Page 90: ...nates briefly momentarily shuts off and then turns back on This indicates that the passenger front and side air bags are deactivated If the OFF light fails to illuminate when the front and side passenger air bag switch is in the OFF position and the ignition switch is in ON have the front and side passenger air bag switch serviced at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer In order to avoid inadverten...

Page 91: ... you turn OFF your air bag you not only lose the protection of the air bag you also may reduce the effectiveness of your safety belt system which was designed to work with the air bag If you are not a person who meets the requirements stated in the NHTSA Transport Canada deactivation criteria turning OFF the air bag can increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision Always use safety ...

Page 92: ...date a rear facing infant seat or the infant has a medical condition which according to the infant s physician makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition 2 Child age 1 to 12 A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because the vehicle has no rear seat or although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat s wheneve...

Page 93: ...vehicle cannot accommodate a rear facing infant seat or the infant has a medical condition which according to the infant s physician makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can monitor the infant s condition 2 Child age 12 or under A child age 12 or under must ride in the front seat because my vehicle has no rear seat or although children age 12 and under rid...

Page 94: ...e Transport Canada deactivation criteria Side air bag system Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the air bag cover on the side of the seatbacks of the front seats or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying air bag Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision Do not use accessory seat covers The use ...

Page 95: ...llision will be inflated even if the respective seat is not occupied The air bag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact collisions The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflati...

Page 96: ...ay lit The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned to the RUN position 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 have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately Unless serviced the system may not function ...

Page 97: ...d by your child safety seat manufacturer should always wear safety belts Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt can be positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child s face or neck the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt Moving the chi...

Page 98: ...ut 80 lbs about 8 to 12 years old Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat without slouching Does the lap belt rest low across the hips Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest Can the child stay seated like this for the whole tr...

Page 99: ...his condition The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child s head hitting a hard surface in a collision For this reason you should never use a booster seat with a lap belt only It is best to use a booster seat with lap shoulder belts Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat Never put the shoulder belt under a...

Page 100: ...t and the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling Place seat back in upright position Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Automatic locking mode LATCH lower anchors are recommended for use by children up to 22 kg 48 pounds in a child restraint Top tether anchors can be used for children up to 27 kg 60 pounds in a child restraint and to provide upper torso restraint f...

Page 101: ... switch is in the Off position Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back and turn the passenger air bags OFF 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a c...

Page 102: ...seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Re...

Page 103: ...t 9 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place To check this grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward There should be no more than one inch of movement for proper installation 10 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode...

Page 104: ...bout ordering a tether strap The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions shown from top view Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor 1 Position the child safety seat on the passenger seat cushion 2 Locate the tether anchor at the bottom back o...

Page 105: ...rap under the head restraint and over the back of the seat 4 Grasp the tether strap and position it to the seat frame 5 Rotate the tether strap 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints 105 ...

Page 106: ...48 pounds in a child restraint Top tether anchors can be used for children up to 27 kg 60 pounds in a child restraint and to provide upper torso restraint for children up to 36 kg 80 pounds using an upper torso harness and a belt positioning booster Some child safety seats are labeled as LATCH or LATCH compatible child seats These seats include two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect...

Page 107: ...CH attachments Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the seat when the child is seated in it Keep the tether strap just snug without raising the front of the child seat Keeping the child seat just touching the front of the vehicle seat give...

Page 108: ...ACCESSORY allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running 4 RUN all electrical circuits operational Warning lights illuminated Key position when driving 5 START cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts Preparing to start your vehicle Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system This system meets all Canadian Int...

Page 109: ...e instructions If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important safety precautions When the engine starts the idle RPM runs faster 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 occupants buckle their sa...

Page 110: ...e 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 shut off in case the engine is flooded with fuel Using the engine block heater if equipped An engine block he...

Page 111: ...nch or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal If a metal to metal continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present the brake linings may be worn out and should be inspected by a qualified service technician If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking the vehicle should be inspected by ...

Page 112: ...ce the effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle s stopping distance The ABS will be activated immediately allowing you to retain full steering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces However the ABS does not decrease stopping distance Parking brake To set the parking brake 1 pull the parking brake handle up as far as possible The BRAKE warning lamp will illuminate and w...

Page 113: ...s off The Traction Control娂 system will automatically turn on every time the ignition is turned off and on If you should become stuck in snow or ice or on a very slippery road surface try switching the Traction Control娂 system off This may allow excess wheel spin to dig the vehicle out and enable a successful rocking maneuver If a system fault is detected the traction control switch s OFF indicato...

Page 114: ... your vehicle is speed sensitive At high speeds steering assist will decrease to improve steering feel At lower speeds maneuverability will be increased 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 or a qualified service technician AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Brake shift interlock...

Page 115: ...s are not operating properly Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning...

Page 116: ...uld take several transmission upshifts and downshifts during this learning process slightly firmer shifts may occur After this learning process normal shift feel and shift scheduling will resume P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning To put your vehicle in gear Start the engine Depress the brake pedal Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear To ...

Page 117: ...ive shifting from O D to other gears Examples city traffic hilly terrain heavy loads and when engine braking is required To return to D5 overdrive mode move the transmission shift lever into the D5 position Select D4 at higher speeds will cause the transmission to downshift into fourth gear 3 Third This position allows for third gear only Provides engine braking To return to D5 or D4 move the tran...

Page 118: ...e floor Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear Driving with a 5 speed automatic transmission with the Select Shift Transmission SST shifter if equipped Understanding gearshift positions The Select Shift Transmission SST shifter allows the driver to select between the transmission s automatic shift mode or the manually selected shift mode Automatic shift mode Operates like a normal autom...

Page 119: ...er is moved forward or rearward One tap forward will command the transmission to upshift one gear range One tap rearward will command the transmission to downshift one gear range Upshifts are allowed at any vehicle speed with the exception of 4th and 5th gear The transmission will not do a 4th or 5th gear start Ensure that the transmission is returned to 1st gear once the vehicle is stopped If thi...

Page 120: ...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 rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable proceed very slowly especially if the depth is not know...

Page 121: ...y 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 you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle do not add more cargo even if there is space available Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover Cargo Weight includes all ...

Page 122: ...b Weight cargo passengers GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle including all options equipment passengers and cargo The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the driver s door or door pillar The GVW must never exceed the GVWR Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result in sub...

Page 123: ...nal trailer or king pin weight of 15 25 fifth wheel trailer and driver only 68 kg 150 lbs Consult your dealership or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your dealership for more detailed information Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight refers to the amount of the weight that a trailer pushes down on a trailer hitch Examples For a 2268 kg 5000 lbs conventional trailer multiply 5000 by...

Page 124: ...damaged due to insufficient lubrication All Rear Wheel Drive RWD vehicles This applies to all cars and 4x2 trucks sport utilities with rear wheel drive capability Place the transmission in N Neutral Maximum speed is 56 km h 35 mph Maximum distance is 80 km 50 miles If a distance of 80 km 50 miles or a speed of 56 km h 35 mph must be exceeded you must disconnect the driveshaft Ford recommends the d...

Page 125: ...n warranty related tows like accidents or getting stuck in the mud or snow are covered some exclusions apply such as impound towing or repossession Canadian customers refer to your Owner Information Guide for information on coverage period exact fuel amounts towing of your disabled vehicle emergency travel expense reimbursement travel planning benefits Using roadside assistance Complete the roadsi...

Page 126: ...y s Roadside Assistance expiring For more information and enrollment contact 1 877 294 2582 or visit our website at www ford ca HAZARD FLASHER The hazard flasher is located on the steering column just behind the steering wheel The hazard flashers will operate when the ignition is in any position or if the key is not in the ignition Push in the flasher control and all front and rear direction signa...

Page 127: ...r check for leaks 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 electrical components Note Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and...

Page 128: ...ellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located on the right hand side kick panel Remove the panel cover to access the fuses To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide ...

Page 129: ...ctivation brake switch and transmission mode switch 6 10A OBD II connector 7 5A PCM Remote Keyless Entry RKE Anti theft indicator SEE OWNER S MANUAL RELAY 1 REPLACEMENT FUSES FUSE 8 FUSE 9 FUSE 10 FUSE 11 FUSE 12 FUSE 13 FUSE 14 FUSE 15 FUSE 16 FUSE 17 FUSE 18 FUSE 19 FUSE 20 FUSE 21 FUSE 1 FUSE 2 FUSE 3 FUSE 4 FUSE 5 FUSE 6 FUSE 7 FUSE 22 FUSE 23 FUSE 24 FUSE 25 FUSE 26 FUSE 27 FUSE 28 FUSE 29 FU...

Page 130: ...ed seat modules 17 5A Cluster 18 20A Radio Central imaging amplifier 19 15A Tilt Tele motors 20 10A Front Electronics Module FEM Dual Automatic Temperature Control DATC Cluster 21 10A Not used spare 22 10A Not used spare 23 10A Not used spare 24 5A Passive anti theft transceiver 25 10A Not used spare 26 3A Windshield wiper module 27 10A Radio 28 10A Not used spare 29 5A DATC 30 5A FEM 31 10A Glove...

Page 131: ...hat 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 Maintenance and specificati...

Page 132: ...noids 7 Not used 8 20A Power point 9 Not used 10 Not used 11 15A Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen HEGO sensors 12 15A Coil on plug RELAY 14 RELAY 15 RELAY 11 RELAY 12 RELAY 10 13 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 RELAY 13 RELAY 08 DIODE RELAY 04 RELAY 05 RELAY 01 RELAY 09 RELAY 06 RELAY 02 RELAY 07 RELAY 03 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside...

Page 133: ...elay 03 1 2 ISO Relay Coil on plug and HEGOs Relay 04 Not used Relay 05 1 2 ISO Relay Auxiliary coolant pump Relay 06 1 2 ISO Relay Horn Relay 07 Not used Relay 08 1 2 ISO Relay A C clutch 09 60A Cooling fan motor Relay 10 Full ISO Relay Blower motor Relay 11 Not used Relay 12 Not used Relay 13 Not used Relay 14 Full ISO Relay PCM Relay 15 Full ISO Relay Starter motor Diode PCM relay coil Mini fus...

Page 134: ...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 Maintenance and specifications chapter The high current fuses are coded as follows 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 PBT MINI FUSE SEE OWNER S MANUAL CONSULTER LA GUIDE CARTRIDGE FUSE 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 10 11 RELAY 001 ...

Page 135: ... 8 5A Center high mounted stop lamp 9 Not used 10 15A Passenger heated seat 11 15A Driver heated seat 12 5A REM 13 Not used 14 5A Convertible top relay coil 15 5A Alternator sense 16 Not used 17 15A Fuel pump 18 20A Subwoofer amplifier 19 30A Driver power seat 20 30A FEM Left front window 21 Not used 22 20A Ignition switch 23 30A SSP4 24 30A SSP3 25 40A Passenger compartment fuse panel 26 30A Pass...

Page 136: ...y move to a safe place on the side of the road The use of tire sealants is not recommended and may damage your tires T Type Mini Spare Tire Information Your vehicle may be equipped with a T type mini spare tire or a full size spare tire The T type mini spare tire will have the words Temporary Use Only molded into the tire sidewall This spare tire is considered temporary Replace the T type mini spa...

Page 137: ...pare 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 then it is intended for temporary use only This means that if you need to use it you should replace it as soon as possible with a road tire wheel that is the same size and type as the road tires ...

Page 138: ...h a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a dissimilar spare tire wheel and seek service as soon as possible Tire change procedure To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire being changed If the vehicle slips off the jac...

Page 139: ... tire jack and tool bag with lug wrench 4 Loosen each wheel lug nut one half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies 139 ...

Page 140: ...o not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire 6 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench 7 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 8 Lower the wheel by turning the jack hand...

Page 141: ...re the jack and the temporary spare tire as shown after the flat tire has been fixed 10 Put flat tire jack away Stow the lug wrench in the bag along side of the tire Make sure jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive 11 Unblock the wheels 1 4 3 2 5 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies 141 ...

Page 142: ...in loss of control JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames sparks or lit cigarettes An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin eyes and clothing if contacted Do not attempt to push start your vehicle Automatic transmissions do not have push start capability doing so may damage the cataly...

Page 143: ...ine cooling fan and other moving parts 4 Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables Ensure the vent caps are tight and level 5 Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges Turn all other accessories off Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged batt...

Page 144: ...positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 3 Connect the negative cable to the negative terminal of the assisting battery 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies 144 ...

Page 145: ...se 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 speed 2 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle 3 Once the disabled vehicle has been started run both engines for an additional...

Page 146: ...e order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the spare tire tie down stud 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies 146 ...

Page 147: ...rom 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 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies 147 ...

Page 148: ...d equipment Do not tow with a slingbelt Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owne...

Page 149: ...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 Ford Customer Relationship Center at the numbe...

Page 150: ... O Box 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 r...

Page 151: ...fter 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 available in various time distance and deductible combinations which can be tailored to fit your own driving needs Ford ESP also offers reimbursement benefits for towing and rental coverage When you buy Ford ESP you receive Peace of...

Page 152: ...ms 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 the Dispute Settlement Board is required to review commercial vehicles vehicles with non U S warranties Concerns are ineligible for review if ...

Page 153: ...e 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 who sold or serviced the vehicle A brief description of your unresolved concern A brief summary of the action taken by the dealer s and Ford Motor Company The names if known of all the people y...

Page 154: ...e 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 3673 Ford TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 or by writing to the Center at the following address Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P O Box 6248 Dearborn Michigan 48121 UTILIZING THE MEDIATION ARBITRATION PROGR...

Page 155: ...uel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel In the United States using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U S If your vehicle must be servi...

Page 156: ... after a reasonable number of attempts the manufacturer shall be required to either replace the vehicle with one substantially identical or repurchase the vehicle and reimburse the buyer in an amount equal to the actual price paid or payable by the consumer less a reasonable allowance for consumer use The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or replacement vehicle Californi...

Page 157: ...ay 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 NHTSA you may either call...

Page 158: ... dirt and road salt are difficult to remove and cause damage to the vehicle Immediately remove items such as gasoline diesel fuel bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim 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 substa...

Page 159: ...ers 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 grease use ...

Page 160: ...D WIPER BLADES The windshield rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be cleaned regularly If the wipers 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 win...

Page 161: ...insect repellent and suntan lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted surfaces INTERIOR TRIM Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth then dry by wiping with a dry soft clean cloth Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the finish CONVERTIBLE TOP AND PADDED MOLDING Wash the convertible top and padded molding with a high quality convertible top clea...

Page 162: ...nd affect performance of the side air bag in a collision LEATHER SEATS Your leather seating surfaces have a clear protective coating over the leather To clean use a soft cloth with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 11 A Dry the area with a soft cloth To help maintain its resiliency and color use the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit ZC 11 D available from your authorized dealer Do no...

Page 163: ... only CXC 93 Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner Canada only CXC 94 Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner not available in Canada ZC 11 A Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 Motorcraft Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner not available in Canada ZC 41 Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner ZC 15 Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A Motorcraft Dash and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 38 A Motorcraft Car Care Ki...

Page 164: ...ended fuels lubricants fluids and service parts conforming to specifications Motorcraft parts are designed and built to provide the best 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 ventilatio...

Page 165: ...gine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running OPENING THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located at the bottom left of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood by pushing the handle toward the passenger side of the vehicle 3 Lift the hood unti...

Page 166: ...ap 2 Engine oil dipstick 3 Brake fluid reservoir 4 Engine coolant reservoir 5 Air filter assembly 6 Power steering fluid reservoir 7 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8 Power distribution box 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 166 ...

Page 167: ... use washer fluid with antifreeze protection 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 ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the ...

Page 168: ...mark may cause engine damage Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician 7 Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated Adding engine oil 1 Check the engine oil For instructions refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter 2 If the engine oil level is not within the normal range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil fil...

Page 169: ...Ford specification WSS M2C153 H SAE 5W 20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability 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 according to the appropriate schedule listed in the ...

Page 170: ...ttery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks or lighted substances to come near ...

Page 171: ...d 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 engine to idle for at least one minute 6 Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process The vehicle may need to be driven to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim the idle...

Page 172: ...otunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester 014 R1060 The level of coolant should be maintained at the cold full of cold fill range level in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section Your vehicle was factory filled with a 50 50 engine coolant and water concentration If the concentration of coolant falls below 40 or above 60 the en...

Page 173: ...ngine coolant reservoir may become low or empty If the reservoir is low or empty add engine coolant to the reservoir Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter Note Automotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant When adding coolant make sure it is a 50 50 mixt...

Page 174: ...olant can result in degraded corrosion protection A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added in case of emergency to reach a vehicle service location In this instance the cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible Water alone without engine coolant can cause engine damage from corrosion overheating or ...

Page 175: ...ull 6 Replace the cap Turn until tightly installed Cap must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss After any coolant has been added check the coolant concentration refer to Checking engine coolant If the concentration is not 50 50 protection to 34 F 36 C drain some coolant and adjust the concentration It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50 50 coolant concentration Whenever c...

Page 176: ...0 your engine could overheat and become damaged If you drive in extremely hot climates it is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration at 50 50 coolant and water Do not allow the coolant concentration to fall below 40 coolant At a concentration less than 40 the corrosion protection to your engine and cooling components may be compromised and permanent damage may result What you should ...

Page 177: ...gh speed operation and the engine will run rough Remember that the engine is capable of completely 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 replenis...

Page 178: ...ve 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 much fuel vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritat...

Page 179: ...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 Use the following guidelines to avoid static build up when filling an ungrounded fuel container Place approved fuel container on the ground DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle including the cargo area Keep the fuel pump nozz...

Page 180: ...ge in a collision which may result in possible personal injury Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle Do not use fuel containing methanol It can damage critical fuel system components Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds including manganese based additives Repairs to cor...

Page 181: ...Charter should be used when available Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World wide Fuel Charter Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated cleaner burning gasolines to improve air quality Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components If you have run out of fuel You may need to cycle the ignition fr...

Page 182: ...indicates empty The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank For consistent results when filling the fuel tank Turn the engine ...

Page 183: ...e good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy Habits Smooth moderate operation can yield up to 10 savings in fuel Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy Idling for long periods of time greater than one minute may waste fuel Anticipate stopping slowi...

Page 184: ... lb of weight carried Adding certain accessories to your vehicle for example bug deflectors rollbars light bars running boards ski luggage racks may reduce fuel economy Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 12 16 km 8 10 miles of driving Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on...

Page 185: ... performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system If other than Ford Motorcraft or Ford authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control such non Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emiss...

Page 186: ...re 1 The vehicle has run out of fuel The engine may misfire or run poorly 2 Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel 3 The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and or properly tightening the fuel cap After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present the Check engi...

Page 187: ...l the above driving cycle is complete POWER STEERING FLUID Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules If adding fluid is necessary use only MERCON威 ATF 1 Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C 2 While the engine idles turn...

Page 188: ...ould be added by a qualified technician Before adding any fluid make sure the correct type is used Use only MERCON威 V automatic transmission fluid The type of fluid used is indicated on the transmission fluid pan extension housing and also in the Lubricant specifications section in this chapter Use of a non approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission component damage and ...

Page 189: ...t secure the cover to the air filter housing and place the cover aside 3 Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing 4 Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 189 ...

Page 190: ...lacing your air filter element have your vehicle serviced at your local dealer INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING New vehicles are fitted with tires that have a rating on them called Tire Quality Grades The Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Qua...

Page 191: ...climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C The grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and do...

Page 192: ...es designed to carry a maximum load at 35 psi 37 psi 2 5 bar for Metric tires Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tires load carrying capability Extra load A class of P metric or Metric tires designed to carry a heavier maximum load at 41 psi 43 psi 2 9 bar for Metric tires Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tires l...

Page 193: ...does not begin with a letter this may mean it is designated by either ETRTO European Tire and Rim Technical Organization or JATMA Japan Tire Manufacturing Association 2 215 Indicates the nominal width of the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire 3 65 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width 4 R ...

Page 194: ...es with a maximum speed capability over 240 km h 149 mph tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR For those with a maximum speed capability over 299 km h 186 mph tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR 8 U S DOT Tire Identification Number TIN This begins with the letters DOT and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards The next two numbers or letters are the plant code where...

Page 195: ...der controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of 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 Permissibl...

Page 196: ...rrying capabilities and its inflation limits 3 Maximum Load Dual kg lbs at kPa psi cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual a dual is defined as when four tires are put on the rear axle a total of six or more tires on the vehicle 4 Maximum Load Single kg lbs at kPa psi cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single a sin...

Page 197: ... inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter Location of the tire label You will find a tire label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other important information located on the B Pillar or the driver s door TIRE CARE Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can also cause tires to wear abnormally Here are some of the i...

Page 198: ...sure The tires are hot from driving and it is normal for pressures to increase above recommended cold pressures A hot tire at or below recommended cold inflation pressure could be significantly under inflated To check the pressure in your tire s 1 Make sure the tires are cool meaning they are not hot from driving even a mile Note If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire s check and...

Page 199: ...n the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires and should be corrected by a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Front wheel drive FWD vehicles and those with an independent rear suspension require alignment of all four wheels The tires should also be balanced periodically An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear Tire r...

Page 200: ...ehicles front tires at top of diagram Rear Wheel Drive RWD vehicles Four Wheel Drive 4WD vehicles front tires at top of diagram 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 200 ...

Page 201: ...reduce the ability of tread to grip the road in adverse wet snowy etc conditions Visually check your tires for uneven wear looking for high and low areas or unusually smooth areas Also check for signs of tire damage When the tread is worn down to 4 mm 1 16th of an inch tires must be replaced to prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning Built in treadwear indicators or wear bars which loo...

Page 202: ... questions regarding tire replacement see an authorized Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Make sure all tires and wheels on the vehicle are of the same size type tread design brand load carrying capacity and speed rating because it can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death You sho...

Page 203: ...eplace 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 SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle Driving at very high speeds for ext...

Page 204: ...n specifications for your vehicle such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used 2 For spark plug replacement see your dealer or a qualified service technician Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs Replace the spark plugs with o...

Page 205: ...L 6 5 quarts Engine coolant 2 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant yellow colored 3 9L 4V V8 engine 11 3L 11 9 quarts Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF All Fill to MAX line on reservoir Rear axle 3 Motorcraft SAE 75W 90 Fuel Efficient High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant All 1 2 1 3L 2 5 2 7 pints Fuel tank N A All 68 2L 18 0 gallons Transmission fluid 4 Motorcraft MERCON威V A...

Page 206: ...d or the axle assembly has been submerged in water The axle lubricant should be changed any time the rear axle has been submerged in water Fill 6 mm to 14 mm 1 4 inch to 9 16 inch below bottom of fill hole 4 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 the Scheduled Maintenace Guide to determine the ...

Page 207: ...B M1C93 B or ESR M1C159 A Engine coolant Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant yellow colored VC 7 A U S except CA and OR VC 7 B CA and OR only WSS M97B51 A1 Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil US Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada XO 5W20 QSP US CXO 5W20 LSP12 Canada WSS M2C153 H with API Certification Mark Lock cylinders Motorcraft Penetrating and ...

Page 208: ...available DOT 4 fluid can be used 2 Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not require changing unless the axle has been submerged in water 3 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 the Scheduled Maintenance Guide to determine the correct service interval ENGINE DATA Engi...

Page 209: ...mm 186 3 in 2 Overall width 1829mm 72 0 in 3 Overall height 1323 mm 52 1 in 4 Wheelbase 2722 mm 107 2 in 5 Track Front 1537 mm 60 5 in 5 Track Rear 1529 mm 60 2 in 4 1 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 209 ...

Page 210: ...Y FORD MOTOR CO IN U S A EXT PNT XXXXXX XXXXXX RC XX DSO XXXX BAR INT TR TP PS R AXLE TR SPR X XX XXX X XX X XXXX XXXXX XXXXX UPC F85B 1520472 AB DATE XXXXX GVWR XXXXXXXXXXXX VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TYPE XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX FRONT GAWR XXXXXX XXXXXXX REAR GAWR XXXXXXX XXXXXXX THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY BUMPER AND THEFT PRE VENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE...

Page 211: ...ntifier 2 Brake type and gross vehicle weight rating GVWR 3 Vehicle line series body type 4 Engine type 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number Engine number The engine number the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number is stamped on the engine block transmission frame and transfer case if equipped XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide...

Page 212: ...ual 5 speed AKK C Manual 5 speed overdrive Close ratio W Manual 5 speed overdrive Dana ZF G Manual 6 speed ZF Automatic transmission Y Automatic 4 speed overdrive CD4E U Automatic 4 speed overdrive 4R70W T Automatic 4 speed overdrive 4R44E E Automatic 4 speed overdrive 4R100 J Automatic 5 speed overdrive 5R55E Electric H One speed electric D Automatic 5 speed overdrive 5R44E R Automatic 5 speed ov...

Page 213: ...verdrive 4F27E E 4 speed overdrive 4FE J 3 speed Mazda L 4 speed overdrive AX4S P 4 speed overdrive 4F20E X 4 speed overdrive 4F50N Y 4 speed overdrive CD4E Rear wheel drive manual transaxle 5 5 speed Mazda M5 Rear wheel drive automatic transmission U 4 speed overdrive 4R70W A 5 speed overdrive 5R55N 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 213...

Page 214: ...00 miles whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty This means that Genuine Ford 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 3 years or 60 000 km 36 000 miles whichever occurs first Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty Not all accessories ...

Page 215: ...he vehicle or of the front or rear axle GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification label Consult your dealer for specific weight information The Federal Communications Commission FCC and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission CRTC regulate the use of mobile communications systems such as two way radios telephones and theft alarms that are equipped with radio transmitter...

Page 216: ...ons 207 208 refill capacities 205 B Battery 170 acid treating emergencies 170 jumping a disabled battery 142 maintenance free 170 replacement specifications 204 servicing 170 BeltMinder 81 Brakes 111 anti lock 111 112 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 112 fluid checking and adding 188 fluid refill capacities 205 fluid specifications 207 208 lubricant specifications 207 208 parking 112 shift...

Page 217: ...55 Getting roadside assistance 125 Getting the service you need 149 Ordering additional owner s literature 156 The Dispute Settlement Board 151 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Program 154 D Daytime running lamps see Lamps 27 Defrost rear window 25 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 188 engine oil 167 Doors lubricant specifications 207 Driving under special conditions 120 through water 120 E...

Page 218: ...r Opener see Homelink wireless control system 46 Gas cap see Fuel cap 179 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 182 Gauges 14 H Hazard flashers 126 Head restraints 73 Headlamps 27 aiming 29 autolamp system 27 bulb specifications 30 daytime running lights 27 flash to pass 28 replacing bulbs 32 turning on and off 27 Heating heating and air conditioning system 22 HomeLink universal transceiver see Garage door...

Page 219: ...bricant specifications 208 Master lighting switch 27 Mirrors 41 side view mirrors power 41 Motorcraft parts 181 204 O Octane rating 180 Oil see Engine oil 167 P Parking brake 112 Parts see Motorcraft parts 204 Power distribution box see Fuses 131 134 Power door locks 61 Power Point Cigar lighter 39 Power steering 114 fluid checking and adding 187 fluid refill capacity 205 fluid specifications 207 ...

Page 220: ...ng 39 T Tilt steering wheel 39 Tires 136 190 192 alignment 199 care 197 changing 136 138 142 checking the pressure 197 label 197 replacing 202 rotating 199 safety practices 202 sidewall information 193 snow tires and chains 203 spare tire 136 137 terminology 192 tire grades 191 treadwear 191 201 Towing 124 recreational towing 124 trailer towing 124 wrecker 148 Traction control 113 Transmission 114...

Page 221: ...through 120 Windows power 40 Windshield washer fluid and wipers 38 checking and adding fluid 167 replacing wiper blades 38 Wrecker towing 148 2004 Thunderbird tbr Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Index 221 ...

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