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Index

327

Safety seats for children

and air bags . . . . . . . . . . . .

19, 26

attaching with tether straps . . . . . . .

automatic locking mode (retractor) . . . .

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

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

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

tether anchorage hardware . . . . . . .

Seats

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

136

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

138

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

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

139

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

135

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

138

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

216

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

215

Servicing your vehicle, precautions when

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

234

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

172

Side mirrors

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

141

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

142

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

265

Spare tire

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

203

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

201

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

202

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

202

temporary spare . . . . . . . . . . .

200

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

292

Specification chart, lubricants. . . . . . .

293

Speed control

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

120

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

122

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

120

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

122

tap up/tap down . . . . . . . . . . .

121

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

122

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

194

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Summary of Contents for 1996 Grand Marquis

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Page 3: ...es 47 Instrument Panel Controls 87 Steering Column Controls 111 Features 123 Electronic Sound Systems 149 Driving Your Grand Marquis 171 Roadside Emergencies 195 Customer Assistance 213 Reporting Safety Defects 221 Accessories 225 Servicing Your Grand Marquis 233 Quick Index 303 Index 313 Service Station Information 332 ...

Page 4: ...excellence in everything we do in our products in their safety and value and in our services our human relations our competitiveness and our profitability Employee involvement is our way of life We are a team We must treat one another with trust and respect Dealers and suppliers are our partners We must maintain mutually beneficial relationships with dealers suppliers and our other business associ...

Page 5: ...e models or change specifications or design without any notice and without incurring obligation NOTES and WARNINGS NOTES give you additional information about the subject matter you are referencing WARNINGS remind you to be especially careful in those areas where carelessness can cause damage to your vehicle or personal injury to yourself your passengers or other people Please read all WARNINGS ca...

Page 6: ... be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited Service Publications P O Box 1580 Station B Mississauga Ontario L4Y 4G3 Your Maintenance Schedule and Record Booklet The Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet lists the services that are most important for keeping your vehicle in good condition A record log is also provided to help you keep track of all services ...

Page 7: ... the Ford Extended Service Plan runs out after 18 months or 18 000 miles See your dealer for more details about the Ford Extended Service Plan If you purchased a Canadian vehicle and did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchase you may still be eligible See your dealer for the details Breaking Your Vehicle In Your new vehicle goes through an adjustment or break ...

Page 8: ...ecially in hot weather Wash your vehicle as often as necessary to keep it clean Take similar precautions if your vehicle is exposed to chemical industrial fallout Paint damage resulting from fallout is not related to a defect in paint materials or workmanship and therefore is not covered by warranty Ford however believes that continual improvement in customer satisfaction is a high priority For th...

Page 9: ...ash chrome and aluminum parts with a mild detergent Do not use steel wool abrasive cleaners fuel or strong detergents Cleaning Plastic Parts Some of your vehicle s exterior trim parts are plastic Clean with a tar and road oil remover if necessary Use a vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning Do not clean plastic parts with thinners solvents or petroleum based cleaners If you have your vehicle rustproof...

Page 10: ...st the knees are straight forward To help you remember to fasten your safety belt a warning light may come on and a chime may sound See Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime in the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter See the following sections in this chapter for directions on how to properly use these safety belts Also see Safety Restraints for Children in this chapter for special instructions about ...

Page 11: ...uld increase the risk and or severity of injury in a collision RWARNING Never drive or ride with a twisted or jammed safety belt If you cannot untwist or unjam the safety belt see the nearest qualified technician immediately RWARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury in a collision children should always ride with the seatback upright RWARNING Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her la...

Page 12: ...r you get into your vehicle close the door and lock it Then adjust the seat to the position that suits you best To fasten the belt pull the lap shoulder belt from the retractor so that the shoulder portion of the belt crosses your shoulder and chest Be sure the belt is not twisted If it is remove the twist Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make s...

Page 13: ...ctor on the shoulder belt portion of the combination lap shoulder safety belt for the front and rear outboard passenger seats Dual locking mode retractors operate in two ways Vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode In this operating mode the shoulder belt retractor will allow the occupant freedom of movement locking tight only on hard braking hard cornering or impacts of approximately 5 mph 8 km ...

Page 14: ...ont passenger seat This mode must be used when installing a child safety seat on the front passenger seat and rear outboard seats where dual locking retractors are provided To switch the retractor from the emergency locking mode to the automatic locking mode perform the following steps 1 Buckle the lap shoulder combination belt 2 Grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all o...

Page 15: ...assenger You can adjust the shoulder belt height to one of five 5 positions To adjust pinch the release button see Figures 1 and 2 and slide it up or down until the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Release the button and make sure the adjuster is firmly in one of the five 5 positions RWARNING If the shoulder belt is off your shoulder or on your upper arm there is a greater risk of sev...

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

Page 17: ... the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing it around your neck over the inside shoulder 3 Never use a single belt for more than one person To unfasten all the belts 1 Push the release button in the center of the buckle This allows the tongue to unlatch from the buckle Unfastening the outboard lap shoulder belts 2 While the belt retracts guide the tongue to ...

Page 18: ...t lock Make sure the buckle is securely fastened If you need to lengthen the belt unfasten it and tip the belt tongue at a right angle to the belt Pull the belt tongue over your lap until it reaches the buckle If you need to shorten the belt pull on the loose end of the webbing until the belt fits snugly To unfasten the belt push the release button on the buckle This allows the tongue to unlatch f...

Page 19: ... the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended Do not use extension to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso Safety Belt Maintenance Check the safety belt systems periodically to make sure that they work properly and are not damaged All safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front seat belt buckle support a...

Page 20: ...enger air bags are Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS provided at these seating positions in addition to the lap shoulder belt and are designed to supplement the protection provided to properly belted occupants in moderate to severe frontal collisions The supplemental air bag system does not provide restraint to the lower body The Importance of Wearing Safety Belts RWARNING Safety belts must be wo...

Page 21: ...l air bag reduce the risk of being thrown from your vehicle The Importance of Being Properly Seated In a collision the air bag must inflate extremely fast to help provide additional protection for you In order to do this the air bag must inflate with considerable force If you are not seated in a normal riding position with your back against the seatback the air bag may not protect you properly and...

Page 22: ...mall adults must never sit on the front edge of the seat stand near the glove compartment of the instrument panel or lean over near the air bag cover when the vehicle is moving All occupants should sit with their backs against the seatback move the seat to the most rearward position if possible and use the safety belts Children weighing less than 40 lbs 18 kg always should use child or infant seat...

Page 23: ...tled Safety Belts for Children and Safety Seats for Children For further information about the proper mounting of equipment in the front seat of this vehicle please refer to Ford s brochure entitled Some Important Information About Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System which can be obtained by calling Helm Inc at 1 800 782 4356 Ask for brochure FPS 8602 How the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint Syste...

Page 24: ...ned to deploy in frontal and front angled collisions more severe than hitting a parked vehicle of similar size and weight head on at about 28 mph 45 km h Because the system senses the crash severity rather than vehicle speed some frontal collisions at speeds above 28 mph 45 km h will not inflate the air bag The whole inflation and deflation process takes place in a matter of seconds ...

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

Page 26: ...rease the risk of injury in a collision The air bag system uses a readiness light and a tone to indicate the condition of the system The readiness light is in the instrument cluster When you turn the ignition to the ON position this light will illuminate for approximately six 6 seconds and then turn off This indicates that the system is operating normally NOTE Maintenance of the air bag system is ...

Page 27: ... Restraint System or its fuses See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles see your local Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Air bags MUST be disposed of by qualified personnel Safety Restraints for Children In the U S and Canada you are required by law to use safety restraints for children If small chi...

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

Page 29: ...e child Always follow the safety seat manufacturer s instructions when installing and using the safety seat Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage For more information on top tether straps see your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer When installing a child safety seat ...

Page 30: ...ult in serious injury All child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or by the lap portion of a lap shoulder belt RWARNING If you do not properly secure the safety seat the child occupying the seat may be injured during a collision or sudden stop An unsecured safety seat could also injure other passengers RWARNING Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s ins...

Page 31: ...ocking mode retractor use the following procedure If you choose to install a child safety seat or infant carrier in the front seating positions move vehicle seat as far back as possible 1 Position the child seat in the center of the passenger seat 2 Pull down on shoulder belt then grasp shoulder belt and lap belt together Figure 1 ...

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

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

Page 34: ... dual locking mode retractor must be in the automatic locking mode to properly restrain a child Setting the retractor to automatic locking mode 6 Allow the belt to retract Pull up on the shoulder webbing A clicking sound will be heard as the belt retracts This indicates the retractor is in the automatic locking mode Push down on the child seat while you pull up on the belt to remove any slack in t...

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Page 36: ... and tug it forward to make sure that the seat is securely held in place Figure 7 Checking that the seat is secure 8 Double check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode Try to pull more belt out of the retractor If you cannot the belt is in the automatic locking mode Figure 8 ...

Page 37: ...t the Rear Center Seating Position with Adjustable Lap Belt 1 Lengthen the lap belt To lengthen the belt hold the tongue so that its bottom is perpendicular to the direction of webbing while sliding the tongue up the webbing 2 Place the child safety seat in the center seating position 3 Route the tongue and webbing through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions ...

Page 38: ...erly install the child seat in a different position Safety Belts for Children Children who are too large for child safety seats should always wear safety belts See instructions with your child seat or contact its manufacturer to determine maximum size of child that will safely fit in the seat RWARNING If safety belts are not properly worn and adjusted as described the risk of serious injury to the...

Page 39: ... and better fit of lap and shoulder belts on the child A belt positioning booster should be used if the shoulder belt rests in front of the child s face or neck or if the lap belt does not fit snugly on both thighs or if the thighs are too short to let the child sit all the way back on the seat cushion when the lower legs hang over the edge of the seat cushion You may wish to discuss the specific ...

Page 40: ...eel It also locks the automatic transmission gearshift lever LOCK is the only position that allows you to remove the key The LOCK feature helps to protect your vehicle from theft OFF allows you to shut off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel or the automatic transmission gearshift lever ON allows you to test your vehicle s warning lights except the brake system warnin...

Page 41: ...to move the key to the lock position If the key is stuck in the LOCK position move the steering wheel left or right until the key turns freely If the driver s door is open while the key is still in the ignition a warning chime sounds RWARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park RWARNING Do not leave children unreliable adults or pets al...

Page 42: ...losed garage or other enclosed area Never sit in a stopped vehicle for more than a short period of time with the engine running Exhaust fumes are toxic See Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes in this chapter for more instructions Before you start your vehicle do the following 1 Make sure you and all your passengers buckle your safety belts See Safety Restraints in the Index for more details 2 Make sure...

Page 43: ...e key rotate the steering wheel slightly because it may be binding For a cold engine At temperatures 10 F 12 C and below If the engine does not start in fifteen 15 seconds on the first try turn the key to OFF wait approximately ten 10 seconds so you do not flood the engine then try again At temperatures above 10 F 12 C If the engine does not start in five 5 seconds on the first try turn the key to...

Page 44: ...gnition key to the OFF position 2 Press the accelerator all the way to the floor and hold it 3 Turn the ignition key to the START position 4 Release the ignition key when the engine starts 5 Release the accelerator gradually as the engine speeds up Then drive away in the normal manner If the engine still does not start the fuel pump shut off switch may have been triggered For directions on how to ...

Page 45: ...nd exhaust system which can start a fire If you consistently start your vehicle in subzero temperatures use an engine block heater if your vehicle has this option Engine Block Heater If equipped Engine block heaters are strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach 10 F 23 C or below An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which improves starting warms up the engine...

Page 46: ... heater before driving your vehicle Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes Carbon monoxide although colorless and odorless is present in exhaust fumes Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects RWARNING Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or other enclosed area Never sit in a stopped vehicle for more than a short period of time with the engine running Exhaust fumes are toxic See Guarding Aga...

Page 47: ...in an open area for long periods of time open the windows at least one inch 2 5 cm Also the heating or air conditioning system should be set to any function except MAX A C or AUTO If you use the heater set the fan speed on MEDIUM or HIGH with the function control on any position except OFF and the temperature control at any desired position If you use the air conditioner set the fan speed on MEDIU...

Page 48: ...ollision the fuel system shut off switch may have been triggered The shut off switch is a device intended to stop the fuel system when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt Once the shut off switch is triggered you must reset the switch by hand before you can start your vehicle The switch is on the left side of the trunk The fuel system shut off switch 995 ...

Page 49: ... fuel push the red reset button down If the button is already set you may have a different mechanical problem 4 Turn the ignition key to the ON position for a few seconds then turn it to the OFF position 5 Check under the vehicle again for leaking fuel If you see or smell fuel do not start your vehicle again If you do not see or smell fuel you can try to start your vehicle again 6 Check all vehicl...

Page 50: ...pages show the major parts of the instrument panel that are described in this chapter Some items shown may not be on all vehicles In your vehicle the warning lights and gauges are grouped together in the instrument cluster and the indicator lamp module Your vehicle is equipped with one of the following clusters a mechanical cluster an electronic cluster ...

Page 51: ...48 The mechanical cluster ...

Page 52: ...ed or that the brake fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir If the fluid level is low the brake system should be checked by a qualified service technician This light comes on when the parking brake is set or if it is not set it comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to START It normally goes off shortly after the engine starts and you release the parking brake If the light st...

Page 53: ...nless the brake warning light is also lit The Anti Lock Brake System has self check capabilities As previously described the system turns on the anti lock light each time you start your engine After the engine is started and the anti lock light is out the system performs another test the first time the vehicle reaches 14 mph 22 km h The system turns on the Anti Lock Brake System ABS pump motor for...

Page 54: ...g Light and Chime This warning light and chime remind you to fasten your safety belt The following conditions will take place If the driver s safety belt is not buckled when the ignition is turned to the ON position the light will turn on for 1 to 2 minutes and the chime will sound for 4 to 8 seconds If the driver s safety belt is buckled while the light is on or the chime is sounding both the lig...

Page 55: ...iness light will either flash or stay lit up or you will hear a beeping sound If either of these things happen have the air bag system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer immediately Charging System Light This light indicates that your battery is not being charged and that you need to have the electrical system checked This light comes on every time you turn the ignition to the ON or S...

Page 56: ...ill not shift into overdrive Depressing the button on the shifter will return the vehicle to overdrive on mode The transmission will be in the overdrive on mode when the vehicle is started even if the O D OFF mode was selected when the vehicle was last shut off NOTE If the light does not come on when the TCS is depressed or if the light flashes when you are driving have your vehicle serviced at th...

Page 57: ...s on when the headlamps are turned to high beam or when you flash the lights Low Fuel Alert Light This light comes on when your fuel gauge indicates between 1 8 and 1 16 of a tank Your car must be turned to ON for this light to come on ...

Page 58: ... OFF push the switch ON If it is ON push the switch OFF and have the system checked as soon as possible Check Engine Warning Light The Powertrain On Board Diagnostic II OBD II system consists of the hardware and software necessary to monitor the operation of the powertrain The OBD II system is designed to check the function of the vehicle s powertrain control system during normal operation If an e...

Page 59: ... on and off at one 1 second intervals while you are driving the vehicle it means that the engine is misfiring If this condition persists damage could occur to the engine or catalytic convertor Have your vehicle serviced at the first opportunity You do not need to have your vehicle towed in If the light turns on and off on rare occasions while you are driving it means that a malfunction occurred an...

Page 60: ...e Warning Light may come on if the fuel cap is not properly installed If the Check Engine Warning Light comes on and you suspect that the fuel cap is not properly installed pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible and turn off the engine Remove and replace the fuel cap making sure it is properly seated After completing the three consecutive warm up cycles and on the fourth engine start u...

Page 61: ... level ground With ignition switch OFF the fuel gauge indicator may drift from the ignition switch ON position Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant not the coolant level If the coolant is not at its proper level or mixture the gauge indication will not be accurate The pointer moves from the C cold mark into the NORMAL band as your engine coola...

Page 62: ...ngine damage The engine coolant temperature gauge If your engine coolant overheats 1 Pull off the road as soon as safely possible 2 Turn off the engine 3 Let the engine cool DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL 4 Check the coolant level following the instructions on checking and adding coolant to your engine see Engine Coolant in the Index If you do not follow these instr...

Page 63: ...ance independent of the odometer it will not always advance to the next mile kilometer at the same time as the odometer Battery Voltage Gauge If Equipped This gauge shows you the battery voltage when the ignition key is in the ON position If the battery is operating under cold weather conditions the pointer may indicate in the upper range of the NORMAL band while the battery is charging If you are...

Page 64: ...e oil pressure 1 Pull off the road as soon as safely possible 2 Shut off the engine immediately or severe engine damage could result 3 Check the engine s oil level following the instructions on checking and adding engine oil see the Engine Oil in the Index If you do not follow these instructions you or others could be injured To assure an accurate reading your car should be on level ground 4 If th...

Page 65: ...dings are displayed Neither the turn signals nor the high beam indicator light will flash like the other indicators do for the self test Some of the warning lights will flash on and remain on will not immediately flash off until the normal cluster display is lit This self test is used to indicate that all of the warning indicator lights are working properly Your electronic cluster tells you about ...

Page 66: ...63 Electronic cluster ...

Page 67: ...It is acceptable under certain driving conditions such as heavy stop and go traffic or driving up hills in hot weather for the gauge to indicate at the top of the NORMAL band If under any circumstance the pointer moves above the NORMAL band the temperature symbol flashes and a tone will sound to alert the driver that the engine coolant is overheating and continued operation may cause engine damage...

Page 68: ... it requires servicing Contact your dealer for service as soon as possible Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime This warning light and chime remind you to fasten your safety belt The following conditions will take place If the driver s safety belt is not buckled when the ignition is turned to the ON position the light will turn on for 1 to 2 minutes and the chime will sound for 4 to 8 seconds If th...

Page 69: ...em is designed to check the function of the vehicle s powertrain control system during normal operation If an emission problem is detected the Check Engine Warning Light in the cluster is turned on Modification or additions to the vehicle may cause incorrect operation of the OBD II system Additions such as burglar alarms cellular phones and CB radios must be carefully installed Do not install thes...

Page 70: ... the light turns on and off on rare occasions while you are driving it means that a malfunction occurred and the condition corrected itself An example of a condition which corrects itself occurs when an engine running out of fuel begins to misfire In this case the Check Engine Warning Light may turn on and will then set a Diagnostic Trouble Code indicating that the engine was misfiring while the l...

Page 71: ...turn off If the light does not go off after the fourth engine restart have your vehicle serviced by your dealer or a qualified technician Air Bag Readiness Light The Air Bag Readiness light will go on each time you start your vehicle and will remain on for about 6 8 seconds indicating normal air bag operation If this light stays on continuously or flashes or if the light never comes on at all ther...

Page 72: ...nd that you need to have the electrical system checked as soon as possible Engine Oil Pressure Light This light indicates the engine oil pressure not the oil level However if your engine s oil level is low it could affect the oil pressure The light should come on every time your ignition key is turned to ON or START and should go out when the engine starts If the light stays on or turns on while t...

Page 73: ... or others could be injured To assure an accurate reading your vehicle should be on level ground 4 If the level is low add only as much oil as necessary before you start the engine again Do not overfill Do not operate the engine if the light is on regardless of the oil level Contact your nearest dealer for service as soon as possible For more information about adding oil see Adding engine oil in t...

Page 74: ...ff This light does not indicate any problems but is only a convenience to tell when the speed control is active Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge tells you approximately how many gallons liters of fuel you have in the tank When your tank reaches 1 8 or approximately 2 gallons 8 liters a flashing fuel pump will appear Turn the ignition switch off while fueling to obtain an accurate fuel gauge indication ...

Page 75: ...the ON or ACC position all the display segments will light up then go off for a second indicating the gauge is working Then the gauge will show you how much fuel you have in the tank FUEL REMAIN Fuel Remaining This function shows you how many gallons liters of fuel you have left in the fuel tank If your fuel level is above 20 gallons 76 liters the letter F full will appear on the display But if yo...

Page 76: ...ton located just below the message center display to show the speed you are going in either miles per hour or kilometers per hour Odometer The odometer tells you the total number of miles or kilometers your vehicle has been driven If the cluster is replaced and the accumulated mileage on the odometer is unknown the replacement cluster will have the circled S illuminated with zero miles on the odom...

Page 77: ...d gauges provide the electronic message center lets you see problems such as Door Ajar Air Suspension Trunk Ajar Washer Fluid see how many miles kilometers you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank see when overdrive has been turned off monitor your average fuel economy monitor your instantaneous fuel economy check the distance you have travelled during a trip on either Trip A or Trip B m...

Page 78: ...e function This is a dual action switch the right side advances function to the right the left side advances function to the left Buttons for the message center How to use the message center To reset any function 1 Push either the right or left side of the SELECT button to choose the function you would like to set 2 Push the RESET button and the selected message center function will be reset to ze...

Page 79: ...up with fuel Otherwise the display will not show the addition of fuel for a few miles NOTE At least 2 5 gallons 9 5 liters of fuel must be added for the fuel gauge to imediately show the new level of fuel When you have approximately 50 miles 80 km left before you run out of fuel the DTE function will flash for five 5 seconds and sound a tone for one 1 second The message center will remain in the D...

Page 80: ...he fuel indication system and you should contact your dealer for service as soon as possible AVG ECON Average Fuel Economy Select this function to display your average fuel economy in miles per gallon or liters per 100 kilometers Your message center computes this figure using the distance traveled and fuel used information If you want to reset this function press the RESET button while the average...

Page 81: ...n the fuel gauge INST ECON Instantaneous Fuel Economy Select this function to calculate your instantaneous fuel economy Your instantaneous fuel economy is the fuel economy you get at any particular moment For example you can see what your fuel economy is in heavy traffic or on an open highway Your vehicle must be moving to calculate fuel economy When your vehicle is not moving instantaneous fuel e...

Page 82: ... individually To reset either trip feature to zero press the RESET button while a trip distance feature Trip A or Trip B is displayed AVG SPEED Average Speed Select this function to display your average speed in miles per hour or kilometers per hour Your vehicle must be moving to calculate your average speed When your vehicle is not moving the average speed is displayed at 0 miles per hour or 0 ki...

Page 83: ...ed in the trunk on the right side is off or to indicate a possible system fault If the light is displayed while driving and the air suspension switch is not turned off safely pull off the road as soon as possible Turn the ignition switch from ON to OFF and to ON again If the light continues to be displayed after flashing five 5 times turn the air suspension switch located in the trunk on the right...

Page 84: ... started even if the O D OFF mode was selected when the vehicle was last shut off NOTE If the light does not come on when the TCS is depressed or if the light flashes when you are driving have your vehicle serviced at the first opportunity If this condition persists damage could occur to the transmission Low Washer Fluid Light This light comes on when there is less than a quarter of the container ...

Page 85: ...n this light will flash five 5 times and sound a tone for one 1 second and then the light will remain on Trunk Ajar Light If the trunk is not completely closed this light comes on when you turn the ignition to ON With the ignition ON this light will flash five 5 times and sound a tone for one 1 second and then the light will remain on ...

Page 86: ...ls what each of these indicators mean The indicator lamp module Anti Theft System Light If equipped The anti theft system light illuminates to remind you that the anti theft system has been activated The indicator light remains on steadily for approximately 30 seconds after the last door is closed and then goes out ...

Page 87: ...less the brake warning light is also lit The Anti Lock Brake System has self check capabilities As previously described the system turns on the anti lock light each time you start your engine After the engine is started and the anti lock light is out the system performs another test the first time the vehicle reaches 14 mph 22 km h The system turns on the Anti Lock Brake System ABS pump motor for ...

Page 88: ...i lock system and the brake warning light is not lit the anti lock system is disabled but normal brake function remains operational Brake System Light The warning light for the brakes can show two things that the parking brake is not fully released or that the brake fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir If the fluid level is low the brake system should be checked by a qualified servi...

Page 89: ...s on after you have released the parking brake fully have the hydraulic brake system serviced RWARNING The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be working properly Have the brakes checked immediately Hazard Warning Light The hazard warning light will blink on and off continuously when you use the hazard flasher See Using the Hazard Flasher in the Steering Column Controls section ...

Page 90: ...87 Instrument Panel Controls Grand Marquis instrument panel ...

Page 91: ...The Climate Control Systems Your vehicle has one of two different climate control systems The two systems are a manual heating and air conditioning system an electronic automatic temperature control system If you are not sure which system your vehicle has see the diagrams on the following pages The Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System You can heat the inside of your vehicle defrost the winds...

Page 92: ...move the SELECT knob to DEFROST V move the temperature to the end of the red range full clockwise and operate the fan as necessary to provide the volume of air required For ventilation move the SELECT knob to VENT and select the temperature and blower speed desired To cool the inside of your vehicle quickly in warm weather move the SELECT knob to MAX A C move the TEMP knob to the end of the blue r...

Page 93: ...ister directs the air up and down or side to side When the SELECT knob is moved to OFF the system is off and the fan will not operate Adjusting the panel register airflow The instrument panel registers may be adjusted to your comfort needs The thumbwheel controls the volume of air and the knob in the center of the register controls direction up or down or side to side Electronic Automatic Temperat...

Page 94: ...splay window will be blank dark except when OUTSIDE TEMP has been selected Then OUTSIDE TEMP and the temperature will appear in the window If you select AUTOMATIC the system will automatically determine fan speed and airflow location If an override button is selected your selection determines airflow location only Fan speed remains automatic unless you override it by rotating the vertical thumbwhe...

Page 95: ...aximum heating push the RED button until 90 F 32 C is shown in the display window Your EATC will provide maximum heat regardless of the 90 F 32 C setting until you select a cooler temperature with the BLUE button The display window tells you how the system is operating It will indicate the selected temperature and the operating function you have chosen AUTO or one of the six manual overrides It wi...

Page 96: ...will be sent to the floor But a feature is included in your EATC to prevent blowing cold air to the floor if the engine coolant is not warm enough to allow heating For a short time the fan will be at low speed and air directed to the windshield In 3 1 2 minutes or less the fan speed will start to increase and the airflow will change to the floor area If unusual conditions exist i e window fogging ...

Page 97: ...erature one degree Holding either button in will rapidly change the temperature setting in one degree increments to either 65 F 18 C BLUE or 85 F 29 C RED Then the set temperature will jump 5 and stop at either 60 F 16 C which is maximum cooling or 90 F 32 C which is maximum heating The average temperature range used is between 68 F 20 C and 78 F 26 C Changing the temperature setting by several de...

Page 98: ...tton the temperature display can also be changed to 0 F or 0 C using the MAX A C and DEFrost override buttons To change the temperature display to 0 F or 0 C press and hold the MAX A C and DEF Buttons at the same time for 3 4 second The display will change If you continue to press the two buttons the display will continuously switch between 0 F and 0 C If the temperature display does not agree wit...

Page 99: ...which will cancel the automatic fan speed control The thumbwheel is located at the extreme right side of the EATC control panel It is a vertical control marked with a fan symbol Rotate up for HI and down for LO speeds When you move the thumbwheel the fan speed will go to manual control The display window will show the H symbol in the lower right corner along with the selected temperature and opera...

Page 100: ...ntinue to be automatically controlled Manual override buttons Your EATC has six buttons which allow you to make special selections The buttons are located along the bottom edge of the EATC control and allow you to determine where the air will be discharged Pressing any override button changes the air discharge location only It does not affect the ability of the system to control temperature or the...

Page 101: ...tting Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers FLOOR button Airflow will be to the floor when the FLOOR button is pressed The display window will show the set temperature and FLR to the left of the temperature The air cannot be cooled in the FLOOR position only heated Fan speed will be automatic unless manually controlled If you override the fan speed and wish to return to automatic fan...

Page 102: ...on the temperature of the air outside of the vehicle will show in the display The outside temperature will continue to be displayed until the OUTSIDE TEMP button is pressed again to cancel If the selected temperature setting is changed while the outside temperature is displayed the new selected temperature will be displayed for 4 seconds after it is changed Then the outside temperature will return...

Page 103: ... tips The following tips will help you to get the most satisfaction from your Electronic Automatic Temperature Control system In humid weather select DEF V before starting your engine This will help to prevent windshield fogging After a few minutes of operation switch to AUTOMATIC or an override selection of your choice To prevent humidity buildup inside your vehicle always drive with the EATC Sys...

Page 104: ...de and outside of the rear window The button for the rear window defroster is located on the left hand driver s side of the instrument panel The button that controls the rear window defroster Clear away any snow that is on the rear window before using the defroster With the engine running push the defrost button After approximately 10 minutes the defroster will turn off If the window is still not ...

Page 105: ...stem is in the OFF position and The vehicle is running and The vehicle has a fully released parking brake NOTE If you have a vehicle with an automatic lighting system the DRL system is active until the automatic system turns on the headlamps NOTE The high beam indicator will not turn on in the flash to pass mode during nighttime driving NOTE You may notice that the lights flicker when the vehicle ...

Page 106: ...amps tail lamps and side markers without turning on the headlamps For more information about how the high beams work refer to the Steering Column Controls chapter Chime for headlamps on This chime sounds if the driver or any passenger door is open when the parking lamps or headlamps are on The chime sounds until you close the door turn off the lamps or turn the ignition to the ON position Cleaning...

Page 107: ...lly at night turn off the lamps automatically during daylight keep the lamps on for up to three minutes after you turn the key to OFF The autolamp system on the left side of the instrument panel To activate the autolamp feature simply turn the headlamp knob counterclockwise towards the autolamp delay area The autolamp automatically turns the lamps on and off for you ...

Page 108: ... you cover it the photocell reacts as if it is nighttime and the lamps turn on You can adjust the autolamp to keep the lamps on after you leave your vehicle The further you move the headlamp knob to the left counterclockwise the longer the lamps stay on You can set the autolamp so the lamps stay on for up to three minutes after you turn your vehicle off ...

Page 109: ...in the instrument panel To do this locate the switch above the headlight control knob and press it up to brighten the lights or down to dim the lights To turn the interior lights on and off push the headlamp knob in The knob controls the light on the instrument panel and the interior light autolamp feature shown other models similar ...

Page 110: ...lights automatically turn off after 25 seconds or when you turn the ignition key to ON or ACC The inside lights will not turn off if you have turned them on manually or if a door is open Tips on the illuminated entry system The illuminated entry timer will not turn off the courtesy lamp if that lamp has been turned on manually or by the door switch Occasionally you will need to clean the lens of t...

Page 111: ...two map lamps for the passenger and the driver To turn on the map lamps push the switch next to each lamp Front seat map and dome lamps The dual beam map lamps are located on each side of the dome lamp Each map lamp can be turned on by the switches on the lamp ...

Page 112: ...lamps optional With the lens in the flat position the courtesy reading lamp will illuminate when any door is opened or when the headlamp dimmer knob is rotated to the courtesy lamp position With the lens in the rotated position and the key in the ON or ACC position the courtesy reading lamp will illuminate Cleaning the Interior Lamps Your interior dome lamps and map lamps are plastic and should be...

Page 113: ...utes press and hold the M button When the desired minute appears release the button Cleaning the Instrument Panel Lens Clean the instrument panel lens with a soft cloth and a glass cleaner such as Ford Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner or equivalent Do not use paper towel or any abrasive cleaner to clean the lens as these may cause scratches ...

Page 114: ...access to the controls while you are driving The Turn Signal Lever You can use the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering column to operate the turn signals turn the high beams on off flash the lights turn the windshield wipers and washer on off turn the cornering lamps on The turn signal lever ...

Page 115: ...atically light on either the right or left side depending on the direction of the turn when the headlamps are ON High Beams To turn on the high beams turn the headlamp control knob to the headlamp ON position and push the turn signal lever away from you until it latches When the high beams are ON the high beam indicator light on the instrument panel comes on To turn off the high beams pull the lev...

Page 116: ...tion To turn the wipers off turn the knob toward you to the OFF position Variable Interval Wipers In addition to two speed wipers your vehicle has wipers that you can set to operate at varying intervals For example you can set the interval so they wipe less often when it drizzles or more often in heavier rain The variable interval wiper on the turn signal lever To set the interval wipers turn the ...

Page 117: ...arest Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Do not try to clean the windshield when the washer fluid container is empty or activate the washers at any time for more than 15 seconds continuously This could damage the washer pump system RWARNING In freezing weather the washer solution may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision Always warm up the windshield with the defroster before you use the wa...

Page 118: ...ashers off The flashers work whether your vehicle is running or not The flashers work for up to two hours when the battery is fully charged and in good condition without draining the battery excessively If the flashers run for longer than two hours or if the battery is not fully charged the battery can be drained The control switch for the hazard flashers ...

Page 119: ...116 Horn To sound the horn push the center pad area of the steering wheel The horn on the steering wheel ...

Page 120: ...l when the vehicle is moving The lever to tilt the steering wheel To change the position of the steering wheel pull the release lever on the column toward you Tip the steering wheel to the desired position Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in place ...

Page 121: ...y be desirable to drive with the transmission in the Overdrive off mode This can be done by depressing the Transmission Control Switch on the transmission gear selection lever Driving in this mode prevents the transmission from shifting excessively when ascending grades and helps maintain speed when going down steep hills NOTE Do not shift to N Neutral when using the speed control This will cause ...

Page 122: ...lerator pedal 3 Press the SET ACCEL switch and release it immediately to set your speed If you keep this switch pressed your speed will continue to increase 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Your vehicle will maintain the speed you set If you drive up or down a steep hill your vehicle may momentarily slow down or speed up even though the speed control is on This is normal ...

Page 123: ...ic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved Accelerating With the Speed Control Operating You can use the accelerator pedal to speed up momentarily When you take your foot off the accelerator the vehicle will return to the set speed Resetting the Speed Control To reset the speed control to a lower speed use one of the following procedures COAST Press and hold the COAST switch Release the s...

Page 124: ...h and reset the system To reset the speed control to a higher speed follow one of these procedures ACCEL Press and hold the SET ACCEL switch Release the switch when the vehicle has accelerated to the desired speed Depress the accelerator pedal When the vehicle attains the desired speed press the SET ACCEL switch and release it immediately TAP UP Press and then quickly release the SET ACCEL switch ...

Page 125: ...ed by pressing the RESUME switch as long as you did not press the OFF switch You must be driving at least 30 mph 48 km h Your vehicle will gradually return to the previously set speed and then maintain it To Turn Speed Control Off Press the OFF switch Speed control is also turned OFF each time the vehicle ignition is shut off ...

Page 126: ...and optional features Doors Childproof Locks for the Rear Doors In addition to power locks your vehicle has childproof locks for the rear doors If you set these locks the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside of the vehicle The doors can still be opened from the outside when the lock knobs are raised The childproof locks for the rear doors ...

Page 127: ...er Door Locks If equipped If your vehicle has power door locks the controls to lock the doors are on the trim panel of the front door When you close the doors after you set the door locks the doors remain locked If the power mechanism fails the manual door locks will override the power controls Pulling on a front inside door handle will automatically override and release the front door lock The po...

Page 128: ...termined level the exterior lights will also illuminate These lights automatically turn off after 25 seconds or when you turn the ignition key to ON or ACC The inside lights will not turn off if you have turned them on manually or if a door is open Using the Keyless Entry System If equipped If your vehicle has the keyless entry system you can lock or unlock the vehicle doors and trunk without usin...

Page 129: ...amage the buttons Unlocking the doors with the keyless entry system You must unlock the driver s door before you unlock any of the other doors or trunk If you let more than five seconds pass between pressing numbers the system shuts down and you have to enter the code again The system has shut down if the keypad light is out If the keyless entry system does not work properly use the key or transmi...

Page 130: ...in the vehicle To lock all of the vehicle s doors at the same time press 7 8 and 9 0 at the same time It is not necessary to first enter the keypad code Autolock With Keyless Entry if Equipped The Autolock feature will automatically lock all the doors when the vehicle doors are fully closed the ignition key is turned to the ON position someone is sitting in the driver s seat or a heavy object is p...

Page 131: ...tivating the system The Autolock feature can be turned on and off using the instructions above Programming your own entry code You can program a personal code to unlock your vehicle This code does not replace the permanent code that the dealership gave you Use your personal code in the same manner as you would your original code To program your own code 1 Select five digits for your personal code ...

Page 132: ...nd release 1 2 within five seconds of Step 1 3 Press the 1 2 button a second time and hold for two seconds The keyless entry system automatically erases your personal code The system will now only respond to the permanent code Do not set a code that presents the numbers in sequential order such as 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Studies show that people who idly press the buttons usually press a sequential pa...

Page 133: ...the outside front door handles are lifted the keyless entry keypad is used the remote entry transmitter is used any door is opened the trunk is opened or the ignition key is turned to the ON position Remote Entry System If equipped If your vehicle has the remote entry system you can lock and unlock the vehicle doors and open the trunk without using a key The remote also has a personal alarm featur...

Page 134: ...k press the TRUNK button twice within five seconds Locking the doors To lock all the doors press the LOCK button The doors will lock and the horn will chirp to indicate the vehicle is locked The door lock Horn Chirp is a programmable feature To deactivate the Horn Chirp feature 1 Enter your permanent five digit code not the user code you may have set 2 Within five seconds press and hold 7 8 3 With...

Page 135: ...utton or by turning the ignition to the RUN position The interior lights will not turn off if you have turned them on manually or if a door is open Replacing the batteries The remote entry transmitter is powered by two coin type three volt lithium 1616 batteries included that should last for several years of normal use If you notice a significant decrease in operating range the batteries should be...

Page 136: ... be programmed Each transmitter button must be pressed within seven 7 seconds of the prior one Each time a transmitter is successfully programmed all of the vehicle doors will lock and then unlock to verify programming If the doors did not lock unlock your transmitter was not programmed Additional transmitters may be purchased from your dealer remote entry system will work with up to four transmit...

Page 137: ... all four windows Power windows can only be opened or closed when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position RWARNING Do not let children play with the power windows They may seriously hurt themselves Make sure occupants are clear of the window s before closing The master controls on the driver s door To lock out all window switches except the master controls press the window lock switch onc...

Page 138: ... to either the up or down position Actuating the switch for greater than 0 4 seconds provides conventional power window operation Closing of the power window is conventional operation only Seats Head Restraints If you use them properly head restraints will help protect your head and neck in a collision A head restraint helps protect you best if you position it behind your head and not behind your ...

Page 139: ...f the seat forward or backward To move the seat forward or backward 1 Find the adjustment bar underneath the front part of the seat 2 Lift the bar to unlatch the seat 3 Move the seat to the desired position 4 Release the bar to latch the seat in its new position Make sure the seat locks securely in place The front seat adjustment bar ...

Page 140: ...e position you want You can tilt the seat back or bring it forward 4 Release the handle to lock the seat in its new position RWARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving RWARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury in a collision always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips The seatback recliner handle ...

Page 141: ...o higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop Power Seat Recliner Lumbar Option The arrows on the power seat control panel indicate the direction the seat or seatback will move To adjust the seat or seatback move the control knob in the desired direction The power lumbar switch controls the inflation of the lumbar support pad in the seatback To inflate the lumb...

Page 142: ...ace with a leather and vinyl cleaner or a mild soap Fabric Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner Remove fresh spots immediately Follow the directions that come with the cleaner NOTE Before using any cleaner test it on a small hidden area of fabric If the fabric s color or texture is adversely affected by a particular cleaner do not use it ...

Page 143: ...rs Automatic Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror If equipped The automatic non glare mirror The electronic day night mirror will change from the normal state to the non glare state when bright lights glare reach the mirror This mirror functions at night and has a limited function at dusk or dawn From the non glare state the mirror will return to the normal state after a short delay The delay starts whe...

Page 144: ...mirror The sensor that detects rear glare is located inside a window in the center of the mirror The second light sensor which determines outside light level is located on the backside of the mirror case One important safety feature is that the mirror automatically returns to the normal position whenever the vehicle is placed in R Reverse when the mirror is in the ON position This feature ensures ...

Page 145: ...ctor switch to the middle position to keep the mirror in place Heated Mirror Feature Both mirrors are heated whenever the Electric Rear Window Defroster is turned on Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or you could damage them If the outside mirror glass is frozen in place do not attempt to readjust or move the mirror glass or damage may result The Right Side Convex Mirror The side v...

Page 146: ...un Visors Your vehicle has special sun visors Besides the regular sun visor you may have a second sun visor By using both the regular sun visor and the second visor you shield the sun from both the front and the side of the vehicle at the same time To block the sun move the main visor sideways and flip the second visor down The sun visors ...

Page 147: ...the mirror cover The mirror on the sun visor Ashtray and Cupholder Your vehicle is equipped with an ashtray cupholder mounted to the lower center of the instrument panel To open the ashtray pull out the bottom edge of the drawer until it stops To close remove cup s and push drawer forward until closed ...

Page 148: ...the ashtray This outlet should be used for optional electrical accessories NOTE Do not attempt to plug the cigarette lighter into the power point outlet Damage could occur Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter Electrical system damage could occur Power point electrical outlet ...

Page 149: ...bjects on the ledge between the back seat and the rear window as they can become dangerous projectiles and injure someone Trunk Opening the Trunk Manually The trunk in your vehicle gives you plenty of room for storage 20 6 cubic feet 58 cubic meters To open and close the trunk from the outside 1 Insert the key into the lock on the trunk 2 Turn the key to the right until the trunk opens 3 Remove th...

Page 150: ...ipped You can use the remote control on the driver s door to unlock and open the trunk unless you lock the button with the main key The valet key equipped with your vehicle can only open the doors and start the engine The remote control for the trunk ...

Page 151: ...ou must attach detach the positive location grommet from the hook on the floor The hook is just forward of the center of the driver s seat This is done by rotating the grommet one quarter turn slipping the eyelet onto the hook and sliding it to the floor The positive location floor mat hook ...

Page 152: ...149 Electronic Sound Systems Luxury Audio System Analog ...

Page 153: ...ext each time the button is pressed These functions are used with the station memory buttons described under How to tune radio stations How to tune radio stations There are four ways for you to tune in a particular station You can use the TUNE SEEK SCAN or memory buttons Using the TUNE function You can change the frequency up or down one increment at a time by pressing and releasing either the lef...

Page 154: ... station for approximately five seconds To stop the scan mode on the presently sampled station press the SCAN button again Setting the station MEMORY PRESET buttons Your radio is equipped with 6 station memory buttons These buttons can be used to select up to 6 preset AM stations and 12 FM stations 6 in FM1 and 6 in FM2 Follow the easy steps below to set these buttons to the desired frequencies 1 ...

Page 155: ...ill set the first six strong stations of the band you are in AM FM1 or FM2 into the memory buttons The display will flash AUTO and display the autoset icon A while the stations are being set in the memory buttons NOTE If there are fewer than six strong stations in the frequency band the remaining unfilled buttons will store the last strong station detected on the band After all stations have been ...

Page 156: ... increase treble counterclockwise to decrease treble Adjusting speaker balance and speaker fader Push the BAL FADE popout knob to gain access to the speaker balance and fader controls Balance control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the right and left speakers The outer ring of BAL FADE knob adjusts the speaker balance control Turn clockwise to shift the sound to the right speak...

Page 157: ...er NOTE Radio power must be on to use the cassette tape player How to insert a tape Your cassette tape player is equipped with power loading Once you insert a tape and push slightly with the open edge to the right the loading mechanism draws the tape the rest of the way in and play will begin after a momentary tape tightening process Display indicates TAPE while tape is playing If the player is in...

Page 158: ...erses and plays the other side of the tape Rewinding the tape To rewind the tape press the REW button The radio will automatically begin playing while the tape is rewinding The light above the REW button will blink while in the rewind mode Press REW again or press the TAPE button to stop rewinding Using the SEEK function with your cassette tape player While in the tape mode push the right a side o...

Page 159: ...ssing the SIDE 1 2 button How to eject the tape To stop the tape and eject the cassette press the EJECT button The tape will eject only when in the tape mode The cassette cannot be ejected when the radio is playing an AM or FM station The system will revert to radio mode when the cassette is ejected Using the DolbyH B noise reduction feature NOTE Noise reduction system manufactured under license f...

Page 160: ... qualified personnel for service TD E3 Loading error Push EJECT to eject tape Reload tape If the same error code appears in the display try another tape Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and Tapes In order to keep your cassette tape player performing the way it was meant to read and follow these simple precautions Using a Ford Cassette Cleaning Cartridge to clean the tape player head after 10...

Page 161: ...e is loose inside the cassette tighten it before playing by putting your finger or a pencil into one of the holes and turning the hub until the tape is tight Loose labels on cassette tapes can become lodged in the mechanism Remove any loose label material before inserting a cassette Do not leave a tape in the cassette tape player when not in use High heat in the vehicle can cause the cassette to w...

Page 162: ...159 Midline Stereo Cassette ...

Page 163: ...ing level when the ignition switch is turned off when the ignition switch is turned back on the volume will come back to a nominal listening level However if the radio power is turned off with the POWER button the volume will remain in the position it was set at when radio power is switched back on Selecting the AM or FM frequency band Push the AM FM button to select the desired frequency band or ...

Page 164: ...or not a station is present on that frequency See All About Radio Frequencies in this section Using the SEEK function This feature on your radio allows you to automatically select listenable stations up or down the frequency band Press the right a side of the SEEK button to select the next listenable station up the frequency band Press the left b side of the button to select the next listenable st...

Page 165: ...If the vehicle s battery is disconnected the station memory preset buttons will need to be reset Adjusting the tone balance and speaker output of your radio Increasing or decreasing bass response Press the top c of the BASS button to increase bass press the bottom d of the BASS button to decrease bass Increasing or decreasing treble response Press the top c of the TREBLE button to increase treble ...

Page 166: ...te tape player or eject a tape How to insert a tape Your cassette tape player is equipped with power loading Once you insert a tape and push slightly with the open edge to the right the loading mechanism draws the tape the rest of the way in and play will begin after a momentary tape tightening process NOTE A cassette tape can be loaded with the ignition on whether or not the radio power is on Ins...

Page 167: ...plays the other side of the tape Rewinding the tape To rewind the tape press the REW button The radio will begin playing until rewind is manually stopped by pushing the TAPE button or the beginning of the tape is reached Using the SEEK function with your cassette tape player While in the tape mode push the right a side of the SEEK button to seek forward to the next selection on the tape Push the l...

Page 168: ...will resume playing if the radio power is on The tape cartridge can be ejected with radio power and or ignition on or off How to store the tape Press the AM FM button to stop the tape player and resume radio play Using the DolbyH B noise reduction feature NOTE Noise reduction system manufactured under license from Dolby Labs Licensing Corporation Dolby and double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby L...

Page 169: ...and subject to breakage or may jam the tape player mechanism Protect cassettes from exposure to direct sunlight high humidity and extreme heat or cold If they are exposed to extreme conditions allow them to reach a moderate temperature before playing If a tape is loose inside the cassette tighten it before playing by putting your finger or a pencil into one of the holes and turning the hub until t...

Page 170: ...sure your antenna whether you have a power antenna or a manually adjustable antenna is fully extended to the maximum length for proper reception If your antenna is not fully extended you may experience signal loss while traveling in fringe reception areas 2 Terrain The terrain hilly mountainous tall buildings of the area over which the signal travels may prevent the FM signal from being noise free...

Page 171: ...cies These can be caused by power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms Another reception phenomenon is Strong Signal Capture and Overload This can occur when listening to a weak station and when passing another broadcast tower The close station may capture the more distant station although the displayed frequency does not change While passing the tower the station may switch back...

Page 172: ... 107 7 107 9 MHz in 0 2 MHz steps Not all frequencies will be assigned to a given area This radio will tune to each of these frequencies using MANUAL TUNE and no fine tuning is necessary as radio stations may not use other frequencies Some FM radio stations advertise a rounded off frequency which is not the frequency they actually broadcast on For example a radio station that is assigned a frequen...

Page 173: ... warranty booklet for further information Ask your dealer for a copy of this limited warranty Service At Ford Electronics we stand behind our audio systems with a comprehensive service and repair program If anything should go wrong with your Ford audio system return to your dealer for service There is a nationwide network of qualified Ford authorized repair centers to assist you ...

Page 174: ... to position If you do not hold the brake pedal down your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone To move the shifter out of P Park the ignition key must be turned to either the OFF or the ON position This vehicle is also equipped with the brake shift interlock safety feature which prevents shifting the transmission out of the P Park position without the brake pedal being depressed if the...

Page 175: ...on key 2 Apply parking brake 3 Reinsert the ignition key and turn clockwise to the first position OFF 4 Depress the brake pedal move the gearshift lever to N Neutral and start the engine RWARNING DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL YOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPS ARE WORKING If you need to shift out of P Park by using the alternate procedure described above it is possible that a fuse has blown and that...

Page 176: ...ssary R Reverse With the gearshift in the R Reverse position the vehicle will move backward You should always come to a complete stop before shifting into or out of R Reverse N Neutral In N Neutral the wheels of the transmission are not locked Your vehicle will roll freely even on the slightest incline unless the parking brake or brakes are on ...

Page 177: ...tor Light will illuminate O D OFF on the instrument panel When this O D OFF is illuminated the transmission will upshift and downshift from 1st through 3rd gears If the O D OFF light does not come on when the TCS is depressed or if the light FLASHES when you are driving have your vehicle serviced at the first opportunity If this condition persists damage could occur to the transmission To return t...

Page 178: ... Control Switch activated TCS Overdrive may not be appropriate for certain terrain If the transmission shifts back and forth between Third and Fourth gears while you are driving on hilly roads or if your vehicle does not have adequate power for climbing hills press the TCS located on the shift lever You can depress the TCS at any speed When to use 2 Second Use 2 Second for start up on slippery roa...

Page 179: ...rshift is securely latched in P Park if the lever is adjacent to the P Park and you cannot move it without pulling it toward you and rotating it downward Traction Lok Axle If equipped This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces particularly when one wheel is on a poor traction surface Under normal conditions the Traction Lok axle functions as a standard rear axle Extended use of other t...

Page 180: ...kes to prevent one or both of the rear drive wheels from spinning during acceleration During the Traction AssistTM function which most often occurs during low speed acceleration on slippery surfaces a noise may be heard coming from the engine compartment This noise is created by the ABS pump and is normal and may last for a few seconds during the acceleration of the vehicle In general this system ...

Page 181: ...ion normally during the cool down period NOTE Traction Lok axles are not an available option on vehicles equipped with traction assist Steering Your Vehicle Your vehicle comes with power steering Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer your vehicle If the amount of effort needed to steer your vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed have the power steering system checked If the...

Page 182: ...ontinue to roll while you are slowing down which lets you steer properly On vehicles without anti lock brakes extreme braking can make the wheels lock and slide possibly decreasing your control of the steering If you lock the wheels release the brake pedal and repeat the squeeze technique Braking with ABS brakes On vehicles with anti lock brakes the wheels will not lock and slide when you press do...

Page 183: ...d by your dealer or a qualified service technician Ford Motor Company has not found any detrimental effects of popular mobile radio transmitting equipment installed on vehicles with the anti lock brake system if the equipment is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions However if mobile radio transmitting equipment is installed in your vehicle and if either the anti lock brake system...

Page 184: ...rshift is securely latched in P Park Your vehicle has an automatic parking brake release As you move the gearshift selector to any forward gear with the engine running the parking brake automatically releases Your parking brake will not release automatically when you shift into R Reverse To release the parking brake manually pull the brake release handle marked P located on the lower left corner o...

Page 185: ...t you can use the parking brake to stop your vehicle in an emergency if the normal brakes fail However since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes the stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected Rear Air Suspension System If equipped If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic load leveling rear air suspension system it will mainta...

Page 186: ...when the ignition switch is in the ON position and either the shutoff switch is in the OFF position or a system fault has been detected Normal vehicle operation does not require any action by the driver RWARNING On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking hoisting or towing your vehicle The air suspension switch located on the right hand vertical tr...

Page 187: ...icle to behave differently than anticipated Driving in Bad Weather Slippery roads Drive cautiously on wet or snowy roads Do not quickly move the steering wheel unless necessary Drive slower than you normally would Do not use speed control Give your vehicle more distance to stop Pump the brake pedal steadily and evenly to avoid locking your wheels Does not apply to vehicles with anti lock brakes Co...

Page 188: ...cle backward and forward you may gain enough momentum to move out of the spot Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes This may overheat the engine damage the transmission or damage the tires If you are still stuck after a minute or two of rocking call for a tow truck High water Do not drive through flooded areas unless you are sure that the water is below the bottom of the wheel rims I...

Page 189: ...abel on the left front door lock facing or the door latch post pillar The weight limits of your vehicle s tires affect the GVWR or GAWR limitations Usage of replacement tires with higher weight limit than originals does not increase GVWR or GAWR Usage of lower capacity replacement tires may lower GVWR and GAWR limitations RWARNING If the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certific...

Page 190: ...uggage You might take your vehicle to a shipping company or an inspection station for trucks 2 Then weigh your vehicle with the driver passengers and luggage 3 Subtract the first reading from the second to figure the total weight of the load After determining this load you must also make sure that the total weight of your vehicle plus the load it carries is less than its GVWR Also make sure that t...

Page 191: ...iler puts extra strain on your vehicle you must follow certain precautions for your safety and the good of your vehicle Stay within the load limits for towing your vehicle See Trailer towing specifications in this chapter Carefully and thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing making sure to use the right equipment and to attach it properly See Preparing to Tow in this chapter Use extra caution w...

Page 192: ...ximum weight that your vehicle can safely tow RWARNING Do not tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is being used Your vehicle is classified as a light duty towing vehicle The amount of weight that you can safely tow depends on the optional equipment on your vehicle See the following chart Trailer towing specifications ...

Page 193: ... of two types of hitches depending on how much your trailer weighs The Class I hitch will allow you to tow a trailer weighing up to 2 000 lbs 907 kg Because this type of hitch places the tongue load of a trailer on the rear wheels of your vehicle you must distribute the load in your trailer so that only 10 to 15 of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue A Class III hitch and the optional...

Page 194: ...nsion switch on the right side of the trunk to OFF 3 Measure the height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpers at the center of the vehicle 4 Attach trailer to vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizer s so that the front bumper height is 0 to 1 2 inch below the unloaded height After adjustment the rear bumper should be no higher than in step 3 5 Turn the air suspension switch ON RWARNING...

Page 195: ...ake sure that you leave enough slack in the chains to allow you to turn corners If you use a rental trailer follow the instructions that the rental agency gives you Connecting the trailer s brakes Electric brakes and manual automatic or surge type hydraulic brakes are safe if you install them properly and adjust them according to the manufacturer s instructions Be sure that your trailer s brakes m...

Page 196: ...g To get the proper equipment for hooking up your trailer s lights see your local trailer dealer and your Ford dealer Be sure to follow their instructions carefully If your vehicle is equipped with the optional trailer tow package the proper lamp wiring and equipment has been installed at the factory The trailer feed wire supplied in a box in the luggage compartment needs a connector compatible wi...

Page 197: ...ountry your vehicle may frequently shift between Overdrive and Third gears To prevent your vehicle from shifting too much press the Transmission Control Switch located on the shift lever This will also give the engine more power going up hills and better engine braking going down hills If you use the speed control while you are towing on very long steep grades the speed control may shut off Servic...

Page 198: ... or lit cigarettes An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage RWARNING To protect yourself when charging a battery always shield your face and eyes Make sure that you can breathe fresh air RWARNING Applying too much pressure on the ends when lifting a battery could cause acid to spill Lift the battery with a carrier or with your hands on the opposite corners RWARNING Batteries contain s...

Page 199: ...them to a 24 volt power supply either two 12 volt batteries in series or a 24 volt generator set 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle You could damage the vehicle s electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle Make sure the vehicles do not touch each other Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan an...

Page 200: ...other end of the first cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery 3 Connect one end of the second cable to the negative s terminal of the booster battery NOT to the discharged battery 4 Connect the other end of that cable to a good metallic surface on the engine or frame of the disabled vehicle making sure it is clear of any rotating engine components The following illustrations show wh...

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Page 202: ...the discharged battery Removing jumper cables 1 Always remove the jumper cables in the reverse order Remove the negative s end of the jumper cable from the metallic surface on the engine or frame of the disabled vehicle 2 Remove the negative s cable from the booster battery 3 Remove the positive cable from the booster battery 4 Remove the other end of the positive cable from the discharged battery...

Page 203: ...nd is designed for emergency use only Use it only when you get a flat tire and replace it as soon as you can This spare tire is marked with the words TEMPORARY USE ONLY so that you can easily identify it NOTE Extended use of other than conventional spare tires on a Traction Lok rear axle could result in a permanent reduction in effectiveness This loss of effectiveness does not affect normal drivin...

Page 204: ...heel use the wheel for any other type of vehicle drive through an automatic car wash with this tire Because the temporary spare tire is smaller than a conventional tire it reduces the ground clearance Your vehicle may get caught in the rails and it could be damaged Using the Conventional Spare Tire If equipped If you have the conventional spare tire you can use it as a spare or as a regular tire T...

Page 205: ...Location The spare is stored in the trunk H The spare tire location To remove the spare tire 1 Lift off the spare tire cover if equipped 2 Unscrew the wing nut holding down the spare tire 3 Lift out the spare tire ...

Page 206: ...jack even if the vehicle is in P Park To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block the wheel both directions that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire being changed RWARNING If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously injured Turn off the air suspension switch if equipped prior to ...

Page 207: ...Remove any optional wheel covers or wheel ornaments with the tapered end of a wheel nut wrench Insert the handle of the wrench and twist it against the inner wheel cover flange For more about removing wheel covers see the information later in this section 4 Loosen each wheel lug nut one half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the tire is raised off the ground You should pull up on ...

Page 208: ...straight until the tabs are against the side of the frame MAKE SURE THE JACK IS PROPERLY POSITIONED UNDER THE FRAME Turn the handle of the jack clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground RWARNING To lessen the risk of personal injury do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant f...

Page 209: ...tial housing as a lift point Jacking locations Locating the notch for the jack rear wheels Locating the notch for the jack front wheels 2 Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel clears the ground Remove the wheel lug nuts ...

Page 210: ...re removed from wheel studs 4 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure that the air valve stem is facing outward 5 Reinstall the lug nuts tightening until the wheel is snug against the hub The beveled edges on the lug nuts face inward Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until you lower the vehicle If you do you could force the vehicle off the jack 6 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack...

Page 211: ...lock the wheels 11 Turn the air suspension ON if so equipped Installation of the black dust shield When installing the regular tire reinstall the black dust shield by orienting and sliding the shield until it is flush with the hub rotor assembly Aluminum wheel The center wheel ornament Remove the center ornament from the wheel with the tapered end of the wheel nut wrench ...

Page 212: ...h full wheelcover Remove the wheelcover from the wheel using the flanged end of the wheel nut wrench by inserting the handle and then prying against the inner wheelcover flange Install the wheelcover on the wheel with the valve stem extension in the wheel matching the hole in the wheelcover Push by hand on the outside edges of the wheelcover until it is snapped firmly in place on the wheel ...

Page 213: ... Complete the registration card and return it to the manufacturer as soon as you buy the vehicle To replace the key wrench send the I D card to the manufacturer If the Engine Cranks But Does Not Start or Does Not Start After a Collision The Fuel System Shut off Switch If the engine cranks but does not start or if you have had a collision the fuel system shut off switch may have been triggered The ...

Page 214: ...clude wheel lift towing or flat bed towing Before your vehicle can be towed the air suspension switch in the luggage compartment needs to be turned to the OFF position It is recommended that your Grand Marquis be towed with wheel lift or flatbed equipment If slingbelt equipment must be used the towbar will deform the soft fascia bumper However it will return to an acceptable shape ...

Page 215: ...he operator what kind of vehicle you have A towing manual is available from Ford Motor Company for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck driver refer to this manual for the proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle ...

Page 216: ...er comes first To purchase Roadside Assistance coverages beyond this period through Ford Auto Club contact your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer not available in Canada Roadside Assistance will cover the following Mount your spare if you have a flat tire Jump start your battery if it is dead Unlock your vehicle if you are locked out Bring you fuel if you run out Tow your vehicle if you are stranded ...

Page 217: ...call 1 800 241 FORD in Canada call 1 800 665 2006 Should you need to arrange for roadside assistance yourself Ford Motor Company will reimburse the reasonable cost To obtain information about reimbursement call 1 800 241 FORD in Canada call 1 800 665 2006 If You Have a Service Problem Ford Motor Company has authorized Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealerships that can service your vehicle for you This ...

Page 218: ...u are not satisfied with the service you received from your dealership s service department talk to the service manager at the dealership or if you still are not satisfied talk to the owner or general manager of the dealership In most cases you will have your concern resolved at this level If you are away from home when your vehicle needs to be serviced or if you need more help than the dealer gav...

Page 219: ...lowing information available when contacting Ford Customer Assistance your telephone number both business and home the name of the dealer and the city where the dealership is located the year and make of your vehicle the date purchased the current mileage on your vehicle your Vehicle Identification Number VIN listed on your owner card and or your vehicle ownership license ...

Page 220: ...otor Company vehicles The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations modify procedures and or to discontinue this process at any time without notice and without incurring obligations What Kind of Cases Does the Board Review The Board reviews all product performance and service complaints on Ford Mercury and Li...

Page 221: ...new vehicle warranties have expired at receipt of your application are not eligible Eligibility may differ according to state law For example see the unique brochure for California purchasers lessees How Does the Board Work The Board has four members three consumer representatives a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained by an independent ...

Page 222: ...r it receives the customer application form After your case has been reviewed the Board will mail you its decision in writing It will also provide you with a form to indicate your acceptance or rejection of an award decision The decisions of the Board are binding on the dealer and Ford but customers may have other options available to them under state or federal law The decisions of the Board howe...

Page 223: ...eview your case properly the Board needs the following information legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair orders that relate to the case the year make model and vehicle identification number the date you bought your vehicle the date of repair and the mileage at the time of repair the current mileage the name of the dealer who sold you the vehicle or who serviced your vehicle a b...

Page 224: ...ion 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 the Auto Safety Hotline toll...

Page 225: ...ed between a vehicle owner Ford of Canada and or one of its dealers that all parties can agree upon the owner may wish to use the services offered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP CAMVAP uses the services of Provincial Administrators to assist consumers in scheduling and preparing for their arbitration hearings However before you can proceed with CAMVAP you must follow your ma...

Page 226: ...e to make sure local regulations do not prevent you from registering your vehicle Officials at the embassy can also help you decide whether you should import your vehicle to that country Officials at the embassy or consulate can tell you where to get unleaded fuel If you cannot get unleaded fuel or can get only fuel with an anti knock index that is lower than your vehicle needs contact a district ...

Page 227: ...ct the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership cannot help you write to If you are in other foreign countries contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership cannot help you they can direct you to the appropriate Ford affiliate office If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U S or Canada register your Vehicle Identification Number and new address with Ford...

Page 228: ...ine accessories have been engineered specifically to fulfill your automotive needs They are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your Ford built vehicle In addition each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford s rigid engineering and safety specifications That is why Ford brand accessories are warranted for up to 3 years or 36 000 mi...

Page 229: ...essories equipment passengers and luggage to your vehicle do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle GVWR GAWR as shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label Consult your dealer for specific weight information ...

Page 230: ...your vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use or are not properly installed For example when operated such systems may cause the engine to stumble or stall In addition such systems may themselves be damaged or their operation affected by operating your vehicle Citizens band CB transceivers garage door openers and other transmitters whose power output is 5 watts or ...

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Page 235: ...he headlamp bulbs that can be replaced without tools We give you a Maintenance Schedule that makes tracking routine service for your vehicle easy The maintenance schedule is located in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet This chapter tells you about the basic parts that you need to check and service regularly If your vehicle needs professional servicing your dealership can provide the part...

Page 236: ...vide the best performance in your vehicle Using these parts for replacement is your assurance that Ford built quality stays in your vehicle NOTE Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner Follow your community s standards for disposing of these types of fluids Call your local recycling center to find out about recycling automotive fluids Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicl...

Page 237: ...t the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 2 Remove the key from the ignition after you turn the engine off 3 Block the wheels This will prevent your vehicle from moving unexpectedly Working with the engine on 1 Set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 2 Block the wheels This will prevent your vehicle from moving unexpectedly RWARNING Do not sta...

Page 238: ...anel C The hood release under the instrument panel 2 Go around to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary catch that is located under the front edge of the hood at the center of the vehicle C The auxiliary catch under the front edge of the hood 3 Lift the hood until the counterbalanced hinges hold it open ...

Page 239: ...E Apply lubricant to the hood latch at six month intervals to maintain smooth and trouble free operation Engine Compartment Your vehicle has a 4 6 liter engine The following page shows a diagram of where to find items that you should regularly service ...

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Page 241: ...or and air intake must be covered Covering these components will help prevent water damage Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running Water getting into the engine may cause internal damage Filling the Fuel Tank The fuel filler door is outside the vehicle on the driver s side near the back To fill the fuel tank 1 After opening the fuel filler door remove the cap carefully and slowly by tur...

Page 242: ... not use the proper fuel cap the pressure in the fuel tank can damage the fuel system or cause it to work improperly in a collision endangering you and your passengers NOTE If you replace your fuel cap with an aftermarket fuel filler cap the customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank and or fuel system Choosing the Right Fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL in your vehicle Using leaded f...

Page 243: ...ver see your dealer or a qualified service technician if persistent heavy knocking occurs because this can damage the engine If your vehicle has problems with starting rough idle or hesitation problems when the engine is cold it may be caused by fuel with low volatility Try a different brand of fuel If the condition persists see your dealer or a qualified service technician Gasolines for clean air...

Page 244: ...or mishandled To minimize the risk that you will be injured please read the following information carefully and observe the recommended precautions Turn vehicle off when refueling Do not smoke when refueling Fuels are extremely flammable Do not siphon any fuel by mouth RWARNING Gasoline or gasoline blended with methanol can cause blindness and possible death when swallowed If any fuel is swallowed...

Page 245: ... if you experience an adverse reaction Running Out of Fuel NOTE Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on modern powertrain components You may need to crank the engine several times before the fuel system starts to pump fuel from the tank to the engine Calculating Fuel Economy Fuel economy is an estimate of the efficiency of your vehicle and can be calculated a...

Page 246: ...ns and may not reflect the actual conditions you experience or your style of driving The EPA fuel economy estimate is not a guarantee that you will achieve the fuel economy shown The following decrease fuel economy Lack of regular scheduled maintenance Rapid acceleration and excessive speed Driving with your foot on the brake Sudden stops Extended engine idling Using speed control in hilly terrain...

Page 247: ...g an oil can spout and windshield washer fluid Check the engine oil at every refueling stop Clean the windshield outside mirrors and headlights Check windshield washer fluid Check tires for excessive wear or worn edges Check the tire pressure at least monthly Engine Oil Recommendations We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil meeting Ford Specification ESE M2C153 E and displaying the...

Page 248: ...ill be changed according to the maintenance schedule Checking and Adding Engine Oil Since the proper amount of engine oil is important for safe engine operation check the oil using the dipstick each time you put fuel in your vehicle Remember the engine must be off the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be parked on level ground Checking the engine oil level 1 Turn the engine off after it has wa...

Page 249: ...ved from the engine 7 Put the dipstick back in and make sure it is fully seated It may be necessary to add some oil between oil changes Make sure you use a CERTIFIED engine oil of the preferred viscosity Your vehicle s warranty coverage may not apply if engine damage is caused by the use of improper engine oil Add engine oil through the oil filler cap highlighted in yellow To add oil remove the fi...

Page 250: ...r additional information NOTE Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner Follow your community s standards for disposing of these types of fluids Call your local recycling center to find out about recycling automotive fluids RWARNING Continuous contact with USED motor oil has caused cancer in laboratory mice Protect your skin by washing with soap and water ...

Page 251: ... your engine from overheating in the summer and from freezing in the winter Check the level of the coolant at least once a month Simply look at the engine coolant reservoir located in the engine compartment To locate the reservoir see the diagram of your vehicle s engine under Engine Type in this chapter The coolant additives also protect the entire cooling system from internal passageway corrosio...

Page 252: ...se clamps as specified in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet Repair or replace with Motorcraft hoses or equivalent as necessary Adding engine coolant RWARNING Do not put engine coolant in the container for the windshield washer fluid If sprayed to clean the glass engine coolant or antifreeze could make it difficult to see through the windshield ...

Page 253: ...as been released use the cloth to press the cap down turn it and remove it 5 Stand away from the reservoir opening Hot steam may blow out or hot engine coolant may even splash out To find out how much engine coolant mixture your vehicle s coolant system can hold see Refill capacities for fluids in the Index Add engine coolant only to the recovery reservoir If the coolant level is low add a 50 50 o...

Page 254: ...2 C depending on your local climate conditions Below 40 you will lose freeze protection and above 60 your engine may overheat on a warm day NOTE The use of an improper coolant may void your warranty for the engine cooling system Use only a premium nationally recognized brand name engine coolant Do not use alcohol methanol antifreeze or engine coolant mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze If yo...

Page 255: ...ure of engine coolant in your engine that has a protection rating of at least 34 F 37 C or whatever protection rating is appropriate for the climate in which you live Engine coolant drain and flush Proper procedures for a complete coolant drain and flush of the cooling system can be found in the Car Service Manual Following these recommended procedures will ensure that the specified coolant level ...

Page 256: ...fill the reservoir until the coolant is at the FULL COLD level Reinstall the pressure cap to the fully installed position Start and idle the engine until the radiator upper hose is warm this indicates the thermostat is open and coolant is flowing through the entire system Immediately shut off the engine and let cool Cautiously remove the pressure relief cap and add a 50 50 mixture of specified coo...

Page 257: ... 32 C and more often in temperatures above 90 F 32 C Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the level indicator Do not overfill If the level gets low you can add tap water to the battery provided the water isn t hard or doesn t have a high mineral or alkali content However if possible you should refill the battery with distilled water If the battery needs water quite often have the charging...

Page 258: ...nd start the vehicle Let the engine idle for at least one minute Engine must be warm in order to learn Also allow approximately 10 miles 16 km of stop and go traffic for your vehicle s engine to completely relearn its idle Windshield Washer Fluid and Wipers Washer Fluid Check the level of the windshield washer fluid periodically or when the optional lamp indicates low fluid The reservoir for washe...

Page 259: ...tives that dissolve road grime For safety reasons washer fluids containing an appropriate antifreeze such as methanol should be used in freezing weather temperatures below 32 F 0 C State or local regulations on Volatile Organic Compounds VOC s may restrict use of the most common antifreeze methanol Washer fluids containing non methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold wea...

Page 260: ...ents to clean your wiper blades These will damage your blades To make reaching the wiper blades easy simply turn the ignition to the ACC position and turn your wipers on Wait for them to reach a vertical position and turn the ignition to the OFF position Do not move the wipers manually Manually moving the wipers across the windshield may damage them Wiper blade replacement If the wiper blades stil...

Page 261: ...mended load limits see Load limits in the Index Make sure the weight of your load is evenly distributed Drive at safe speeds If you do not take these precautions your tires may fail or go flat Ford Motor Company recommends obeying posted speed limits RWARNING Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control Driving at very high speeds for extended periods of time ...

Page 262: ...ommended size tires on the Safety Compliance Certification Label RWARNING Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control Tire Rotation Because your vehicle s front and rear tires perform different jobs they often wear differently To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer rotate them as indicated in the following d...

Page 263: ...B Rotating the tires NOTE Use the five tire rotation only when the conventional spare wheel is the same as the road wheels Do not mix the steel wheel with aluminum wheels in tire rotation sequence ...

Page 264: ...han others RWARNING When replacing full size tires never mix radial bias belted or bias type tires Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the tire pressure decal Make sure that all tires are the same size speed rating and load carrying capacity Use only the tire combinations recommended on the decal If you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may not drive properly and safely Tires tha...

Page 265: ... Regulations Part 575 104 c 2 U S Department of Transportation Tire quality grades The U S Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course Fo...

Page 266: ...lity to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire 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 ...

Page 267: ...following Make sure the chains are the right size for your tires Use only SAE Class S chains Other types may damage your vehicle Put the chains on tightly with the ends held down securely Verify that no chain touches any wiring brake lines or fuel lines Follow the chain manufacturer s instructions Drive slowly If you can hear the chains rub or bang against your vehicle stop the vehicle and tighten...

Page 268: ...transmission is not working properly for instance the transmission may slip or shift slowly or you may notice some sign of fluid leakage the fluid level should be checked Checking the Automatic Transmission Fluid It is preferable to check the transmission fluid level at normal operating temperature 150 F 170 F 66 C 77 C after approximately 20 miles 30 km of driving However if necessary you can che...

Page 269: ...e holes on the dipstick NOTE If the vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds or in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow the fluid to cool before checking Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid Before adding any fluid be sure that the correct type will be used Use only MERCONH fluid Add fluid in 1 2 p...

Page 270: ...il change or at least once a year You can do this by looking at the fluid level in the plastic reservoir on the master cylinder Also see label on reservoir cap To locate the master cylinder see The Engine Types in the Index The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks RWARNING Brake fluid is toxic If brake fluid contacts eyes flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes Get medical atte...

Page 271: ...on ESA M6C25 A RWARNING If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3 you will cause permanent damage to your brakes Do not fill the reservoir above the MAX line A The brake fluid reservoir If you find that the fluid level is excessively low below the seam or ridge on the outside of the plastic reservoir have the brake system inspected RWARNING Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run dry...

Page 272: ...near the center of the NORMAL operating temperature range 2 While the engine idles turn the steering wheel back and forth several times Make sure that the cap assembly is installed at this time 3 Turn the engine off 4 Check the fluid level in the power steering fluid reservoir The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX lines on the side of the reservoir 5 If the power steering fluid is belo...

Page 273: ...ing fluid This can damage the power steering pump If you must check the power steering fluid when it is cold make sure that the fluid reaches the MIN mark on the reservoir Fuses High Current Fuses Fuse Links and Circuit Breakers Fuses conventional and high current and circuit breakers protect your vehicle s wiring system from overloading If electrical parts in your vehicle are not working the syst...

Page 274: ...g for each electrical part of your vehicle If a fuse blows or a circuit breaker opens a circuit all the parts of your vehicle that use that circuit will not work Once you have determined which fuses or circuit breakers to check follow the procedures under Checking and replacing fuses or Checking and replacing circuit breakers in this chapter The instrument panel fuse panel ...

Page 275: ...The Instrument Panel Fuses Circuit Breakers and Relays 316 C ...

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Page 277: ...he circuit load exceeds their amperage rating High current fuses may be purchased from your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer The high current fuse panel is located in the engine compartment near the battery RWARNING Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses Ford recommends that high current fuses be replaced by a qualified technician ...

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Page 280: ...lumn Remove the fuse panel cover to expose the fuse panel 2 Check the fuse to see if it is blown Look through the clear side of the fuse to see if the metal wire inside is separated If it is the fuse should be replaced The side view of a fuse 3 Replace the fuse with one that has the right amperage rating See the following charts ...

Page 281: ... replacing fuses in this chapter to find out how to locate the fuse panel Circuit breakers will reset themselves and allow the electrical parts to work again once the overload on the circuit is removed If the circuit breakers continue to cut off electricity have your vehicle s electrical system checked Diagnostic equipment is needed to check circuit breakers Refer to the manufacturer s instruction...

Page 282: ...amperage rating Fuse links may be purchased from your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer See the following charts to find out which electrical parts are protected by a fuse link Lights and Bulb Replacement It is a good idea to check the operation of the following lights frequently headlamps tail lamps brakelamps hazard flasher high mount brakelamp turn signals side markers ...

Page 283: ...ps on your vehicle use replaceable bulbs When the lamp burns out simply replace the bulb rather than the whole lamp RWARNING Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated Do not remove the burned out bulb unless...

Page 284: ... the electrical connector by pulling off the bulb base 4 Remove the bulb by turning it 1 4 of a turn to free it from the socket Installing the headlamp bulb 1 Insert the glass envelope of the bulb into the socket while aligning the locking tabs 2 Rotate the bulb 1 4 turn to lock 3 Push the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base until it snaps locking it into position 4 Close the ac...

Page 285: ...ulbs Your vehicle has a brakelamp mounted in the rear window called a high mount brakelamp You may need to remove this lamp at times to replace the brakelamp bulb or to clean the rear window Parts of the high mount brakelamp ...

Page 286: ... and over the retaining brackets Do not move upper part of plastic attachment brackets 3 Twist socket counterclockwise to remove from lamp 4 Pull bulb out of socket 5 Replace the burned out bulbs To install the high mount brakelamp 1 Position the brakelamp over the retaining brackets 2 Install and tighten the two retaining screws ...

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Page 288: ... other vehicle components possibly causing a fire To make sure that the catalytic converter and the other emission control parts continue to work properly Use only unleaded fuel Avoid running out of fuel Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds Do not push start your vehicle Have the services listed in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet performed...

Page 289: ...Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability It is the owner s responsibility to determine the equivalency of such parts Please consult your warranty booklet for complete warranty information RWARNING Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust syst...

Page 290: ...e seconds after you shut it off or if it misfires surges stalls or backfires Information about your vehicle s emission control system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information decal located on or near the engine This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up specifications Readiness for Inspection Maintenance Testing In some localities it may become a legal requirement to pa...

Page 291: ...rupted repeat the preceding step Any safe driving mode is acceptable between steps Always drive vehicle in safe manner according to traffic conditions and obey all traffic laws The engine must be warmed up and at operating temperature before proceeding with the drive modes of the following OBD II Drive Cycle 1 Start the engine Drive or idle in neutral the vehicle for 4 minutes 2 Idle the vehicle i...

Page 292: ...eeds to do 1 5 minute steady state throttle drives 7 Accelerate the vehicle up to between 45 and 60 mph 72 97 km h This should take approximately 5 minutes 8 Drive vehicle and hold the throttle steady at the selected speed between 45 and 60 mph 72 97 km h for approximately 5 minutes 9 Drive the vehicle for 5 minutes at varying speeds between 45 and 60 mph 72 97 km h 10 Bring the vehicle back to id...

Page 293: ...ifications Refill Capacities 448 M NOTE Rear axle lube quantities must be replaced every 100 000 miles 160 000 km or if the axle has been submerged in water Otherwise the lube should not be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required ...

Page 294: ...ion it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder For 4 6L 2V engines Cylinders 1 2 3 4 have a PG suffix Cylinders 5 6 7 8 have a P suffix If a spark plug needs to be replaced use only spark plugs with the service number suffix letter as shown on the engine decal ...

Page 295: ...ations R NOTE Rear axle lube quantities must be replaced every 100 000 miles 160 000 km or if the axle has been submerged in water Otherwise the lube should not be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair ...

Page 296: ...ight if possible If vehicles are stored outside they require regular maintenance to protect against rust and damage Body Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt grease oil tar or mud from exterior surfaces rear wheel housing and underside of front fenders Periodically wash vehicles stored in exposed locations Touch up raw or primed metal to prevent rust Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a...

Page 297: ...tank with high quality unleaded fuel until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel pump nozzle NOTE During extended periods of vehicle storage 60 days or more fuel may deteriorate due to oxidation This can damage rubber and other polymers in the fuel system and may also clog small orifices Ford Gas Stabilizer should be added whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 60 days Follow the ins...

Page 298: ...ery charge is maintained for quick starting NOTE If battery cables are disconnected it will be necessary to reset memory features Brakes Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released Tires Maintain recommended air pressure Miscellaneous Make sure all linkages cables levers and clevis pins under vehicle are covered with grease to prevent rust Move vehicles at least 25 feet 8 m every 15 days...

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Page 310: ...nerator 24 wearing safety belts 17 Air cleaner filter location 237 Air conditioning electronic automatic temperature control system 90 manual heating and air conditioning system 88 Air suspension description 182 see also Rear air suspension system 182 Alarm activating remote personal 132 Aluminum wheels 208 Antenna radio see Electronic sound system 154 Antifreeze see Engine coolant 249 Anti lock b...

Page 311: ...ging system warning light 52 69 disconnecting 256 how to service 255 jumping a disabled battery 195 maintenance free 255 proper disposal recycling 255 replacement specifications 292 voltage gauge 60 when storing your vehicle 296 Black dust shield 208 Brake fluid brake warning light 49 85 specifications 293 Brakelamp bulb replacement 285 high mount brakelamp 283 Brakes adjustment 179 anti lock 179 ...

Page 312: ...22 Capacities for refilling fluids 291 Carbon monoxide in exhaust 43 Car seats for children see Child safety seats 26 Cassette tape player see Electronic sound system 149 159 Catalytic converter 286 Chains tires 265 Changing a tire 200 Charging system gauge 60 Charging system warning light 52 69 Childproof locks 123 Child safety restraints 24 child safety belts 35 child safety seats 26 Child safet...

Page 313: ...rior lamps 109 mirrors 141 plastic parts 6 polishing 6 rustproofing 6 safety belts 17 tail lamps 103 upholstery and interior trim 139 washing 5 wheels 266 Climate control system air conditioning 88 90 electronic automatic temperature control 90 heating 88 90 Clock 110 Cold engine starting 40 Coolant see Engine coolant checking and adding 249 drain and flush 253 preparing for storage 295 proper sol...

Page 314: ...sion fluid 267 Dispute Settlement Board 217 Doors door ajar warning message 82 lubricant specifications 293 Driving under special conditions bad weather 184 heavy load 186 high water 185 slippery roads 184 towing a trailer 188 Dust shield black 208 E Electrical system circuit breakers 279 fuses 271 power point outlet 145 Electronic message center see Message center 74 Electronic sound system anten...

Page 315: ...s 237 starting 40 starting after a collision 45 storing your vehicle 295 Engine block heater 42 Engine coolant checking and adding 249 checking hoses 250 disposal 253 preparing for storage 295 proper solution 251 recovery reservoir 249 refill capacities 291 specifications 293 Engine coolant temperature gauge description 58 64 electronic 64 mechanical 59 Engine oil changing oil and oil filter 248 c...

Page 316: ...ats 148 Fluid refill capacities 291 Ford Customer Assistance Center 216 Ford Dispute Settlement Board 217 Ford Extended Service Plan 4 Ford Motor Company of Canada 222 Ford of Canada Customer Assistance Centre 222 Foreign registration 223 French owner guides how to obtain 3 Fuel capacity 291 filling your vehicle with fuel 239 filter specifications 292 fuel gauge 58 71 storing your vehicle 295 Fuel...

Page 317: ...current fuse panel 276 instrument panel 271 Fuses charts 273 checking and replacing 278 circuit breakers 279 G Gas cap see Fuel cap 239 Gasoline see Fuel 239 Gauges Electronic engine coolant temperature gauge 64 fuel gauge 71 odometer 73 speedometer 73 Gauges Mechanical battery voltage gauge 60 engine coolant temperature gauge 58 engine oil pressure gauge 61 fuel gauge 58 odometer 60 speedometer 6...

Page 318: ...t 281 cleaning 103 daytime running lights 102 flashing 112 high beam 112 replacing bulbs 280 turning on and off 103 Head restraints 135 Heated mirrors 142 Heating electronic automatic temperature control system 90 manual heating and air conditioning system 88 High beams indicator light 54 66 High mount brakelamp description 283 replacing the bulb 284 Hitch 190 Hood latch location 236 lubrication s...

Page 319: ...nstrument panel cleaning 110 lighting up panel and interior 106 location of components 87 Interval wipers 113 J Jack operation 205 positioning 206 Jump starting your vehicle attaching cables 197 disconnecting cables 199 K Keyless entry system autolock 127 locking and unlocking doors 126 programming entry code 128 Keys key in ignition chime 38 positions of the ignition 37 removing from the ignition...

Page 320: ...83 illuminated entry system 125 illuminated mirrors 144 interior lamps 106 map lamps 108 replacing bulbs 280 trailer 193 Lane change indicator see Turn signal 112 Lights warning and indicator air bag 52 68 air suspension 55 anti lock brakes ABS 50 84 anti theft 83 brake 49 85 charging system 52 69 check engine 55 66 door ajar 81 engine oil pressure 69 hazard warning light 86 high beam 54 66 low fu...

Page 321: ... tightening sequence 207 M Maintenance see Servicing 233 Map pockets 146 Master cylinder brakes 268 Message center door ajar 82 english metric button 75 low washer fluid 81 reset button 75 select button 75 trunk ajar 82 Mirrors automatic dimming rearview mirror 140 heated 142 rearview 140 side view mirrors power 141 vanity mirror illuminated 144 Motorcraft parts 292 N National Highway Traffic Safe...

Page 322: ...e operation 180 warning light 49 85 Parts see Motorcraft Parts 292 PCV valve specifications 292 Power distribution box see Fuses 271 Power door locks 124 Power features antenna 154 door locks 124 lumbar support 138 mirrors 141 seats 138 windows 134 Power point electrical outlet 145 Power steering driving with power steering 178 fluid checking and adding 270 fluid refill capacity 291 fluid specific...

Page 323: ...the batteries 132 Restraints safety see Safety restraints adult 7 child 24 head 135 infant 24 Roadside assistance 213 Roadside emergencies 195 Rotating the tires 260 S Safe driving tips 184 Safety belts see Safety restraints 7 Safety chains when towing a trailer 192 Safety defects reporting 221 Safety restraints adjusting the safety belts 10 12 15 automatic locking mode retractor 11 cleaning the s...

Page 324: ...eclining the seat 138 Serial number VIN 216 Service concerns 215 Servicing your vehicle precautions when servicing 234 Shift lock system 172 Side mirrors adjusting 141 heated 142 Snow tires and chains 265 Spare tire changing the tire 203 conventional spare 201 finding the spare 202 removing the spare tire 202 temporary spare 200 Spark plugs specifications 292 Specification chart lubricants 293 Spe...

Page 325: ... pockets 146 Storing your vehicle 294 Sun visor 143 Supplemental air bag readiness light 52 68 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 17 T Tail lamps bulb replacement 285 cleaning 103 Temperature control see Climate control 88 Tether anchor installation see Child restraints 26 Tilt steering wheel 117 Tires changing 200 checking the pressure 260 cleaning 266 replacing 262 rotating 260 snow tires and cha...

Page 326: ...93 Transmission automatic operation 171 fluid checking and adding automatic 266 fluid refill capacities 291 lubricant specifications 293 Transmission control switch 174 Transmitter see Remote entry 130 Trip odometer 60 Trunk remote release lever 147 trunk ajar warning light 82 using the keys to open 146 using the remote entry system to open 131 Tune up specifications VECI 288 Turn signal indicator...

Page 327: ...186 Vehicle storage 294 Viscosity see Engine oil 246 Visor see Sun visor 143 W Warm engine starting 40 Warning chimes key in ignition 38 safety belt 51 65 Warranties radio 170 Warranty Information Booklet 3 Washer fluid reservoir 256 warning light 81 Weight limits GAWR GVWR 186 Wheels cleaning 266 covers 208 inspection and maintenance 259 Windows one touch down 135 power windows operating 134 rear...

Page 328: ...Index 331 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid 256 checking and replacing wiper blades 258 low washer fluid light 81 operation 113 reservoir 256 specifications 257 ...

Page 329: ...332 Service Station Information ...

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