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Manual Lincoln 2011 Town Car
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Tires, Wheels and Loading 146 Tire information 146 Tire inflation 148 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 161 Vehicle loading 166 Trailer towing 173 Recreational towing 176 Driving 177 Starting 177 Brakes 182 Traction Control™ 185 Air suspension 187 Transmission operation 189 Roadside Emergencies...
Maintenance and Specifications 233 Engine compartment 235 Engine oil 237 Battery 240 Engine coolant 242 Fuel information 248 Air filter(s) 263 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 268 Engine data 271 Accessories 274 Ford Extended Service Plan 276 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 280 Normal s...
CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Lincoln. Please take the time toget well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. Themore you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater thesafety and pleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford M...
Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempting adjustmentof any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part inprotecting the environment. Correctvehicle usage and the authorizedd...
WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that you use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may takeyour focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle.We recommend aga...
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based P...
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make ...
WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possiblycausing a fire. Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmom...
Low tire pressure warning (ifequipped): Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the lightremains on at start up or whiledriving, the tire pressure should bechecked. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light will ...
GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Refer to the Message center in this chapter to change your display to a digitalspeedometer. The digital display ismore accurate than the analoggauge and may not match. Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At n...
Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is leftin the fuel tank (when the ignitionis in the on position). The fuelgauge may vary slightly when thevehicle is in motion or on a grade. The arrow near the fuel pump iconindicates which side of the vehiclethe fuel filler door is located. Refer t...
4. The compass is now calibrated. OIL LIFE START VALUE PRESS SELECT TO CHANGE Press SELECT to change the oil life start value. OIL LIFE START VALUESET TO XXX% will be displayed. To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change(approximately 7,500 miles [12,000 km] or six months), per...
TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT — Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use (Note: this includesthe use of the optional full-sized matching spare tire and wheel). Formore information on how the system operates under these conditions,refer to Tire Pressure Monit...
AUDIO SYSTEMSPremium AM/FM Stereo Single CD/Cassette system WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that maytake their focus off the road. Your primary res...
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radioand Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) recommend that FM radiobroadcasters use RBDS technology to transmit information. FM radiostations are independently operated and individually elect to use RBDStechnology to transmit station ID ...
12. REW (Rewind): Press to rewind in tape or CD mode. FF (Fast forward): Press to fast forward in tape or CD mode. 13. SCAN: Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of radio stations,selections or CD tracks. Press againto stop. 14. SHUF (Shuffle): Press to play the tracks on the current CD inrandom orde...
Premium plus AM/FM Stereo In-dash Six CD sound system WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that maytake their focus off the road. Your primary responsib...
2. SEEK: Press to access the next/previous radio station or CDtrack. Press and hold toadvance/reverse in the current CD track. 3. TUNE/CAT: Press to manually go up or down the radio frequency. CAT is only available when equippedwith Satellite radio. Your vehicle may be equipped with Satellite readyc...
Press SEL-TEXT again to disable the feature when COMPRESS ON is displayed. When activated, the compression icon will illuminate inthe display. Occupancy mode: (Available on Premium plus audios): Press MENU until occupancy mode appears in the display. Press SEL-TEXT to select ALL, DRIVER or REAR SEAT...
12. LOAD: Press to load a CD. When the system prompts you,select a preset to load a CD in thatparticular slot. Load the CD. If you do not pick a slot, the system willselect the next available slot. Available slots are indicated by smallflashing indicators in the display. Press and hold to autoload u...
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies: AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio andTelecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM - 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM- 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Radio reception factor...
CD/CD player care: Do: • Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. • Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleanerand wipe from the center out. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periodsof time. • Clean using a circul...
DUAL ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL(DEATC) SYSTEM 1. A/C control: Cools the vehicle and is used to reduce humidity inthe vehicle. Press to turn on/off.The A/C control engages automatically in AUTO, and modes. 2. Recirculation control: Cools the vehicle more quickly byrecirculating the cabi...
15. EXT: Displays the outside air temperature. It will remaindisplayed until the EXT control ispressed again. The externaltemperature will be most accurate when the vehicle has been moving fora period of time. 16. Temperature conversion: Press to switch between Fahrenheitand Celsius temperature on t...
REAR CONSOLE CLIMATE CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) • TEMP: Press to increase or decrease airflow temperature. • FAN: Press to increase or decrease the fan speed. REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is locatedon the instrument panel. Press the rear defroster control toclear the rear window of t...
HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps,license plate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Autolamp control The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the headlamp control....
6. Wait the desired amount of time for delay, then turn the headlampswitch to off. • At this point, the exterior lamps turn off and the time delay is set. High beams Push the lever toward theinstrument panel to activate. Pullthe lever toward you to deactivate. Flash-to-pass Pull toward you slightly ...
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel during headlightand parking lamp operation. • Rotate the thumbwheel from leftto right to brighten theinstrument panel. • Rotate the thumbwheel from rightto left to dim the instrumentpanel. During full daylight, the instrument p...
• (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters) • (2) Center height of lamp toground • (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters) • (4) Horizontal reference line 2. Measure the height of theheadlamp bulb center from theground and mark an 8 foot(2.4 meter) horizontal reference lineon the vertical wall or screen at thisheight (a piece of ma...
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the leftturn signal. • Push up to activate the right turnsignal. INTERIOR LAMPS Map/courtesy lamps To turn on the map lamps, press themap lamp control. Rear courtesy/reading lamps The courtesy lamp lights when: • the rocker control is pressed. • any door i...
Function Trade number Rear grab handle reading lamps 578 Door courtesy lamp 904 Glove compartment 194 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer. * For vehicles with HID lamps, see your authorized dealer for servic...
Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb:1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open thehood.2. Remove the three retainers on top of the radiator cover and the tworetainers in front of the radiator cover.3. Remove the three bolts for each headlamp.4. Press the reta...
1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the off position, then open thetrunk and remove the retainer. 2. Carefully pull the carpet away toexpose the lamp assembly hardware. 3. Remove the three nut and washerassemblies, then pull the lampassembly away from the vehicle. 4. Remove the bulb socket byrotat...
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Windshield washer: Press the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick pr...
TILT STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you. 2. Move the steering wheel up ordown until you find the desiredlocation. 3. Release the steering wheelrelease control. This will lock thesteering wheel in position. WARNING: Never adjust ...
CLOCK Press the right control to move thetime display forward. Press the left control to move thetime display backward. AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12V DC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insertany other object in the power outlet as this will damage theoutlet and blow the fus...
• do not leave battery chargers, video game adapters, computers andother devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked forextended periods. Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used. REAR CENTER CONSOLE FEATURES (IF EQUIPPED) The rear center console incorporates the fo...
Memory feature (if equipped) The power side view mirror positions are saved when doing a memoryset function and can be recalled along with the vehicle personalityfeatures when a memory position is selected through the remote entrytransmitter, keyless entry keypad or memory switch on the driver’s doo...
POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedalshould only be adjusted when thevehicle is stopped and the gearshiftlever is in the P (Park) position. Press and hold the rocker control toadjust accelerator and brake pedal. • Press the bottom of the control toadjust the peda...
To erase programming on the Car2U 威 system (individual buttons cannot be erased), use the following procedure: 1. Firmly press the two outsideCar2U 威 system buttons simultaneously for approximately20 seconds until the indicator lightsbegin to blink rapidly. The indicatorlights are located directly a...
INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL The remote trunk release control islocated on the driver’s door trimpanel and can be operated at anytime except when your perimeteralarm system is armed. If your vehicle is equipped with apower trunk, press the button onceto open the trunk, press it again toclose. You can rend...
Fuel filler door override release If the remote release is inoperative,open the trunk, then pull theoverride release handle locatedinside the trunk to open the fuelfiller door. Driver Controls 71 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)
KEYS Your vehicle is equipped with a master key and a valet (identified withthe word VALET) key lock system. • The master key will access the vehicle’s doors, trunk, glove box,ignition and remote trunk release. • The valet key will access doors and ignition only. Before using the valet key with an a...
Autolock This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the followingconditions are met: • all the doors are closed, • the engine is running, • you shift into gear, putting the vehicle in motion, and. • the vehicle’s speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h). Autorelock The autolock feature repe...
1. Turn the ignition to the onposition. 2. Press the power door unlockcontrol on the door panel threetimes. 3. Turn the ignition from the on tothe off position. 4. Press the power door unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to the on position. 6. The door locks will lock/unlock to con...
• Move control down to disengage childproof locks. INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartmentrelease handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults inthe event they become locked inside the luggage compartment. Adults ...
The remote entry system allows youto lock or unlock all vehicle doorswithout a key. Note: The remote entry features operate with theignition in any position except in theon position, when the transmissionis in any gear other than P (Park)or N (Neutral). If there are problems with theremote entry sys...
Memory seat/mirrors/adjustable pedals feature (if equipped) The remote keyless entry system can also control the memoryseats/mirrors/adjustable pedals feature. With this feature, the first twoprogrammed transmitters will recall a different memory position. Press once to unlock the driver’s door and ...
To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the remote entrytransmitter near the key ring. DONOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVERAND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THEFRONT HOUSING OF THEREMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circu...
• any door is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after thelast door is closed, or after 10 minutes if the last door is left open. SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) You can use the keyless entrykeypad to: • lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key. • o...
Tips for setting codes: • Do not set a code that uses five of the same number. • Do not use five numbers in sequential order. Erasing personal codes 1. Enter the factory set 5–digit code. The keyless entry keypad andinterior lights will illuminate and the driver’s door will unlock. 2. Press and rele...
Immobilizer System PATS XCVR certification numbers Kuwait M.C/U.S.0 /5/7-12579 Mauritius TA/2005/15 Mayotte (F) Mexico RLVVIVP03-324 Morocco MR 1299 ANRT 2004 Netherlands Antilles (NL) Nicaragua NCG-CE-04-004 Northern Mariana Islands See USA Oman OMA/1265(A) 1308/2001 Puerto Rico See USA Qatar QTEL/...
Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an extra programmed keyaway from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent anyinconveniences. Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additionalspare or replacement keys. Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle...
Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions: • Unlock the doors by using the remote entry transmitter. • Unlock the doors using a valid code on the keypad. • Unlock the doors with the key in the key lock cylinder. • Turn the ignition to the on position. Locks and S...
SEATING Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with front row outboard head restraints that arevertically adjustable. WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and/or operate the vehicle, until the head res...
2. Simultaneously press and holdboth the adjust/release button andthe unlock/remove button, then pullup on the head restraint. To reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into theguide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint downuntil it locks. Properly a...
WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. To adjust the front seatback usingt...
WARNING: Ford Motor Company recommends that all front seat armrests should be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision to verify that the locking pin feature has not beendamaged. The front seat armrest must be replaced if either damage orimproper operation is found. Failure to replace a...
The indicator light will illuminate when the heated seats have beenactivated. Rear heated seats (if equipped) WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physicalconditi...
WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. Memory seats/outside rear view mirrors/adjustable pedals(if equipped) This system allows automaticpositioning of the driver seat,adjustable pedals, and outside rearview mirrors to two programmablepositions. The...
Driver’s seat position sensor The driver’s seat position sensor allows your Personal Safety System totailor the deployment level of the driver dual-stage airbag based on seatposition. The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sittingclose to the driver airbag by providing a lower airbag...
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the PersonalSafety System serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unlessserviced, the system may not function properly in the event of acollision. Safety restraints precautions WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright an...
WARNING: When possible, all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position. WARNING: Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a ...
Restraint of pregnant women WARNING: Always ride and drive with your seatback upright and the safety belt properly fastened. The lap portion of the safety belt should fit snug and be positioned low across the hips. Theshoulder portion of the safety belt should be positioned across thechest. Pregnant...
Shorten and fasten the belt whennot in use. Safety belt locking modes The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the vehicle arecombination lap and shoulder belts. The driver safety belt has the firstlocking mode and the front outboard passenger and rear seat safety beltshave both types of loc...
How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clickingsound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automa...
Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments for the driver and frontoutboard passenger. Adjust theheight of the shoulder belt so thebelt rests across the middle of yourshoulder. To lower the shoulder belt height,press the button and slide theheight adjuster dow...
Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the onposition... The safety belt warning lightilluminates 1-2 minutes and thewarning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The driver’s safety belt isbuckled while the indicatorlight is illuminat...
WARNING: Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt or insert a latchplate into the buckle to avoid the Belt-Minder 威 chime. To do so may adversely affect the performance of the vehicle’s airbagsystem. One-time disable If at any time the driver/front passenger quickly buckles then unbucklesthe safet...
1. Turn the ignition switch to the on position. DO NOT START THEENGINE. 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off (Approximately oneminute). • Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety beltwarning light turns off. 3. For the seating position being disabled, buckle then ...
Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and right front passengerfrom certain upper body injuries.Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly;there is a risk of injury from adeploying airbag. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, s...
Children and airbags Children must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rearseating positions than in the frontseating position. Failure to followthese instructions may increase therisk of injury in a collision. WARNING: Airb...
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work? The airbag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainslongitudinal deceleration sufficientto cause the sensors to close anelectrical circuit that initiates airbaginflation. The fact that the airbags did notinflate in a collision does n...
The SRS consists of the following items: • Driver and passenger airbag modules (which include the inflators andairbags) • safety belt pretensioners • Front passenger sensing system • “Passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp. Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this cha...
The front passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part ofthe front passenger’s seat and safety belt. The sensors are designed todetect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if thefront passenger’s frontal airbag should be enabled (may inflate) ordisabled (will not inf...
• Other passengers pushing or pulling on the seat • Rear passenger feet and knees resting or pushing on the seat The conditions listed above may cause the weight of a properly seatedoccupant to be incorrectly interpreted by the front passenger sensingsystem. The person in the front passenger seat ma...
WARNING: The front passenger airbag is not designed to offer protection to an occupant in the center seating position. WARNING: An out of position front center occupant could affect the decision of the front passenger sensing system. If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system toacc...
WARNING: Do not use accessory seat covers. The use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident. WARNING: Do not lean your head on the door. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. WARNING...
The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of thefront seats. In certain lateral collisions, the airbag on the side affected bythe collision will be inflated. The airbag was designed to inflate betweenthe door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection providedoccupa...
• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatperiodically until the problem and/or light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS servicedat your authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system maynot function properly in the ev...
Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommendedrestraint type Infants ortoddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) orless (generally age four or younger) Use a child safetyseat (sometimescalled an infantcarrier, convertibleseat, or toddler seat). Small...
Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children RestraintType Child Weight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor) LATCH(loweranchorsonly) Safetybeltandtoptetheranchor Safetybelt andLATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor) Safetybel...
WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, which may result in serious injury ordeath. WARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They can slide around and increase ...
Follow all the safety restraint and airbag precautions that apply to adultpassengers in your vehicle. If the child is the proper height, age, and weight (as specified by yourchild safety seat or booster manufacturer), fits the restraint and can berestrained properly, then restrain the child in the c...
10. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly move the seat forwardand back to make sure the seat issecurely held in place. To checkthis, grab the seat at the belt pathand attempt to move it side to sideand forward and back. There shouldbe no more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) ofmovement for proper insta...
Combining safety belt and LATCH lower anchors for attachingchild safety seats When used in combination, either the safety belt or the LATCH loweranchors may be attached first, provided a proper installation is achieved.Attach the tether strap afterward, if included with the child seat. Referto Recom...
Perform the following steps to install a child safety seat to the tetheranchor: 1. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, route the tether strap underthe head restraint and between the head restraint posts, otherwise routethe...
Child booster seats The belt-positioning booster (booster seat) is used to improve the fit ofthe vehicle safety belt. Children outgrow a typical child seat (e.g.,convertible or toddler seat) when they weigh about 40 lb (18 kg) and arearound four (4) years of age. Consult your child safety seat owner...
• High back booster seats If, with a backless booster seat,you cannot find a seating positionthat adequately supports yourchild’s head, a high back boosterseat would be a better choice. Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the...
If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized meshsold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve thiscondition. Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the boosterseat. Check with the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions. The importance of shoul...
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Tire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween tread shoulder andmaximum section width. Forexample: • Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality G...
WARNING: Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or “blowout”, with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increasedrisk of injury. Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rollingresistance, resulting in heat buildup a...
when you get to the pump. It is normal for tires to heat up and the airpressure inside to go up as you drive. 2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire, then firmly press the tiregauge onto the valve and measure the pressure. 3. Add enough air to reach the recommended air pressure. Note: If you o...
Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them if one or more of the following conditions exist: Tire wear When the tread is worn down to1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires mustbe replaced to help pre...
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. Thisinformation identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics ofthe tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identific...
WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautionslisted below. If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressureindicated, re-lubricate and try again.When inflating the ...
• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking WARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to fiveseconds. WARNING: Do not spin th...
• Rear-wheel drive (RWD)vehicles/Four-wheel drive(4WD)/All-wheel drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tir...
Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (Note thatthe tire size, load index and speedrating for your vehicle may bedifferent from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tir...
Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law. Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h) M 81 mph (130 km/h) N 87 mph (140 km/h) Q 99 mph (159 km/h) R 106 mph (171 km/h) S 112 mph (180 km/h) T 118 mph (190 km/h) U 124 mph (200 km/h) H 130 mph (210 km/h)...
11. Maximum Load: Indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire. Refer to the Safety ComplianceCertification Label, which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of thedriver’s door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 12. Treadwear, Traction and Tempe...
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires “LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below. Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire a...
Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different fromthis example. Tire Quality Grades donot apply ...
The tire pressure monitoring system complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that...
Understanding your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) The tire pressure monitoring system measures pressure in your four roadtires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle. The low tirewarning lamp will turn on if the tire pressure is significantly low. Oncethe light is illuminated, ...
When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the tire pressure monitoring system is to warn youwhen your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system isno longer capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to thefollowing chart for information conc...
Low tirepressurewarning light Possiblecause Customer action required Flashing warninglight Spare tire inuse Your temporary spare tire is in use.(This includes the optional full-sizedmatching wheel and tire). Repair thedamaged road wheel and re-mount iton the vehicle to restore systemfunctionality. F...
repair as necessary.) Check air pressure in the road tires. If any tire isunder-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location whereair can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommendedinflation pressure. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS WARNING: Snow tires must be the same siz...
Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loadweight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb wei...
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Labellocated on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The totalload on each axle must never exceed its GAWR....
• Example only: WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structuraldamage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personalinjury. Tires, Wheels and Lo...
GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer. GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo andpassengers – that the vehicle can handle without r...
Steps for determining the correct load limit: 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargoshould never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that willbe riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combin...
calculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 99 kg) - (12 x 45 kg) = 635 - 198 -540 = -103 kg. You will need to reduce the load weight by at least240 lb. (104 kg). If you remove 3-100 lb. (45 kg) cement bags, thenthe load calculation would be: 1,400 - (2 x 220) - (9 x 100) = 1,400 - 440 - 900 = 60 lb. Now yo...
Safety chains Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainersof the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cross thechains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agen...
Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require morefrequent service intervals. Refer to Special operating conditions in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide chapter. Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing-up before starting on a trip toget ...
Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components: • Causing internal damage to the components. • Affecting driveability, emissions and reliability. Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged inwater. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or ...
STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— shuts off the engine and allaccessories/locks the gearshift leverand allows key removal. 2. Accessory— allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 3. On— all electrical circuitsoperational. Warning lightsillu...
You may experience a decrease in peak performance when the engine iscold when operating on E 85 ethanol. Do not crank the engine for more than 10 seconds at a time as starterdamage may occur. If the engine fails to start, turn the key to off andwait 30 seconds before trying again. Do not use startin...
• The anti-lock system does not reduce stopping distance. Always leaveenough room between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you tostop. • We recommend that you familiarize yourself with this brakingtechnique. However, avoid taking any unnecessary risks. ABS warning lamp The ABS warning lamp i...
WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle.However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brak...
During traction control operation,the traction control active light willilluminate, you may hear an electricmotor type of sound coming fromthe engine compartment and theengine will not “rev-up” when you press farther on the accelerator. Thisis normal system behavior and should be no reason for conce...
The air suspension shut-off switch islocated on the left side of the trunk.If this switch is in the off position,the rear air suspension will notoperate. WARNING: On vehicles equipped with air suspension, turn off the airsuspension switch prior to jacking,hoisting or towing your vehicle. Normal vehi...
2. Locate the access plug on theunderside of the steering columncover. 3. Remove the access plug using aflat head screwdriver, then pressand hold the override button using aflat head screwdriver. With the keyin the on position, apply the brakepedal and shift the transmission intoN (Neutral) while co...
2 (Second) This position allows for second gear only. • Provides engine braking. • Use to start-up on slippery roads. • To return to (Overdrive), move the gearshift lever into the (Overdrive) position. • Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission todownshift to second gear at ...
DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth isnot known. Never drive throughwater that is higher than the bottomof the wheel rims (for cars) or thebottom of the hubs (for trucks). When driving through water, traction or ...
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. Thisprogram is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The serviceis available: • 24-hours, seven days a week • for the...
Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. In Canada, the card isfound in the Warranty Guide in the glove compartment. U.S. Ford, Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers who require RoadsideAssistance, call 1-800-241-3673. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1-800-665-2006. If...
The fuel pump shut-off switch is located on a bracket inside of theluggage compartment. Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch. 1. Turn the ignition to the off position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switc...
Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet Violet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A Tan Tan — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow ...
The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 10A Starter relay coil 2 10A Restraint control module (RCM),Occupant classification sensor(OCS), Passenger airbagdeactivation indicator (PADI) 3 10A Audio 4 10A Back-up lamps, Anti-lock brakesystem (ABS) 5 7.5A ...
Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 8 10A Power decklid module (PDM),Overdrive cancel switch, Cluster,Compass module, LCM, Tractioncontrol switch 9 7.5A Door lock switch illumination,Heated seat switch illumination,Electrochromatic mirror 10 15A Hazards 11 15A Turn signal 12 15A A...
Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 26 15A LCM (Park lamps, corneringlamps, license lamps) 27 — Not used 28 7.5A Brake signal, LCM (BTSI), ABS 29 — Not used 30 — Not used 31 5A LCM (Key in) 32 7.5A Delay accessory (audio) 33 — Not used K101 — Delayed accessory Power distribution b...
Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 201 Micro relay A/C clutch 202 — Not used 203 Micro relay Ignition coil 204 Micro relay PCM 205 — Not used 206 Micro relay Fuel 207 — Not used 208 — Not used 209 Micro relay Horn 301 Mini relay Starter 302 Mini relay RASM (Air compressor) 303 Mi...
tire with a road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing ofthe flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor fordamage. WARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and should not be used. However, if you must use a sealant,...
• Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar sparetire • Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheellocation can lead to im...
Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel andseek service as soon as possible. Full-size matching spare tire/wheel information This spare tire/wheel will match the road tire/wheel. When driving withthe full size matching spare tire/wheel, do not exceed 70 mph(113 km/h). It ...
3. Remove the jack. The jack islocated in the trunk, (in a holderbracket), on the right-hand side,next to the wheel well. WARNING: On vehicles equipped with air suspension, turn off the airsuspension switch prior to jacking,hoisting or towing your vehicle. Refer to Air suspension system in the Drivi...
Before placing the jack under the vehicle, NOTE the jack location markings: JACK LOCATION-FRONT The jack location markings can befound on the lower outer edge of the body. • Locate the jack locator mark (B- semi-circle ) on the body (C) near the tire you are changing,then place the jack (D) under th...
WARNING: To lessen risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your body underthe vehicle while changing a tire.Do not start the engine when yourvehicle is on the jack. The jack isONLY meant for changing the tire. • Never use the rear differentialas a jacking point. 4. Remove the lug nuts with t...
considered normal and will not affect function or durability of thetransmission. Over time, the adaptive learning process will fully updatetransmission operation.1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle. 2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this coulddamage the vehic...
WARNING: Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of bothengines, or any fuel delivery system parts. ...
WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingb...
Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without accessto wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) yourvehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flattowed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: •...
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized dealer handlingyour vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend youreturn to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure yourcon...
In Canada: Mailing address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www.ford.ca Mailing address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oak...
BBB AUTO LINE applications can also be requested by calling the FordMotor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673. Note: Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modify procedures, or to discontinue this process at any timewithout notice and without obl...
WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft 威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can ...
• Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body(low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roofracks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowlarea. The paint sealant will “gray” or stain the parts over time. PAINT CHIPS Your authorized dealer...
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should becleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on thevehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may includehot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellen...
Regular cleaning and conditioning will maintain the appearance of theleather. Cleaning For dirt, use a vacuum cleaner then use a clean, damp cloth or softbrush. For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For morethorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap and water solu...
FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. Thesequality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to complement...
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer canprovide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide to find out wh...
OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under theinstrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the auxiliary latch that islocated in the grille. 3. Lift the hood until the liftcylinders hold it open. Maintenance and Specifications 234 2011 Town Ca...
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Engine oil dipstick (access behind air tube) 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Engine coolant ...
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specifications. Do not use anyspecial washer fluid such aswindshield water repellent type fluidor bug wash. They may causesque...
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper blade and armaway from the glass. Turn the bladeas much as possible to gain accessto the lock tab (A). Using a skinnytool, press the lock tab to releasethe blade from the arm loop andpull the blade from the arm. 2. Attach the new blade to the armloop and p...
5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level dipstick. 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is within this range, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the...
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above thenormal operating range on the engine oil level dipstick. 4. Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated. 5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwiseuntil three clicks can be heard. To a...
that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-upengine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft 威 oil filter or another with equivalent performance for your engine application. BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft 威 mai...
WARNING: When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle orbattery. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands onopposite corners. WARNING: Keep batteri...
If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery isreconnected. • Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling ...
When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the FULL COLD level, or within theCOLD FILL or MIN / MAX range as listed on the engine coolantreservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for serv...
WARNING: Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. WARNING: Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container. If sprayed on the...
Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system byfollowing these steps: 1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool. 2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolantpressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).Slowly tur...
Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this section. Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –34°F [–36°C]): • It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentrationabove 50%. • NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. • A ...
WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problemincreases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to anauthorized dealer as soon as...
Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforefueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle beforefueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmfulor fatal if swallowed. Fuels such as gasoline and ethanol are highlytoxic an...
Refueling WARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; • Turn off your engine when you are refueling; • Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle; ...
At the next opportunity, safely pull off of the road, remove the fuel fillercap, align the cap properly and reinstall it. The check fuel caplight or CHECK FUEL CAP message may not reset immediately; it may take several driving cycles for the check fuel cap light or CHECK FUEL CAP message to turn off...
Note: Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause powertrain damage, a loss of vehicle performance, and repairs may notbe covered under warranty. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines toimprove air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing th...
“Premium” unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles designedto use “Regular” unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problemsto become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see yourauthorized dealer. FFV engines If you experience starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability probl...
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, thedriver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently aspossible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings areNOT accurate as a measure of fuel eco...
2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (ingallons or liters). 3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and recordthe current odometer reading. 4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometerreading. 5. Follow one of the simple cal...
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and acatalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply withapplicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalyticconverter and other emission control components continue to workproper...
equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could preventyou from getting a vehicle registration. Your vehicle may not pass the I/Mtest if the service engine soon indicator is on or not working properly (bulb is burned out), or if the OBD-II system has determinedthat some of the emiss...
3. Turn the engine off. 4. Check the fluid level in thereservoir. It should be between theMIN and MAX lines. Do not addfluid if the level is in this range. 5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checkingthe level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Bes...
The transmission fluid should be inthis range if at ambient temperature(50°F-95°F [10°C-35°C]). High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe rangemay result in transmission failure.An overfill condition of transmissionfluid may cause shift and/orengagement concerns and/orpossible damage. High fluid ...
Cooling system • Protect against freezing temperatures. • When removing vehicle from storage, check coolant fluid level.Confirm there are no cooling system leaks, and fluid is at therecommended level. Battery • Check and recharge as necessary. Keep connections clean. • If storing your vehicle for mo...
• If the battery was removed, clean the battery cable ends and inspect. If you have any concerns or issues, contact your authorized dealer. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 4.6L V8 engine Air filter element FA-1032 Fuel filter FG-986B Battery-standard BXT-65-650 Battery-heavy duty 1 BXT-65-750 Oil ...
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR) / RestraintDevices and their location 3. Make, vehicle line, series, bodytype 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant ...
LINCOLN CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Lincoln Custom Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Lincoln or Ford of Canada dealer. Thesequality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to comple...
FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY) More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discoveredthe powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service planbacked by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty cove...
FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY) You can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a FordExtended Service Plan (ESP). Ford ESP is the only service contractbacked by Ford Motor Company. Depending on the plan you purchase,Ford ESP provides benefits such as: • Rental reimbursement...
Ford strongly recommends the use of genuine Ford replacement parts.Parts other than Ford, Motorcraft 威 or Ford-authorized remanufactured parts that are used for maintenance replacement or for the service ofcomponents affecting emission control must be equivalent to genuineFord Motor Company parts in...
Factory-trained technicians Ford and Lincoln Mercury service technicians participate in extensivefactory-sponsored certification training to help them become experts onthe operation of your vehicle. Ask your dealership about the training andcertification their technicians have received. Genuine Ford...
Multi-point inspection In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have thesystems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identifypotential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Companyrecommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at everyschedule...
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG The following section contains the “Normal Schedule”. This schedule ispresented at specific mileage (kilometer) intervals with exceptionsnoted. Scheduled Maintenance Guide 286 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)
Every 15,000 miles(24,000 km) Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Every 30,000 miles(48,000 km) Replace climate-controlled seat filter(if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter (Crown Victoria, GrandMarquis and Town Car) Every 105,000 miles(168,000 km) Change engine coolant 1 Rep...
Maintenance schedule log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ...
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding Special Operating Conditions listed below, you will need to have some items maintained more frequently. If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not...
Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery Inspect frequently, service as required – Replace cabin air filter (if equipped). – Replace engine air filter. Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) – Inspect brake system.– In...
Crown Victoria police interceptor & taxi, and Executive Series Town Car equipped with engine idle hour meter Inspect frequently, service as required – Replace cabin air filter (if equipped). Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) – Inspect brake system.– Inspect wheels and related components for abnormaln...
ENGINE IDLE HOUR METER (IF EQUIPPED): Your vehicle may be equipped with an idle meter to indicate how muchtime the vehicle is idling in P (Park) or N (Neutral). The meter isincorporated with the vehicle odometer. Depressing the odometer-resetbutton once will display the trip odometer (miles [km] fol...
Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Inspect frequently, service as required – Replace cabin air filter (if equipped). – Replace engine air filter. Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) – Inspect wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.– Rotate tires, ...
Special operating condition log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D A...
EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. Theyare listed below: Normal vehicle axle maintenance ❑ Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-designaxles are lubricated for life. These lubricants...
COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Engine coolant ❑ 6 years or 105,000 miles (168,000 km) - change coolant (whichever comes first). ❑ After initial change - change coolant every 3 years or 45,000 miles (72,000 km). Scheduled Maintenance Guide 301 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)
Engine coolant change log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M...
A ABS (see Brakes) .....................183 Accessory delay ..........................57 Air cleaner filter .......263–264, 267 Air suspension ...........................187 description ..............................187 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ........................114–115, 124 and chi...
tire grades ...............................147treadwear ........................146, 151 Towing .......................................173 recreational towing .................176trailer towing ..........................173wrecker ....................................215 Traction control ...............
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