Ford 1999 Crown Victoria- User Manual

Check engine Your vehicle is equipped with acomputer that monitors the engine’semission control system. This systemis commonly known as the On BoardDiagnostics System (OBD II). ThisOBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehiclecontinues to meet government emission standards. Th...

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperaturescould damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Air bag readiness Momentarily illuminates when theignition is turned ON. If the lightfails to illuminat...

Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turnsignal or the hazard lights are turnedon. If one or both of the indicatorsstay on continuously or flash faster,check for a burned-out turn signalbulb. Refer to Exterior bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter. High beams Illuminates when the high ...

Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine isrunning or hot. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. If light stays on or continues to turn on after the vehicle warms up, have yourvehicle serviced. This light also illuminates briefly when the ignition key is turned t...

Optional instrument cluster gauges Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (when the keyis in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicleis in motion. The ignition should be in the OFF position while the vehicleis being refueled. When the gauge fir...

• Optional instrument cluster This shows the approximate amountof fuel in the fuel tank in wholenumbers (liters or gallons). If yourtank is full or nearly full, the displaywill be “F”. If your tank is empty ornearly empty, the display will be“E”. Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. • St...

Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. • Standard instrument cluster • Optional instrument cluster Refer to Electronic Message Center for information on how to switch the display from metric to English measurements. Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) ofindividual...

Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle remains within the normal area (the areabetween the “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine isoverheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch o...

Battery voltage gauge (if equipped) This gauge shows the batteryvoltage when the ignition is in theON position. If the pointer movesand stays outside the normaloperating range (as indicated), havethe vehicle’s electrical systemchecked as soon as possible. Engine oil pressure gauge (if equipped) This...

• see when overdrive has been deactivated • monitor the average fuel economy • check the distance traveled during a trip on either Trip A or Trip B • monitor the average speed Selectable features Reset Press this control to reset theselected message center function tozero. The only functions which c...

1. Push either the right or left side of the SELECT control to choose thedesired function. 2. Press the RESET control and theselected message center functionwill be reset to zero. Message center functions DIST TO EMPTY (DTE) This function estimatesapproximately how far you can drivewith the fuel rem...

If “CO” or “CS” is displayed, there is a problem with the fuel indicationsystem and you should contact your dealer for service as soon aspossible. AVG ECON (average fuel economy) Select this function to display youraverage fuel economy in liters/100km or miles/gallon. If you calculate your average f...

To reset either trip feature to zero,press the RESET control while theappropriate trip distance feature(TRIP A or TRIP B) is displayed. AVG SPEED (average speed) Select this function to display youraverage speed in miles per hour orkilometers per hour. Your vehicle must be moving tocalculate your av...

Door ajar Illuminates when one of the doors isnot completely shut and the ignitionis turned to ON. With the ignitionON, this light will flash five timesand sound a tone for one second,then remain on (if a door is open). Low washer fluid Momentarily illuminates when theignition is turned to ON and wi...

If the Traction Control y indicator comes on or stays lit, either: • the Traction Control y system needs service, or • the customer has disabled the system using the traction controlswitch. For more information, refer to the Driving chapter. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped) Momentarily ill...

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel during headlightand parklamp operation. • Push up to brighten. • Push down to dim. HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parkinglamps. Rotate to the second positionto also turn on the ...

Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the headlamp control. The autolamp system also keeps thelights on for a preselected period oftime after the ignition switch isturned to OFF. • To turn autol...

The defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when theignition is turned to the OFF position. To manually turn off the defrosterbefore ten minutes have passed, push the control again. CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Manual heating and air conditioning system (if equipped) Fan speed control Contro...

Under normal conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should beleft in any position other than MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle isparked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” through the outside air inletduct. • MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. MAX A/C is noisierthan NORM A...

Operating tips • In humid weather, select before driving. This will prevent your windshield from fogging. After a few minutes, select any desiredposition. • To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’t drive with theclimate control system in the OFF position. • Don’t put objects under the f...

Turning the EATC on Press AUTOMATIC, any of theoverride controls or the fan speedcontrol. The EATC will only operatewhen the ignition is in the ONposition. Turning the EATC off Press OFF. The OutsideTemperature function will continueto operate until the ignition isturned off. Automatic operation Pre...

To control the temperature, selectany temperature between 18°C(65°F) and 29°C (85°F) by pressingthe blue (cooler) or red (warmer)buttons. For continuous maximum cooling, push the blue button until 15°C(59°F) is shown in the display window. The EATC will continuemaximum cooling (disregarding the disp...

Fan speed ( ) When AUTOMATIC is pressed, fanspeed is adjusted automatically forexisting conditions. You can overridefan speed at any time. To controlfan speed manually, use thethumbwheel to cancel automatic fanspeed operation. Rotate thethumbwheel up for higher fan speedor down for lower fan speed. ...

Displaying outside temperature Press OUTSIDE TEMP to displaythe outside air temperature. It willbe displayed until OUTSIDE TEMPis pressed again. If the selected temperature is changed while the outside temperature isdisplayed, the new temperature will be displayed for four seconds after itis changed...

• Remove any snow, ice or leavesfrom the air intake area (at thebottom of the windshield). • If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hotweather, the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if youdrive for two or three minutes with the windows open. This will force...

USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM AM/FM Stereo Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audiosystem on or off. Turn the control to raise or lowervolume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when theignit...

Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns,indicating the station is held in memor...

Speaker fade adjust (if equipped) Speaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers. With the electronic AM/FM stereo,press the TONE control four times,then use the volume knob to adjustthe level. Setting the clock Press CLK to toggle betweenlistening frequencies and clockmode. To set ...

• to decrease minutes and • to increase minutes. The CLK control will allow you toswitch between media display mode(radio station, stereo information,etc.) and clock display mode (time).When in clock mode, the mediainformation will display for tenseconds, when the radio is turnedon, and then revert ...

Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audiosystem on or off. Turn the control to raise or lowervolume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when theignition switch is turned back on. AM/FM s...

Tune adjust The tune control works in radio mode. Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band(whether or not a listenablestation is located there). Hold thecontrol to move through thefrequencies quickly. • Press to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or ...

Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM or the FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns,indicating the station is held i...

Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can beadjusted between the right and leftspeakers. Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers. Tape select • To enter tape mode while in radiomode, press the TAPE AMScontrol. Automatic Music Search The Automat...

selection). The tape deck stops and returns to play mode when the AMScircuit senses a blank section on the tape. In order to ensure proper operation of the AMS feature, the tape MUSThave a blank section of at least 4 seconds duration between programs. Rewind The rewind control works in tapemode. To ...

Turn the control to raise or lowervolume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when theignition switch is turned back on. AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works inradio and CD modes. AM/FM select in...

Seek function The seek function control works in radio or CD mode. Seek function in radio mode • Press to find the next listenable station down thefrequency band. • Press to find the next listenable station up thefrequency band. Seek function in CD mode • Press to listen to the next selection. • Pre...

Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns,indicating the station is held in memor...

Tune adjust The tune control works in radio or CD mode (if equipped). Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band(whether or not a listenablestation is located there). Hold thecontrol to move through the frequencies quickly. • Press to move to the next frequency up ...

Seek function for CD changer (if equipped) • Press to seek to the previous track of the current disc. If aselection has been playing forthree seconds or more and youpress , the CD changer will replay that selection from the beginning. • Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc. Af...

Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns,indicating the station is held in memor...

Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem’s treble output. Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can beadjusted between the right and leftspeakers. Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers. Tape/CD...

Compression feature Compression adjust brings soft andloud CD passages together for amore consistent listening level. Press the COMP control to activateand deactivate compression adjust. Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CDmode and plays all tracks on thecurrent disc in random order. I...

Show • RDS sends information with theFM broadcast: station name,station type, and/or radio text. • With RDS activated, press theRDS control until SHOW isdisplayed. • Use the SEL control to select(program) TYPE, (station) NAMEor NONE (no text displayed). Mute mode Press the control to mute theplaying...

2. Press to eject the magazine. 3. Turn the magazine (A) over. 4. Using the disc holder releaseknob (C), pull the disc holder (B)out of the magazine. If you pull too hard on the disc holder, the disc holder may comecompletely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holderback into th...

5. Line up the CD with the grooveof the disc holder. Ensure that thelabel on the CD faces downwards. 6. Press in on the disc holder until itlocks securely into the magazine. Ifthe disc holders are not fully lockedinto the magazine, the unit will notoperate. Ensure that the disc holder isevenly inser...

• The disc is dusty or defective. • The player’s internal temperature is above 60°C (140°F). Allow theplayer to cool down before operating. • A disc with format and dimensions not within industry standards isinserted. Cleaning compact discs Inspect all discs for contamination before playing. If nece...

Radio frequency information The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radioand Telecommunications Commission(CRTC) establish the frequenciesAM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts. Allowable frequenciesare: AM 530, 540–1600, 1610 kHz FM 87.9, 88.1–107.1, 107.9 MHz Not all ...

POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,automatic transmission gearshiftlever and allows key removal. 3. OFF, shuts off the engine and allaccessories without locking thestee...

OVERDRIVE CONTROL Activating overdrive (Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy. The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts to second, third andfourth gear. Deactivating overdrive Press the Transmission ControlSwitch (TCS) located on the end ofthe gearshift lever. The...

Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neutral) with the speedcontrol on. To turn speed control off • Press OFF or • Turn off the vehicle ignition. Once speed control is switched off, the previously programmed set speedwill be erased. To set a speed • Press SET/SET ACC/SET ACCEL.For speed control ...

• Depress the brake pedal. Whenthe desired vehicle speed isreached, press SET/SET ACC/SET ACCEL. To disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal. Disengaging the speed control willnot erase the previouslyprogrammed set speed. Pressing OFF will erase thepreviously programmed set speed. COAST RES...

Programming 1. Prepare for programming theHomeLink t Universal Transceiver by erasing the three factory defaultcodes by holding down the twooutside buttons until the red lightbegins to flash after 20 seconds.Release both buttons. 2. Hold the end of your hand-heldtransmitter 5–14 cm (2–5 inches)away ...

3. Press and release theprogrammed HomeLink t button. Press and release the HomeLink t button a second time to complete the training process. (Some garagedoor openers may require thisprocedure to be done a third timeto complete the training). The 2nd or 3rd press from step 3 will activate the door. ...

AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle is equipped with an inside rear view mirror which has anauto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change fromthe normal state to the non-glare state when bright lights (glare) reachthe mirror. When the mirror dete...

Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which compass zoneyou are in by referring to the zonemap. 2. With the compass display turnedon, press and hold the COMP side ofthe control until the zone selectionnumber appears in the mirrordisplay window. 3. Release the COMP side of thecontrol, then press it do...

2. Press and hold the COMP side ofthe control for approximately sixseconds until “C” appears in themirror display. 3. Drive the vehicle slowly (lessthan 5 km/h [3 mph]) in circles oron your everyday routine until thedisplay reads a direction. 4. The compass is now calibrated. TRUNK REMOTE CONTROL Th...

• Press the bottom portion of therocker switch to open. Express down • Press AUTO and release quickly.The window will open fully.Depress again to stop windowoperation. Window lock The window lock feature allows onlythe driver to operate the powerwindows. To lock out all the window controlsexcept for...

POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) Press U to unlock all doors and L tolock all doors. POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS The power mirrors can be operated at any time. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select L to adjust the left mirroror R to adjust the right mirror. 2. Move the control in the directionyou wish to tilt...

Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock thedriver’s door. The interior lamps willilluminate. Press the control a second timewithin five seconds to unlock alldoors. Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors. The horn will chirp and theparklamps/taillamps will flash toconfirm the...

You must complete steps 1-7 within 30 seconds or the procedure willhave to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you mustwait 30 seconds. 1. Turn the ignition key to ON. 2. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 3. Turn the ignition key from ON to OFF. 4. Pr...

as your SecuriLock y key may cause vehicle starting problems. These objects and devices cannot damage the SecuriLock y key, but can cause a momentary problem if they are too close to the key when starting theengine. If a problem occurs, turn ignition off and restart the engine withall other objects ...

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM With the keyless entry keypad, youcan: • lock or unlock the vehicle doorswithout using the key. • open trunk • disable/enable horn chirp. • disable/enable autolock See also Remote entry system in this chapter for more information. Your vehicle has a factory-set 5–digit code that...

You can program up to three personal codes to unlock your vehicle.These codes do not replace the permanent code that the dealership gaveyou. Erasing personal code To erase all of the personal entry codes programmed to a vehicle: 1. Enter the factory-set code. 2. Press 1/2 within 5 seconds of step1. ...

Locking doors with the keyless entry system It is not necessary to enter the factory-set code prior to locking all doors.To lock the doors: 1. Press 7/8 and 9/0 at the sametime. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Controls and features 90

Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Using the manual recline function (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuringpeople in a collision or sudden stop. Alwa...

• Release the handle when the desired position has been reached. Adjusting the power front seats – door mounted controls The controls for the power seats are located on the inside of each frontdoor. Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving. Do not pile cargo higher than t...

Press to move the front portion ofthe seat cushion up or down. Press to move the rear portion ofthe seat cushion up or down. Adjusting the power seats – seat mounted controls Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving. The power seat controls are locatedon the side of the d...

Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is locatedon the outboard side of the seat. Press one side of the control toadjust firmness. Press the other side of the controlto adjust softness. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your se...

Automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt willstill retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. When to use the automatic locking mode • When a tight lap/shoulder fit is de...

• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clickingsound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic lockingmode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retractcompletely to disengage the automatic ...

Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignition switchis turned to the ON position... The safety belt warning lightilluminates for one to two minutesand the warning chime sounds forfour to eight seconds. The driver’s safety belt is buckledwhile the in...

Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the airbag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching thepedals comfortably. • Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees) from the uprightposition. Do not put anything on or over the air bag module. Placingobjec...

How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work? The air bag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainssufficient longitudinal decelerationsufficient to cause the sensors toclose an electrical circuit thatinitiates air bag inflation. The fact that the air bags did notinflate in a c...

Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do nottouch them after inflation. If the air bag is deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in acollision. The SRS c...

Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your localdealership or qualified technician. Air bags MUST BE disposed of byqualified personnel. SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly ...

Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended inyour vehicle. To improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts on children who haveoutgrown child safety seats, Ford recommends use of a belt-positioningbooster seat that is labelled as conforming to all Federal motor vehiclesafety standards...

Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions with thesafety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use thesafety seat properly, the child may be injured in a ...

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckle andpull up on the shoulder belt whilepushing down with your knee on thechild seat. 8. Allow the safety belt to retract toremove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly tilt the seat forwardand back to...

5. Push down on the child seat while pulling on the loose end of the lapbelt webbing to tighten the belt. 6. Before placing the child into the child seat, forcibly tilt the child seatfrom side to side and in forward direction to make sure that the seat isheld securely in place. If the child seat mov...

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the ignition system. This system meetsall Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirementsregulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerato...

2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 3. Make sure the parking brake isset. 4. Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park). 5. Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START). BRAKE HOOD 1 2 3 4 5 Starting 113

Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly. If a light fails toilluminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light ( ) will not illuminate. STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Turn the key to 5 (START)without pressing the acceleratorpedal and release as soon as ...

2. If the temperature is above –12°C (10°F) and the engine does notstart within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait tenseconds and try again. 3. If the temperature is below -12°C (10°F) and the engine does notstart in fifteen seconds on the first try, turn the key OFF and wait t...

Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide is present in exhaustfumes. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects. If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle,have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you ...

BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduledmaintenance guide for scheduled maintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate aperformance concern with the vehicle’s brake system. In normaloperation, automotive brake systems may emit occasional or int...

ABS warning lamp The ABS warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is off. If the light does notilluminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, theABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lockbr...

The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned ON) until theparking brake is fully released. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle. Th...

The traction control indicatorflashes during a Traction Control y system event. If the traction control indicatorcomes on and stays lit, either: • the Traction Control y system requires service, or • the customer has disabled thesystem using the traction control switch located on the left side of th...

Speed sensitive steering The steering in your vehicle is speed sensitive. At high speeds, steeringassist will decrease to improve steering feel. At lower speeds,maneuverability will be increased. If the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes at aconstant vehicle speed, have the powe...

TRANSMISSION OPERATION Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that preventsthe gearshift from being moved from P (Park) unless the brake pedal isdepressed. If you cannot move the gearshift out of P (Park) with the brake pedaldepressed: 1. Apply the parkin...

Driving with a 4–speed automatic transmission Understanding gearshift positions Pull the gearshift lever towards you and downward to move theautomatic gearshift. Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift leverfrom P (Park) to another position. If you do not hold the brake pedal down, yo...

Overdrive The normal driving position for thebest fuel economy. Transmissionoperates in gears one through four. Overdrive can be deactivated bypressing the transmission controlswitch on the gearshift lever. The transmission control indicatorlight (TCIL) will illuminate on theinstrument cluster. Driv...

• GCW (Gross Combined Weight) : The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including passengers and cargo) and the trailer. • GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) : Maximum combined weight of the towing vehicle (including passengers and cargo) and thetrailer. The GCWR indicates the maximum loaded wei...

Always ensure that the weight of passengers, cargo and equipment beingcarried is within the weight limitations that have been established foryour vehicle including both Gross Vehicle Weight and Front and RearGross Axle Weight Rating limits. Under no circumstance should theselimitations be exceeded. ...

If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agencygives to you. Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type brakes are safe ifinstalled properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’s specifications. Thetrailer br...

Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up in an area before starting ona trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning,make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and otherobstacles. • Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached....

HAZARD FLASHER Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown,approaching danger, etc. The hazard flashers can be operated when theignition is off. • The hazard lights control islocated on top of the steeringcolumn. • Depress hazard lights control toactivate all hazard flasherssimulta...

The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated on the left side of the trunkbehind the trunk liner. 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 ...

Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperagerating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire. Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse Rating Mini Fuses Standard Fuses Maxi Fuses Cartridge Maxi Fuses Fuse Link Cartridg...

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 1 15A Brake Pedal Position (BPP) Switch,Multi-Function Switch, Speed Control 2 30A Wiper Control Module, Windshield WiperMotor 3 — Not Used 4 15A Lighting Control Module, Main Light Switch 5 15A Backup Lamps, Variable As...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 9 30A Blower Motor, A/C-Heater Mode Switch 10 10A Air Bag Module 11 5A Radio 12 18A CB Lighting Control Module, Flash-to-Pass,Main Light Switch 13 15A Warning Lamps, Analog Cluster Gauges andIndicators, Electronic AutomaticTransmission, Lighting Contro...

When driving with the temporary spare tire do not: • exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) under any circumstances • load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on theSafety Compliance Label • tow a trailer • use tire chains • drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle’s reducedgro...

To lessen the risk ofpersonal injury, do not put any part of your body under thevehicle while changing a tire. Donot 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. 7. Remove the lug nuts with the lug...

Removing the anti-theft lug nut 1. Insert the key over the locking lug nut. Make sure you hold the keysquare to the lug nut. If you hold the key at an angle, you could damagethe key and the lug nut. 2. Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and apply pressure onthe key with the wrench. 3. Tur...

3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehiclemaking sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other movingparts. 4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion beforeyou attach th...

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarburetor/fuel injection system. The preferred locations of an exposed...

Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for afurther three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the jumpe...

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of thedisabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cablesremoved, allow it to idle for several minutes so the...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has notapproved a ...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation. • We provide a Scheduled Maintenance Guide which makes trackingroutine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can providenec...

Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and donot remove it while the engine is running. 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 under the fron...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.6L SOHC V8 engine 1. Brake fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Battery 9. Automatic transmission...

ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervalsfor checking the engine oil . 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into theoil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure ...

• If the oil level is below the MINmark, add enough oil to raise thelevel within the MIN-MAX range. • Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil ...

Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, oil treatments or enginetreatments. They are unnecessary and could, under certain conditions,lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty. Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedulelisted in the Scheduled Maint...

If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3, you will causepermanent damage to your brakes. Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run dry. Thismay cause the brakes to fail. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Checking and adding washer fluid Check the washer fluid wheneveryou stop for fuel. The reserv...

maintenance, refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine coolant,antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function andvehicle location. Adding engine coolant Do not put engine coolant in the container for the wind...

Change your engine coolant according to the appropriate schedule listedin the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant E2FZ-19549–AA (in Oregon,F5FZ-19549–CC, in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-10) or an equivalentpremium engine coolant that meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44–A. DO NOT U...

What you should know about fail-safe cooling If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle tobe driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred.The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle loadand terrain. How fail-safe cooling work...

When this occurs the vehicle will still operate, however: • the engine power will be limited. • the air conditioning system will be disabled. Continued operation will increase the engine temperature: • the symbol will begin to flash. • if your vehicle is equipped with digital gauges, the gauge bars ...

Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain anaccurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is at normal operatingtemperature (approximately 30 km [20 miles]). If your vehicle has beenoperated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic during hotweather or pulling a tr...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice. However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check thebattery electrolyte level. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide forthe service ...

When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on theend walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery.Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on oppositecorners. Keep batteries out of reach of ...

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling centerto find out more about recyclingautomotive batteries. WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check the wiper blades at least twice a year or when they seem l...

Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heatwhen tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratorytest wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material o...

Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wearband is visible through the tiretreads. When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, orbias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the Certification Label. Make sure that all tires are the same size, speedrating, and...

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires youcurrently have on your vehicle. The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction inrain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snowtires and chains. If you need to use chains, it i...

splashed on the skin, promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap andwater. Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adversereaction. Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a one-eighth turnon/off feature. When fueling your vehicle: 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Ca...

Cleaner air Ford approves the use of gasolines to improve air quality, includingreformulated gasolines that contain oxygenates up to 10% ethanol or15% MTBE. Running out of fuel Avoid running out fuel because this situation may have an adverse affecton powertrain components. If you have run out of fu...

the Indicated Capacity and the Empty Reserve combined. IndicatedCapacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tankwhen the fuel gauge indicates empty. Empty Reserve is the small amountof usable fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicatesempty. The amount of...

economy. Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter willshow how temperature impacts fuel economy. In general, lowertemperatures give lower fuel economy. Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to changea number...

• Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Lubricant Specifications. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow therecommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checksfound in your vehicle Scheduled Maintenance Guide. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer m...

Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test ofthe on-board diagnostics system. If your “Check Engine/Service EngineSoon” light is on, refer to the description in the Warning Lights and Chimes section of the Instrumentation ...

Replacing headlamp bulbs Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out ofchildren’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 tobreak the next time the headlamps are operated. To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make su...

2. Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base until it contacts therear of the socket by rotating it clockwise until you feel a “stop.” 3. Connect the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base untilit snaps, locking it into position. 4. Install the protective cover over headl...

High-mount brakelamp bulbs 1. Open trunk. 2. Inside trunk, locate access holeunder the rear window 3. Remove the bulb socket byrotating it 45 degrees and pulling itout of the lamp assembly. 4. Carefully pull bulb straight out ofsocket and push in new bulb. 5. To complete installation, followthe remo...

Washing your vehicle Wash your vehicle regularly withcold or lukewarm water. Never usestrong detergents or soap. If yourvehicle is particularly dirty, use aquality car wash detergent. Alwaysuse a clean sponge, washing gloveor similar device and plenty of waterfor best results. To avoid spots,avoid w...

Cleaning the wheels Wash with the same detergent as the body of your vehicle. Do not useacid-based or alcohol-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuel or strongdetergents. Never use abrasives that will damage the finish of specialwheel surfaces. Use a tar remover to remove grease and tar. The brushes ...

• Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage. Cleaning plastic exterior parts Use vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning. Clean with a tar remover ifnecessary. Do ...

Cleaning the interior fabric Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner.Remove fresh spots immediately. Do not use household or glass cleaners.These agents can stain and discolor the fabric. Use a mild soap andwater solution if necessary. Cleaning and maintaining the safety be...

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 4.6L SOHC V8 engine Air filter element FA-1668 Fuel filter FG-986B Battery (standard) BXT-59 Battery (optional) BXT-65-650 Oil filter FL-820-S PCV valve EV-98 Spark plugs* AWSF-32P * Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for sparkplug gap infor...

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford offers acomplimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separatefrom the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the Basic warranty period (Canada) o...

Ford extended service plan You can get more protection for your new car or light truck bypurchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. Ford ESPis an optional service contract which is backed by Ford Motor Companyor Ford Motor Service Company (in the U.S.) and Ford of Canada (inCanada). ...

• the toll-free phone number of the DSB’s independent administrator Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company representative are asked tosubmit statements at this time. To properly review your case, the Board needs the following information: • legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair...

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living inCentral or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact thenearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot help you, write or call: FORD MOTOR COMPANYWORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS1555 Fairlane DriveFairlane Busi...

• The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian RadioTelecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobilecommunications systems - such as two-way radios, telephones andtheft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any suchequipment installed in your vehicle should c...

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect that could cause a crash, orcould cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform theNational Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration (NHTSA) in additionto notifying Ford Motor Company. If NHTSA receives similar compl...

Air bag supplementalrestraint system ........................101 and child safety seats ............102description ..............................101disposal ....................................105indicator light .........................104passenger air bag ...................103 Air conditioning au...

Radio ....34,35,36,37,38,39,40,41,42 43,44,45,46,47,48,49,50,5152,53,54,55,56,57,58,59,60 Relays .................................133,138Remote entry system ............81,84 illuminated entry ......................85locking/unlocking doors ...........82replacement/additionaltransmitters ..............

Recommended fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane Fuel tank capacity 71.9L (19.0 gallons) Engine oil capacity(includes filter change) 4.7L (5.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft5W30 Super Premium Motor Oil,Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G. Tire pressure and size Refer to the Certification Labellocated on the dri...