Ford 2002 Thunderbird- User Manual

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -No...

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 ...

If the light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first availableopportunity. Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalyticconverter. You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration anddeceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the fi...

level or a brake system malfunction and the brake system should beserviced immediately by a qualified technician. Refer to Brakes in the Driving chapter for more information. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) To confirm the anti-lock brakesystem (ABS) warning light isfunctional it will momentarilyillumin...

GAUGES Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of theengine coolant. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle remainswithin the normal area (the areabetween the “H” and “C”); if theneedle goes above the normal range,the engine is overheating. Stop thevehicle as soon as safely po...

Fuel gauge Displays approximately how muchfuel is in the fuel tank. The fuelgauge may vary slightly when thevehicle is in motion or on a grade. When refueling the vehicle from anempty indication, the amount of fuelthat can be added will be less thanthe advertised capacity due to thereserve fuel. Spe...

AUDIOPHILE AM/FM STEREO IN DASH SIX CD RADIO 1. Seek control 2. Rewind/Fast forward control3. DSP control4. Phone/mute control5. Eject control6. Bass/treble control7. Select control8. Balance/fade control9. Menu control 10. Radio preset controls 11. CD control 12. AM/FM control 13. ON/OFF and volume...

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

Scan function The scan function works in radio orCD mode. Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stationson the frequency band. Press the SCAN control again to stop the scanmode. Scan function in CD mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sa...

Starting autostore 1. Press and momentarily hold the AM/FM control. 2. AUTOSET will flash in the displayas the frequency band is scrolledthrough. 3. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored inmemory preset control 1 will start playing. If there are fewer than six strong station...

Display description Six circles are always lit in the digital display. These signify the six CDslots in the audio system. When a disc is loaded into a particular slot(1–6), the number inside that specific circle lights. If the circle is empty,there is no CD in that particular slot. Load The load fea...

Eject Press the EJ control to stop andeject a CD. You can choose whichCD will be ejected by pressing theEJ control and the desired preset number (1–6). For example, to ejectCD 2, press the EJ control and then press the preset 2 control. If you donot choose a specific CD, the player will eject the cu...

Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can beadjusted between the right and leftspeakers. Press the BAL control. Use the SELcontrol to adjust the sound betweenthe left and right speakers. Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers. Press the FADE c...

To disengage the feature, press the MENU control until TRAFFIC ONdisplays. Press the SEL control. The display will read TRAFFIC OFF. Traffic announcements are not available in most U.S. markets. Program type This feature allows you to search for RDS stations selectively by theirprogram type. Press t...

RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS Three factors can affect radio reception: • Distance/strength. The further an FM signal travels, the weaker it is. The listenable range of the average FM station is approximately 40 km(24 miles). This range can be affected by “signal modulation.” Signalmodulation is a process...

DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEM 1. A/C control 2. Windshield defrost control 3. Recirculated air control 4. Passenger temperature control 5. Rear defrost control 6. Heated wiper rest/windshield control 7. Windshield and floor control 8. Floor control 9. Panel and floor control 10. P...

Your vehicle is equipped with a Dual Automatic Temperature Control(DATC) system. The system will maintain a selected temperature andautomatically control air flow. You can override the automatic operation with any of the overridecontrols. The dual temperature zone feature allows the driver and front...

Turning the DATC system on, dual zone control Press the passenger temperature control to turn the DATC system on indual zone control. While in dual zone control, independent temperaturesare maintained for both the driver and passenger, and both settemperatures are displayed. Turning the system off P...

When in AUTO and weather conditions require heat, the DATC directsthe majority of the airflow to the floor area. The system will allow someairflow out of the defroster, demister outlets and outer instrument panelregisters in order to reduce window fogging. Additionally, if the engine isnot warm enou...

When in single zone control (onlydriver set temperature displayed),press and hold the AUTO control forapproximately two seconds toreturn the DATC system to dualzone control. Independent driverand passenger temperatures will bemaintained. The previous passengerset temperature and the currentdriver se...

Passenger side temperature selection To control the temperature, selectany temperature between 19° C(65° F) and 29° C (85° F) bypressing the temperature control onthe passenger side of the system. Temperature conversion Press the Fahrenheit/Celsius (°F °C)control to switch betweenFahrenheit and Cels...

When the fan is adjusted in the AUTO mode, the AUTO indicator willremain lit and the system will remain in auto operation. To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO. The fan icon and barswill disappear from the display, and the DATC system will return to fullautomatic operation. • A/C control...

very hot conditions. Recirculated air may also help to keep undesiredoutside odors from reaching the vehicle interior. It is recommended toallow the DATC system to automatically control the selection of outsideor recirculated air. The recirculation control cannot be selected in the defrost mode, asi...

The air conditioning compressor can operate in all modes except OFF.However, the air conditioning will only function if the outsidetemperature is about 2°C (35°F) or higher. Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the airduring operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the...

Electric window heaters (heated wiper rest) — Located at the base of the windshield, this feature heats the front glass area below the area heated by the frontdefroster where the windshield wipers sit in their parked position. Whenactivated, the feature keeps the wiper blades warm and reduces thecha...

temperatures will be displayed for 4 seconds. Following this, the outsidetemperature display will return to the window. The outside temperature reading is most accurate when the vehicle ismoving. Higher readings may be obtained when the vehicle is notmoving. The readings may not agree with temperatu...

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER Press the rear window defrostercontrol to clear the rear window ofthin ice or fog. The indicator willilluminate when the rear windowdefroster is selected. The ignition must be in the RUN position and the engine running inorder to operate the rear window defroster. The rear wind...

MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parkinglamps. Rotate to the second position toturn on the headlamps. Autolamp control The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the master lig...

Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or duringinclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provideadequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate yourheadlamps under these conditions may result in a coll...

HEADLAMP VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface approximately 7.6 meters (25 feet)from a vertical wall or screen directly in front of it. • (1) Eight feet • (2) Center height of lamp to ground • (3) Twenty five feet • (4) Horizontal reference line 2. Measure the height from t...

Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF position, then open the hood. 2. Pry up the two retainer pins torelease the headlamp assembly fromthe vehicle. 3. Remove the screw from the backof the headlamp and pull headlampforward. 4. Disconnect the elec...

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper controlto the desired interval, low or highspeed position. The ignition must bein the ACC or RUN position tooperate the windshield wiper. The bars of varying length are forintermittent wipers. When in thisposition rotate the control upward...

Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper arm away from thewindshield and lock into the serviceposition. 2. Turn the blade at an angle fromthe wiper arm. Push the lock pinmanually to release the blade andpull the wiper blade down towardthe windshield to remove it from ...

During easy exit operation, the column will move to the full in and upposition. When the key is inserted into the ignition switch, the columnwill return to the previous setting. When you remove the key, the columnwill move away. AUXILIARY POWER POINT The power point is an additionalpower source for ...

• Press the bottom portion of therocker switch to open. One touch down • Press AUTO completely down tothe second detent. The driver’swindow will open fully. Depressup to stop window operation. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, radio, and the convertibletop motor, may be used...

Proper operation of the short drop glass requires that the windows becalibrated. Though your windows will have been calibrated before your vehicle is delivered to you, it is possible for the windows tolose calibration. If a window loses its calibration, your short drop feature will lower the window,...

To turn speed control off • Press OFF or • Turn off the vehicle ignition. Once speed control is switched off,the previously programmed setspeed will be erased. To set a speed • Press SET+ / SET−. For speedcontrol to operate, the speedcontrol must be ON and thevehicle speed must be greaterthan 48 km/...

To disengage speed control • Press CANCEL, or • depress the brake pedal. Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmedset speed. Pressing OFF will erase thepreviously programmed set speed. Driver Controls 62

To return to a previously set speed • Press RESUME. For RESUME tooperate, the vehicle speed mustbe faster than 48 km/h (30 mph). Indicator light This light comes on when thevehicle speed control is engaged andactively controlling vehicle speed. STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS These controls allow you to ope...

In AM, FM1, or FM2 mode: • Press ⌬ or ⵜ to select preset stations within the selected radioband. In Tape mode: • Press ⌬ or ⵜ to select the next selection on the tape. In CD mode: • Press ⌬ or ⵜ to select the next selection on the CD. In any mode: • Press VOL + or − to adjustvolume. Press the PHONE/...

Do not lower the top when the top material is wet. If you raise and lower the convertible top several times in a row, themotor will heat up, causing the thermal circuit breaker to open so thatthe top will stop operating. The convertible top will operate again afterallowing the motor to cool several ...

1. Push boot rearward and engageboot under the upper back panel atthe rear and the quarter panel alongthe sides. 2. Fasten the snaps on boot to thequarter trim panel on both sides ofthe vehicle and at the center. 3. To remove unfasten the snaps. 4. Pull forward and lift off. Raising the convertible ...

2. Remove the tonneau cover and store it in the luggage compartment. 3. Push the two screws down intothe windscreen panel of yourvehicle. 4. Push the convertible topswitch, holding it until the topunfolds and moves forward towardthe windshield header. 5. Press the button on theconvertible top handle...

8. To fasten both clamps securely,push the clamp handles into theheader on the top until they areflush with the header. Pulling downon the header at the center gripwhile closing the latches may assistin fastening the clamps. Use the pullcups located on either side of theconvertible top handle. 9. Pu...

REMOVABLE TOP (IF EQUIPPED) For more information see the CD Rom included with this guide. Installing the removable top The front screw fittings must be checked to see that they arefirmly seated after driving a distance of approximately 50 to 60 km (30 to 40 miles). The removable top does not have th...

Once per year, apply a small amountof silicone lubricant,F5AZ–19553–AA, to the receivers asshown. The lubricant should besprayed directly into the hole toavoid contaminating the trim parts. 3. Lower the rear of the top intoposition so that the pins are placedinto the bracket receivers. 4. Position t...

Removing the top It is recommended that you prepare the storage rack before removingthe top. See Removable top storage rack in this section. 1. Take the mounting key from the bag located in the trunk. 2. Using the mounting key, loosenthe two screws at the front of thetop. The two screws remainundeta...

CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude: • Utility compartment • Cellular phone (if equipped) • Cupholders • Ash tray POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the driver floor mat so thatthe eyelet is over the pointed end ofthe retention post and rot...

KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in caseyou require it in an emergency. Refer to SecuriLock 娂 Passive Anti-Theft System for more information. POWER DOOR LOCK...

To open the luggage compartmentdoor (lid) from within the luggagecompartment, pull the illuminated“T” shaped handle and push up onthe trunk lid. The handle iscomposed of a material that willglow for hours in darkness followingbrief exposure to ambient light. The “T” shaped handle will belocated eith...

Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock thedriver door and disarm theperimeter alarm (if armed). Theinterior lamps will illuminate. Press the control a second timewithin three seconds to unlock allthe doors. Opening the trunk Press this control to open the trunk. Be certain the trunk is clo...

Relock The autolock feature repeats when: • the passenger’s door is opened then closed while the engine isrunning, and • you put the vehicle in motion. Deactivating/activating the autolock/relock feature Before following the procedure, make sure that the ignition is OFF andall vehicle doors are clos...

• When the ignition is in the ON position, the indicator will glow for 3seconds to indicate normal system functionality. If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock 娂 system, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the ON position. If thisoccurs, the vehicle should be t...

problem occurs, turn ignition OFF and restart the engine with all otherobjects on the key ring held away from the ignition key. Check to makesure the coded key is an approved Ford coded key. If your keys are lost or stolen you will need to do the following: • Use your spare key to start the vehicle....

3. Within ten seconds of turning the ignition to 1 (LOCK), insert thesecond previously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from 1 (LOCK) to 4 (RUN) (maintain ignition in 4 (RUN) for atleast one second but no more than ten seconds). 4. Turn the ignition to 1 (LOCK) and remove...

Arming the system When armed, the perimeter alarm will help protect your vehicle fromunauthorized entry. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system willflash the turn signal lamps and the theft indicator lamp and will soundthe horn. The system is ready to arm whenever the key is out of the ignition....

SEATING Adjustable head restraints (if equipped) Your vehicle’s seats may be equipped with head restraints which arevertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limithead motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your headrestraints, lift the head restrain...

Using the manual lumbar support The lumbar control is located on thefront of the driver’s seat cushion. Turn to adjust lumbar support. Using the manual recline function (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving. The driver and passenger seat must be in the up...

The driver and passenger seat must be in the upright positionand the lap belt must be snug and low across the hips while the vehicle is moving. Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. The se...

The driver and passenger seat must be in the upright positionand the lap belt must be snug and low across the hips while the vehicle is moving. Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. The co...

It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside oroutside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people toride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats andsafety belts. Be sure everyone i...

1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until you hear a snap and feelit latch. Make sure the tongue issecurely fastened in the buckle. 2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle. Energy Management...

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED ifthe seat belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checkedaccording to the procedures in Workshop Manual. Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly couldincrease the risk ...

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is extracted. • 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. In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt...

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED ifthe seat belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly. In addition, allseat belts should be checked for proper function. Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increaseth...

The purpose of the BeltMinder is to remind occasional wearers to wearsafety belts all of the time. The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:(All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rareevents” 36700 crashes occur every day. The more...

Reasons given... Consider... “I’d rather bethrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN’T “PICK OUR CRASH”. Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the BeltMinder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will i...

3. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with thesafety belt unbuckled. This can be done before or during BeltMinderwarning activation. 4. Turn on the parklamps, turn off the parklamps. 5. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with thesafety belt unbuckled. • Af...

there are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All safety beltassemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckleassemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulderbelt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (ifequipped), child saf...

Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions The supplemental restraint systemis designed to work with the safetybelt to help protect the driver andright front passenger from certainupper body injuries. Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly orgently and the risk of injury from adeploying air b...

Modifications to the front end of the vehicle, including frame,bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks may affect the performance of the air bag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Do notmodify the front end of the vehicle. Children and air bags For additional important safetyinformation, ...

collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collisioncauses sufficient longitudinal deceleration. The air bags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After air bagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt propellant. This mayconsist ...

The SRS consists of: • driver and passenger air bag modules (which include the inflators andair bags) • side air bags (if equipped). Refer to Side air bag system later in this chapter • safety belt pretensioners • one or more impact and safing sensors • a readiness light and tone • and the electrica...

Passenger front and side air bag ON/OFF switch An air bag ON/OFF switchhas been installed in this vehicle. Before driving, always look at the face of the switch tobe sure the switch is in the properposition in accordance with theseinstructions and warnings. Failureto put the switch in a properpositi...

occupant is not properly buckled up. The most effective way to reducethe risk of unnecessary air bag injuries, without reducing the overallsafety of the vehicle, is to make sure all occupants are properlyrestrained in the vehicle, especially in the front seat. This provides theprotection of safety b...

This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for thedriver and right front passenger. These particular belts are specifically designed to work with air bags to help reduce the risk ofinjury in a collision. The energy management safety belt is designed togive or release additional belt web...

This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for thedriver and right front passenger. These particular belts are specifically designed to work with air bags to help reduce the risk ofinjury in a collision. The energy management safety belt is designed togive or release additional belt web...

How does the side air bag system work? The side air bag system consists ofthe following: • An inflatable nylon bag (air bag)with a gas generator concealedbehind the outboard bolster ofthe driver and front passengerseatbacks. • A special seat cover designed toallow air bag deployment. • The same warn...

Several air bag systemcomponents get hot after inflation. Do not touch them afterinflation. If the side air bag hasdeployed, the air bag will not function again. The sideair bag system (including theseat) must be inspected andserviced by a qualifiedtechnician in accordance withthe vehicle service ma...

Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles(including pretensioners) 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 direc...

Child booster seats Children outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat when they weigh40 pounds and are around 4 years of age. Although the lap/shoulder beltwill provide some protection, these children are still too small forlap/shoulder belts to fit properly, which could increase the risk of se...

Types of booster seats There are two types of belt-positioning booster seats: • Those that are backless. If your backless booster seat has aremovable shield, remove theshield and use the lap/shoulderbelt. If a seating position has alow seat back and no headrestraint, a backless booster seatmay place...

Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of thebooster seat. Never put the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind theback because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. Never use pillows, books, or tow...

8. Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt. 9. 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. There should...

The lower anchors for child seatinstallation are located at the rearsection (as viewed from the front ofthe seat) of the passenger seatbetween the cushion and seat back. Follow the child seat manufacturer’sinstructions to properly install safetyseats with LATCH lower anchorsand LATCH-compatible atta...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. LOCK, locks the gearshift leverand allows key removal. (Thesteering wheel will not lock afterkey removal.) 2. OFF, shuts off the engine and allaccessories except the radio,convertible top control and thepower windows if accessory delay isactive. This position al...

5. Turn the key to 4 (RUN) withoutturning the key to 5 (START). Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If alight fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate. Starting the engine Note: Whenever y...

Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in an open area forlong periods of time, open the windows at least 2.5 cm (one inch). Adjust the heating or air conditioning (if equipped) to bring in fresh air. Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inle...

The ABS operates by detecting theonset of wheel lockup during brakeapplications and compensates forthis tendency. The wheels areprevented from locking even whenthe brakes are firmly applied. Theaccompanying illustration depictsthe advantage of an ABS equippedvehicle (on bottom) to a non-ABSequipped ...

Parking brake Apply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked. To set theparking brake, apply the brake pedaland pull the handle up as far aspossible. The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned to the RUNposition) until the pa...

If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition inthe RUN position and the brake pedal depressed:1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key to LOCK, then remove thekey.2. Insert the key and turn it to OFF. Apply the brake pedal and shift to N (Neutral). When the key is in the...

1 (First) Use 1 (Low) to provide maximumengine braking on steepdowngrades. Upshifts can be made by shifting to2 (Second), 3 (Third), 4 (Drive) or5 (Overdrive). Selecting 1 (Low) athigher speeds causes thetransmission to shift to a lower gear,and will shift to 1 (Low) aftervehicle decelerates to the ...

cab), the weight added should not exceed the front axle reserve capacity(FARC). Additional frontal weight may be added to the front axle reservecapacity provided you limit your payload in other ways (i.e. restrict thenumber of occupants or amount of cargo carried). Always ensure that the weight of o...

Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Certification label. Forload specification terms found on the label, refer to Vehicle loading in this chapter. Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loadedtrailer when figuring the total weight. Engine - 3.9L Kg (Lbs.) Maximum GCWR 2472 (5331) Ma...

The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at theGVWR not GCWR. Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure yourtrailer lamps conform to local and Federal regulations. See your dealer ortrailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for h...

Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailerinto the water. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after thetrailer is removed from the water. When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval: • do not allow the static water level to rise abo...

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 New Vehicle Limited...

Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursementinformation, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle custo...

The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated in the driver’s foot well,behind the kick panel. The resetbutton (RED) for the fuel pumpshut-off switch is accessible throughan opening in the kick panel. Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch. 1. Turn the ignition to the OFF posit...

Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wiredamage 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 ca...

Front power distribution box The front power distribution box islocated in the engine compartment.The power distribution box containshigh-current fuses that protect yourvehicle’s main electrical systemsfrom overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high currentfuses. To reduce risk o...

Rear power distribution box The rear power distribution box islocated in the luggage compartmentunder the spare tire well cover. Thepower distribution box containshigh-current fuses that protect yourvehicle’s main electrical systemsfrom overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high ...

• tow a trailer • use tire chains • drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle’s reducedground clearance • try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel • drive for long distances when the temporary-use spare is on • use the wheel for any other type of vehicle •...

3. Lift the trunk cargo cover andremove the spare tire, jack and tool bag with lug wrench. 4. Loosen each wheel lug nutone-half turn counterclockwise butdo not remove them until the wheelis raised off the ground. Roadside Emergencies 158

9. Remove the jack and fully tightenthe lug nuts in the order shown. Note: The jack cannot beproperly stowed when a full sizetire is placed here. Secure thejack and the temporary sparetire as shown after the flat tirehas been fixed. 10. Put flat tire, jack away. Stow thelug wrench in the bag along s...

3. Park the booster vehicle close to the trunk of your 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 ...

Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-)terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery. 5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts ofboth engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. Jump st...

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 engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. + – + – Roadside Emergencies 166

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...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada have authorized dealerships toservice your vehicle. It is preferred that you return to the authorizeddealer where your vehicle was purchased when warranty repairs areneeded. However, you may also take your vehicle to another...

In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writingbefore pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is alsoallowed a final repair attempt in some states. In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action un...

THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes. • available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Companyvehicles. The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordMot...

Board membership The Board consists of: • Three consumer representatives • A Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representative Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained byan independent consulting firm. The dealership Board member is chosenfrom Ford and Lincoln Mercury deale...

Oral presentations If you would like to make an oral presentation, indicate YES to question6 on the application. While it is your right to make an oral presentationbefore the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide thecase whether or not an oral presentation is made. An oral prese...

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY) In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford andthe dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have beenunsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third partymediation/arbitration program...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralPh shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is availablefrom your dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can discolor and s...

PAINT CHIPS Your dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle’s color.Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jam) toyour dealer to ensure you get the correct color. • Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and in...

• 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. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailab...

• Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches. • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts. • Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol orwindshield washer solution. Be sure to replace wiper blades when theyappear worn or do not function properly. INSTRU...

INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equipped with sideair bags: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Ford Extra Strength UpholsteryCleaner (E8AZ-19523–AA). • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the a...

FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products availableto clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality productshave been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; theyare custom designed to complement the styl...

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 providethe...

Working with the engine on 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P(Park). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE ...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.9L–4V V8 engine 1. Engine oil filler cap 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Engine coolant reservoir 5. Power steering fluid reservoir 6. Air filter assembly 7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8. Power distribution box 9 8 7 6 4 1 ...

Check the washer fluid wheneveryou stop for fuel. The reservoir ishighlighted with a symbol. 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 specification ESR-M17P5–A .Refer to Lubricant specificati...

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain. • If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below the MINmark, add enough...

2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certifiedengine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler capand use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening. 3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above theMAX mark on the eng...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich is located in the luggagecompartment, next to the spare tire. Your battery is designed to purge any battery gases to the outside of thevehicle by means of a vent hose. This vent hose MUST be attached at alltimes. Replace...

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 ...

If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the short drop glass, clock and the preset radio stations must be resetonce the battery is reconnected. • Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yo...

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “cold fill level” or within the “coldfill range” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending uponapplication). • Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval...

• Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the enginecoolant. • Do not mix with recycled coolant unless from a Ford-approvedrecycling process (see Use of Recycled engine coolant section). For vehicles with overflow coola...

If you have to add more than 1.0 liter (1.0 quart) of engine coolant permonth, have your dealer check the engine cooling system. Your coolingsystem may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low level of coolantcan result in engine overheating and possible engine damage. Recycled engine coolant For...

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...

4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot. 5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problemincreases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehi...

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tankmay cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap isventing vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, w...

Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/8 turn on/offfeature. When fueling your vehicle: 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn until itstops. 3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe. 4. To install the cap,...

Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverseaffect on powertrain components. If you have run out of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times afterrefueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank tothe engine...

The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and shouldnot be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling yourvehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not beable to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of thefuel tank due to the empty reserve still pres...

Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to changea number of variables and improve your fuel economy. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually gi...

Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economyat any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is lost for every 180 kg [400 lb] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bugdefl...

If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test”condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, aminimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary asdescribed below: • Fir...

BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should be checked andrefilled as needed. Refer to thescheduled maintenance guide forthe service interval schedules. 1. Clean the reservoir cap beforeremoval to prevent dirt or waterfrom entering the reservoir. 2. Visually inspect the fluid leve...

TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid The 5R55N transmission does not have a transmission fluid dipstick. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled intervals forfluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not consume fluid.However, the fluid level should be chec...

Changing the air filter element 1. Loosen the hose clamp on theoutlet tube at the air filter housing. 2. Release the two clamps thatsecure the cover to the air filterhousing and place the cover aside. Maintenance and Specifications 211

SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle has beenparked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km(3 miles). • Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on the t...

Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Engine coolant 2 MotorcraftPremium EngineCoolant(green-colored) or Motorcraft Premium GoldEngine Coolant(yellow-colored) 3.9L-4V V8engine 11.3L (11.9quarts) Power steeringfluid MotorcraftMERCON 威 ATF All Fill to MAX lineon reservoir Engine coolingfan fluid Mo...

Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Fordspecification Engine oil Motorcraft SAE5W-20 PremiumSynthetic BlendMotor Oil XO-5W20-QSP WSS-M2C153-Hwith APICertificationMark Lock cylinders MotorcraftPenetrating andLock Lubricant XL-1 none Power steeringand enginecooling fan fluid MotorcraftMERCON 威 ATF XT-2...

Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Please note thatin the graphic XXXX isrepresentative of your vehicleidentification number.) 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake type and gross vehi...

FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln, Mercury or Ford ofCanada dealer. These quality accessories have been specificallyengineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom desi...

A ABS (see Brakes) .....................129 Accessory delay ..........................57 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ........................100–101, 109 and child safety seats ............102description ......................101, 109disposal ....................................113driver ai...