Ford 2003 Thunderbird v.1- 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 ...

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the ON positionwhen the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START,or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the ONp...

GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “H” and“C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stopthe vehicle as soon...

AUDIOPHILE AM/FM STEREO IN-DASH SIX CD RADIO 1. Seek: Press and release SEEK / for previous/next strong radio station, or CD track. 2. Rewind: In CD mode, press and hold until desired selection isreached. Fast forward: In CD mode, press and hold until desired selection isreached. 3. DSP (Digital Sig...

4. Mute: Press to MUTE playing media; press again return to playingmedia 5. Eject: Press EJ and a memory preset (1–6) to eject a specific CD.Press and hold for auto eject featurewhich allows you to eject up to six discs at one time. 6. Bass: Press BASS; then press SEL / to decrease/increase the bass...

DUAL ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL(DEATC) SYSTEM 1. A/C control: Press to turn on and manually control the airconditioning. Press again todisengage. Press AUTO for the system to automatically control thetemperature. 2. Recirculation control: Press to engage/disengage. Used to manuallyenab...

16. EXT control: Press to display the outside air temperature. Pressagain to return to interiortemperature. Exterior readings are most accurate when the vehicle ismoving. 17. Temperature conversion: Press to toggle between Fahrenheitand Celsius temperature on theDEATC display only. The set point tem...

• Do not place items over theclimate temperature sensor grid.This may cause improperoperation of the system. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Ensure that recirculation is disengaged. 3. Set the temperature control to full heat. 4. Set the highest fan speed 5. D...

CABIN AIR FILTER Your vehicle is equipped with a Cabin air filter. The particulate airfiltration system is designed to reduce the concentration of airborneparticles such as dust, spores and pollen in the air being supplied to theinterior of the vehicle. The particulate filtration system gives thefol...

MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps,license plate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Note: The instrument panel lamps will only turn on if the autolamp control has determined it is night. Autolamp control The autolamp system provi...

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (Canada Only) Turns the lowbeam headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate with automatic transmission: • the ignition must be in the RUN position; • the headlamp control is in the OFF position, Parking lamps position,or Autolamp position when the autolamp function h...

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel during parklamp,headlamp and autolamp operation. • Rotate up to brighten. • Rotate down to dim. • Rotate fully up to turn on theinterior lights. Note: The panel dimmer control is only active when the autolamp has determined tha...

4. On the wall or screen you willobserve a light pattern with flatedges at the top of the beampattern. If the flat edges are not atthe horizontal reference line, thebeam will need to be adjusted. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster oneach headlamp, then use a 6 mmallen wrench or screwdriver toadjust the...

Interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. 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 t...

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: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick pus...

POWER TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING COLUMN The steering column can beadjusted manually by moving thefour-way rocker adjustment controllocated below the turn signal/wipercontrol stalk. Hold the control toadjust. The telescope function is adjustedby moving the control toward thedriver to telescope out and t...

POWER WINDOWS When closing the powerwindows, you should verify they are free of obstructions andensure that children and/or petsare not in the proximity of thewindow openings. Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window.Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to c...

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,...

Setting speed control The controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and releaseit. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET + control andrelease it. 4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal. 5. The indicator ligh...

• Depress the brake pedal orCANCEL until the desired vehiclespeed is reached, press the SET+ control. Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or pressCANCEL. This will not erase yourvehicles previously set speed. • Press the speed control...

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 minutes. To lower the convertible top: 1. Bring veh...

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 ...

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...

CELL PHONE USE The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when usingsuch equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safetyand security when app...

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...

Door key unlocking/locking Unlocking the doors Turn the key in the door cylinder to unlock the driver’s door. The illuminated entry feature will turn on all the interior lamps for 25seconds or until the ignition is turned to the RUN position. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been ...

Keep vehicle doors andluggage compartment locked and keep keys and remotetransmitters out of a child’s reach.Unsupervised children could lockthemselves in the trunk and riskinjury. Children should be taughtnot to play in vehicles. On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior canrise...

How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four) available before beginning this procedure. To reprogram the remote entrytransmitters: 1. Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked. 2. Put the key in the ignition. 3. Turn the key from t...

• after 25 seconds of illumination. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after theignition has been turned to the OFF position. Autolock The autolock feature wi...

4. Press the driver door unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to RUN. The horn will chirp. 6. Press the unlock control, then press the lock control. The horn willchirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short and one longchirp) if autolock was activated. 7. Turn the igni...

Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediatelyafter switching the ignition to the 2(OFF) position. Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 4 (RUN) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. • The THEFT indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. • If the THEFT indic...

• If no previously programmed coded keys are available, you must takeyour vehicle to your dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. 1. Insert a previously programmedcoded key into the ignition. 2. Turn the ignition from the 1(LOCK) position to the 4 (RUN)position. Keep the ignition in the 4(RUN) p...

PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM The perimeter anti-theft system will help prevent your vehicle fromunauthorized entry. If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle,ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the dealership to aid in troubleshooting. Arming the system When ar...

SEATING Notes: 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. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk ofinjury in a collision or sudden stop. Adjustable head restraints (if e...

Push control to lower head restraint. 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 Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving. The driver and passenge...

To adjust the front seatback usingthe manual recliner: • Lift and hold the handle locatedon the side of the seat. • Lean against the seatback toadjust it to your desired position.You can recline the seat back orbring it forward. • Release the handle when thedesired position has beenreached. Adjustin...

Press rear to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seatforward, backward, up or down. Adjusting the passenger’s power seat The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seatforward or backward. Heated seats...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions 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. To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where theycan be properly restrained. Never let a passe...

Combination lap and shoulder belts Before fastening the safety belt,make sure the shoulder belt passesthrough the belt holder on the topof the seatback. 1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until you hear a snap and feelit latc...

Energy Management Feature The safety belts in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. • This vehicle has a seat belt system with an energy managementfeature at the front outboard seating positions to help further reducethe risk of injury in the event of a head-on collision. • This seat b...

• 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 automatic lockingmode. In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The bel...

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

If... Then... The driver’s safety belt isbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition... The BeltMinder feature will notactivate. The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:(All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rar...

Reasons given... Consider... “The people I’m with don’twear belts” Set the example, teen deaths occur 4times more often in vehicles withTWO or MORE people. Children andyounger brothers/sisters imitatebehavior they see. “I have an air bag” Air bags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts....

Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there is a 20 cm (8inch) safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number611C22). This assembly can be obtained from your dealer at no cost. Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the s...

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) 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 ...

Do not put anything on or over the air bag module. Placingobjects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causingserious injury. Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Air BagSupplemental Restraint System or its ...

are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the timeof air bag deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants beproperly restrained as far away from the air bag module as possible whilemaintaining vehicle control. Several air bag system components get hot after inflat...

• 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 dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unlessserviced, the system may not funct...

3. Medical condition. A passenger has a medical condition which, according to his or her physician: • causes the passenger air bag to pose a special risk for the passengerand • makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag in a crashgreater than the potential harm from turning OFF the air bag ...

3. Medical condition: A passenger has a medical condition that, according to his or her physician: • poses a special risk for the passenger if the air bag deploys and • makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag deploymentgreater than the potential harm from turning OFF the air bag andexper...

All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety beltseven when an air bag SRS is provided. 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 a...

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 (includingpretensioners) See your local dealership or qualified technician. Air bags MUST BEdisposed of by qualified personnel. SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for chil...

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. • Those with a high back. A backless booster would be abetter choice because the highback boost...

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 towels to boost a child. They canslide around and increase the likelihood of...

5. To put the retractor in theautomatic locking mode, grasp theshoulder portion of the belt and pulldownward until all of the belt isextracted and a click is heard. 6. Allow the belt to retract. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate itis in the automatic locking mode. 7. Pull the lap belt p...

Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichgoes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point. Tetherstraps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contactthe manufacturer of your child seat fo...

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...

• Turn the key to 4 (ON) 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 1. Turn the key to...

three hours before starting the vehicle. The heater can be plugged in thenight before starting the vehicle. To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater withungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fu...

Even when the ABS is disabled,normal braking is still effective. (Ifyour BRAKE warning lampilluminates with the parking brakereleased, have your brake systemserviced immediately.) Using ABS When hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brakepedal; do not pump the brake pedal since thi...

the engine compartment and the engine will not “rev-up” when you pushfurther on the accelerator. This is normal system behavior and should beno reason for concern. The Traction Control 娂 switch, located on the left-hand side of theinstrument panel, has an indicatorlight that illuminates when thesyst...

• loose or worn suspension components • loose or worn steering components • improper steering alignment 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. ...

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lampremains illuminated, the brakes may not be working proper...

• Provides engine braking. • Use to start-up on slippery roads. • To return to D5 or D4, move the transmission shift lever into the D5,D4 or 3 (Third) position. • Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission todownshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed. 1 (First) ...

Manual shift mode With the gearshift lever in D5(Overdrive), the gearshift lever canbe moved to the right and into themanual shift mode. The transmissionwill remain in the manual shift modeuntil the gearshift lever is movedback to D5 (Overdrive). + and - position operation These positions allow the ...

• If shifter (-) is tapped more than once in rapid succession, thetransmission will downshift only into the next lower gear, then whenthe vehicle reaches a speed below a calibrated entry speed, thetransmission will allow a downshift into the next lower gear if againselected by the driver. This is to...

VEHICLE LOADING Before loading a vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms: • Base Curb Weight: Weight of the vehicle including any standard equipment, fluids, lubricants, etc. It does not include occupants oraftermarket equipment. • Payload: Combined maximum allowable weight of cargo, ...

TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle is not equipped to tow. No towing packages are availablethrough Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealers. RECREATIONAL TOWING (ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND) Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to towyour vehicle with all four wheels on the ground (such as ...

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...

U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside assistance,call 1–800–241–3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will reimburse...

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH FUEL RESET This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial jolt. After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switchmay have been activated. This switch is located in the driver’sfootwell, b...

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 Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 5A Starter relay coil 2 5A Radio start signal 3 5A ABS module 4 5A Cluster, PCM relay coil, Inertiaswitch, Transmission park switch 5 5A Traction control switch, Speedcontrol brake swit...

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 129

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...

To remove the anti-theft lug nut: 1. Insert the key over the lockinglug nut. Make sure you hold the keysquare to the lug nut. If you holdthe key at an angle, you coulddamage the 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...

1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle. 2. Do not disconnect the battery of your disabled vehicle as this coulddamage the vehicle’s electrical system. Keep the battery vent hoseattached at all times. 3. Park the booster vehicle close to the trunk of your disabled vehiclemaking sure the t...

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to the spare tiretie-down stud. (Your vehicle may be equipped with a plastic cap on topof the tire tie-down stud. This cap must be removed prior to attachingthe cable to the stud.) Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-)te...

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the spare tire tie-down stud. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of thebooster vehicle’s battery. + – + – + – + – Roadside Emergencies 136

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 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...

unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third partymediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian MotorVehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedy alternativeto resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to prod...

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...

• Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips. • Always read the instructions before using the products. ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clearcoat paint...

• 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...

Never saturate the seat covers with any cleaning solution. Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaningthe seat where the side air bag is mounted. Such products could contaminate the side air bag system and affect performance of the sideair bag in a collision. The air bag may not ...

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...

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located at the bottomleft of the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the auxiliary latch that islocated under the front center ofthe hood by pushing the handletoward the passenger side of thevehicle. 3. Li...

4. Engine coolant reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8. Power distribution box 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...

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 the gearshift is securely latched in P(Park).4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe th...

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...

Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuricacid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing ofacid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flushimmediately with water for a minim...

• 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. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant sho...

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 engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam andscalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluidcontainer. If sprayed on the windshield, engine...

Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a recycled engine coolantproduced by Ford-approved processes in vehicles originally equippedwith Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (green-colored). However, notall coolant recycling processes produce coolant that meets Fordspecificatio...

Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problemincreases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to aservice facility as soon as possible. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tankmay cau...

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...

vehicle 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 present in the tank. For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior t...

• Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bugdeflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) mayreduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first12–16 km (8–10 miles)...

TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid The 5R55S 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. 3. Remove the air filter elementfrom the air filter housing. 4. Wipe the air filter housing and cov...

5. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filterelement edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could causefilter damage and allow unmetered air to enter the engine if not properlyseated. 6. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps. INFORMATION A...

Traction AA A B C The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. Thegrades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measuredunder controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces ofasphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor tractionperformance. Th...

Tire rotation Because your vehicle’s tires perform different jobs, they often weardifferently. To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer, rotatethem as indicated in the scheduled maintenance guide. If you notice thatthe tires wear unevenly, have them checked. • Four tire rotation Replacing...

Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect thehandling of the vehicle, and increase the risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and/or personal injury. Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’s original tires may alsoaffect the accuracy of your speedometer. SNOW TI...

1 Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. DOT 3 fluid is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used. 2 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. 3 Your vehicle’s rear axle is filled ...

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 Accessory delay ..........................37 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ....................................80, 88 and child safety seats ..............81description ..........................80, 88disposal ......................................91driver air bag ......................82, ...