Ford 2005 Crown Victoria- User Manual

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answers to such questions are contained in commentshighlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should beread and observed. Warning symbol...

SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-BumperCoverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 6.0LPower Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligiblefor Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For adetai...

Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols. Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury...

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 Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster 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 lig...

Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drivein a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) andhave your vehicle serviced immediately. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exha...

Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on isdangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehiclechecked by your dealer immediately. Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated orcontinues to fl...

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot. Traction control 娂 AdvanceTrac 威 active (if equipped): Illuminates when the Traction control 娂 system is active. It will be lit for a minimumof four seconds or for the durationof the Traction Control 娂 event, refer to the Driv...

Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or thehazard lights are turned on. If theindicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. MESSAGE CENTER INDICATOR LIGHTS (IF EQUIPPED) Speed control: Illum...

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver’s dooris opened. GAUGES Standard instrument cluster gauges Optional instrument cluster gauges 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA_English (fus) Instru...

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. • Standard instrument cluster • Optional instrument cluster Engine coolant temperature gauge: • Standard instrument cluster MPH km/h 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 km/h MPH km S TEMP H...

AM/FM STEREO SINGLE CD PREMIUM AUDIO SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. CD slot: Insert a CD, label side up. With the ignition on, the radiowill begin play when a CD isinserted. If the ignition is off, press CD prior to inserting a disc. Do notforce a disc into the system as damage could result. 2. SEEK: Press ...

When activated, AUTOSET will momentarily appear in the display whenany of the preset controls are pressed. Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume changes automatically and slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise.Recommended level is 1–3. Level 0 turns the feature off and leve...

3. BASS: Press BASS; then press SEL-TEXT to decrease/increase the level of bassoutput. TREB (Treble): Press TREB; then press SEL-TEXT to decrease/increase the level of trebleoutput. 4. BAL (Balance): Press BAL; then press SEL-TEXT to shift sound to the left/right speakers. FADE: Press FADE; then pre...

Dolby: Works in tape mode to reduces tape noise and hiss. Press MENU until DOLBY XX appears in the display. Press SEL-TEXT to toggle ON/OFF.The Dolby 威 noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby 威 and the double-D symbol are registered t...

9. MENU: Press MENU repeatedly to access RDS on/off.Use SEL-TEXT to toggle RDS on/off. Press MENU again to access Program type mode or ShowType mode. (MENU must be pressed within 10 seconds to proceed tothe next RDS mode.) The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radioand Telecom...

RADIO FREQUENCIES AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and TelecommunicationsCommission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM - 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM- 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS There are three factors th...

Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periodsof time. • Insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine. • Clean using a circular motion. CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical i...

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in thevehicle. 2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle. 3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the...

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select NORM A/C. 2. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort. 3. Set the fan speed to HI. 4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the ve...

3. Fan speed: Turn to manually increase or decrease fan speed. 4. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and the side window demisters. 5. Floor/defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents, floor vents and the side window demisters. 6. Flo...

• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base ofthe windshield. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select NORM A/C. 2. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort. 3. Set the fan speed to HI. 4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps,license plate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Autolamp control The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the headlamp control....

Domelamp Control The panel dimmer control also controls the domelamp operation. • Rotate the thumbwheel fully to the right, past detent to activate thedomelamp. • In order to turn off the domelamp, rotate the thumbwheel to the left. AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aim...

Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the hood. 2. Remove the radiator cover by turning the three knobs to the unlockposition. 3. Disconnect the electricalconnector from the bulb by pullingrearward. 4. Remove the bulb retaini...

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...

Replacing tail lamp/brake/turn lamp bulbs The tail lamp, the brake lamp and the turn signal lamp bulbs are locatedin the tail lamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb. 1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF position, then open the trunkand remove plastic retainer toexpose the lamp ...

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...

4. Clean blades and glass as recommended in Cleaning chapter and replace wiper blades at least once per year or before winter for optimumperformance Poor wiper quality can sometimes be improved by cleaning the wiperblades, refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter. To prolong the lif...

Slide on rod feature (ifequipped) Rotate the visor towards the sidewindow and extend it rearward foradditional sunlight coverage. Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must beretracted before moving it backtowards the windshield. OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITHOUT MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) The ...

Programming Do not program the HomeLink 威 with the vehicle parked in the garage. Note: Some vehicles may require the ignition switch to be turned to the second (or “ACC”) position for programming and/or operation of theHomeLink 威 . It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held...

If the indicator light(s) underneath the house icon blink rapidly for twoseconds and then turn to a continuous light, proceed with steps 6through 8 to complete programming of a rolling code equipped device. 6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage,locate the “learn” or “...

Reprogramming a single HomeLink 姞 button To program a device to HomeLink 威 using a HomeLink 威 button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desiredHomeLink 威 button. DO NOT release the button. The display willread CHANNEL “X” (1,2 or 3)TRANSMIT 2. The display will change toCHA...

POWER WINDOWS Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not letchildren play with the power windows. They may seriously injure themselves. When closing the power windows, you should verify they are freeof obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the ...

POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select to adjust the left mirror or to adjust the right mirror. 2. Move the control in the directionyou wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position tolock mirrors in place. Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heatedau...

(darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror. When themirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle, it will automaticallyadjust (darken) to minimize glare. The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever thevehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright ...

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 message “SPEED...

• Depress the brake pedal until thedesired vehicle speed is reached,press the SET + control. Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. This willnot erase your vehicle’spreviously set speed. • Press the speed control OFFcontrol. Note: When ...

Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave childrenunattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt themselves. When closing the moon roof, you should verify that it is free ofobstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the moon roof opening. HOMELINK 姞 ...

6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage,locate the “learn” or “smart” button (usually near where the hangingantenna wire is attached to the unit). 7. Press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name and colorof the button may vary by manufacturer.) Note: There...

Operating the HomeLink 姞 Wireless Control System To operate, simply press and releasethe appropriate HomeLink 威 button. Activation will now occur for thetrained product (garage door, gateoperator, security system, entrydoor lock, or home or office lightingetc.). For convenience, thehand-held transmi...

Select Each press of the SELECT controlwill select a different function. • Press the right side of the controlto advance the function to theright. • Press the left side of the controlto advance the function to theleft. To reset any function: 1. Push either the right or left side of the SELECT contro...

TRIP A and TRIP B These two functions allow you tosee how far you have traveled sinceyou last reset. Trip A and Trip B arecompletely independent and mustbe reset individually. To reset either trip feature to zero,press the RESET control while theappropriate trip distance feature(TRIP A or TRIP B) is...

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...

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the driver floor mat so thatthe eyelet is over the pointed end ofthe retention post and rotateforward to lock in. Make sure thatthe mat does not interfere with theoperation of the accelerator or thebrake pedal. To remove the floormat, reverse the installationpro...

KEYS The vehicle is equipped with a master (black) key and valet (gray) keylock system. The master key will access doors, trunk, glove box, ignitionand remote trunk release. The valet key will access doors and ignitiononly. Before using this key, lock the trunk remote control to disable the Trunk re...

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) With the keyless entry keypad, youcan: • lock or unlock the vehicle doorswithout using the key. • open the trunk. See also Remote entry system in this chapter for more information. Your vehicle has a factory-set 5–digit code that operates the keylessentry system. Y...

3. Enter a second personal 5-digit code. Each number must be enteredwithin five seconds of each other. 4. Press 3 • 4 to store the second personal code. 5. The doors will again lock then unlock to confirm programming of thenew code. To store a third personal code: 1. Enter the factory set code. 2. W...

• To release the trunk, enter the factory-set code or personal code (driver door unlocks) and press 5 • 6 within five seconds. After the factory-set code or personal code has been entered, you canunlock all doors (press 3 • 4) and release the trunk (press 5 • 6) as long as the controls are pressed w...

• When the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position, the indicator will glow for3 seconds 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 3 (ON) position. Ifthis occurs, the vehicle sho...

SEATING Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle’s seats are 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 restraint so that it is l...

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 the desired position has been reached. Using ...

Adjusting the power front seats – door mounted controls(if equipped) 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 the seatbacks to avoid injuringpeople in a collision ...

in rear-facing child seats, this occurs because they are initially sittingvery close to the airbag. For other occupants, this occurs when theoccupant is not properly restrained by seat belts or child safety seats andthey move forward during pre-crash braking. The most effective way toreduce the risk...

of the safety belts and helps properly position the occupant relative tothe airbag to improve protection. The safety belt pretensioners can beeither activated alone or, if the collision is of sufficient severity, togetherwith the airbags. Front safety belt energy management retractors The front outb...

To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit in the backseat where they can be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. All occupants of the vehicle, including the ...

Combination lap and shoulder belts 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 tongu...

Webbing extraction sensitive mode The webbing sensitive locking mode locks the webbing and preventsmore belt from being pulled out if the belt is pulled out too quickly. Thebelt will unlock when you stop pulling on it. Automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is pre-locked. The belt wi...

• 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. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford Motor Company recom...

Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt andincrease the risk of injury in a collision. Lap belts Adjusting the front center seat lap belt The lap bel...

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts(All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we areexposed to “rare” events, even forgood drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be ser...

Reasons given... Consider... “I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate in rear andside crashes or rollovers. “I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likelyto DIE. Safety be...

The driver and front passenger BeltMinder 娂 features can be deactivated/activated by performing the following procedure: Before following the procedure, make sure that: • The parking brake is set • The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) • The ignition switch is in the OFF position • T...

Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safetybelt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing onthe label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is tooshort for you when fully extended. Do not use extensions to change the fit of the s...

AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and right front passengerfrom certain upper body injuries.Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly;there is a risk of injury from adeploying airbag. All occupants of th...

Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. Ford Motor Company recommends that a certified technicianinspect all steering column assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision. Failure to inspect and if necessary re...

Children and airbags Children must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rearseating positions than in the frontseating position. Failure to followthese instructions may increase therisk of injury in a collision. Airbags can k...

Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do nottouch them after inflation. If the air bag has 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. If the s...

injury in a crash event. For example, if an occupant slouches, lies down,turns sideways, sits forward, leans forward or sideways, or puts one orboth feet up, the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased. Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclinedtoo far can take of...

Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone toindicate the condition of the system. Refer to Air bag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required. A difficulty with the system i...

to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal ornear-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateraldeceleration. Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do nottouch them after inflation. If the side air bag hasdeployed, the air bag w...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for children. Also see Air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags. Important child restraint precautions You are required by...

Child booster seats Children outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat when they weigh40 lb. (18 kg) and are around 4 years of age. Although the lap/shoulderbelt will provide some protection, these children are still too small forlap/shoulder belts to fit properly, which could increase the risk ...

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 toremove 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 ...

2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, route the tether strap underthe head restraint and between the head restraint posts, otherwise routethe tether strap over the top of the seatback. 3. Locate the correct anchor for the...

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING New vehicles are fitted with tiresthat have a rating on them calledTire Quality Grades. The Qualitygrades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween tread shoulder andmaximum section width. Forexample: • Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperatu...

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the gene...

Inspecting your tires Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear andremove stones, nails, glass or other objects that may be wedged in thetread grooves. Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage fromthe tire and make necessary repairs. Also inspect the tire sidewalls...

When driving with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel, do not: • Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h) • Use more than one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar sparetire/wheel The usage of a dissimilar spare tire/...

4. Remove the lug wrench from thejack. Rotate the lug wrench socketout from the handle. 5. Locate pry off notch (ifequipped) and remove the centerornament from the aluminum wheelwith the tapered end of the wheelnut wrench that came with yourvehicle. Insert and twist the handle,then pry against the w...

five black plastic nuts in the order shown on the wheelcover using thelug wrench with about 6.0 lbs. ft. (80 N • m) torque. Then firmly install the wheelcover center ornament. 13. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away. 14. Turn on the air suspension switch (if equipped). WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECI...

Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (Note thatthe tire size, load index and speedrating for your vehicle may bedifferent from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tir...

12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades • Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on aspecified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well ...

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires “LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association(T&RA), that is intended for serviceon ...

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different fromthis example. 1. T: Indicates a type of tire, ...

Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, stops and turns • Avoid potholes and objects on the road • Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking If your vehicle is stuck in snow,...

The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire andwheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear. Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more ev...

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive(4WD)/ All Wheel Drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealership to check ...

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. Lookfor “THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg OR XXX lb.” for m...

Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading 1...

GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance...

The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the availableamount of cargo and luggage load capacity: • Another example for your vehicle with 1400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo andluggage capacity. You decide to go golfing. Is there enough loadcapacity to carry you, 4 of your friends and all th...

Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all runninglights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. See yourdealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment forhooking up trailer lamps. Driving while you tow When towing a trail...

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...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. OFF/LOCK, shuts off the engineand all accessories/locks thegearshift lever and allows keyremoval. 2. ACC, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 3. ON, all electrical circuitsoperational. Warning lightsillumi...

Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 3 (ON) withoutturning the key to 4 (START). 2. Turn the key to 4 (START), thenrelease the key as soon as theengine starts. Excessive crankingcould damage the starter. Note: If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, ...

BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduled maintenance information 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...

If the parking brake fails to releaseafter completing this procedure, usethe manual parking brake releaselever. Pull the lever to manually releasethe parking brake. TRACTION CONTROL 姟 (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with the optional Traction Control 娂 system. This system helps you mainta...

During Traction Control 娂 operation you may hear an electric motor type of sound coming from the engine compartment and the engine will not“rev-up” when you push further on the accelerator. This is normalsystem behavior. If you should become stuck in snowor ice or on a very slippery roadsurface, try...

It is also important to maintain a proper power steering fluid level in thepower steering fluid reservoir: • Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level(below the MIN mark on the reservoir). • Some noise is normal during operation. If the noise is excessive, checkfor low po...

This system keeps the rear of your vehicle at a constant level byautomatically adding air or releasing air from the springs. If you exceed the load limit, the rear air suspension may not operate. The air suspension shut-off switch islocated on the left side of the trunk.If this switch is in the OFF ...

2. Insert the key and turn it to ACC. Apply the brake pedal and shift to N (Neutral) . When the key is in the ignition and in the ACC position, theautomatic transmission shift lever can be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake pedal depressed. To avoid unwantedvehicle movement, always s...

2 (Second) This position allows for second gear only. • Provides engine braking. • Use to start-up on slippery roads. • To return to (Overdrive), move the gearshift lever into the (Overdrive) position. • Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission todownshift to second gear at ...

DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do not drive quickly through standing water, especially if the depth isunknown. Traction or brake capability may be limited and if the ignitionsystem gets wet, your engine may stall. Water may also enter yourengine’s air intake and severely damage your engine. If driving throug...

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...

The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated on the left side of the trunkbehind the left rear tail light and thetrunk 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, r...

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...

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 15A Taxi, Cluster, Lighting ControlModule (Interior Lighting) 2 10A Ignition (ON) - ElectronicAutomatic Temperature Control(EATC) module, A/C mode switch(vehicles equipped with EATConly...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 29 15A Audio 30 15A Stop lamps, MFS 31 15A Hazards (non-Police vehicles) 20A Hazards (Police vehicles) 32 10A Mirror heaters, Rear defrosterswitch indicator 33 — Not used Relay 1 Full ISO relay Rear defroster Power dist...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution BoxDescription 108 20A** Moonroof (non-Police vehiclesonly) Spotlights (available on Policevehicles, Long Wheel Base [LWB]vehicles and commercial vehiclesonly) 109 20A** ABS module (Valves) 110 30A** Wiper module 111 50A** Police PDB or Police I...

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes andclothing, if contacted. Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. A...

Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)termi...

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. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker ...

3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In ...

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 You must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handling your vehicle linewill provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingdealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Pl...

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...

concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in animpartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by theCanadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedyalternative to resolve a disagreement when all oth...

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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 isavailable from 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. Do not...

• Never saturate the seat covers with cleaning solution. • Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which canstain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities ofthe seat materials. Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’ssafety belts, as thes...

exceed rigid specifications. For best results, use the following productsor products of equivalent quality: Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42) Motorcraft Car Care Kit (ZC-26) Motorcraft Car Wash (Canada only) (CXC-21) Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (ZC-15) Motorcraft Custom Clear Coat Po...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation. • We provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provi...

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 front of the hood. 3. Lift the hood until the liftcylinders hold it open. IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENG...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specification WSB-M8B16–A2.Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. State or local regulations on volatile organic c...

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 within this range, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added...

• If required, add engine oil to theengine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter. • Do not overfill the enginewith oil. Oil levels above thismark may cause enginedamage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil must beremoved from the engine by a qualified service technician. 7. Put the indicator...

Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conformsto the current engine and emission system protection standards and ...

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 scheduled maintenance information for the servi...

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. 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 “FULL COLD” level or within the“COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir(depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interv...

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...

coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary toremove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle withan overflow system, follow these steps to add engine coolant. To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine iscool before unscrewing the coolant ...

Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recyclingand disposing of automotive fluids. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, referto Refill capacities in this section....

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...

• The air conditioning system will be disabled. Continued operation will increase the engine temperature: • If your vehicle is equipped with digital gauges, the gauge bars willflash and a tone will sound every five seconds for one minute. • The engine will completely shut down, causing steering and ...

splashed on the skin, promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap andwater. Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adversereaction. When refueling always shut the engine off and never allowsparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely haza...

When fueling your vehicle: 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/4 of a turn until itstops. 3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe. 4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the notches on thefiller pipe. 5. Turn the filler cap clockwise...

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. • Your “Check Engine” indicator may come on. For more information onthe “Check Engine” indicator, refer to the Instrume...

For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running. • Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each timethe tank is filled. • Allow no more than 2...

2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right severaltimes. 3. Turn the engine off. 4. Check the fluid level in thereservoir. It should be between theMIN and MAX lines. Do not addfluid if the level is in this range. 5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously...

If an overfill occurs, excess fluidshould be removed by a qualifiedtechnician. An overfill condition oftransmission fluid may causeshift and/or engagementconcerns and/or possibledamage. Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments orcleaning agents. The use of these materials may...

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Capacity Engine oil (includesfilter change) 6 Motorcraft SAE 5W-20Premium SyntheticBlend Motor Oil (US)Motorcraft SAE 5W-20Super Premium MotorOil (Canada) 6.0 quarts (5.7L) Brake fluid Motorcraft HighPerformance DOT 3Motor Vehicle BrakeFluid 1 Fill to line on r...

3 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amountof transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication onthe dipstick’s normal operating range. Police or Handling Package refillcapacity-1...

Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Fordspecification Engine oil Motorcraft SAE5W-20 PremiumSynthetic BlendMotor Oil (US)Motorcraft SAE5W-20 SuperPremium MotorOil (Canada) XO-5W20-QSP(US)CXO-5W20–LSP12(Canada) WSS-M2C930-Awith APICertificationMark Hinges, latches,striker plates,fuel filler doorhinge ...

2 Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill ofTraction-Lok rear axles. 3 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstickhand...

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Certification label The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Certification label be affixedto a vehicle and prescribe where theCertification label may be located.The Certification label is located onthe structure by the trailing edge ofthe ...

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer.These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to co...

Peace of mind First aid and safety kits Full vehicle covers Locking gas cap Remote start Vehicle security systems Mobile-ease hands-free communication system For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding acc...

A ABS (see Brakes) .....................166 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ................................110, 117 and child safety seats ............112description ......................110, 117disposal ....................................119driver air bag ..................112, 118indicator...

V Vehicle dimensions ...................245 Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) ..........................................247 Vehicle loading ..........................152 Ventilating your vehicle ...........165 W Warning lights (see Lights) .......10 Washer fluid ..............................214 Wa...