Ford 2005 Thunderbird v.1- 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...

To access this information, special equipment must be directly connectedto the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada donot access event data recorder information without obtaining consent,unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement,other government authorit...

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 SATELLITE READY AM/FM STEREO IN-DASH SIX CDRADIO 1. Seek: Press and release SEEK / for previous/next strong station, selection or track. 2. Rewind: In CD mode, press until desired selection is reached. Fast forward: In CD mode, press until desired selection is reached. TEXT: TEXT is only ...

Traffic: Allows you to hear traffic broadcasts. With the feature ON, press SEEK or SCAN to find a station broadcasting a traffic report (if it isbroadcasting RDS data). Traffic information is not available in most U.S. markets. FIND Program type: Allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for a cert...

13. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase ordecrease volume levels. Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume changes automatically andslightly with vehicle speed tocompensate for road and wind noise. Recommended level is 1–3. Level 0turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting...

For information regarding SIRIUS Satellite Radio, please call toll-free888-539-SIRIUS (888-539-7474) or visit the SIRIUS website atwww.siriusradio.com RADIO FREQUENCIES AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and TelecommunicationsCo...

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 12 cm (4.75in) audio compact discs only. Due to technical i...

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 fan to the highest spe...

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 on the headlamps, parking lamps, instrument panellamps, license plate lamps and taillamps. Autolamp control The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic o...

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...

The dome light will only go on when the dome light switch is in thedelay or ON position. HEADLAMP VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT 1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away. • (1) Eight feet • (2) Center height of lamp to ground • (3)...

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 nut from the back ofthe headlamp and pull headlampforward. 4. Disconnect the electr...

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 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 ...

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 yourvehicle’s previously set speed. • Press the speed contro...

When programming your HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential harm or damage. Do not use the HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as requ...

Gate Operator & Canadian Programming During programming, yourhand-held transmitter mayautomatically stop transmitting —not allowing enough time forHomeLink 威 to accept the signal from the hand-held transmitter. After completing steps 1 and 2outlined in the “Programming” section, replace step 3 w...

Erasing HomeLink 姞 buttons To erase the three programmedbuttons (individual buttons cannotbe erased): • Press and hold the two outerHomeLink 威 buttons until the indicator light begins toflash-after 20 seconds. Releaseboth buttons. Do not hold forlonger that 30 seconds. HomeLink 威 is now in the train...

The convertible top will operate with the key in the RUN position,RUN/ACC position or in the accessory delay mode. It is recommendedthat the vehicle’s engine is running when lowering the top to preventdraining the battery. 2. Check the convertible top stowage compartment behind the seat to besure it...

2. Tuck the boot under the upperback panel at the rear and thequarter panel along the sides. 3. To remove unfasten the snaps. 4. Pull forward and lift off. Raising the convertible top To raise the convertible top: 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Put the vehicle in the P (Park)position. The ...

9. Push the convertible top handleback up so that it locks intoposition. Prolonged storage It may be difficult to pull down and latch the convertible top afterprolonged storage with the top in the down position over the winter or incolder temperatures. This difficulty will decline over time with war...

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 the same crush resistance asan integrated steel roof in case of collision or rollover. The r...

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...

8. Place the removable top on thestorage rack. 9. Make sure the rear edge of theremovable top rests on the rubberbumpers of the rack legs. Thisprevents damage to the paintededge and the weather-strips. To unlock the wheels, pull up on thelower portion of the plastic tablocated on the tip of each whe...

drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when usingsuch equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safetyand security when appropriately used, particularly in emergencysituations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communicationsequipment to avoid negating these ben...

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...

The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on using the dimmer control or • any door is open. The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 30 minutes afterthe ignition is turned to the 2 (OFF) position. Locking the doors Turn the key in the door cylinder to lock th...

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...

To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the remote entrytransmitter near the key ring. DONOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVERAND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THEFRONT HOUSING OF THEREMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circu...

To reprogram the remote entrytransmitters: 1. Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked. 2. Put the key in the ignition. 3. Turn the key from the 1 (LOCK) position to 4 (RUN). 4. Cycle eight times rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 1 (LOCK)position and 4 (RUN). Note: The eighth turn must en...

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 2 (OFF) position. Autolock The autolock feature will lock the vehicle’s doors when...

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 indicator stays on for an extended period of time orflashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your deale...

PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM The perimeter anti-theft system will warn you in the event of anunauthorized entry to your vehicle. 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 s...

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 Head ...

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. To maximize restraint system effectiveness, the driver andpas...

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 (if equipped) To operate the heated seats: • Push the indicated side of thecontrol for maximum heat. • Push again to deactivate. •...

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 driver, should alwaysproperly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (S...

Automatic locking mode How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clickingsound. This indicates the safety be...

When to use the automatic locking mode • Anytime a child safety seat is installed in the vehicle. Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Unbuckle the combination lap and shoulder belt and allow it to ret...

If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the vehicle hasreached at least 3 mph (5 km/h)and 1-2 minutes have elapsedsince the ignition switch has beenturned to ON... The BeltMinder feature isactivated - the safety belt warninglight illuminates and the warningchime sounds for 6 seco...

Reasons given... Consider... “Safety belts don’t work” Safety belts, when used properly, reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. “Traffic is light” Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur insingle-vehicle crashes, many when no other vehicles are around. “Belts wri...

• Followed by three seconds with the safety belt warning light off. • Once again, the safety belt warning light will flash four times persecond for three seconds. 9. After receiving confirmation, the deactivation/activation procedure iscomplete. Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is t...

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 (SRS) o...

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. The SRS ...

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...

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 manual. If the air bag is not replaced, theunrepaired area will increase therisk of injury in ...

Important child restraint precautions You are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U.S.and Canada. If small children (generally children who are four years oldor younger and who weigh 40 lbs [18 kg] or less) ride in your vehicle,you must put them in safety seats made especial...

Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift thechild up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the kneesbend comfortably. Booster seats also make the shoulder belt fit betterand more comfortably for growing children. When children should use booster seats Ch...

• Those with a high back. A backless booster would be abetter choice because the highback booster will place the childcloser to the instrument paneland airbag. Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped withlap/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lbs (18 kg).The shoulder belt...

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

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...

TIRE REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride andhandling capability. Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same sizeand type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. Us...

When driving with the T-type/mini-spare tire do not: • Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) • Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on theSafety Compliance Label • Tow a trailer • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the T-type/mini sparetire • Use more than one T-type/mini spare t...

• Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar sparetire/wheel The usage of a dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead to impairment of thefollowing: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capabi...

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 ...

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 Guide that comes with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more evenly, ...

• 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 ...

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Labellocated on the driver’s door or B-Pillar. The total load on eachaxle must never exceed its GAWR. Exceeding the S...

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will betransferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how thisreduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. The following gives you a few more examples on how to calculate theavailable amount ...

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 behind arecreational vehicle). These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is notdamaged due to insufficie...

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...

Using the engine block heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in startingand heater/defroster performance. Use of an engine block heater isstrongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach-10°F (-23°C) or below. For best results, plug the ...

Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). Thissystem helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops bykeeping the brakes from locking. Noise from the ABS pump motor andbrake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking ...

Parking brake To set the parking brake (1), pullthe parking brake handle up as faras possible. The BRAKE warninglamp will illuminate and will remainilluminated until the parking brakeis released. To release, press and hold thebutton (2), pull the handle upslightly, then push the handle down. Always ...

surface, try switching the Traction Control 娂 system off. This may allow excess wheel spin to “dig” the vehicle out and enable a successful“rocking” maneuver. If the Traction Control 娂 system is cycled excessively, the brake portion of the system will shut down to prevent the rear brakes fromoverhea...

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

Driving with a 5–speed automatic transmission This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy.Adaptive Shift Strategy offers the optimal transmission operation andshift quality. When the vehicle’s battery has been disconnected for anytype of service or repair, the transmission ...

• Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission todownshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed. 1 (First) This position allows for first gear only. • Provides maximum engine braking. • Will not downshift into first gear at high speeds; will cause thetransmission to d...

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 when thevehicle reaches a speed below a calibrated entry speed, the transmissionwill allow a downshift into the next lower gear if again selected by thedriver. This is to...

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...

This switch is located in the driver’sfootwell, behind the kick panel. To reset the switch: 1. Turn the ignition OFF. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are apparent, reset theswitch by pushing in on the resetbutton. 4. Turn the ignition ON. 5. Wait a few seconds and returnthe key to...

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 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)module 4 5A Cluster, Powertrain ControlModule (PCM) relay coil, Inertiaswitch, Transmission park switch 5 ...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 34 5A Outside mirrors 35 5A Brake pedal switch Relay 1 — Not used Front power distribution box The front power distribution box islocated in the engine compartment.The power distribution box containshigh-current fuses t...

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 ...

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. + – + – + – + – REVIEW COPY 2005 Thunderbird (tbr...

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...

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson-MossWarranty Act, or to the extent allowed by state law, before pursuingreplacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. Thisdispute handling procedure ...

• available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Companyvehicles. The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordMotor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modifyprocedures and/or to discontinue this service without notice and withoutincu...

before the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide thecase whether or not an oral presentation is made. An oral presentationmay be requested by the Board as well. Making a decision Board members review all available information related to eachcomplaint, including oral presentation...

The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedyalternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce asettlement have failed. This procedure is without cost to you and isdesigned to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legalproceedings. In the CAMVAP program,...

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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 is availablefrom your dealer. • Using high water pressure or wand-type car washes against theconvertible top and windows may cause water leaks andpossi...

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 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. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument pane...

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 Motorcraft Extra StrengthUpholstery Cleaner (ZC-41). • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the are...

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...

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

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. Air filter assembly 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8. Power distribution box REVIEW COPY ...

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 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...

3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above theMAX mark on the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated. 5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwisetightly until clicks are heard, or unt...

It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (oranother brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich is located in the luggagecompartment, next to the spare tire. Your battery is des...

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 “FULL COLD” level or within the“COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir(depending upon application). • 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...

remove 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 pressure relief cap. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and ...

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...

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...

Use the following guidelines to avoid static build-up when filling anungrounded fuel container: • Place approved fuel container on the ground. • DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including thecargo area). • Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container whilefill...

Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-wide Fuel Charterthat recommends gasoline specifications to provide improvedperformance and emission control system protection for your vehicle.Gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter should be used whenavailable. Ask your fuel supplier about...

Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal tothe rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Refill capacities section of this chapter. The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and theempty reserve combined. Indicated ca...

5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fueleconomy: Calculation 1: Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used. Calculation 2: Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total kilometers traveled. Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (cit...

Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fueleconomy. • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow there...

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and acatalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply withapplicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalyticconverter and other emission control components continue to workproper...

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 for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not consume fluid.However, the fluid level should be che...

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...

For PCV valve replacement, see your dealer or a qualified servicetechnician. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the PCV valve. Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material anddesign specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft oreq...

Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity Rear axle 3 Motorcraft SAE75W-90 FuelEfficient HighPerformanceSynthetic RearAxle Lubricant All 2.5–2.7 pints(1.2–1.3L) Fuel tank N/A All 18.5 gallons(70.0L) Transmissionfluid 4 MotorcraftMERCON 威 V ATF Automatic(5R55S) 11.9 quarts(11.2L) 5 Windshieldwasher f...

Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Fordspecification Rear AxleLubricant Motorcraft SAE75W-90 FuelEfficient HighPerformanceSynthetic RearAxle Lubricant 2 XY-75W90-QFEHP Automatictransmissionfluid MotorcraftMERCON 威 V ATF 3 XT-5-QM MERCON 威 V Windshieldwasher fluid MotorcraftPremiumWindshieldWasherCon...

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...

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...

A Accessory delay ..........................40 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ....................................87, 95 and child safety seats ..............88description ..........................87, 95disposal ......................................97driver air bag ......................89, ...

V Vehicle dimensions ...................214 Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) ..........................................216 Vehicle loading ..........................130 Ventilating your vehicle ...........139 W Warning lights (see Lights) .......10 Washer fluid ..............................185 Wa...