Ford 2006 Crown Victoria v.2- 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 New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered byyour vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide. Notice to owners of Severe Duty vehicles Before you dri...

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 Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -...

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...

Check engine: The Check engine indicator light illuminates when theignition is first turned to the ONposition to check the bulb. Solidillumination after the engine is started indicates the On BoardDiagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the M...

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 authorized dealer. Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated orcontinues to fla...

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...

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 as safelypossible, switch off the engine and let the eng...

AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM stereo (if equipped) 1. Seek: Press / to find the next strong station down/up thefrequency band. 2. Tune: Press / to manually change radio frequency down/up. 3. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode. 4. Memory preset buttons: To set a station: Select frequency ban...

next selection). Then, press REW (for the beginning of the currentselection) or FF (to advance to the next selection). The tape MUST havea blank section of at least four seconds duration between programs. 5. Side 1–2: Press to change tape direction. 6. REW (rewind): Press to rewind the tape. FF (fas...

8. SEL: Use with Bass, Treble, Balance, Fade and other menufunctions. 9. MENU: Press MENU to access the following functions: Compression: Brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level when in CD mode. Press MENU until compression status is displayed. Press SEL to en...

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 press SEL-TEXT to shift sound to the rear/front speakers. 5. Phone/mute: Press to mute the...

Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby 威 and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories LicensingCorporation. Setting the clock: Press MENU repeatedly until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed. Press SEL-TEXT to manually decrease/increase the hours/minutes. Pres...

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...

CD/CD player care: Do: • Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. • Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleanerand wipe from the center out. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periodsof time. • Clean using a circul...

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...

• 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....

High beams Push the lever toward theinstrument panel to activate. Pullthe lever towards you to deactivate. Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the lowbeam headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the k...

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel during headlampand parklamp operation. • Rotate the thumbwheel from leftto right to brighten theinstrument panel. • Rotate the thumbwheel from rightto left to dim the instrumentpanel. Domelamp Control The panel dimmer control a...

INTERIOR LAMPS Map/Courtesy lamps The courtesy lamps light when: • any door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmerswitch is rotated past the detent. • the UNLOCK control of theremote entry controls is pressedand the ignition is OFF. The reading lamps can be turned onby pressing the rocker controls...

Rear courtesy/reading lamps Rotate the lens to illuminate thelamp. With the lens in the flatposition, the courtesy lamp lightswhen: • Any door is opened. • The panel dimmer thumbwheel isrotated fully to the right pastdetent. BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamp Condensation The headlamps are vented to equalize...

Function Trade Number License plate lamp 168 High-mount brakelamp 912 Luggage compartment lamp 212-2 Rear reading lamp 578 Map lamp 906 Dual floorwell lamp 906 Glove compartment 168 Visor vanity lamp - Slide on Rail system(SOR) 37 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To repla...

1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF position, then open the trunkand remove the pin-type retainerand carefully pull the carpet away toexpose the lamp assembly hardware. 2. Remove three nuts and the lampassembly from the vehicle. 3. Remove the bulb socket byrotating it counterclockwise, thenpulling...

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...

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamp. Slide on rod feature(if equipped) 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 befo...

OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according toyour option package. Some of the features in the overhead consoleinclude Compass, Homelink, and Moon Roof controls. Compass mode The compass reading may be affected when you drive ne...

door to stop and reverse, does not meet current U.S. federal safetystandards. For more information, contact HomeLink 威 at: www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future programmingprocedures (i.e. new HomeLink 威 equipped vehicle p...

2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 1–3 inches (2–8 cm)away from the HomeLink 威 button you wish to program (located on your overhead console) while keeping the display in view. 3. Simultaneously press and holdboth the HomeLink 威 and hand-held transmitter button. The messageCHANNEL “X” ...

5. Press and hold the just-trained HomeLink 威 button and observe the HomeLink 威 house icon on the display. If the indicator light(s) underneath the house icon are constant, programming is complete andyour device should activate when the HomeLink 威 button is pressed and released. Note: To program the...

• Continue to press and hold theHomeLink 威 button (note step 3 in the “Programming” section)while you press and release — every two seconds (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter untilthe frequency signal has beenaccepted by the HomeLink 威 . The message CHANNEL “X” (1,2 or 3)TRAINING will appear on th...

• After about 20 seconds, themessage CHANNELS CLEAREDwill appear on the display. Do nothold for longer that 30 seconds.HomeLink 威 is now in the train (or learning) mode and can beprogrammed at any timebeginning with step 2 in the“Programming” section. Reprogramming a single HomeLink 姞 button To prog...

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insertany other object in the power outlet as this will damage theoutlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory oraccessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the poweroutlet can cause damage ...

Do not block the sensor on the backside of the inside rear view mirrorsince this may impair proper mirror performance. EXTERIOR MIRRORS 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 t...

POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedalshould only be adjusted when thevehicle is stopped and the gearshiftlever is in the P (Park) position. Press and hold the rocker control toadjust accelerator and brake pedal. • Press the right side of the control to adjust the...

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 you turn the speed control or the ignition off, yourspeed control set speed memory iserased. ...

Climate control features • Press TEMP + or - to adjusttemperature. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) To vent the moon roof: • Press and hold the controlforward to raise the moon roof tothe vent position (when the glasspanel is closed). To open the moon roof: • For one-touch operation, pressthe control rearwar...

transmitters with a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radiofrequency codes of most transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gateoperators, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting. When programming your HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System to a garage door o...

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...

Your display can show up to 3 reconfigurable telltales at one time. Whatever is displayed in the top left corner has the highest priority. PremiumDisplay Severity Indicator (located under the Message Center): Indicatesseverity of the information being displayed on the premium display. Redfor high se...

In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center willcycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for4 seconds. The message center will display the last selected feature if there are nomore warning messages. This allows you to use the full functionality ofthe message...

To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change[approximately 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 180 days] perform thefollowing: 1. Press and hold the RESETcontrol for 2 seconds and release.Oil life is set to 100% and “OIL LIFEXXX% HOLD RESET IF NEW OIL”is displayed. 2. Press and hold the RE...

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Do not install additional floor mats on top of the factory installedfloor mats as they may interfere with the accelerator or the brake pedals. Position the driver floor mat so thatthe eyelet is over the pointed end ofthe retention post and rotateforward to lock in. Make ...

KEYS The vehicle is equipped with a master (black) key and valet (gray) keylock system (if equipped with valet feature). • The master key will access the vehicle’s doors, trunk, glove box,ignition and remote trunk release. • The valet key (if equipped) will access doors and ignition only. Before usi...

The vehicle may still be locked with the key in the ignition, andperforming one of the following actions: • Pressing the manual lock button on the door. • Operating the remote entry transmitter (if equipped). • Operating the keyless entry keypad (if equipped). • Operating the driver’s door with a ke...

• the vehicle has then come to a stop and the ignition is turned to the2 (ACCESSORY) or 1 (OFF/LOCK) position, and • the driver door is opened {within ten minutes after the ignition wastransitioned to the 2 (ACCESSORY) or 1 (OFF/LOCK) position}. Note: The vehicle doors will not auto-unlock if the ve...

• 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. You can also program your own 5–digit personal entrycode. The factory-set code is located: • On the owner’s wallet card in the glove...

Immobiliser System PATS XCVR certification numbers Kuwait M.C/U.S.0 /5/7-12579 Mauritius TA/2005/15 Mayotte (F) Mexico RLVVIVP03-324 Morocco MR 1299 ANRT 2004 Netherlands Antilles (NL) Nicaragua NCG-CE-04-004 Northern Mariana Islands See USA Oman OMA/1265(A) 1308/2001 Puerto Rico See USA Qatar QTEL/...

SEATING Adjustable head restraints Head restraints help to limit head motion in the event of a rear collision.To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that itis located directly behind your head or as close to that position aspossible. Refer to the following to raise and l...

Press to move the front portion ofthe seat cushion up or down. Press to move the rear portion ofthe seat cushion up or down. Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is locatedon the outboard side of the seat. Press one side of the control toadjust firmness. Press the ot...

• Push the indicated side of thecontrol for minimum heat. • Push again to deactivate. The heated seat module resets at every ignition run cycle. While theignition is in the ON position, activating the high or low heated seatswitch enables heating mode. When activated, they will turn offautomatically...

information early in the crash event on the severity of the impact. Thisallows your Personal Safety System 娂 to distinguish between different levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of thedual-stage airbags and safety belt pretensioners. Driver’s seat position sensor The driver’s...

• The warning light will not illuminate immediately after ignition isturned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatperiodically until the problem and warning light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the PersonalSafety System 娂 serv...

Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety beltassembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on theoutside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. 2)Never swing the safety belt around your n...

Energy management feature • This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy managementfeature at the front outboard seating positions to help further reducethe risk of injury in the event of a head-on collision. • This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed topay out webbi...

movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a cornersharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h)or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forwardmovement of the driver and passengers. Webbing extraction sensitive mode The webbing s...

• 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. Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short...

If... Then... The driver’s and frontpassenger’s safety belts arebuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition or less than 1-2 minuteshave elapsed since the ignitionswitch has been turned ON... The BeltMinder 威 feature will not activate. The driver’s or front passenger’ssafety belt i...

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid theBeltMinder 威 chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident. To disable (one-time) or deactivate theBeltMinder 威 feature please follow the directions stated below. One time disable If at any time the driver/fro...

1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOTSTART THE ENGINE) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately1 minute) • Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety beltwarning light turns off. 3. For the seating position being disabled, at a...

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 the vehicle, including the driver, should alw...

To properly position yourself away from the airbag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching thepedals comfortably. • Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright position. Do not put anything on or over the air bag module. Placingobjects on or over the ai...

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...

• the seat is empty and safety belt is unbuckled. • a child or a small person occupies the front passenger seat and thechild or small person is unbuckled. The front passenger sensing systemuses a ⬙ passenger airbag off ⬙ or ⬙ pass airbag off ⬙ indicator which will illuminate and stay lit to remind y...

In case there is a problem with thefront passenger sensing system, theairbag readiness lamp in theinstrument cluster will stay lit. If the airbag readiness lamp is lit, do the following: The driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects thatmay be lodged underneath the front passenger ...

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 Airbag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required. A difficulty with the system is ...

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 airbag hasdeployed, the airbag wil...

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

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 ...

Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They canslide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision. SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. Carefully follow all o...

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

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...

gauges may be inaccurate. Ford Motor Company recommends the use ofa digital or dial-type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick-type tirepressure gauge. Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tireperformance and wear. Under-inflation or over-inflation may causeuneven treadwear patt...

To check the pressure in your tire(s): 1. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are not hot from drivingeven a mile. Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressurewhen you get to the pump. It is no...

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them if one or more of the following conditions exist: Tire wear When the tread is worn down to1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires mustbe replaced to help pre...

Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires mayfail and injure a passenger or bystander. Highway hazards No matter how carefully you drive there’s always the possibility that youmay eventually have a flat tire on the highway. Drive slowly to theclosest safe area out of traffic. This m...

• 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 an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, ti...

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, ...

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

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(vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a TireLabel). Look for “THE COMBINED WEI...

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. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehi...

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 B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The totalload on each axle must never exceed its GAWR....

GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loadedvehicle (including all options,equipment, passengers and cargo). The GVWR is shown on theSafety Compliance CertificationLabel located on the B-Pillar orthe edge of the driver’s door.The GVW must never exceed theGV...

10–15% (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15–25% (fifth wheeltrailer), and driver only (150 lb. [68 kg]). Consult your authorized dealer (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer) for more detailed information. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on 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 yourauthorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions andequipment for hooking up trailer lamps. Driving while you tow When tow...

refilling your rear axle with synthetic gear lube if not already soequipped. Refer to the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for the lubricant specification. Remember that regardless of the rear axlelube used, do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of anew vehicle, and that the fi...

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...

5. Turn the key to 3 (ON) withoutturning the key to 4 (START). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 3 (ON) withoutturning the key to 4 (ST...

Do not use starting fluid such as ether in the air intake system. Suchfluid could cause immediate explosive damage to the engine and possiblepersonal injury. If you should experience cold weather starting problems on E 85 ethanol, and neither an alternative brand of E 85 ethanol nor an engine block ...

results, plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle.The heater can be plugged in the night before starting the vehicle. BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for scheduled maintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal a...

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 unwanted vehiclemovement, always s...

The transmission control indicatorlight (TCIL) will illuminate on theinstrument cluster. Drive (not shown) Drive is activated when the transmission control switch is pressed. • This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive. • O/D OFF lamp is illuminated. • Provides engine braking. • Us...

Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operatingtemperature or damage to the transmission may occur. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to thetransmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat. DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standingw...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 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...

Canadian customers refer to your Owner Information Guide forinformation on: • coverage period • exact fuel amounts • towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and ...

• The hazard lights control islocated on top of the steeringcolumn. • Depress hazard lights control toactivate all hazard flasherssimultaneously. • Depress control again to turn theflashers off. FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH FUEL RESET The fuel pump shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the elect...

3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switch bypushing in on the reset button. 4. Turn the ignition to the ON position. Pause for a few seconds andreturn the key to the OFF position. 5. Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system. FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical com...

COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 50A — — Red Red Red 60A — — Blue — Yellow 70A — — Tan — Brown 80A — — Natural — Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel bythe brake ped...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 15A Taxi roof lamp, Cluster, LightingControl Module (Interior Lighting) 2 10A Ignition (ON) - ElectronicAutomatic Temperature Control(EATC) module, A/C mode switch(vehicles equipped with manualA/C only), A/C blower re...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 15 7.5A Ignition (ON/ACC) - LCM, Doorlock switch illumination, Heatedseat switch illumination,Moonroof, Overhead console,Electrochromatic mirror 16 15A Ignition (ON) - Turn signals 17 10A Ignition (ON/ACC) - Audio 18 10...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 28 7.5A Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp(CHMSL) 29 15A Audio 30 15A MFS, Stop lamps 31 15A Hazards (non-Police vehicles) 20A Hazards (Police vehicles) 32 10A Mirror heaters, Rear defrosterswitch indicator 33 10A Ignition (...

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...

• Tow a trailer • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar sparetire • Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheellocatio...

When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additionalcaution should be given to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel andseek service as ...

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 wheel. 6. If equipped with a fullwheelcover, remove the wheelcovercenter ornament then lo...

To lessen risk of personalinjury, do not put any part of your body under the vehiclewhile changing a tire. Do not startthe engine when your vehicle ison the jack. The jack is ONLYmeant for changing the tire. • Never use the rear differentialas a jacking point. 8. Remove the metal lug nuts with the l...

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

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarburetor/fuel injection system. 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 dealer for warrantyrepairs. While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line willprovide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingauthorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfac...

achieving satisfaction by following the three-step procedure outlined onthe front page of the Warranty Guide. However, if your warranty concernhas not been resolved using the three-step procedure, you may beeligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program. The BBB AUTO LINE program consists of t...

If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can only get fuel with an anti-knockindex lower than is recommended for your vehicle, contact a regionaloffice or owner relations/customer relationship office. The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion maydamage the effectiveness of your emi...

(Items in this catalog may be purchased by credit card, check ormoney order.) Obtaining a French owner’s guide French Owner’s Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer orby writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, ServicePublications, P.O. Box 1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario ...

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 authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can dis...

WAXING Applying Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45) to your vehicle every sixmonths will assist in reducing minor scratches and paint damage. • Wash the vehicle first. • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft PremiumLiquid Wax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your authorized dealer,o...

ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. Thehigh-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and causedamage. • Do not spray a hot engine with ...

PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and TarRemover (ZC-42). • For plastic...

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then with a clean, drycloth, or use Motorcraft Dash & Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38-A). • Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion ofthe instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protec...

Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaningthe seat-mounted side airbag (if equipped). Such products could contaminate the side airbag system and affect performance of the sideairbag in a collision. LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED) Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protectiv...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer canprovide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide/Owner Informati...

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. 2006 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners ...

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

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.Do not use any special washer fluidsuch as windshield water repellenttype fluid or bug wash. They m...

Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and thewindshield, refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter. To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended toscrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. Thelayer of ice has man...

• 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 to raise the level within thenormal operating range. • If required, add engine oil to theengine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter. • Do not ...

To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with theengine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetr...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalledafter the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep...

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

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling centerto find out more about recyclingautomotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant sho...

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “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...

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 chapter....

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...

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot. 5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problemincreases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to anauthorized dealer as soon as possible....

Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforerefueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle beforerefueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmfulor fatal if swallowed. Fuels such as gasoline and ethanol are highlytoxi...

Refueling Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severeinjuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; • Turn off your engine when you are refueling; • Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle; • Keep spa...

If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel fillercap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty maybe void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if thecorrect genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. The fuel system may be under pressure. If...

FFV engine (if equipped) Your FFV will operate well on ordinary “Regular” unleaded gasoline, butonly the highest quality fuel ethanol will provide the same level ofprotection and performance. To identify if your vehicle is an FFV, checkyour VIN or the label on the inside of your fuel filler door. Wh...

of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accuratemeasurement after 2,000 miles-3,000 miles (3,000 km–5,000 km). 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 sect...

4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometerreading. 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 totalkilometers travele...

• Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving. 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...

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...

condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, aminimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary asdescribed below: • First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway. • Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic withat le...

BRAKE FLUID The fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels below the “MAX” linethat do not trigger the brake systemwarning lamp are within the normaloperating range, there is no need toadd fluid. If the fluid levels are outside of...

High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe rangemay result in transmission failure.An overfill condition of transmissionfluid may cause shift and/orengagement concerns and/orpossible damage. High fluid levels can be caused byan overheating condition. Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels B...

For PCV valve replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to scheduled maintenance information 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 orequivalent replacement...

Fluid Ford Part Name Capacity Fuel tank N/A 19.0 gallons (71.9L) Rear axle lubricant 5 Motorcraft SAE80W-90 Premium RearAxle Lubricant 5.0 pints (2.4L) 7 Windshield washerfluid Motorcraft PremiumWindshield WasherConcentrate Fill to line on reservoir 1 Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford spe...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Fordspecification Brake fluid Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid 1 PM-1 or PM-1-C ESA-M6C25-A orWSS-M6C62-A Doorweatherstrips Silicone SprayLubricant XL-6 ESR-M13P4-A Engine coolant MotorcraftPremium GoldEngine Coolant(...

Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Fordspecification Power steeringfluid MotorcraftMERCON 威 Multi-PurposeATF XT-2-QDX MERCON 威 Automatictransmission(4R75E) MotorcraftMERCON 威 V ATF 3 XT-5-QM MERCON 威 V Rear AxleLubricant Motorcraft SAE80W-90Premium RearAxle Lubricant 2 XY-80W90-QL WSP-M2C197-A Winds...

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These qualityaccessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotiveneeds; they are custom designed to complement th...

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

A ABS (see Brakes) .....................171 Air cleaner filter ...............251–252 Air conditioning ..........................37 Air suspension ...........................176 description ..............................176 Airbag supplementalrestraint system ........117–118, 127 and child safety se...

recreational towing .................165trailer towing ..........................162wrecker ....................................206 Traction control ........................174 Traction-lok rear axle ...............177 Transmission .............................177 brake-shift interlock(BSI) ...........