Page 1: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning lights and chimes Gauges Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo with CD AM/FM stereo cassette with CD AM/FM stereo with cassette and in-dash six CD Navigation system Climate Controls Dual automatic temperature control Rear window defroster Lights Headlamps Turn signal control...
Page 2 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire Information Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing Driving Starting Brakes Traction control Air suspension Transmission operation Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires...
Page 4: Introduction
For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: • In the United States: www.ford.com •...
Page 5 Introduction Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment.
Page 6 • where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent,...
Page 7 Introduction Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag. Cell phone use The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, drivers must not compromise their own or others’...
Page 8: Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Introduction 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 Installation Child Seat Lower Warning Anchor Child Seat Tether Brake System Anchor...
Page 9 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Power Window Lockout Front/Rear Interior Luggage Child Safety Door Compartment Release Lock/Unlock Symbol Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking, Flames, Battery Acid or Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid...
Page 10: Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works.
Page 11 Instrument Cluster Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will BRAKE momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when 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 ON position.
Page 12 Instrument Cluster Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Traction control active: Flashes when the Traction control system is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information.
Page 13: Gauges
Instrument Cluster GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.
Page 14 Instrument Cluster Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. Refer to Message Center in the Driver Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English and the odometer to the speedometer. Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys.
Page 15: Entertainment Systems
Entertainment Systems AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM Stereo Single CD Premium audio system (if equipped) Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window switches, radio and moon roof (if equipped) may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until any door is opened.
Page 16 Entertainment Systems 3. TUNE: Press to manually go up or down the radio frequency. 4. MUTE: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media or turn the volume control to adjust the volume. 5. Eject: Press to eject the CD. If the disc is not removed within the allotted time, the system will automatically reload the CD and begin play.
Page 17 Entertainment Systems to enable the compression feature when COMPRESS OFF is displayed. Press again to disable the feature when COMPRESS ON is displayed. When activated, the compression icon will appear in the display. Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2.
Page 18: Am/Fm Stereo Cassette With Cd
Entertainment Systems 13. AM: Press to select the AM frequency. 14. FM: Press to select the FM frequency. Press repeatedly to toggle between FM1 and FM2. 15. SHUF (Shuffle): Press to play all tracks on the current CD in random order. Press again to stop. 16.
Page 19 Entertainment Systems Audiophile Satellite Compatible AM/FM Stereo Single CD/Cassette system (if equipped) Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window switches, radio and moon roof (if equipped) may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until any door is opened.
Page 20 Entertainment Systems 3. BASS: Press BASS; then press SEL-TEXT decrease/increase the level of bass output. TREB (Treble): Press TREB; then press SEL-TEXT decrease/increase the level of treble output. 4. BAL (Balance): Press BAL; then press SEL-TEXT to shift sound to the left/right speakers. FADE: Press FADE;...
Page 21 Entertainment Systems FIND Program type: Allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for a certain category of music format: Classic, Country, Info, Jazz, Oldies, R&B, Religious, Rock, Soft, Top 40. With RDS ON, press MENU until the program type menu is displayed. One of the various program types will appear.
Page 22 Entertainment Systems The Dolby noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Armrest (if equipped): If your vehicle is equipped with Rear Seat Audio controls, this feature will be listed in Menu mode.
Page 23 Entertainment Systems FF (Fast forward): Press to fast forward in tape or CD mode. 13. SCAN: Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of radio stations, selections or CD tracks. Press again to stop. 14. SHUF (Shuffle): Press to play the tracks on the current CD in random order.
Page 24: Am/Fm Stereo With Cassette And In-Dash Six Cd
Entertainment Systems Audiophile Satellite Compatible AM/FM Stereo In-dash Six CD sound system (if equipped) Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window switches, radio and moon roof (if equipped) may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until any door is opened.
Page 25 Entertainment Systems CAT is only available when equipped with Satellite radio. Your vehicle may be equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your authorized dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit available only in the continental United States.
Page 26 Entertainment Systems TEXT: TEXT is only available when equipped with Satellite radio. Your vehicle may be equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your authorized dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit available only in the continental United States.
Page 27 Entertainment Systems Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. Press MENU until AUTOSET appears in the display. Press SEL-TEXT to toggle ON/OFF. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing.
Page 28 Entertainment Systems 14. CD: Press to enter CD mode. Press CD and a preset to select a specific CD to play. 15. SAT: SAT is only available when equipped with Satellite radio. Your vehicle may be equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your authorized dealer.
Page 29 Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Dirty, warped or damaged CDs, irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player.
Page 30: Navigation System
Entertainment Systems LINCOLN NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Lincoln Navigation System which allows you to listen to the radio, play CDs and also navigate the vehicle using a navigation DVD. THX audio system (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with the THX certified premium audio system.
Page 31 Entertainment Systems 1. VOL-PUSH: Press to turn the system ON/OFF. Turn to adjust the audio volume level. 2. AUDIO: Press to enter audio mode and access radio, CD, CDDJ, DVD (if equipped) settings. 3. MAP: Press to enter map mode and view your current vehicle position on the map.
Page 32 Entertainment Systems Initial map display After pressing AGREE to the initial WARNING screen, you will move into the initial map screen which shows the current vehicle location. Pressing the globe icon will take you to the user settings — audible feedback, navigation units, language and clock (if equipped).
Page 33 Entertainment Systems To play a previously loaded CD: 1. Ensure that the vehicle ignition is on. 2. Press AUDIO. 3. Press CD to select a CD which is already loaded. (NO CD will appear in the display if there are no CDs loaded into the system). Use the controls (1–6) to select the desired CD.
Page 34 Entertainment Systems 2. Press DEST. The warning screen will appear. After reading, press AGREE. The screen will show a map with your current location. Press DEST again. 3. Select the desired type of destination entry. You may select “Address”, “Point of Interest”, “Emergency”...
Page 35 Entertainment Systems 4. Press DEST at the bottom of the map screen. 5. Choose the desired route by pressing the NEXT button (if it appears). There can be up to three alternative routes. 6. Press START to begin the navigation guidance. To adjust the voice guidance volume: 1.
Page 36 Entertainment Systems Press VOICE briefly (on your steering wheel controls) and the voice icon appears on the Navigation display. Press the REPEAT button or arrow on your steering wheel controls to hear the previous command repeated from the navigation system. The voice activated command feature will not operate if a map DVD is not inserted into the navigation DVD unit.
Page 37 Entertainment Systems Commands that jump over screens: • Current position • Current location • Map While in navigation map mode, the following commands are available: • Zoom in • Zoom out • Minimum scale • Maximum scale • North up •...
Page 38 Entertainment Systems • Chinese food • Continental restaurant • Continental food • French restaurant • French food • Italian restaurant • Italian food • Japanese restaurant • Japanese food • Mexican restaurant • Mexican food • Seafood restaurant • Seafood •...
Page 39 Entertainment Systems • Change to arrow guidance • Change to arrow guide • Turn list guidance • Turn list guide • Change to turn list guidance • Change to turn list guide • Entire route map • Entire route • Route overview •...
Page 40 Entertainment Systems Volume/power control Press knob to turn the audio system on/off. Turn to raise or lower volume. The levels will be displayed on the screen. To activate the navigation mode, press MAP or DEST. To adjust the navigation voice output level, select the NAV MENU button via the map screen.
Page 41 Entertainment Systems 3. SCV is located in the middle of the screen. Press to turn on. 4. Select setting 1 to 7 or turn off. The recommended level for the speed compensated volume is from level 1 through level 3. When activated, level 1 is the minimum setting and level 7 is the maximum setting.
Page 42 Entertainment Systems Tune adjust Press TUNE to manually move down/up ( ) the frequency band. In CD mode, press TRACK to select the previous/next ( Autoset memory preset Autoset allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations.
Page 43 Entertainment Systems Scan Press SCAN for a brief sampling of SOUND all listenable stations and CD tracks. SEEK TUNE Press again to disable and remain on AUTO SET SCAN PRESET SCAN the current selection. TRAFFIC INFO SET PTY 87.9 89.9 98.1 98.5 106.3...
Page 44 Entertainment Systems Traffic information not available in most U.S. markets. Information feature Press INFO to view the frequency, SOUND call letters and PTY category of the SEEK TUNE selected FM station. SCAN PRESET SCAN AUTO SET TRAFFIC INFO SET PTY 87.9 98.1 98.5...
Page 45 Entertainment Systems • Soft • Top 40 Once PTY has been programmed, press SEEK ( ) or SCAN to initiate a search up or down the frequency. Preset scan and Autoset also initiate PTY searches. The search will stop when the desired program type has been reached. If no program type is found, a message will display.
Page 46 Entertainment Systems Bass : Allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output. Treble : Allows you to raise or lower the audio system’s treble output. Fade : Allows you to adjust the amount of sound emitted from the front and rear speakers.
Page 47 Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player.
Page 48 Entertainment Systems Press CD. CD play will begin where it stopped last. Loading a CD: 1. Press CD OPEN CLOSE on the bezel. 2006 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 49 Entertainment Systems 2. The navigation screen will fold down, allowing you access to the in-dash six CD system. 3. Press LOAD and the desired CD slot number. The indicator light will blink slowly at first, then quickly, signaling the system is ready. 4.
Page 50 Entertainment Systems Rewind/fast forward in CD mode Press to reverse or advance ) in the current CD track. Scan feature in CD mode Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of all tracks on the current CD. Press again to disengage and remain with the current track.
Page 51 Entertainment Systems Pause In CD mode, press PAUSE to pause the current track. Press again to continue playing. Map mode Map display information To access the map display, press MAP on the bezel. Once pressed, the current map display will appear on the screen showing the current vehicle location.
Page 52 Entertainment Systems • Touch one of the arrow buttons repeatedly for the map to be displayed again at the final zoom level. • Touch one of the segments of the scale indicator for the map to be displayed at the selected zoom level. Additional map function buttons To initiate the display of additional map function buttons, tap the map...
Page 53 Entertainment Systems Route preferences After entering a destination, the Route preferences will appear on the screen showing what is currently selected. You may choose to activate/deactivate selections which the system will factor in when calculating your route. Those options are: •...
Page 54 Entertainment Systems You will be able to view the information (if available) as well as choose to store the destination as a memory point by pressing OK. Screen symbols Navigation symbol — Indicates the current vehicle position and points to the direction in which the vehicle is currently traveling.
Page 55 Entertainment Systems Avoid areas or points — The “X” symbol indicates a point. to be avoided in route calculations. If the avoid point is enlarged to an avoid area, it will appear on the screen as a shaded box. Way point symbol — Indicates the location of a way point (locations you wish to visit in route to your ultimate destination) on the map.
Page 56 Entertainment Systems Once pressed, the Navigation Menu will display showing the following options: • Route Options/Preferences • Navigation Set Up • Display Options • Stored Locations • On Route Scroll • Voice Guidance/Volume Depending upon whether or not a route is active will determine if route options/route preferences is contained on the Navigation Menu.
Page 57 Entertainment Systems Ensure that you follow highway code restrictions and do not take any risks. For example, if you are unable to make a U-turn, continue on your journey. The navigation system will recalculate your route to get you back to an appropriate road to your destination. Navigation set up The Navigation Set up screen will allow you to make adjustments to...
Page 58 Entertainment Systems Restore system defaults Resets all system user-selectable options to the default (automatic) values (i.e. guidance, voice, search area and route preferences). Calibration This feature is helpful if the car has been towed, or if you notice it is not registering at the correct vehicle location on the map.
Page 59 Entertainment Systems Display Options The Display Options screen will allow you make adjustments to the navigation display screen. You can choose from: • Map Mode (Dual or Full) • Guidance Mode (Arrows or Turn list) • Guidance Display (On or Off) •...
Page 60 Entertainment Systems In this screen, you can select from Memory Points, Special Memory Points, Home, Avoid Area, Destination and Way Point, or Previous Destination. Please refer to the Destination menu section for a complete description of the functions. On route scroll The system automatically scrolls through the entire planned navigation route either forwards or...
Page 61 Entertainment Systems Voice guidance/volume Allows you to turn the voice guidance option on/off and to determine the volume level of the guidance voice prompts. To adjust: 1. Press the MAP hard key. 2. Press “Nav Menu” at the bottom left hand corner of the screen. 3.
Page 62 Entertainment Systems Home To set home for the first time: 1. Press MAP. 2. Press “Nav. Menu”. 3. Press “Stored Locations”. 4. Press “Home”. 5. Press “Add”. 2006 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 63 Entertainment Systems 6. Select the desired menu item you wish to set as Home (Address, Memory Point, Point of Interest, Previous Destination). 7. Enter the required details. 8. Press OK to set the home position. To view home, press the home icon (house) on the Destination Entry screen.
Page 64 Entertainment Systems To view the set home position 1. Press MAP. 2. Press “Nav. Menu”. 3. Press “Stored Locations”. 4. Press “Home”. 5. Press “List”. 2006 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 65 Entertainment Systems Deleting a home location 1. Press MAP. 2. Press “Nav. Menu”. 3. Press “Stored Locations”. 4. Press “Home”. 5. Press “Delete”. 2006 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 66 Entertainment Systems 6. Press YES to confirm. Special memory points There are five possible special memory points that you can set. To set a memory point: 1. Press the MAP hard key. 2. Press “Nav. Menu”. 2006 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 67 Entertainment Systems 3. Press “Stored Locations”. 4. Press “Special Memory”. 5. Press “Add” and select a position. 6. Select point 1–5. 7. Input a destination. 8. Press OK. Once all five special memory points are entered, the “Add” control will read as “Full”.
Page 68 Entertainment Systems 3. Press “Stored Locations”. 4. Press “Special Memory”. 5. Press “Delete”. The list will display. 6. Select the special memory point to delete. 7. Press “Del. all” to delete all entered special memory points. 8. Press “Yes” to confirm. Detour options You may engage the detour option once a route has already been calculated by the system.
Page 69 Entertainment Systems Press DETOUR to activate. Use the soft controls to select and enter the number of miles you want to deviate off of the current road. Press DETOUR to confirm the selection and to activate the detour around the specified areas. Press NEW ROUTE if you would like the system to plan a different route.
Page 70 Entertainment Systems Avoiding an area while under guidance For one reason or another, you may choose to avoid a certain area while in route to your destination. To select the area to avoid: • From the MAP screen, press Nav Menu.
Page 71 Entertainment Systems Deleting areas to avoid To delete a selection from the “Avoid area” list: • From the stored locations menu, select “Avoid area”. • Press DELETE • Select the desired area to be deleted. • Press DEL. ALL to delete all stored areas.
Page 72 Entertainment Systems Initial map display After pressing AGREE to the initial WARNING screen, you will move into the initial map screen which shows the current vehicle location. Pressing the globe icon will take you to the user settings — audible feedback, navigation units, language and clock (if equipped).
Page 73 Entertainment Systems Selecting a destination Press DEST to set a destination. From this menu, you may select from the following options: • Address— Use to select a destination based on a known street address. • Point of Interest— Use to select a destination that is a point of interest location (i.e., airport, restaurant, hospital).
Page 74 Entertainment Systems 2. Input the house/building number and press OK. 3. Use the keyboard to type in the street name. When you are typing the street name, the system may bring up possible roads that you can select from. Use the arrows to scroll up or down to select the desired street.
Page 75 Entertainment Systems 5. You may use the keyboard to input the desired city. Points of interest (POI) Select “Point of Interest” from the Destination Entry Menu. In this next menu, you will have the following options: • By Name— Enter POI name on the keyboard.
Page 76 Entertainment Systems Deleting stored locations Your navigation system allows you to delete any stored locations (previous destinations, memory points, special memory points, home, avoid areas, destination and way points, etc.) To delete any of these stored locations: 1. Press the MAP hard key. 2.
Page 77 Entertainment Systems 4. Select the desired item you wish to delete (previous destination, memory point, etc.). 5. Press “Delete” at the bottom of the screen. 6. The list of stored locations will be displayed. 7. Select (touch) the entry to be deleted.
Page 78 Entertainment Systems This screen will list the closest police station, hospital and dealer to your current location. Memory point Your navigation system allows you to go to special destinations you may wish to again visit. To view any of these “memory points” without a route calculated: 1.
Page 79 Entertainment Systems 1. Press the MAP hard key. 2. Press “Nav Menu” in the bottom left hand corner of the screen. 3. Press “Stored locations”. 4. Select “Memory Point”. 5. Press “Add” at the bottom of the screen. 6. Select the desired menu item. 7.
Page 80 Entertainment Systems To give the new memory point a name: 1. Select it from the list. 2. Press NAME. 3. Enter the desired name. Accessing memory point lists 1. Press the MAP hard key. 2. Press “Nav Menu” in the bottom left hand corner of the screen. 3.
Page 81 Entertainment Systems 4. Press “Memory Point”. 5. Press LIST 6. Select the desired entry to view its location details. Sorting memory point lists 1. Access the desired list. 2. Press the button to sort the list as desired (i.e. date, name, or icon). When sorted by distance, the points are ordered by distance from the current vehicle location.
Page 82 Entertainment Systems Choosing from the icon list After selecting a location, press ICON to edit. There will be 15 normal and three sound icons displayed. Press the icon you wish to use. The normal icons will be displayed on the map to indicate the map location identified with that icon.
Page 83 Entertainment Systems Freeway Entrance/Exit To set a freeway entrance or exit as a destination: 1. Press the DEST hard key. 2. Press “ Next page” to access the second page of the Destination Entry menu. 3. Select “Freeway Entrance/Exit”. 1. Enter freeway name— Enter the freeway name using the keyboard.
Page 84 Entertainment Systems Destination and way points The Store Dest. & Way Point menu is used after a destination or way point has been entered for the first time using the Destination Entry menu. You can store and delete destinations and way points (locations you wish to visit in route to your ultimate destination).
Page 85 Entertainment Systems Editing and changing order of way points and destination Press “Chg. Order” to change the order in which the way points are visited. The points are listed chronologically from bottom up, the destination being on the top. Press the MAP button to edit the way point location on the map display.
Page 86 Entertainment Systems Route calculation Once the route criteria is selected, the navigation system automatically calculates the selected destination. The route appears on the display screen and a voice prompt provides instructions. The system may calculate up to four routes for the desired destination. Press “Next”...
Page 87 Entertainment Systems To access menu mode, press the MENU hard control. Menu mode allows you to access: • System Set-up • Information — Gives you the Lincoln Customer Assistance Center information. • Brightness/Contrast — Allows you to adjust the brightness and contrast on the screen.
Page 88 Motor Company shall not be liable for any damages of any type arising from failure to follow these guidelines. Do not attempt to service, repair or modify the system. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. The driver must not attempt to operate any detailed operation of the navigation system while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 89 Ford or Lincoln Dealer. Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance Changes or modifications not approved by Ford Lincoln Mercury could void user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 90 Entertainment Systems Radio reception factors There are certain factors that may effect your radio reception. • Distance/strength. The further an FM signal travels, the weaker it is. The listenable range of the average FM station is approximately 40 km (24 miles). This range can be affected by “signal modulation.” Signal modulation is a process radio stations use to increase their strength/volume relative to other stations.
Page 91 Entertainment Systems • roads under cliffs Ensure that you do not have any metal objects on the rear parcel shelf. If your windows are tinted, ensure that you use non-metal tinting instead of metal oxide tinting. Both of these factors can interrupt GPS reception. Cleaning the display Do not spray cleaning fluid directly onto the unit.
Page 92 Entertainment Systems Ordering additional map DVDs If you wish to order a replacement or additional map, please call 1–888–NAV-MAPS (1–888–628–6277) or to log onto www.navtech.com. Latest map DVDs The map content is constantly changing due to new roads, traffic restrictions, etc. . Therefore, it is not always possible to exactly match the DVD map with the current roadways.
Page 93: Climate Controls
Climate Controls DUAL ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DEATC) SYSTEM 1. A/C control: Cools the vehicle and is used to reduce humidity in the vehicle. Press to turn on/off. The A/C control engages automatically in Auto, Defrost and Floor/Defrost modes. 2. Recirculation control: Cools the vehicle more quickly by recirculating the cabin air instead of using outside air and helps prevent unpleasant outside odors or fumes...
Page 94 Climate Controls 5. DUAL (Single/dual temperature DUAL control): Allows the driver to have full control of the cabin temperature settings (single zone) or allows the passenger to have control of their individual temperature settings (dual zone). Press to turn on dual zone mode, press again to return to single zone.
Page 95 Climate Controls 15. EXT: Displays the outside air temperature. It will remain displayed until the EXT control is pressed again. The external temperature will be most accurate when the vehicle has been moving for a period of time. 16. Temperature conversion: Press to toggle between Fahrenheit and Celsius temperature on the DEATC display only.
Page 96: Rear Window Defroster
Climate Controls REAR CONSOLE CLIMATE CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) • TEMP: Press to increase or decrease airflow temperature. • FAN: Press to increase or decrease the fan speed. REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel. Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog.
Page 97: Lights
Lights 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 light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control.
Page 98 Lights High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate. Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) The daytime running light system turns the headlamps on, with a reduced light output, when: •...
Page 99: Headlamps
Lights Foglamp control (if equipped) The foglamps can be turned on when the headlamp control is pulled toward you and is in any of the following positions: • Parking lamps • Low beams • Autolamps (when active) Foglamps will turn off when the highbeams are activated.
Page 100 Lights • (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters) • (2) Center height of lamp to ground • (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters) • (4) Horizontal reference line 2. Measure the height of the headlamp bulb center from the ground and mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height (a piece of masking tape works well).
Page 101: Turn Signal Control
Lights TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal. INTERIOR LAMPS Map/Courtesy lamps To turn on the map lamps, press the map lamp control. Rear courtesy/reading lamps The courtesy lamp lights when: •...
Page 102 Lights Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the following chart. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an “E” for Europe to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility.
Page 103 Lights Rear courtesy/reading lamps To replace the rear courtesy/reading lamp bulbs in the rear assist handle: 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position. 2. Under the handle, remove two trim screw covers, retaining screws, lamp assembly and assist handle from the headliner.
Page 104 Lights 5. Disconnect electrical connector and remove retainer and headlamp bulb from headlamp assembly. Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated.
Page 105 Lights 5. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly. 6. Carefully pull bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb until it snaps, locking it into position. 7. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse order.
Page 106 Lights Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then remove two screws, grommets and the license plate lamp assembly from the trunk lid. 2. Carefully pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb. 3.
Page 107: Driver Controls
Driver Controls MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers. Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: •...
Page 108 Driver Controls ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamp. Slide on rod feature (if equipped) Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage. Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield.
Page 109 Driver Controls AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug.
Page 110: Power Windows
Driver Controls Remote seat adjustment The rear passenger can move the front passenger seat forward or backward using the control located in the rear center console. Move the control forward or backward to move front passenger seat. Remote seat adjustment lockout The window lockout control, located on the drivers door, will also lockout the remote seat adjustment.
Page 111 Driver Controls Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. • Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close. • Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open. One touch down • Press AUTO completely down and release quickly.
Page 112: Mirrors
Driver Controls AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with an inside rear view mirror which has an auto-dimming function (available as an option on the outside driver’s side mirror). The electrochromic day/night mirror will change from the normal (high reflective) state to the non-glare (darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror.
Page 113: Speed Control
Driver Controls Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated. Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place.
Page 114 Driver Controls Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release 2.
Page 115 Driver Controls Resuming a set speed Press the RESUME control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. The RESUME control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 30 mph (48 km/h). Increasing speed while using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed:...
Page 116 Driver Controls • Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached, press the SET + control. Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. This will not erase your vehicle’s previously set speed.
Page 117 Driver Controls In any mode: • Press VOL + or - to adjust the volume. Climate control features (if equipped) • Press TEMP + or - to adjust temperature. Navigation control features (if equipped) Press and hold VOICE briefly until the voice icon appears on the Navigation display to use the...
Page 118: Moon Roof
Driver Controls Rear radio/climate controls lockout The rear radio/climate control feature can be locked out by pressing the 3 and the 5 buttons on the radio simultaneously while the radio is on. To enable the rear radio/climate controls, press the 3 and the 5 buttons again.
Page 119 Driver Controls Accessory delay: With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system, and moon roof (if equipped) may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until any door is opened Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Page 120 Driver Controls Programming Do not program HomeLink with the vehicle parked in the garage. Note: Some vehicles may require the ignition switch to be turned to the second (or “ACC”) position for programming and/or operation of the HomeLink . It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal.
Page 121 Driver Controls Note: If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a continuous light, proceed with Steps 6 through 8 to complete programming of a rolling code equipped device. 6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the “learn”...
Page 122 Driver Controls Operating the HomeLink Wireless Control System To operate, simply press and release the appropriate HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the trained product (garage door, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.).
Page 123: Message Center
Driver Controls MESSAGE CENTER With the ignition in the ON position, the message center, located on your instrument cluster, displays important vehicle information through a constant monitor of vehicle systems. You may select display features on the message center for a display of status. The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by a long indicator chime.
Page 124 Driver Controls Reset Press this control to reset functions shown in the INFO menu and SETUP menu. Info menu This control displays the following control displays: • Trip odometer/Odometer • Distance to Empty • Average Fuel Economy • Instantaneous Fuel Economy Odometer/Trip odometer Refer to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter.
Page 125 Driver Controls Average fuel economy (AFE) Select this function from the INFO menu to display your average fuel economy in miles/gallon or liters/100 If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing gallons of fuel used by 100 miles traveled (kilometers traveled by liters used), your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons: •...
Page 126 Driver Controls Setup menu Press this control for the following displays: • System Check • Display (odometer/speedometer) • Font Size (normal/large) • Units (English/Metric) • Language • Compass Zone/Calibration • Oil Minder Start Value System check Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to cycle through each of the systems being monitored.
Page 127 Driver Controls 5. BACKUP AID Display Type 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu. 2. Press the SELECT control to change the display. Font Size 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu. 2. Press the SELECT control to change font size.
Page 128 Driver Controls Compass display The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy. Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions.
Page 129 Driver Controls 8. Press the SELECT control to start the compass calibration function. 9. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE COMPASS display changes to COMPASS CALIBRATION COMPLETED. It will take up to five circles to complete calibration.
Page 130 Driver Controls Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid) This feature sounds a warning tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is selected. 1. Before you disable/enable the reverse sensing system feature, put the vehicle in R (Reverse).
Page 131 Driver Controls Warning display Status Park aid ON/OFF Warning returns after the ignition key is turned from OFF to ON. Overdrive ON/OFF Trunk ajar Check compass module Low washer fluid Change engine oil DOOR AJAR. Displayed when a door is not completely closed. POWERTRAIN MALFUNCTION Displayed when the powertrain is not operating properly.
Page 132 Driver Controls PARK AID ON/OFF. Displayed when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid) is enabled or disabled. Refer to Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid) in this section to enable. CHECK COMPASS MODULE. Displayed when the compass is not operating properly.
Page 133 Driver Controls POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Do not install additional floor mats on top of the factory installed floor mats as they may interfere with the accelerator or the brake pedals. Position the driver floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in.
Page 134 Driver Controls INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL The remote trunk release control is located on the driver’s door trim panel and can be operated at any time except when your perimeter alarm system is armed. If your vehicle is equipped with a power trunk, press the button once to open the trunk, press it again to close.
Page 135 Driver Controls Fuel filler door override release If the remote release is inoperative, open the trunk, then pull the override release handle located inside the trunk to open the fuel filler door. 2006 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 136: Locks And Security
Locks and Security KEYS Your vehicle is equipped with a master key and a valet (identified with the word VALET) key lock system. • The master key will access the vehicle’s doors, trunk, glove box, ignition and remote trunk release. •...
Page 137 Locks and Security • If the key is turned a second time to the unlock position within 5 seconds, all vehicle doors will unlock. CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS • When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside.
Page 138 Locks and Security To open the luggage compartment door (lid) from within the luggage compartment, pull the illuminated “T” shaped handle and push up on the trunk lid. The handle is composed of a material that will glow for hours in darkness following brief exposure to ambient light.
Page 139 Locks and Security REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 140 Locks and Security Unlocking the doors 1. Press and release to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The interior lamps will illuminate. 2. Press and release again within five seconds to unlock all the doors. Security lighting Your vehicle’s headlamps and park lamps will illuminate if: •...
Page 141 Locks and Security • Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your vehicle. Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out or block the driver’s rear view. The remote entry system allows you to open the trunk while the ignition is in any position.
Page 142 Locks and Security Deactivating the memory seat/mirrors/adjustable pedals feature To deactivate this feature: 1. Press the SET control on the driver’s door panel. 2. Within five seconds, press one control on the remote transmitter which you would like to deactivate and then press the SET control on the driver’s door panel .
Page 143 Locks and Security 5. Snap the two halves back together. Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement. Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to buy additional remote entry transmitters, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all...
Page 144 Locks and Security 9. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming mode has been exited. Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm. The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: •...
Page 145 Locks and Security • the vehicle has then come to a stop and the ignition is turned to the 2 (ACCESSORY) or 1 (OFF/LOCK) position, and • the driver door is opened (within ten minutes after the ignition was transitioned to the 2 (ACCESSORY) or 1 (OFF/LOCK) position). Note: The vehicle doors will not auto-unlock if the vehicle has been electronically locked prior to the driver door being opened.
Page 146 Locks and Security • open the trunk. The keypad can be operated with the factory set 5–digit entry code; this code is located on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box and is available from your authorized dealer. You can also create your own 5–digit personal entry code.
Page 147 Locks and Security All personal codes are now erased and only the factory set 5–digit code will work. Note: To exit programming mode, either wait 5 seconds after pressing 1 • 2 on the keypad, or press the 7 • 8 and 9 • 0 pads simultaneously to lock all vehicle doors and end programming mode.
Page 148: Anti-Theft System
Locks and Security SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a “no-start” condition. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada.
Page 149 Note: The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues.
Page 150 Locks and Security If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock system, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position. If this occurs, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer for service.
Page 151 Locks and Security • You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’s engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. • If no previously programmed coded keys are available, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed.
Page 152 Locks and Security PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The perimeter anti-theft system will warn you in the event of an unauthorized 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 authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting.
Page 153: Seating And Safety Restraints
Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle’s seats are equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible.
Page 154 Seating and Safety Restraints Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. To adjust the front seatback using the manual recliner: • Lift and hold the handle located on the side of the seat.
Page 155 Seating and Safety Restraints Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision.
Page 156 Seating and Safety Restraints Press to move the seat forward or backward. Press to move the front portion of the seat cushion up or down. Press to move the rear portion of the seat cushion up or down. 2006 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 157 Seating and Safety Restraints Heated seats (if equipped) To operate the heated seats: • Push the indicated side of the control for maximum heat. • Push again to deactivate. • Push the indicated side of the control for minimum heat. •...
Page 158: Safety Restraints
Seating and Safety Restraints Seat mounted cup holders (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with cupholders in the cushion of the front center seat and the rear seat . The rear seat cupholder is designed to over rotate from the seat when subjected to a heavy load. The rear seat cupholder can be reset by rotating to the closed position.
Page 159 Seating and Safety Restraints the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations. Your vehicle’s Personal Safety System consists of the following items: • Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints •...
Page 160 Seating and Safety Restraints Front crash severity sensor The front crash severity sensor enhances the ability to detect the severity of an impact. Positioned up front, it provides valuable information early in the crash event on the severity of the impact. This allows your Personal Safety System to distinguish between different levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of the...
Page 161 Seating and Safety Restraints encouraged to always properly restrain children in the rear seat. The sensor also turns off the passenger front airbag and passenger seat-mounted side airbag (if equipped) when the passenger seat is empty and the safety belt is unbuckled, or when a child or a small person occupies the front passenger seat and the safety belt is unbuckled.
Page 162 Seating and Safety Restraints The Restraints control module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt buckle sensors, and the driver seat position sensor. In addition, the RCM also monitors the restraints warning light in the instrument cluster.
Page 163 Seating and Safety Restraints In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt. Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair.
Page 164 Seating and Safety Restraints 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. Energy management feature • This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature at the front outboard seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on collision.
Page 165 Seating and Safety Restraints Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use. The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front outboard passenger and rear seat safety belts have three types of locking modes described as follows: Vehicle sensitive mode...
Page 166 Seating and Safety Restraints How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound.
Page 167 Seating and Safety Restraints How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford Motor Company recommends that all passenger safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still working properly. Safety belt assemblies should be inspected by an authorized dealer and must be replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.
Page 168 Seating and Safety Restraints Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is not The safety belt warning light buckled before the ignition illuminates 1-2 minutes and the...
Page 169 Seating and Safety Restraints If... Then... The driver’s and front The BeltMinder feature will not passenger’s safety belts are activate. buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or less than 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned ON...
Page 170 Seating and Safety Restraints The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts (All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we are exposed to “rare”...
Page 171 Seating and Safety Restraints Reasons given... Consider... “I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection when used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers. “I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE.
Page 172 Seating and Safety Restraints • The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) • The ignition switch is in the OFF position • The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled While the design allows you to deactivate your BeltMinder , this system is designed to improve your chances of being safely belted and surviving an accident.
Page 173: Airbags
(if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced.
Page 174 Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. Ford Motor Company recommends that an authorized dealer inspect all steering column assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision.
Page 175 Seating and Safety Restraints To properly position yourself away from the airbag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably. • Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright position. Do not put anything on or over the air bag module.
Page 176 Seating and Safety Restraints Children and airbags Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Page 177 Seating and Safety Restraints The airbags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After airbag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (e.g., baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the...
Page 178 Seating and Safety Restraints Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch 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 a collision.
Page 179 Seating and Safety Restraints For side airbag equipped vehicles, the front passenger sensing system will turn off the passenger seat side airbag if: • the seat is empty and safety belt is unbuckled. • a child or a small person occupies the front passenger seat and the child or small person is unbuckled.
Page 180 Seating and Safety Restraints • Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the person’s legs comfortably extended. • Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person and enable the passenger’s frontal airbag.
Page 181 Seating and Safety Restraints Pass Airbag Off Objects Passenger Airbag Indicator Lamp Small (i.e. 3 ring Unlit Disabled binder, small purse, bottled water) Medium (i.e. heavy Disabled briefcase, fully packed luggage) Empty seat, or small Disabled to medium object with safety belt buckled If you think that the status of the passenger airbag off indicator lamp is incorrect, check for the following:...
Page 182 If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance section of this Owner’s Guide.
Page 183 Seating and Safety Restraints Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to Airbag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required.
Page 184 Seating and Safety Restraints All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided. How does the side airbag system work? The design and development of the side airbag system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working...
Page 185 Seating and Safety Restraints to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal or near-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration. Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. If the side airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again.
Page 186: Child Restraints
Seating and Safety Restraints SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints 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 law to use safety restraints for children in the U.S.
Page 187 To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably.
Page 188 Seating and Safety Restraints Types of booster seats There are two types of belt-positioning booster seats: • Those that are backless. If your backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield and use the lap/shoulder belt. If a seating position has a low seat back and no head restraint, a backless booster seat may place your child’s head (top...
Page 189 Seating and Safety Restraints Children and booster seats vary widely in size and shape. Choose a booster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across the stomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder.
Page 190 80 lb (36 kg) using an upper torso harness and a belt-positioning booster. Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position with LATCH and tether anchors.
Page 191 Seating and Safety Restraints and anchors, refer to Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this chapter. For more information of LATCH anchors refer to Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) attachments in this chapter. Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle.
Page 192 Seating and Safety Restraints 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together. 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 193 Seating and Safety Restraints 5. To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is pulled out and a click is heard. 6. Allow the belt to retract. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode.
Page 194 Seating and Safety Restraints Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap which goes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point. Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for information about ordering a tether strap.
Page 195 Seating and Safety Restraints 4. Open the tether anchor cover. 5. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision. 6.
Page 196 Seating and Safety Restraints Your vehicle has LATCH anchors for child seat installation at the seating positions marked with the child seat symbol. The anchors on both sides of the center of the rear seat are provided for child seats at the outboard seats, and are further apart than the pairs of lower anchors for child seat installation at other seats.
Page 197 Seating and Safety Restraints If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it. Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child seat.
Page 198: Tires, Wheels And Loading
10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
Page 199 Tires, Wheels and Loading The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-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 the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Page 200 (including spare, if equipped). Inflate all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. Use a tire gauge to check the tire inflation pressure, including the spare (if equipped), at least monthly and before long trips. You are strongly...
Page 201 Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire. The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door.
Page 202: Tire Information
Tires, Wheels and Loading To check the pressure in your tire(s): 1. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are not hot from driving even 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 pressure when you get to the pump.
Page 203 Tires, Wheels and Loading Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, and replace them if one or more of the following conditions exist: Tire wear When the tread is worn down to 1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires must be replaced to help prevent your vehicle from skidding and...
Page 204 Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Page 205 Tires, Wheels and Loading Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. Highway hazards No matter how carefully you drive there’s always the possibility that you may eventually have a flat tire on the highway. Drive slowly to the closest safe area out of traffic.
Page 206 Tires, Wheels and Loading • Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)/ All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) 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, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation.
Page 207 Tires, Wheels and Loading Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire size, load index and speed rating. The definitions of these items are listed below. (Note that the tire size, load index and speed rating for your vehicle may be different from this example.) 1.
Page 208 Tires, Wheels and Loading Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law. Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h) 81 mph (130 km/h) 87 mph (140 km/h) 99 mph (159 km/h) 106 mph (171 km/h) 112 mph (180 km/h) 118 mph (190 km/h)
Page 209 Tires, Wheels and Loading 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 a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 ⁄...
Page 210 Tires, Wheels and Loading Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires “LT” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below: 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for service on light trucks.
Page 211 Tires, Wheels and Loading Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tire size. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different from this example.
Page 212: Vehicle Loading
Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: • Use only cable type chains offered by Ford Motor Company as an accessory or equivalent. Using SAE class S or other conventional link type chains may cause damage to the vehicle’s wheel house and/or body.
Page 213 Tires, Wheels and Loading Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on 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 Tire Label).
Page 214 Tires, Wheels and Loading Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) –...
Page 215 Tires, Wheels and Loading 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 Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR.
Page 216 Tires, Wheels and Loading GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle (including all options, equipment, passengers and cargo). The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door.
Page 217 Tires, Wheels and Loading Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight – is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow. It assumes a vehicle with only mandatory options, no cargo (internal or external), a tongue load of 10–15% (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15–25% (fifth wheel trailer), and driver only (150 lb.
Page 218: Trailer Towing
Tires, Wheels and Loading The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity: • Another example for your vehicle with 1400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo and luggage capacity. You decide to go golfing. Is there enough load capacity to carry you, 4 of your friends and all the golf bags? You and four friends average 220 lb.
Page 219 Tires, Wheels and Loading Your loaded trailer should weigh no more than 2,000 lb. (907 kg). Do not exceed the GVWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury.
Page 220 Tires, Wheels and Loading Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. See your authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps.
Page 221 Tires, Wheels and Loading • If you will be towing a trailer frequently in hot weather, hilly conditions, at GCW, or any combination of these factors, consider refilling your rear axle with synthetic gear lube if not already so equipped. Refer to the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for the lubricant specification.
Page 222: Recreational Towing
• Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km) If a distance of 50 miles (80 km) or a speed of 35 mph (56 km/h) must be exceeded, you must disconnect the driveshaft. Ford Motor Company recommends the driveshaft be removed/installed only by a qualified technician at an authorized dealer.
Page 223: Driving
Driving STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. OFF/LOCK, shuts off the engine and all accessories/locks the gearshift lever and allows key removal. 2. ACC, allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 3.
Page 224 Driving Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately.
Page 225 Driving 5. Turn the key to 3 (ON) without turning 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.
Page 226 Driving Do not use starting fluid such as ether in the air intake system. Such fluid could cause immediate explosive damage to the engine and possible personal injury. If you should experience cold weather starting problems on E ethanol, and neither an alternative brand of E ethanol nor an engine block heater is available, the addition of unleaded gasoline to your tank will improve cold starting performance.
Page 227: Brakes
Driving 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 Occasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-out and should be inspected by an authorized dealer.
Page 228 Driving Even when the ABS is disabled, normal braking is still effective. (If your BRAKE warning lamp BRAKE illuminates with the parking brake released, have your brake system serviced immediately by an authorized dealer.) Parking brake with auto-release Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked.
Page 229: Traction Control
Driving If the parking brake fails to release after completing this procedure, use the manual parking brake release lever. Pull the lever to manually release the parking brake. TRACTION CONTROL For Traction Control warning lights refer to Warning Lights in the Instrument cluster chapter.
Page 230 Driving Aggressive driving in any road conditions can cause you to lose control of your vehicle increasing the risk of severe personal injury or property damage. The occurrence of a Traction Control event is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road;...
Page 231: Air Suspension
Driving If the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes while driving at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked by your authorized dealer. AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM The air suspension system is designed to improve ride, handling and general vehicle performance during: •...
Page 232 Driving If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in the ON position and the brake pedal depressed, it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle’s brakelamps are not operating properly. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.
Page 233 Driving Driving with a 4–speed automatic transmission Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatic transmission P (Park) This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. To put your vehicle in gear: • Start the engine •...
Page 234 Driving (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission operates in gears one through four. Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the gearshift lever. Drive (not shown) Drive is activated when the transmission control switch is pressed. •...
Page 235 Driving Forced downshifts • Allowed in (Overdrive) or Drive. • Depress the accelerator to the floor. • Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear. If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in a steady pattern.
Page 236 Driving Certain add-on devices such as large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of the extended rear park aid system may create false beeps. The system will assist the driver in detecting certain objects while the vehicle moves in reverse at speeds less than 6 mph (10 km/h).
Page 237 Driving Audible Warnings Distance to Object Warning Speed above 2.5 mph (4 km/h) up to 1.6 feet (.5 meters) Solid 1.6 feet (.5 meters) to 3.1 feet Fast beep (1 meter) 3.1 feet (1 meter) to 5.7 feet Medium/fast beep (1.8 meters) 5.7 feet (1.8 meters) to 9 feet Medium beep...
Page 238 Driving The radar sensor is located behind the rear bumper/fascia. Always keep the rear bumper/fascia from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt. These elements may cause the system to operate inaccurately. If the vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms.
Page 239: Roadside Emergencies
50,000 miles (80,000 km) on Lincoln vehicles. Roadside assistance will cover: • a flat tire change with a good spare (except Ford GT which has a tire inflation kit) • battery jump start • lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer’s responsibility) •...
Page 240 1–800–241–3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1–800–241–3673;...
Page 241: Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
Roadside Emergencies HAZARD FLASHER The hazard flasher is located on the steering column, just behind the steering wheel. The hazard flashers will operate when the ignition is in any position or if the key is not in the ignition. Push in the flasher control and all front and rear direction signals will flash.
Page 242: Fuses And Relays
Roadside Emergencies 4. Turn the ignition to the ON position. Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the OFF position. 5. Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system. FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown.
Page 243 Roadside Emergencies COLOR Cartridge Fuse Mini Standard Maxi Fuse link maxi rating fuses fuses fuses cartridge fuses — — — Brown — — Natural — Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal.
Page 244 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Location Rating Panel Description Starter relay coil Restraint Control Module (RCM), Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS), Passenger Air bag Deactivation Indicator (PADI) Audio, Navigation control head Back-up lamps — Not used Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS), Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relay coil, Ignition coil relay coil, Fuel relay coil...
Page 245 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Location Rating Panel Description Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module LCM (Interior lighting) Driver’s Door Module (DDM) switches, PDM, Power mirrors, LCM (Right-hand low beam) PATS LED, Cluster, Analog clock LCM (Left-hand low beam) LCM (High beams), Multi-function switch (Flash-to-pass) Speed control deactivation switch,...
Page 246 Roadside Emergencies To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Page 247 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Location Rating Description 20A* Driver’s Door Module (DDM) 15A* Ignition coil relay feed 20A* Horn relay feed 15A* A/C clutch relay feed 20A* Audio 20A* Instrument panel fuse box feed #3 20A* Stop lamp switch 15A* Lumbar, Fuel door...
Page 248 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Location Rating Description 30A** RASM (Air compressor) 20A** Rear power point #2 20A** Moonroof 20A** Rear cigar lighters 30A** Pulldown module 30A** Driver seat module 20A** Rear heated seats K201 Micro relay A/C clutch K202 —...
Page 249 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
Page 250 Roadside Emergencies • Tow a trailer • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire • 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 wheel location can lead to impairment of the following: •...
Page 251 Roadside Emergencies When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional caution 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 and seek service as soon as possible.
Page 252 Roadside Emergencies 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park), turn engine OFF and block the diagonally opposite wheel. 3. Remove the spare tire and the jack. The jack is located in the trunk (in a holder bracket), on the right-hand side, next to the wheel well.
Page 253 Roadside Emergencies 5. Locate pry off notch (if equipped) and remove the center ornament from the aluminum wheel with the tapered end of the wheel nut wrench that came with your vehicle. Insert and twist the handle, then pry against the wheel. 6.
Page 254 Roadside Emergencies • Position the jack according to the following guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. To lessen risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire.
Page 255: Lug Nut Torque
20 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel.
Page 256 Roadside Emergencies 1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle. 2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle’s electrical system. 3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch.
Page 257 Roadside Emergencies 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system.
Page 258 Roadside Emergencies Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.
Page 259 Roadside Emergencies 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions.
Page 260: Wrecker Towing
It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. Before your vehicle can be towed, the air suspension control in the luggage compartment must be turned to the OFF position (if equipped).
Page 261: Customer Assistance
Relationship Center at 1-800-521-4140. Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the authorized dealer could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealer to help you.
Page 262 If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the authorized dealer could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealer to help you.
Page 263 Customer Assistance In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states. In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBB...
Page 264 You are not bound by the decision but may choose to accept it. If you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision then Ford must abide by the accepted decision as well. If the arbitrator has decided in...
Page 265 United States and Canada, provided by a network of more than 4,600 participating authorized dealers. If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since this...
Page 266 The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel.
Page 267: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)
Obtaining a French owner’s guide French Owner’s Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. Box 1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)
Page 268: Cleaning
Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is available from your authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid.
Page 269 Cleaning WAXING Applying Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45) to your vehicle every six months will assist in reducing minor scratches and paint damage. • Wash the vehicle first. • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your authorized dealer, or an equivalent quality product.
Page 270 Cleaning ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage.
Page 271 Cleaning WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be cleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on the vehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellant coatings, tree sap, or other organic contamination;...
Page 272 Cleaning • Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted surfaces. INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equipped with side airbags: •...
Page 273 FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs;...
Page 274 Cleaning Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (U.S. only) (ZC-14) Motorcraft Tire Clean and Shine (ZC-28) Motorcraft Triple Clean (U.S. only) (ZC-13) Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23) Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only) (CXC-94) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37–A) 2006 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 275: Maintenance And Specifications
Maintenance and Specifications 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 can provide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide/Owner Information Guide to find out which parts and services are covered.
Page 276 Maintenance and Specifications OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front of the hood in the grille.
Page 277: Engine Compartment
Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.6L SOHC V8 engine 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Engine oil dipstick (access behind air tube) 7.
Page 278 In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash. They may cause squeaking, chatter noise, streaking and smearing.
Page 279: Engine Oil
Maintenance and Specifications CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper blade and arm away from the glass. Turn the blade at a right angle to the arm. Push the lock tab (A) to release the blade from the arm loop and pull the blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm.
Page 280 Maintenance and Specifications 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is within this range, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL.
Page 281 Maintenance and Specifications • Do not overfill the engine with oil. Oil levels above this mark may cause engine damage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1.
Page 282: Battery
Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced.
Page 283 Maintenance and Specifications It is recommended that the negative battery cable terminal be disconnected from the battery if you plan to store your vehicle for an extended period of time. This will minimize the discharge of your battery during storage. Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury.
Page 284: Engine Coolant
Maintenance and Specifications 6. Release the parking brake. With your foot on the brake pedal and with the A/C on, put the vehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 7. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process. •...
Page 285 Maintenance and Specifications • Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). • Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Enables calibrated gauges to work properly. When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir.
Page 286 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from yellow to golden tan. • Do not add/mix an orange-colored, extended life coolant such as Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant, meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D, with the factory-filled coolant. Mixing Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant or any orange-colored extended life product with your factory filled coolant can result in degraded corrosion protection.
Page 287 Maintenance and Specifications For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the “FULL COLD” level. For all other vehicles which have a coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary to remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with an overflow system, follow these steps to add engine coolant.
Page 288 Maintenance and Specifications Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner.
Page 289 Maintenance and Specifications • Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive. Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection.
Page 290 Maintenance and Specifications 1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine. 2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer. 3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool. 4.
Page 291 Maintenance and Specifications Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. Fuel ethanol and gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent. Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before refueling your vehicle.
Page 292 Maintenance and Specifications • FFV fuel tanks may contain zero to 85 percent ethanol. Any fuel blends containing gasoline and ethanol should be treated the same as “Fuel Ethanol ”. To identify if your vehicle is an FFV, check your VIN or the label on the inside of your fuel filler door.
Page 293 Maintenance and Specifications Refueling Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries. 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; •...
Page 294 The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap.
Page 295 Maintenance and Specifications Octane recommendations Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are (R+M)/2 METHOD using fuel with the recommended octane rating, see your authorized dealer to prevent any engine damage. Unleaded Gasoline engines Your vehicle is designed to use “Regular”...
Page 296 Maintenance and Specifications FFV engine (if equipped) Your FFV will operate well on ordinary “Regular” unleaded gasoline, but only the highest quality fuel ethanol will provide the same level of protection and performance. To identify if your vehicle is an FFV, check your VIN or the label on the inside of your fuel filler door.
Page 297 Maintenance and Specifications The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the empty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty.
Page 298 Maintenance and Specifications Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (city or highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’s fuel economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy.
Page 299 Maintenance and Specifications • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed. •...
Page 300 If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
Page 301 Maintenance and Specifications Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II). This OBD-II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists your authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle. When the indicator illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause the indicator to illuminate.
Page 302 Maintenance and Specifications POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use only MERCON ATF. 1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C).
Page 303 Maintenance and Specifications BRAKE FLUID The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear, and will rise when the brake components are replaced. Fluid levels below the “MAX” line that do not trigger the brake system warning lamp are within the normal operating range, there is no need to add fluid.
Page 304 Maintenance and Specifications Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstick and the ambient temperature is above 50°F (10°C). Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature 150°F-170°F (66°C-77°C) on a level surface.
Page 305: Air Filter(S)
Maintenance and Specifications High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transmission failure. An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition. Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used.
Page 306 Maintenance and Specifications Changing the air filter element 1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover. 2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. 3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 4.
Page 307: Refill Capacities
PCV valve. Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used.
Page 308 Fill to line on reservoir Concentrate Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. DOT 3 fluid is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used.
Page 309: Lubricant Specifications
Maintenance and Specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Ford part Item Ford part number Ford specification name Motorcraft High Performance ESA-M6C25-A or Brake fluid PM-1 or PM-1-C DOT 3 Motor WSS-M6C62-A Vehicle Brake Fluid Silicone Door Spray XL-6 ESR-M13P4-A weatherstrips Lubricant Motorcraft Premium VC-7–A (except CA,...
Page 310 Maintenance and Specifications Ford part Item Ford part number Ford specification name Hinges, latches, striker Multi-Purpose plates, fuel XG-4 or XL-5 ESB-M1C93-B Grease filler door hinge and seat tracks Motorcraft Lock Penetrating XL-1 none cylinders and Lock Lubricant Motorcraft Power...
Page 311: Engine Data
Maintenance and Specifications Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. DOT 3 fluid is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used. Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL–3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axles.
Page 312 Maintenance and Specifications VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions Inches (mm) (1) Overall length 215.4 (5471 / 221.4 (5623) (2) Overall width 78.5 (1993) (3) Overall height 59 (1498) / 59.1 (1501)* (4) Wheelbase 117.7 (2990) / 123.7 (3143) (5) Track - Front 63.4 (1611) (5) Track - Rear 65.9 (1673)
Page 313 Maintenance and Specifications 2006 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 314 Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure (B-Pillar) by the trailing edge of the driver’s...
Page 315 Maintenance and Specifications The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following information: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint System 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6.
Page 316: Accessories
GENUINE LINCOLN ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Lincoln Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Lincoln or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle.
Page 317 Accessories Lifestyle Cargo organization and management Peace of mind First aid and highway safety kits Full vehicle covers Keyless entry Locking gas cap Mobile-Ease hands free communication system Remote start Vehicle security systems For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: •...
Page 318: Index
Index acid, treating emergencies ..282 jumping a disabled battery ..255 Accessory delay ......111 maintenance-free ....282 Air cleaner filter ....305–306 replacement, specifications ...306 servicing ........282 Air suspension ......231 description ......231 BeltMinder .........168 Airbag supplemental restraint Brakes ........227 system ......173–174, 183 anti-lock ........227 and child safety seats ....176 anti-lock brake system (ABS) description ......174, 183...
Page 319 ........284 (see Speed control) ....113 fail-safe cooling .......289 idle speed control ....282 Customer Assistance ....239 lubrication specifications ..309, Ford Extended Service Plan ..........265 refill capacities ......307 Getting assistance outside the service points ......277 U.S. and Canada .....266 starting after a collision ..241 Getting roadside assistance ...239...
Page 320 Index Fuel ..........290 daytime running lights .....98 calculating fuel economy ..125, flash to pass ......98 high beam .........98 cap ...........293 replacing bulbs .......103 capacity ........307 turning on and off ....97 choosing the right fuel ...294 Homelink wireless control comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates ....299 system ........119 detergent in fuel .....294...
Page 321 Index Motorcraft parts ..273, 290, 306 Lamps autolamp system .......97 Navigation system .......30 bulb replacement cd functions ......47 specifications chart ....102 destination mode ......71 daytime running light ....98 DVD location ......91 fog lamps ........99 map mode .........51 headlamps .........97 quick start .........32 headlamps, flash to pass ..98 radio functions ......39 instrument panel, dimming ..99...
Page 322 Index Rear window defroster ....96 memory seat ....141, 158 Relays ........242 SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ........148 Remote entry system ....139 illuminated entry ....144 Servicing your vehicle ....275 locking/unlocking doors ..140 Spark plugs, opening the trunk ....140 specifications .....306, 311–312 panic alarm ......141 replacement/additional Specification chart, transmitters ......143...
Page 323 Index recreational towing ....222 Vehicle Identification Number trailer towing ......218 (VIN) ..........314 wrecker ........260 Vehicle loading ......212 Traction control ......229 Ventilating your vehicle ...226 Traction-lok rear axle ....231 Transmission ......231 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ..231 fluid, checking and adding Warning lights (see Lights) ..10 (automatic) ......303 fluid, refill capacities ....307 Water, Driving through .....238...

Ford Town Car 2006 Owner's Manual

Introduction

Instrument Cluster

Entertainment Systems

Climate Controls

Lights

Driver Controls

Locks and Security

Seating and Safety Restraints

Tires, Wheels and Loading

Driving

Roadside Emergencies

Customer Assistance

Cleaning

Maintenance and Specifications

Accessories

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