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Ford 1996 Thunderbird Owner's Manual (302 pages)
Brand:
Ford
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 1.65 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Introduction
4
Things to Know about Using this Guide
5
Finding Information in this Guide
6
Your Maintenance Schedule and Record Booklet
6
Ford Extended Service Plan
7
Breaking Your Vehicle in
9
Instrumentation
10
The Instrtument Panel
10
Mechanical Cluster
12
Brake System Warning Light
13
Anti-Lock Brake System Light
14
Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime
15
Air Bag Readiness Light
16
Low Coolant Light
16
Charging System Light
17
Overdrive off Indicator
17
Traction Assist off Indicator
18
High Beam Light
19
Service Engine Soon Warning Light
19
Anti-Theft Alarm Light
19
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
20
Cruise Control Indicator Light
20
Door Ajar Light
21
Engine Oil Pressure Light
21
Low Fuel Light
22
Washer Fluid Low Light
23
Fuel Gauge
23
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
24
Speedometer
25
Odometer
25
Trip Odometer
26
Tachometer
26
Electronic Sound Systems
27
Compact Disc Radio
27
How to Adjust the Volume
28
Selecting the am or FM Frequency Band
28
How to Turn the Radio on and off
28
Using the Controls on Your New Compact Disc Radio
28
How to Tune Radio Stations
29
Using the “Seek” Function
30
Using the “Scan/Tune” Button to Scan Radio Stations
30
Setting the Station Memory Preset Buttons
30
Using the Automatic Memory Load Feature
31
Adjusting the Tone Balance and Speaker Output of Your Radio
32
Increasing or Decreasing Bass Response
32
Increasing or Decreasing Treble Response
32
Using the Controls on Your New Compact Disc Player
33
Adjusting Speaker Balance
33
Adjusting Speaker Fader
33
How to Insert a Disc and Begin Play
34
How to Change the Track Being Played
34
How to Stop and Restart the CD Player
35
How to Fast Forward or Reverse Your CD Player
35
Using the “Scan” Function
36
Special Features of Your CD Player
36
Compression
36
How to Eject the Disc
37
Automatic Disc Storage
37
Electronic Stereo Radio with Cassette
38
Using the Controls on Your New Radio
39
How to Turn the Radio on and Adjust the Volume
39
Using the “AMS” Function to Manualy Tune Your Radio
40
Adjusting the Tone Balance and Speaker Output of Your Radio
41
Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape Player
42
Speaker Features and Operation
42
How to Insert a Tape
42
How to Locate a Desired Track on the Tape
43
Using the Automatic Music Search (“AMS”)
43
Fast Forwarding the Tape
43
Rewinding the Tape
43
Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and Tapes
45
How to Eject the Tape
45
Using the Dolby B Noise Reduction Feature
45
How to Change the Side of the Tape Being Played
45
High-Level Audio System
47
Using the “Tune” Function
49
Fast Rewinding the Tape
54
Using the “Seek” Function with Your Cassette Tape Player
54
Using the “Scan” Function with Your Cassette Tape Player
55
How to Store the Tape
56
Tape Error Messages
56
Common Radio Reception Conditions
58
Distance/Strength
58
Terrain
58
All about Radio Frequencies
59
The Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
61
The Climate Control Systems
61
Controls and Features
61
Adjusting the Panel Register Airflow
63
The Semi Automatic Temperature Control System
64
System Characteristics
64
System Controls
65
Digital Display
65
Cool Control
65
Warm Control
66
System Operation
66
A/C Compressor Override
67
Rear Window Defroster
68
The Control for the Rear Window Defroster
68
The Interior and Exterior Lights
69
Turning on the Exterior Lights
70
The Knob that Controls the Headlamps and Parking Lamps
70
Setting the Autolamp Delay System
71
Chime for Headlamps on
71
The Controls for the Autolamp
71
Lighting up the Interior and Instrument Panel
72
Manual Operation
72
Clock
73
The Digital Clock
73
Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
74
The Positions of the Key in the Ignition
74
Ignition
74
Using the Remote Control for the Trunk
74
Removing the Key from the Ignition
75
The Turn Signal Lever
76
Windshield Wipers and Washer
77
Turn Signals
77
High Beams
77
Flashing the Lights
77
Variable Interval Wipers
78
Windshield Washer
78
The Variable Interval Wiper on the Turn Signal Lever
78
Hazard Flasher
79
The Control for the Hazard Flashers
79
Horn
80
The Horn on the Steering Wheel
80
Tilt Steering
81
The Lever to Tilt the Steering Wheel
81
Speed Control
82
To Turn Speed Control off
82
To Turn Speed Control on
82
To Set a Speed
82
To Set a Higher Set Speed
83
Map and Reading Lamps
84
To Set a Lower Set Speed
84
To Disengage Speed Control
84
Indicator Light
84
Front Seat Map and Dome Lamps
85
Moon Roof
86
The Control for the Moon Roof
86
Mirrors
88
Sun Visors
88
Sliding Shade
88
Turning on the Mirror Light on the Sun Visors
88
Doors
89
The Power Locks on the Driver’s Door
89
Windows
90
Using the Illuminated Entry System
90
Using the Power Windows
90
Adjusting the Dual Electric Remote Control Mirrors
91
The Master Controls on the Driver’s Door
91
The Mirror Controls on the Driver’s Door
92
Console
93
The Right Side Convex Mirror
93
The Features on the Full Console
93
Positive Location Floor Mat
94
Anti-Theft Alarm System
94
The Positive Location Floor Mat Hook
94
Arming the System
95
Disarming an Untriggered Anti-Theft System
96
Disarming a Triggered System
97
Triggering the Alarm System
97
Remote Entry System
97
Unlocking the Doors and Opening the Trunk
98
Locking the Doors
98
Remote Entry Transmitter
98
Activating the Remote Personal Alarm
99
Replacing the Batteries
99
Replacement/Additional Transmitters
100
Standard Head Restraints
101
Adjusting the Head Restraint
101
Seating and Safety Restraints
101
Adjusting Manual Seats
102
The Front Seat Adjustment Bar
102
Seatback Recline
103
Front Seatback Release Levers
103
Using the Power Seats
104
The Power Controls on the Driver’s Seat
104
Important Safety Belt Information
105
Rear Seat Entry
105
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
107
Safety Belts for the Front Passenger Outboard Seating Positions
108
Fastening the Front Seat Combination Lap and Shoulder Belt
108
Fastening the Rear Seat Combination Lap and Shoulder Belt
108
Vehicle Sensitive
109
Automatic Locking Mode
109
Safety Belts with Locking Cinch Tongue for Rear Outboard Seating Positions
110
Adjusting the Cinch Tongue Rear Combination Lap Andshoulder Belt
111
Unfastening the Front Outboard Lap/Shoulder Belts
113
Unfastening the Rear Outboard Lap/Shoulder Belts
113
Lap Belts — Rear Center Seating Positions
114
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
115
Unfastening Center Rear Seat Lap Belt
115
Safety Belt Maintenance
116
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
116
Important Air Bag Precautions
116
Children and Air Bags
117
How Does the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
118
Determining if System Is Operational
119
Safety Restraints for Children
120
Disposal of Air Bags and Air Bag Equipped Vehicles
120
Safety Seats for Children
122
Installing Safety Seats in the Front Outboard Passenger Seating Position
123
Pulling out Belt Webbing
124
Routing the Lap/Shoulder Belt
125
Buckling the Belt
126
Setting the Retractor to Automatic Locking Mode
127
Allowing Shoulder Belt to Retract
128
Removing Slack from Belt
128
Checking that the Seat Is Secure
129
Checking the Retractor
130
Installing Child Safety Seats in the Rear Outboard Seating Positions
131
Installing a Child Safety Seat at the Rear Center Seating Position with Adjustable Lap Belt
137
Tether Anchorage Hardware
138
Attaching Safety Seats with Tether Straps
138
Safety Belts for Children
138
Fuel-Injected Engines
140
Starting Your Vehicle
140
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
140
Starting
140
Starting Your Engine
141
Engine Block Heater
143
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
144
Pushing
145
Braking with ABS Brakes
146
Applying the Brakes
146
Braking Non ABS Models
146
Driving
146
Parking Brake
147
Traction-Lok Axle
149
Traction Assist
150
The Traction Assist Switch
150
Steering Your Vehicle
151
Driving with an Automatic Overdrive Transmission
152
Speed Sensitive Power Steering
152
Putting Your Vehicle in Gear
152
The Positions of the Console-Mounted Gearshift
154
Driving with a Heavy Load
157
Limiting Your Vehicle’s Load
158
Trailer Towing
159
Preparing to Tow
160
Trailer Towing Specifications
160
Using the Hitch
161
Connecting the Safety Chains
161
Driving While You Tow
162
Connecting the Trailer’s Brakes
162
Connecting the Trailer’s Lights
162
Driving in Bad Weather
163
Tips for Safe Driving
163
Servicing Your Vehicle if You Tow
163
Driving under Special Conditions
163
High Water
165
Hazard Flashers
166
Fuses, High Current Fuses and Circuit Breakers
166
Roadside Emergencies
166
The Instrument Panel Fuse Panel Location
167
The Instrument Panel Fuse Panel
167
The Instrument Panel Fuses, Circuit Breakers and Relays
168
The High Current Fuse Panel Location
169
The High Current Fuse Panel
170
The High Current Fuses and Relays
171
Checking and Replacing Fuses
172
The Side View of a Fuse
173
If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Does Not Start after a Collision
175
Fuel System Shut-Off Switch
175
The Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
175
Changing a Tire
176
The Temporary Spare Tire
176
Spare Tire Location
178
To Remove the Spare Tire
178
Preparing to Change the Tire
179
Removing and Replacing the Tire
180
The Improper Lift Point
181
The Notches for the Jack
182
Aluminum Road Wheel Ornaments
183
The Lug Nuts on the Wheel
183
Center Wheel Cover
184
Anti-Theft Wheel Lug Nuts
185
The Anti-Theft Lug Nut and Key
185
Jump-Starting Your Vehicle
186
Removing the Anti-Theft Lug Nut
186
Reinstalling the Anti-Theft Lug Nut
186
Preparing Your Vehicle
187
Connecting the Jumper Cables
188
The 3.8L SFI Engine
190
The 4.6L SFI Engine
191
Removing Jumper Cables
192
Jump-Starting
192
Towing Your Vehicle
193
Service Made Easy
195
Maintenance and Care
195
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
196
Working with the Engine off
197
Working with the Engine on
197
Engine Compartment
198
Opening the Hood
198
The Auxiliary Catch under the Front Edge of the Hood
198
A 3.8 Liter SFI Engine
199
A 4.6 Liter SFI Engine
200
The API Certification Mark
201
Engine Oil Recommendations
201
Checking and Adding Engine Oil
202
Engine Oil Dipstick — 4.6 Liter Engines
202
Engine Oil Dipstick — 3.8 Liter Engines
202
Changing the Engine Oil and the Oil Filter
203
Brake Fluid
204
The Brake System Fluid Reservoir
205
Windshield Washer Fluid
206
The Reservoir for the Windshield Washer Fluid
206
Checking the Engine Coolant
207
The Engine Coolant Reservoir
208
Adding Engine Coolant
208
Checking Hoses
208
Recycled Engine Coolant
210
Coolant Refill Capacity
210
Engine Coolant Drain and Flush
211
Engine Coolant Refill Procedure
211
Severe Winter Climate
211
Power Steering Fluid
214
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
214
The Dipstick for Power Steering Fluid
215
4.6L SFI Engine
216
Fluid Level for Power Steering
216
Fluid Level for Power Steering
217
Checking the Automatic Transmission Fluid
217
Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid
218
Battery
219
Detail of the Automatic Transmission Dipstick
219
Wiper Blades
220
Environment Protection
220
Battery Recycling Symbol
220
Tires
221
Wiper Blade Replacement
221
Checking Tire Pressure
221
Tire Rotation
222
Replacing the Tires
223
A Worn-Out Tire
223
Treadwear
224
Information about Tire Quality Grades
224
Traction a B C
225
Temperature a B C
225
Snow Tires and Chains
226
Filling the Fuel Tank
227
Choosing the Right Fuel
228
Octane Recommendation
229
Fuel Quality
229
Safety Information Relating to Automotive Fuels
230
Clean Air
230
Calculating Fuel Economy
231
Running out of Fuel
231
Comparisons with EPA Estimates
232
Emission Control System
233
Self-Service Pointers
233
Lights and Bulb Replacement
236
How to Prepare Your Vehicle for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
236
Headlamp Bulb
237
Removing the Headlamp Bulb
238
Parts of a Headlamp
238
High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
239
Installing the Headlamp Bulb
239
Parts of the High-Mount Brakelamp
240
Using the Right Bulbs
242
Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts
243
Cleaning Your Vehicle
243
Washing and Polishing Your Vehicle
243
Cleaning Plastic Parts
244
Cleaning the Safety Belts
244
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
244
Cleaning the Interior Lamps
244
Cleaning the Instrument Panel Lens
245
Cleaning the Seats
245
Cleaning the Engine
245
Cleaning the Wheels
246
Motorcraft Parts
247
Refill Capacities, Motorcraft Parts and Lubricant Specifications
247
Capacities and Specifications
247
Fluid Specifications and Capacities
248
Lubricant Specifications
249
Vehicle Storage
250
Maintenance Tips
250
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
253
Roadside Assistance
254
Customer Assistance
254
Vehicle Identification Number
257
The Dispute Settlement Board
257
Ford Accessories for Your Vehicle
265
Safety, Comfort and Convenience
266
Quick Index
270
Label Locations
270
Front Exterior View
271
Rear Exterior View
272
Entrance View
273
Driver's Door
274
Instrument Panel
275
Instrument Cluster
276
Trunk
277
3.8L Engine Compartment
278
4.6L Engine Compartment
279
Index
280
Service Station Information
301
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Ford 1996 Thunderbird Manual (321 pages)
Brand:
Ford
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 3.11 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Introductory Information
4
Safety Restraints
10
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
12
Safety Belt Maintenance
20
Safety Restraints for Children
28
Starting Your Thunderbird
48
Starting Your Vehicle
50
Warning Lights and Gauges
58
Rear Window Defroster
84
The Interior and Exterior Lights
85
Steering Column Controls
94
Windshield Wipers and Washer
95
Tilt Steering
99
Features
104
Remote Entry System
113
Sun Visors
129
Storage Compartments
131
Driving Your Thunderbird
168
Steering Your Vehicle
175
Trailer Towing
183
Roadside Emergencies
188
Changing a Tire
194
Towing Your Vehicle
204
Customer Assistance
206
The Dispute Settlement Board
210
Reporting Safety Defects
214
Accessories
218
Servicing Your Thunderbird
225
Engine Compartment
229
Filling the Fuel Tank
232
Calculating Fuel Economy
237
Engine Coolant
242
Automatic Transmission Fluid
258
Brake Fluid
260
Power Steering Fluid
263
Circuit Breakers
266
Emission Control System
282
Vehicle Storage
290
Index
304
Service Station Information
321
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