To clean the headlights on a 1997 Lincoln Town Car, do not use dry paper towels, chemical solvents, abrasive cleaners, or petroleum-based products, as these may cause scratches or cracks. Use a mild detergent diluted in water and rinse with clear water.

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Summary of Contents for Lincoln 1997 Town Car

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Page 7 Introduction Ford’s Commitment to You Continuous improvement is essential to our success. We must strive for excellence in At Ford Motor Company, excellence is the everything we do: in our products — in their continuous commitment to achieve the best result safety and value —...
Page 8 Things to Know About Using This WARNINGS remind you to be especially careful in those areas where carelessness can cause damage to Guide your vehicle or personal injury to yourself, your Congratulations on the purchase of your new passengers or other people. Please read all vehicle.
Page 9 The Lincoln Commitment basic rights and responsibilities. The Lincoln Commitment is more than the prestige If you lose your Warranty Information Booklet, you of owning a superior luxury automobile, it is a can get a new one free of charge.
Page 10: Ford Extended Service Plan
Ford Extended Service Plan You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating Ford Motor Company dealer. There are several Ford More Protection for Your Vehicle ESP plans available in various time-and-mileage combinations. Each plan can be tailored to fit your You can get more protection for your new car or own driving needs, including reimbursement light truck by purchasing a Ford Extended Service...
Page 11 Breaking Your Vehicle In Use only the type of engine oil that Ford recommends. See Engine oil recommendations Your new vehicle goes through an adjustment or in the Index. Do not use special “break-in” oils. break-in period during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) that you drive it.
Page 12 Instrumentation The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle is NOTE: Any cleaner or polish that increases the divided into several different sections. The gloss (shine) of the upper part of the instrument illustrations on the following pages show the major panel should be avoided.
Page 13 The Electronic Cluster Your electronic cluster tells you about the condition of your vehicle by using two types of equipment: The electronic cluster works only when your ignition is in the ON position. Each time you start warning lights and gauges your vehicle, the displays go through a self-test by message center flashing on and off once before the actual readings...
Page 15: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge as the engine coolant warms up. It is acceptable under certain driving conditions such as, heavy stop and go traffic, or driving up hills in hot weather, for the gauge to indicate at the top of the NORMAL band.
Page 16 4. Check the coolant level following the service technician. Normal braking is not affected instructions on checking and adding coolant to unless the brake warning light is also lit. your engine, see Engine Coolant in the Index. The Anti-Lock Brake System has self-check If you do not follow these instructions, you or capabilities.
Page 17: Brake System)
Brake System Light The warning light for the brakes can show two things — that the parking brake is not fully released, or that the brake fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir. If the fluid level is low, the brake system should be checked by a qualified service technician.
Page 18 WARNING The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be working properly. Have the brakes checked immediately. Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime This warning light and chime remind you to fasten your safety belt. The following conditions will take place: High Beam Light If the driver’s safety belt is not buckled when...
Page 19: Check Engine Warning Light
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance of the air bag system is not required. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash, remains on, or you hear a beeping sound, have the system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately.
Page 20: Charging System Warning Light
Charging System Warning Light Engine Oil Pressure Light This light comes on when you turn your ignition key from OFF to ON (engine off). The light should go out when the engine starts and the alternator begins to charge. If this light stays on or comes on while your engine is running, this tells you that your battery is not being charged and that you need to have the electrical system checked as soon as possible.
Page 21: Turn Signal Indicator Lights
Turn Signal Indicator Lights If you lose engine oil pressure: When you push the turn signal lever up before 1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible. making a right turn, the right side arrow on the 2. Shut off the engine immediately. If you do not instrument panel flashes.
Page 22: Fuel Gauge
If one or both of your turn indicators do not flash This light does not indicate any problems but is or stay on continuously, have them serviced as soon only a convenience to tell when the speed control as possible. In the meantime, be sure to use the is active.
Page 23 Low fuel alert When the fuel level drops to approximately 1/8 of a tank, a flashing fuel pump symbol is displayed. If you want to calculate fuel economy, use the message center buttons instead of the fuel gauge bar graph indicator. It is likely to give you a much more accurate figure.
Page 24 Compass Display (If Equipped) The Compass is continually self-calibrating and should not require calibration, however a The Compass can display direction indicated by N, manual-calibrating mode can be initiated. S, E, W, NE, NW, SE and SW. The sensor for the compass display is located on the back side of the NOTE: Compass calibration requires that the rear view mirror.
Page 25 Factors Affecting Compass Accuracy The compass reading can be affected when you drive near a number of things — such as large buildings, bridges, power lines, and powerful antennas. Your compass can also be affected by magnetic or metallic objects placed in or on the compass sensor (the sensor is loacated on the inside rearview mirror bracket).
Page 26 Odometer The Electronic Message Center The odometer tells you the total number of miles or Along with information the warning lights and kilometers your vehicle has been driven. If the gauges provide, the electronic message center lets cluster is replaced, and the accumulated mileage on you: the odometer is unknown, the replacement cluster see problems such as Door Ajar, Air Suspension,...
Page 27 Reset — Sets the selected function to zero (if resettable). Select — Selects the function. This is a dual action switch, the right side advances function to the right, the left side advances function to the left. All of the message center functions are controlled by the three switches located just below the radio controls in the center of the instrument panel.
Page 28 How to use the message center What the message center functions can show you To reset any function: DIST TO EMPTY — Distance to Empty 1. Push either the right or left side of the SELECT (DTE) button to choose the function you would like to set.
Page 29 This function estimates how many miles or Displayed DTE will not be equal to AVG ECON kilometers you can drive with the fuel remaining in multiplied by the FUEL REMAIN value. This is your tank under standard driving conditions. because DTE is calculated using a method that takes into consideration the fuel economy of the Remember to turn off the ignition when filling up last 500 miles (800 Km) driven.
Page 30 If “CO” or “CS” is displayed, this means that there This function shows you how many gallons (liters) is a problem with the fuel indication system and of fuel you have left in the fuel tank. you should contact your dealer for service as soon If your fuel level is above 20 gallons (75.7 liters), as possible.
Page 31 FUEL ECON — Fuel Economy Functions Average Economy is entered by pressing the SELECT> button from the DISTANCE TO EMPTY The FUEL ECON selection indicates two functions, display. This function is indicated by the AVG Average Fuel Economy and Instantaneous Fuel indicator being illuminated to the left of the Economy.
Page 32 AVG ECON — Average Fuel Economy If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing miles traveled by gallons used, your figure Select this function to display your average fuel may be different than displayed because of: economy in miles per gallon or liters per 100 kilometers.
Page 33 INST ECON — Instantaneous Fuel Your vehicle must be moving to calculate fuel Economy economy. When your vehicle is not moving, instantaneous fuel economy is displayed at 0 miles Select this function to calculate your instantaneous per gallon or 99 liters per 100 kilometers. When fuel economy.
Page 34 AVG SPEED — Average Speed Function To reset either trip feature to zero, press the RESET switch while a trip distance feature (Trip A or Trip To use the Average Speed function, select AVG B) is displayed. SPEED and press the RESET button. Your average speed from that point until you RESET again will be TRIP REMAIN —...
Page 35 suspension switch (located in the trunk on the right side) is off or to indicate a possible system fault. If the light is displayed while driving and the air suspension switch is not turned off, safely pull off the road as soon as possible. Turn the ignition switch from ON to OFF and to ON again.
Page 36: Overdrive Off Indicator
Overdrive Off Indicator This light tells you that the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) has been pushed. When the light is on, the transmission will not shift into overdrive. Depressing the button will return the vehicle to “overdrive on” mode. The transmission will be in the “overdrive on”...
Page 37 Trunk Ajar Light Chime for Headlamps On If the trunk is not completely closed, this light This chime sounds if the driver or any passenger comes on when you turn the ignition to ON. With door is open when the parking lamps or headlamps the ignition ON this light will flash five (5) times are on.
Page 38: Electronic Sound Systems
Electronic Sound Systems Luxury Audio System (Analog)
Page 39 Luxury Audio System (Digital)
Page 40 Luxury Audio System NOTE: If the volume is set above a certain level when the ignition is turned off, the volume level Using the Controls on Your New Radio will reset to a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. However, if the How to turn the radio on and off radio is turned off with the “VOL/PUSH ON”...
Page 41 How to tune radio stations Using the “SEEK” function There are four ways for you to tune in a particular Press the right a side of the “SEEK” button to station. You can use the “TUNE”, “SEEK”, “SCAN” select the next listenable station up the frequency or memory buttons.
Page 42 1. Select a band, then select a frequency. Activate Auto Memory Store by pushing the “AUTOSET” button once. Your radio will set the 2. Press one of the memory buttons and hold first six strong stations of the band you are in (AM, until the sound returns and the lamp above the FM1 or FM2) into the memory buttons.
Page 43 Adjusting the tone balance of your radio Adjusting speaker balance and speaker fader Increasing or decreasing bass and treble Push the “BAL/FADE” popout knob to gain access response to the speaker balance and fader controls. Balance control allows you to adjust the sound distribution Push the “BASS/TREB”...
Page 44 Using the Digital Signal Processing To deactivate the DSP feature, press the (DSP) Feature “( a DSP b )” button again. Push the “( a DSP b )” button to activate the Delayed Accessory Feature feature. The display will indicate which signal mode (If Equipped) is in effect.
Page 45 Your Antenna and play will begin after a momentary tape tightening process. Display indicates “TAPE” while Antennas for both AM and FM reception are hidden tape is playing. in the back glass of your vehicle. There is an internal antenna module that will switch between If the player is in the tape mode but not in play, AM and FM, when bands are changed, for pressing the “TAPE”...
Page 46 Rewinding the tape Using the “SCAN” function with your cassette tape player To rewind the tape, press the “REW” button. The radio will automatically begin playing while the tape Pushing the “SCAN” button will begin the forward is rewinding. The light above the “REW” button scan mode on the tape currently playing, stopping will blink while in the rewind mode.
Page 47: How To Eject The Tape
Push the k button to activate. When activated, How to eject the tape the light above the k button will be illuminated. To stop the tape and eject the cassette, press the “EJECT” button. The tape will eject only when in Tape error messages the tape mode.
Page 48 Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player If a tape is loose inside the cassette, tighten it and Tapes before playing by putting your finger or a pencil into one of the holes and turning the hub until In order to keep your cassette tape player the tape is tight.
Page 49 Ford 10-CD Changer (If Equipped) Introduction The 10-CD Changer Unit is mounted in the trunk (10-disc capacity) and is remotely controlled through the controls of your Luxury Audio System. Be sure to read all of the information provided on the following pages to get the most out of this system.
Page 50 2. Push EJECT button to eject the disc 3. Load discs into disc magazine slots (numbered “magazine” (which holds 10 discs) (Figure 2). 1 through 10) one at a time with labeled surfaces upward, starting with bottom slot number 1 (Figure 3). Figure 2 Figure 3...
Page 51 4. Insert loaded disc magazine into chamber unit 5. Close unit by sliding changer panel door to the with the arrow on top of the disc magazine left. pointing toward the changer (Figure 4). Make The Compact Disc Changer unit is now ready to sure magazine is fully inserted into changer.
Page 52 How to begin CD Changer play If either button is pressed and held, the CD Changer will continue fast-forwarding or reversing NOTE: Radio power must be on to operate the through the discs in the disc magazine. During Compact Disc Changer. these functions, the display will indicate the disc Push the “CD”...
Page 53 Operating the CD Compression feature Operating the “SCAN” function The compression feature will bring soft and loud Press the “SCAN” button to enter the scan mode. passages closer together for a more consistent The CD player will begin scanning the disc, listening level.
Page 54 How to stop CD play Do not clean discs with solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners While in the CD Changer mode, press either the or antistatic spray intended for analog records. “AM” or “FM1/FM2” button to stop CD play and resume radio play.
Page 55 CD Error Messages A disc is already loaded. Your system is equipped to diagnose certain The disc is inserted with the label surface problems you may experience. The error codes are: downward. — CD E1 — Mechanism error. The disc is dusty or defective. —...
Page 56 Distance/Strength If play does not begin after the CD button is pushed: The strength of the FM signal is directly related to the distance the signal must travel. The listenable The radio is not on. range of an average FM signal is approximately 24 The unit is in the stop mode.
Page 57 When the radio waves are reflected off objects or displayed frequency does not change. While passing structures, the reflected signal cancels the normal the tower, the station may switch back and forth a signal, causing the antenna to pick up noise and few times before returning to the original station.
Page 58 Important Warranty and Service Not all frequencies will be assigned to a given area. This radio will tune to each of these frequencies Information using manual tune and no fine tuning is necessary as radio stations may not use other frequencies. About Your Warranty Some FM radio stations advertise a “rounded-off”...
Page 59: Controls And Features
Controls and Features The Climate Control System The EATC feature maintains the temperature you select and automatically controls the airflow for Electronic Automatic Temperature your comfort. It also allows you to override the Control System automatic operation with manual override buttons. The Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) module is located at the center of the instrument panel and operates only when the key is...
Page 60 To turn your EATC on, push the AUTOMATIC button or any of the six override buttons along the bottom of the control. To turn your EATC off, press the OFF button. When the system is off, the display window will be blank (dark) except when OUTSIDE TEMP has been selected.
Page 61 If you want continuous maximum cooling, push the Automatic operation BLUE button until 60˚F (16˚C) is shown in the Push the AUTOMATIC button and select the display window. Your EATC will cool at maximum desired temperature. The selected temperature and and disregard the 60˚F (16˚C) setting until you AUTO will be shown in the display window.
Page 62 When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions Temperature selection require heat, air will be sent to the floor. But, a The RED and BLUE buttons at the upper left of the feature is included in your EATC to prevent Control are for temperature selection. The RED blowing cold air to the floor if the engine coolant is button will increase the set temperature and the not warm enough to allow heating.
Page 63 Temperature display The selected temperature displayed in the window can be set for either ˚F or ˚C. Your car may have an English/Metric (E/M) Button to change your speedometer from miles to kilometers. When pressed, this button also changes the temperature display.
Page 64 To change the temperature display to ˚F or ˚C, press and hold the MAX A/C and DEF Buttons at the same time for 3/4 second. The display will change. If you continue to press the two buttons, the display will continuously switch between ˚F and ˚C.
Page 65 When you move the thumbwheel, the fan speed You can override the fan speed at any time. If you will go to manual control. The display window will use the thumbwheel to override the fan speed, the show the H symbol in the upper left corner along EATC will continue to control the temperature but with the selected temperature and operating you control the fan speed.
Page 66 MAX A/C, etc.), automatic fan control will the air discharge location only. It does not affect continue unless you rotate the fan thumbwheel. To the ability of the system to control temperature or return to automatic fan control, press the the fan speed.
Page 67 VENT button FLR & DEF button Push this button to select outside air through the Push this button to get air to the floor and instrument panel registers. The display window will windshield defrosters at the same time. The display show the set temperature and VENT to the lower will show the set temperature, FLR and the Defrost right of the temperature.
Page 68 OUTSIDE TEMP button By pressing this button the temperature of the air outside of the vehicle will show in the display. The outside temperature will continue to be displayed until the OUTSIDE TEMP button is pressed again to cancel. If the selected temperature setting is changed while the outside temperature is displayed, the new selected temperature will be displayed for 4 seconds after it is changed.
Page 69 NOTE: The outside temperature reading is most Do not put objects under the front seats that accurate when the vehicle is moving. Higher interfere with the flow of air to the back seat readings may be obtained when the vehicle is not area.
Page 70 Rear Window Defroster and Heated Sideview Mirrors The rear window and heated outside mirrors defroster switch activates the defroster for the rear window to clear frost, fog, or thin ice from both the inside and outside of the rear window and activates the heated outside rearview mirrors.
Page 71 3-Way Steering Assist Switch After approximately 10 minutes, the defroster will turn off. If the window or mirrors are still not clear, (If Equipped) turn the defroster on again. Your Town Car is equipped with a speed sensitive The defroster will turn off when the ignition key is steering system that changes steering effort with turned to the OFF or START position.
Page 72 The Interior and Exterior Lights NOTE: If you have a vehicle with an automatic lighting system, the DRL system is active until the Daytime Running Light System automatic system turns on the headlamps. NOTE: You may notice that the lights flicker when (Canadian vehicles only) the vehicle is turned on or off.
Page 73 Turning On the Exterior Lights To turn on your headlamps, parking lamps, side markers, license plate lamps and tail lamps, use the control knob that is to the left of the steering wheel. The knob that operates the headlamps and parking lamps...
Page 74 To turn on the parking lamps, tail lamps, side markers, and license plate lamps, turn the knob clockwise to the first position. For more information about how the high beams work, see the high beam section later in this chapter. Setting the Autolamp On/Off Delay System By using the autolamp, you can set the headlamps...
Page 75: Instrument Panel Illumination
3. Rotate the headlamp switch counterclockwise You can set the autolamp so the headlamps stay on from the OFF position. for up to three minutes after you turn your vehicle off. 4. The autolamp will automatically turn the lamps on and off for you. The further you rotate the headlamp switch counterclockwise, the longer the lamps will stay Do not put any articles on top of the photocell that...
Page 76 Clock The digital clock The switch that controls the light on the instrument panel illumination 1. To set the hour, press and hold the hour button. When the desired hour appears, release the button. 2. To set the minutes, press and hold the minute button.
Page 77 Ashtray and Cupholder Ignition Your vehicle has an ashtray/cupholder mounted to Understanding the Positions of the the lower center of the instrument panel. Ignition To open the ashtray, pull out the bottom edge of the drawer until it stops. To close, remove cup(s) and push drawer forward until closed.
Page 78 NOTE: Your vehicle is also equipped with an ON allows you to test your vehicle’s warning lights accessory timer. This allows some of your to make sure they work before you start the engine. accessories to remain on for up to 10 minutes after The key returns to the ON position once the engine the ignition is turned to the OFF position.
Page 79 Removing the Key From the Ignition WARNING 1. Put the gearshift in P (Park). Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle. 2. Set the parking brake fully. 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. The Turn Signal Lever 4.
Page 80: High Beams
When the turn signal is used when the headlamps are on, the cornering lamps will automatically light on either the right or left side depending on the direction of the turn. High Beams To turn on the high beams, turn the headlamp control switch to the headlamp ON position (or activate the autolamp feature) and push the turn signal lever away from you until it latches.
Page 81: Windshield Wipers And Washer
Windshield Wipers and Washer To turn on the windshield wipers, the ignition key must be turned to the ON or ACC position. Rotate the knob towards “S” to activate the wipers. The first seven detents are interval wipe positions, the eighth detent is the LO position and the ninth detent is the HI position.
Page 82 Maintenance and Care chapter. If there is enough Windshield washer fluid and Wipers in the Index. fluid, consult your nearest Ford or Lincoln-Mercury Hazard Flasher dealer. The hazard flasher serves as a warning to other...
Page 83 The control switch for the hazard flashers Horn To sound the horn, push the center pad area of the steering wheel. The horn on the steering wheel — Executive series...
Page 84: Tilt Steering
Tilt Steering WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. The horn on the steering wheel — Signature and Cartier series...
Page 85: Speed Control
To change the position of the steering wheel, pull the release lever on the column toward you. Tip the steering wheel to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in place. Speed Control The speed of the vehicle cannot be automatically controlled until the vehicle speed is at or above 30 mph (48 km/h).
Page 86 The speed control switches on the steering The speed control switches on the steering wheel — Executive series wheel — Signature and Cartier series...
Page 87 To Turn Speed Control Off driving on a downhill in j (Overdrive), you may want to shift to the next lower gear to reduce your Press OFF, OR vehicle’s speed. Turn off the vehicle ignition. If your vehicle slows down more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below your set speed on an uphill, your Once speed control is switched off, the previously speed control will disengage.
Page 88 To Disengage Speed Control Accelerate with your accelerator pedal, then press SET ACCEL. Depress the brake pedal. You may accelerate with the accelerator pedal at Disengaging the speed control will not erase the any time during speed control usage. Releasing the previously programmed set speed.
Page 89 Radio Control Features Remote Control Buttons (If equipped) With the remote radio control features you are able Your vehicle may be equipped with remote control buttons, located on the steering wheel, which allow Select a preset station from memory by pressing you to control some radio and climate control the “MEM”...
Page 90 Turning On the Lamps Front and Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps Your vehicle is equipped with two courtesy/reading lamps located at the front-center and rear-center of the headliner (roof). The right lamps are for the right side passengers and the left lamps are for the driver and rear left side passenger.
Page 91 Moon Roof (If equipped) You can move the moon roof back to open the glass panel, or you can tilt it up to ventilate the vehicle. The rocker type switch is used to open and close the moon roof. You must press and hold the switch until the desired position is reached.
Page 92 To close from vent position, press and hold the rear WARNING portion of the switch. Do not let children play with the moon Occasionally wiping the outside guide rail covers of roof. They may seriously hurt the moon roof with a clean cloth will help keep the themselves.
Page 93 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror (If equipped) The electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal state to the non-glare state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror. This mirror functions at night, and has a limited function at dusk or dawn.
Page 94: Sun Visors
Sun Visors There are two light sensors (photocells) in this mirror. The sensor that detects rear glare is located Using the Sun Visors inside a window in the center of the mirror. The second light sensor which determines outside light To block the sun, move the main visor down.
Page 95: Homelink Universal Transmitter
Illuminated Visor Mirror (If equipped) HomeLink Universal Transmitter (If equipped) To turn on the visor mirror, lift the mirror cover. The HomeLink Universal Transmitter provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters with a single built-in device. This innovative feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most current transmitters to operate garage doors and gates.
Page 96 Do not use this HomeLink Transmitter with any 1. If you have previously programmed your garage door opener that lacks safety “stop” and HomeLink Transmitter, proceed to step 2. “reverse” features as required by federal safety Otherwise, hold down the two outside buttons standards, (this includes any garage door opener on the HomeLink Transmitter until the red model manufactured before April 1, 1982).
Page 97 5. Hold down both buttons until you see the red light on the HomeLink Transmitter flash, first slowly and then rapidly. It indicates that you have successfully programmed the HomeLink Transmitter to learn the new frequency signal. Release both buttons once the rapid flashing begins.
Page 98 Operating the HomeLink Universal HomeLink Transmitter flashes rapidly for 1-2 Transmitter seconds, then remains on, your garage door opener has a rolling code system. Once it is programmed, the HomeLink Universal Transmitter can be used in place of your hand-held Training a Garage Door Opener transmitter(s).
Page 99 Remove the cover panel from your garage door Your garage door opener should now recognize opener receiver. (The receiver should be located your HomeLink Transmitter. You may use either by the garage door opener motor.) your HomeLink Transmitter or your original hand-held transmitter to open your garage door.
Page 100 NOTE: When selling your vehicle, be sure to erase all channels on the HomeLink Transmitter that you programmed. Accessories Accessories for your HomeLink Universal Transmitter are available from the manufacturer of the device. If you would like additional information or would like to purchase other accessories such as home lighting or security products that can be operated by the HomeLink Universal Transmitter, please call toll-free: 1-800-355-3515.
Page 101 To set the childproof lock on each rear door, open the rear door. Find the lever at the black label with the word LOCKED in white letters. Move the lever up. To release the childproof lock, open the rear door from the outside and move the lever down.
Page 102 Using the Power Windows Each door has a power control that opens and closes the window on that door. The driver’s door has a master control panel that operates all four windows. Power windows can only be opened or closed when the ignition is in the ON or ACC position or during the ten minute delayed accessory period after the ignition is turned off.
Page 103 Programmable Memory — Seat and To operate, briefly press the driver’s window switch Mirrors (If equipped) to the down position. The window will then open automatically. To stop automatic operation, briefly If your vehicle is equipped with this option, you press the switch again to either the up or down can store settings for three seat and mirror position.
Page 104 Side View Mirrors 3. Press “1” button within five (5) seconds. You now have set in memory the first position. Set Your vehicle comes with electric side mirrors. The the second position by adjusting the seat and side view mirror on the right is a convex mirror. mirrors, pressing the SET button and pushing This mirror gives you a wider view of the lanes on the “2”...
Page 105 Cellular Phone User’s Manual provided with your phone. For further questions 3. Move the mirror switch in the direction you about your Lincoln cellular phone, contact the Ford want to move the mirror. Cellular System at 1-800-367-3013(U.S.). In 4.
Page 106 To open the lid, push in on the latch release bar at the front and raise. The features on the armrest...
Page 107: Floor Mat
Positive Retention Driver’s Side Floor Mat Installing the Floor Mat Position the floor mat in foot well. Place mat eyelet over pointed end of retention post from the rear and rotate forward to install. Adjust floor mat position to allow proper operation of accelerator pedal and brake pedal.
Page 108 Removing the Floor Mat 1. Insert the key into the lock on the trunk. Lift floor mat just forward of retention post and 2. Turn the key to the right until the trunk opens. rotate rearward to disengage from retention post. 3.
Page 109: Keyless Entry System
4. Shut the trunk lid by pushing on the top of the lid with enough pressure to allow the latch to engage. 5. The power mechanism will automatically pull down and securely latch the trunk lid shut. A slight whirring sound will be heard. WARNING Do not attempt to stop the automatic pulldown or clear objects from the...
Page 110 The code is: on your owner’s wallet card found in the glove compartment taped to the trunk lid’s right hinge support bar taped to the computer module in your driver’s front door When you use keyless entry, the illuminated entry system turns on the interior lights for 25 seconds and the buttons on the keypad light up.
Page 111 Unlocking the Doors with the Keyless 3. To unlock the trunk, press the 5/6 button Entry System within five seconds of unlocking the driver’s or passenger’s doors, or re-enter the code to open You must unlock the driver’s door before you the driver’s door, then press 5/6.
Page 112 Autolock If you do not want to use the Autolock feature, it can be deactivated by using the buttons for the The Autolock feature will automatically lock all the keyless entry system. doors when: To deactivate the Autolock system: the vehicle’s doors are fully closed 1.
Page 113 Programming Your Own Entry Code 5. Enter a sixth digit to indicate which memory should be recalled by this personal code. You can program up to four (4) personal codes to unlock your vehicle. This code does not replace the 1/2 Recall Memory 1 permanent code that the dealership gave you.
Page 114 To erase all of the personal entry codes and remote Arming, disarming and resetting your entry transmitters programmed to a vehicle: anti-theft system from the keyless entry 1. Enter the original permanent code. The Keyless Entry system will arm the anti-theft 2.
Page 115 Unlocking the doors and opening the The remote entry features only operate with the trunk transmission in the P (Park) or N (Neutral) position. To unlock the driver’s door, press the UNLOCK control. To unlock the other doors, press the UNLOCK button a second time within five (5) seconds of unlocking the driver’s door.
Page 116 The door lock Horn Chirp is a programmable You can turn it OFF by pressing the PANIC control feature. To deactivate the Horn Chirp feature: again or by turning the ignition key to the RUN position. 1. Enter your permanent five-digit code (not the user code you may have set).
Page 117 Memory Seat and Mirror Feature Keyless Entry Remote Entry Up to four unique keyless entry codes can be programmed by the customer. Three of the Pressing the UNLOCK button on the remote codes can be assigned to recall Memory 1, entry key fob unlocks the driver’s door and Memory 2, or Memory 3.
Page 118: Replacing The Batteries
Replacement batteries can be purchased at most new transmitter: pharmacies, watch stores or at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Additional transmitters may be purchased from your dealer (remote entry system will work with up to NOTE: The operating range of the remote entry four transmitters).
Page 119: Battery Saver
Battery Saver 3. Press one button on each of the transmitters to be programmed. Each transmitter button must When the ignition is turned off, the vehicle will be pressed within seven (7) seconds of the turn off battery voltage to the vehicle lamps as prior one.
Page 120: Arming The System
Anti-theft System To tell the difference between a PANIC alarm and a triggered Anti-Theft alarm: When armed, this system helps protect your vehicle against break-ins or theft by monitoring all doors, only the Anti-Theft alarm will cause the alarm the hood, and the trunk lock cylinder. indicator light (located in the center of the instrument cluster) to flash on and off.
Page 121 3. Lock the doors by using the power door lock You can also arm the anti-theft system with the switch, pressing the remote entry transmitter factory installed remote entry system or the keyless LOCK button or pressing the last two buttons entry system by following this sequence: (7/8, 9/0) of the keyless entry keypad.
Page 122 Disarming an Untriggered Anti-Theft there is an attempt to remove the trunk lock System cylinder (simply pulling on the lock cylinder will trigger a switch), or You can disarm the system by: NOTE: You can open the trunk with your key unlocking a front door with the key (turn the without setting off the alarm.
Page 123: Seating And Safety Restraints
Seating and Safety Restraints Seats A head restraint should be placed as high as possible behind your head without interfering with Head Restraints your vision. If you use them properly, head restraints will help You can adjust the head restraints for your comfort protect your head and neck in a collision.
Page 124 WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. WARNING Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. The four-way head restraint To recline the front manual seats: 1.
Page 125 4. Release the handle to lock the seat in its new position. The seatback recliner handle Using the Power Seats The controls to operate the power seats are located on the front door armrests. The power seat adjustment controls...
Page 126 Power Recliner (If equipped) Power Lumbar Support (If equipped) To recline the front seatback, push the switch With this feature, you can inflate a lumbar support located on the side of the seat down. Push the pad in the seatback. To inflate the lumbar pad, switch up to raise the seatback.
Page 127 Heated Seats (If equipped) Each Heated Seat is controlled by the Heated Seat Switch in the Driver’s and Front Passenger’s door just rear of the door handle. The Heated Seat System will only operate with the ignition key in the “ON” position and will maintain a temperature automatically once it is selected.
Page 128 2. Rotate the thumbwheel from “0” to “1” (the Safety belts provide best restraint when: lowest heat level). Allow five minutes for the the seatback is upright heat level to stabilize. the occupant is sitting upright (not slouched) 3. If the heat level is not high enough for comfort, select increased heat levels “2”...
Page 129 WARNING WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a Each seating position in your vehicle cargo area, inside or outside of a has a specific safety belt assembly vehicle. In a collision, people riding in which is made up of one buckle and these areas are more likely to be one tongue that are designed to be used seriously injured or killed.
Page 130: Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts
WARNING WARNING Ford recommends that all safety belt Lock the doors of your vehicle before assemblies and attaching hardware driving to lessen the risk of the door should be inspected by a qualified coming open in a collision. technician after any collision. Safety Combination Lap and Shoulder belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and...
Page 131 Fastening the combination lap and shoulder belt Fastening the rear seat lap and shoulder belt NOTE: Be sure to read and understand Important Safety Belt Information in this chapter. To adjust the lap part of the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt until the lap belt fits snugly and as low as possible around your hips.
Page 132 Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment While the belt retracts, guide the tongue to its original position to prevent it from striking you or Driver and right front passenger the vehicle. You can adjust the shoulder belt height to one of five (5) positions. To adjust, pinch the release button (see Figures 1 and 2) and slide it up or down until the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder.
Page 133 Figure 2 — The shoulder belt height adjuster Figure 1 — The shoulder belt height adjuster...
Page 134 Dual locking mode retractors operate in two WARNING ways: Position the shoulder belt height Vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking adjuster so that the belt rests across the mode middle of your shoulder. Be sure the shoulder belt is properly positioned on In this operating mode, the shoulder belt retractor your shoulder each time you use the will allow the occupant freedom of movement,...
Page 135 3. A clicking sound will continue to be heard as the belt is allowed to retract. WARNING NOTE: When the combination lap/shoulder belt is Rear-facing child seats or infant carriers unbuckled and allowed to retract completely, the should never be placed in the front retractor will switch to the vehicle sensitive seats.
Page 136 combination seat belt is latched into the buckle, the cinch tongue will allow the lap portion to become shorter, but locks the webbing in place to restrict it from becoming longer. Before you can reach and latch a combination lap and shoulder belt having a cinch tongue into the buckle, you may have to lengthen the lap belt portion of it.
Page 137 To fasten a cinch tongue, pull the combination lap WARNING and shoulder belt from the retractor so that the Each seating position in your vehicle shoulder belt portion of the safety belt crosses your shoulder and chest. Be sure the belt is not twisted. has a specific safety belt assembly If the belt is twisted remove the twist.
Page 138: Lap Belts
Lap Belts Pull the belt across your hips and insert the tongue into the correct buckle on your seat until The lap belts in the center of the front and rear you hear a snap and feel it lock. Make sure the seats do not adjust automatically.
Page 139: Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System
Use only extensions manufactured by the same bracket assemblies (if equipped), and attaching supplier as the safety belt. Manufacturer hardware, should be inspected after any collision. identification is located at the end of the webbing Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies on the label.
Page 140 The right front passenger air bag is not WARNING designed to restrain occupants in the center front seating position. Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
Page 141 WARNING WARNING If you are close to an inflating air bag, Rear-facing child seats and infant it could seriously injure you. Position carriers should never be placed in the your seat such that it is as far back front seats. from the steering wheel as possible but How Does the Air Bag Supplemental still allows you to properly control the...
Page 142 the burnt propellant. This is normal. The residue WARNING may consist of cornstarch or talcum powder (which The air bag will inflate only once. The is used to lubricate the air bag) or sodium compounds, such as sodium carbonates (e.g. baking system is designed to function on a soda) that result from the combustion process that one-time-only basis.
Page 143 If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Determining if System Is Operational serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System uses a immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not readiness light and a tone to indicate the condition function properly in the event of a collision.
Page 144: Safety Restraints For Children
Never let a passenger hold a child on For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, his or her lap while the vehicle is see your local Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Air moving. The passenger cannot protect bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel.
Page 145 Safety Seats for Children WARNING Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size Carefully follow all of the and weight of the child. Always follow the safety manufacturer’s instructions included seat manufacturer’s instructions when installing and with the safety seat you put in your using the safety seat.
Page 146 WARNING WARNING Rear-facing child seats or infant carriers If you do not properly secure the safety should never be placed in the front seat, the child occupying the seat may seats. be injured during a collision or sudden stop. An unsecured safety seat could also injure other passengers.
Page 147 Installing Safety Seats in the Front WARNING Outboard Passenger Seating Position Carefully follow all of the If you choose to install a forward-facing child safety manufacturer’s instructions included seat in the front seating positions, move vehicle seat with the safety seat you put in your as far back as possible.
Page 148 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. See Figure 2. Be sure that the belt webbing is not twisted.
Page 149 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for that seating position until you hear and feel the latch engage. See Figure 3. Make sure tongue is latched securely to buckle by pulling on tongue. Routing the lap/shoulder belt...
Page 150 5. Grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard. At this time, the retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode). See Figure 4. NOTE: The dual locking mode retractor must be in the automatic locking mode to properly restrain a child seat.
Page 151 6. Allow the belt to retract. A clicking sound will be heard as the belt retracts. This indicates the retractor is in the automatic locking mode. Pull on the lap belt portion across the child seat towards the buckle and continue to pull up on the shoulder belt portion while pushing down on the child seat allowing the shoulder belt to retract to remove any slack in the seat belt.
Page 153 7. Before placing the child in the child seat, forcibly tilt the seat from side to side and in forward directions to make sure that the seat is securely held in place. See Figure 7. Checking that the seat is secure...
Page 154 8. Double check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode. Try to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot, the belt is in the automatic locking mode. See Figure 8. Checking the retractor...
Page 155 9. Check to make sure that the child seat is properly secured prior to each use. If the retractor is not locked, repeat steps 6 through NOTE: To remove the retractor from automatic lock mode, allow seat belt to retract fully to its stowed position and the retractor will automatically switch back to the vehicle sensitive locking mode for normal adult usage.
Page 156 NOTE: The belt webbing below the tongue is the 3. While still holding the belt webbing below the lap belt portion of the combination lap/shoulder tongue in one hand, use your other hand to belt, and the belt webbing above the tongue is the grasp the tip (metal portion) of the tongue and shoulder belt portion of the combination belt webbing together, and again pull out as...
Page 157 5. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely latched to the buckle by pulling on the tongue. See Figure 3.
Page 158 6. Push down on the child seat and pull up on the shoulder belt portion to tighten the lap belt portion of the combination lap and shoulder belt. See Figure 4.
Page 159 7. Grasp belt close to child seat and pull on the shoulder belt portion of the combination lap/shoulder belt, then allow the belt to retract and remove all slack to securely tighten the child safety seat in the vehicle. See Figure 5.
Page 160 8. Before placing the child into the child seat, forcibly tilt the child seat from side-to-side and in forward directions to make sure that the seat is held securely in place. See Figures 6 and 7. If the child seat moves excessively, repeat steps 6 through 8, or properly install the child seat in a different seating position.
Page 162 9. Check from time to time to be sure that there Lincoln-Mercury dealer. All vehicles built for is no slack in the lap/shoulder belt. The sale in Canada include a tether anchor shoulder belt must be snug to keep the lap belt hardware kit.
Page 163 to the seat belt buckle may help provide a good WARNING shoulder belt fit. Do not use a belt-positioning booster To improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts on with a lap-only belt. children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford recommends use of a belt-positioning booster seat Lap belts and the lap belt portion of lap and that is labelled as conforming to all Federal motor...
Page 164: Starting Your Vehicle
Starting Fuel-Injected Engines Starting Your Vehicle When starting a fuel-injected engine, the most Preparing to Start Your Vehicle important thing to remember is to avoid pressing down on the accelerator before or WARNING during starting. Only use the accelerator when you Do not start your vehicle in a closed have problems getting your vehicle started.
Page 165: Starting Your Engine
3. Make sure that the gearshift is in P (Park) and 4. Turn the key to the START position (cranking) the parking brake is set before you turn the until the engine starts. Allow the key to return key. to the ON position after the engine has started. Before you start your vehicle, you should test the If you have difficulty in turning the key, rotate warning lights on the instrument panel to make...
Page 166 For a warm engine: If the engine does not start after two attempts: Do not hold the key in the START position for more than five (5) seconds at a time. If the 1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. engine does not start within five (5) seconds on 2.
Page 167 A computer system controls the engine’s idle WARNING speed. When you start your vehicle, the Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle engine’s idle speed normally runs higher than when it is warmed up. These faster engine in dry grass or other dry ground cover. speeds will make your vehicle move slightly The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust...
Page 168 Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes WARNING Carbon monoxide, although colorless and odorless, To prevent electrical shock, do not use is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to your heater with ungrounded electrical avoid its dangerous effects. systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. WARNING For best results, plug the heater in at least three Do not start your vehicle in a closed...
Page 169 Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems If the engine is idling while you are stopped in an checked whenever: open area for long periods of time, open the windows at least one inch (2.5 cm). Also, adjust your vehicle is raised for service the heating or air conditioning system to bring in outside air.
Page 170 Driving Brakes NOTE: If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear and do not apply your brakes Applying the Brakes continuously. If you apply your brakes continuously, they may overheat and become less effective. Your vehicle has anti-lock disc brakes on all four wheels.
Page 171 light comes on at any time other than right after you turn the key to the ON position or during a sudden stop, have your mobile radio dealer inspect the installation. Parking Brake The parking brake should be used whenever you park your vehicle.
Page 172 pull the brake release handle [marked (P)] located WARNING on the lower left corner of the instrument panel. If the parking brake is fully released, The pedal is now released and will reset the next but the Brake System light remains on, time you press the pedal.
Page 173 Traction Assist (If equipped) At 25 mph (40 km/h) the function begins to taper off until it no longer operates above 34 mph Your vehicle may be equipped with the optional (55 km/h). Traction Assist system. This system helps prevent wheel spin in order to improve tire traction and is If the Traction Assis;...
Page 174 A shutoff switch is located in the trunk on the right hand vertical trim panel. If this switch is in the OFF position, the automatic leveling system will not operate. The switch should be OFF whenever hoisting, towing or jacking up the vehicle. “CHECK AIR SUSPENSION”...
Page 175 The Steering Assist Switch (if equipped), located on the instrument panel, allows the driver to select how the steering effort changes with vehicle speed. In the standard position, the steering effort increases at about the same rates as the vehicle speed increases.
Page 176 Steering Your Vehicle Driving with an Automatic Overdrive Transmission Your vehicle comes with power steering. Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer The automatic overdrive transmission operates very your vehicle. much like a regular automatic transmission, except it offers the extra overdrive feature.
Page 177 transmission out of the P (Park) position without 4. Depress the brake pedal, move the gearshift the brake pedal being depressed if the key is in the lever to N (Neutral) and start the engine. ON position. If you need to shift out of P (Park) by using the To operate: alternate procedure described above, it is possible that a fuse has blown and that your brakelamps...
Page 178 R (Reverse) through 4th gears. When the TCS is pressed, the Transmission Control Indicator Light will illuminate With the gearshift in the R (Reverse) position, the (OVERDRIVE OFF) on the instrument panel. When vehicle will move backward. You should always this OVERDRIVE OFF is illuminated the come to a complete stop before shifting into or out transmission will upshift and downshift from 1st...
Page 179 Overdrive is the usual driving position for an When to use 2 (Second) automatic overdrive transmission. It works the same Use 2 (Second) for start-up on slippery roads or to way Drive works, automatically upshifting or give you more engine braking to slow your vehicle downshifting as the vehicle speeds or slows.
Page 180 cargo, should never be more than the Gross Vehicle WARNING Weight Rating (GVWR). Also, the weight that your Always set the parking brake fully and vehicle carries over the front axle and rear axle make sure the gearshift is latched in P should never be more than the Gross Axle Weight (Park).
Page 181 Limiting Your Vehicle’s Load the tongue load of the loaded trailer The load that you add to your vehicle must not the weight of any equipment that has been exceed the maximum load stated on the Safety added to your vehicle since it was delivered to Compliance Certification Decal attached to the left your dealer front door pillar.
Page 182: Trailer Towing
If your vehicle exceeds the GAWR for either axle, shift the load or Trailer Towing remove cargo accordingly. Your vehicle is not equipped to tow. No towing packages are available through Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealers.
Page 183: Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Emergencies If the Engine Cranks but Does The flashers work whether your vehicle is running Not Start or Does Not Start After or not. The flashers work for up to two hours a Collision when the battery is fully charged and in good condition without draining the battery excessively.
Page 184 WARNING If you see or smell fuel, do not reset the switch or try to start your vehicle. Have all the passengers get out of the vehicle and call the local fire department or a towing service. If your engine cranks but does not start after a collision or substantial jolt: 1.
Page 185: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5. Check under the vehicle again for leaking fuel. If you see or smell fuel, do not start your Fuses (conventional and high current) and circuit vehicle again. If you do not see or smell fuel, breakers protect your vehicle’s wiring system from you can try to start your vehicle again.
Page 186 The instrument panel fuse panel location The instrument panel fuse panel...
Page 187 The Instrument Panel Fuses, Circuit Breakers and Relays...
Page 189 High current Ford recommends that high current fuses be fuses may be purchased from your Ford or replaced by a qualified technician. Lincoln-Mercury dealer. The high current fuse panel is located in the engine compartment on the left-hand fender apron.
Page 190 The high current fuse panel location The high current fuses...
Page 191 The high current fuses...
Page 192: Checking And Replacing Fuses
Checking and Replacing Fuses If you need to check a fuse, follow these steps: 1. Find the fuse panel to the left of the steering column in the instrument panel. 2. Find the fuse you want to check (fuses are numbered on the fuse panel) and remove it with the fuse pulling tool that is provided.
Page 193 4. Replace the fuse with one that has the right ARNING amperage rating. (See the following charts.) Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire.
Page 194: Changing A Tire
The Temporary Spare Tire However, you should know that the circuit breakers will reset themselves and allow the electrical parts You may have a high pressure temporary spare tire. to work again once the overload on the circuit is This spare tire is smaller than a regular tire and is removed.
Page 195: Spare Tire Location
The Conventional Spare Tire When you drive with the temporary spare tire, DO NOT: If you have the conventional spare tire, you can use it as a spare or as a regular tire. This spare tire is exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) under any identical to the other tires that come with your circumstances.
Page 196 To remove the spare tire: 1. Remove the spare tire cover. 2. Unscrew the wing-nut holding down the spare tire. 3. Lift out the spare tire and jack kit. Preparing to Change the Tire 1. Make sure that your vehicle will not move or roll.
Page 197 WARNING WARNING On vehicles equipped with Air If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or Suspension, turn OFF the Air someone else could be seriously Suspension switch prior to jacking, injured. hoisting or towing your vehicle. 2. Get out the spare tire and jack. WARNING To avoid injury, never run the engine with one wheel off the ground, such as...
Page 198 4. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn WARNING counterclockwise, but do not remove them To lessen the risk of personal injury, until the tire is raised off the ground. You should pull up on the handle rather than push do not put any part of your body under to develop maximum force to loosen wheel lug the vehicle while changing a tire.
Page 199 NOTE: Never use the differential housing as a lift point. NOTE: Apply jack to the jack notch in the vertical flange only. Do not apply to the plastic rocker panel which has indicating notches and is outboard of the flange. Jacking locations The improper lift point...
Page 200 2. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel clears the ground. Remove the wheel lug nuts. 3. If you are replacing the front tire (with aluminum wheels) with the temporary spare tire, you need to remove the black dust shield. Gently pull the shield over the rubber o-rings and slide it off the wheel studs.
Page 201 6. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle 8. Place any ornaments in the trunk. counterclockwise. 9. Put the tire, jack, and wrench away. Make sure 7. Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts the jack is securely fastened so it does not in the order shown in the following illustration.
Page 202 Aluminum wheel Remove the center ornament from the wheel with the tapered end of the wheel nut wrench by inserting the end under one of two raised notches, and rotate the handle while prying against the wheel. Install the center ornament on the wheel and be sure it is snapped into place all the way around using the palm of the hand or a rubber mallet.
Page 203 Y-spoke aluminum wheel Remove the center ornament from the wheel with the tapered end of the wheel nut wrench by inserting the end into the notch and, rotate the handle while prying against the wheel. Install the center ornament on the wheel and be sure it is snapped into place all the way around using the palm of the hand or a rubber mallet.
Page 204 Steel wheel with full wheelcover Remove the wheelcover from the wheel using the flanged end of the wheel nut wrench by inserting the handle and then prying against the inner wheelcover flange. Install the wheelcover on the wheel with the valve stem in the wheel matching the hole in the wheelcover.
Page 205 NOTE: If entire lug wrench/lug nut key assembly apply pressure on the key with the wrench. Turn is lost, see your nearest Ford or Lincoln-Mercury the wrench in a counterclockwise direction to dealer who has access to a master set of keys.
Page 206 Reinstalling the anti-theft lug nut WARNING Insert the key over the locking lug nut. Place the To protect yourself when charging a lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and, while battery, always shield your face and applying pressure on the key, install the lug nut. eyes.
Page 207: Preparing Your Vehicle
If the acid touches someone’s skin, eyes, or 2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled clothing, immediately flush the area with water for vehicle. You could damage the vehicle’s at least 15 minutes. If someone swallows the acid, electrical system.
Page 208 Connecting the jumper cables WARNING 1. Connect one end of the first jumper cable to Do not connect the end of the second the positive (+) terminal of the discharged cable to the negative ( ) terminal of the battery. (You can connect either jumper cable battery to be jumped.
Page 209 The 4.6L SFI engine...
Page 210 Jump-Starting 2. Remove the negative ( ) cable from the booster battery. 1. Make sure that the jumper cables are not in the way of moving engine parts, then start the 3. Remove the positive (+) cable from the booster booster vehicle.
Page 211: Towing Your Vehicle
Towing Your Vehicle If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center. Typical towing options include wheel lift towing or flat bed towing. Before your vehicle can be towed, the air suspension switch in the luggage compartment needs to be turned to the OFF position.
Page 212 Rear towing When calling for a tow truck, tell the operator what kind of vehicle you have. A towing manual is available from Ford Motor Company for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck driver refer to this manual for the proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle.
Page 213: Maintenance And Care
Maintenance and Care Service Made Easy This chapter tells you about the basic parts that you need to check and service regularly. Ford has two goals for servicing your vehicle. If your vehicle needs professional servicing, your 1. When we can, we design parts that do not dealership can provide the parts and service need to be serviced.
Page 214 Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids, and Ford tests indicate that you should be concerned service parts conforming to Ford specifications. with the quality of the fit and finish, corrosion Motorcraft parts are designed and built to provide resistance and structural integrity of these imitation the best performance in your vehicle.
Page 215 Precautions When Servicing Your Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking materials away from the battery and all Vehicle fuel-related parts. Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing If you disconnect the battery, the engine must your vehicle. Here are some general precautions for “relearn”...
Page 216 Working with the engine on: If the battery is disconnected, the computer must relearn its idle control. See Battery in the Index. 1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). NOTE: The engine compartment light may be switched on or off at the light assembly.
Page 217 Opening the Hood 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the hood at 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle the center of the vehicle. located under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel.
Page 218: Engine Compartment
Engine Compartment 3. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open. Your vehicle has a 4.6 liter engine. The following Whenever you close the hood, latch it securely. page shows a diagram of where to find items that you should regularly service.
Page 219 A 4.6 liter SFI engine...
Page 220 Engine Oil Recommendations Never use: We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an “Non-Detergent” oils equivalent oil meeting Ford Specification Oils labeled API SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF or SG WSS-M2C153-F and displaying the American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the Additional engine oil additives, oil treatments or front of the container.
Page 221 Checking and Adding Engine Oil 5. Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into position, making sure it is fully seated. Since the proper amount of engine oil is important for safe engine operation, check the oil using the dipstick each time you put fuel in your vehicle.
Page 222 It may be necessary to add some oil between oil changes. Make sure you use a CERTIFIED engine oil of the preferred viscosity. Your vehicle’s warranty coverage may not apply if engine damage is caused by the use of improper engine oil. Add engine oil through the oil filler cap highlighted in yellow.
Page 223: Brake Fluid
Brake Fluid If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if Under normal circumstances, your vehicle should irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water not use up brake fluid rapidly. However, expect the and induce vomiting.
Page 224: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid WARNING Washer Fluid Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run dry. This may cause the Check the level of the windshield washer fluid brakes to fail. periodically, or when the warning light indicates low fluid. The reservoir for washer fluid is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment.
Page 225 WARNING Do not put windshield washer fluid in the container for the engine coolant. Use specially formulated windshield washer fluid rather than plain water, because specially formulated washer fluids contain additives that dissolve road grime. For safety reasons, washer fluids containing an appropriate antifreeze such as methanol should be used in freezing weather (temperatures below 32˚F [0˚C]).
Page 226: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant Checking the Engine Coolant NOTE: Be sure to read and understand Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle at the beginning of this chapter. WARNING The cooling fan is automatic and may come on at any time. Always disconnect the negative terminal of the battery before working near the fan.
Page 227: Adding Engine Coolant
Adding Engine Coolant Your vehicle’s coolant protects your engine from overheating in the summer and from freezing in the WARNING winter. Check the level of the coolant at least once a month. Simply look at the engine coolant Do not put engine coolant in the reservoir located in the engine compartment.
Page 228 3. Step back while the pressure releases. Ford Motor Company recommends that Ford and 4. When you are sure that all the pressure has Lincoln-Mercury dealers use recycled engine coolant been released, use the cloth to press the cap produced by Ford-approved processes. Not all down, turn it counterclockwise, and remove it.
Page 229 Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a increase the engine coolant concentration above responsible manner. Follow your community’s 60%. Leave a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and regulations and standards for recycling and disposing water in your vehicle year-round in non-extreme of automotive fluids.
Page 230 With the engine OFF and cool, remove the Immediately shut off the engine and let cool. pressure cap, located on the coolant reservoir. Cautiously remove the pressure relief cap and Remove the heater hose and clamp, located on add a 50/50 mixture of specified coolant and the rear of the intake manifold.
Page 231: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid 4. The fluid level is viewed through the sight window on the power steering reservoir. If the Check the level of the power steering fluid at least power steering fluid is below the middle line, twice a year (i.e., every Spring and Fall). add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking the level.
Page 232: Automatic Transmission Fluid
If the power steering fluid is low, do not drive your NOTE: If the vehicle has been operated for an vehicle for a long period of time before adding fluid. extended period at high speeds or in city traffic This can damage the power steering pump. during hot weather, or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow Automatic Transmission Fluid...
Page 233 Pull the dipstick out and read the fluid level. NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner. Follow your community’s When checking fluid at normal operating standards for disposing of these types of fluids. Call temperatures 150˚F-170˚F (66˚C-77˚C), the fluid your local recycling center to find out about level should be within the crosshatched area on the recycling automotive fluids.
Page 234 Help Us Protect Our Environment Battery Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that Your vehicle may have a Motorcraft used lead-acid batteries be returned to an maintenance-free battery. When the original authorized recycling facility for disposal. equipment battery is replaced under warranty it may be replaced by a low-maintenance battery.
Page 235: Wiper Blade Replacement
vehicle. Let the engine idle for at least one minute. Rinse thoroughly with clear water. Do not use fuel, (Engine must be warm in order to “learn.”) Also, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents to clean allow approximately 10 miles (16 km) of stop and your wiper blades.
Page 236: Tire Rotation
Tire Rotation Tires Because your vehicle’s front and rear tires perform Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. different jobs, they often wear differently. To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer, rotate Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, them as indicated in the following diagram.
Page 237 NOTE: Use the five tire rotation only when the conventional spare wheel is the same as road wheels. (Do not mix the steel wheel with aluminum wheels in tire rotation sequence). WARNING Do not use the temporary spare tire in the tire rotation.
Page 238 Information About Tire Quality Grades Because your vehicle’s tires may wear unevenly, you may need to replace them before a wear band New vehicles are fitted with tires that have their appears across the entire tread. Tire Quality Grade (described below) molded into the tire’s sidewall.
Page 239: Temperature A B C
Treadwear WARNING The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based The traction grade assigned to this tire on the wear rate of the tire when tested under is based on brakinig (straightahead) controlled conditions on a specified government test traction tests and does not include course.
Page 240 may need to use snow tires and occasionally chains WARNING for your tires. The temperature grade for this tire is Do not use chains when using a temporary spare. established for a tire that is properly For full size tires, use chains on the tires only in an inflated and not overloaded.
Page 241: Filling The Fuel Tank
The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads that provide traction in rain or snow. However, during the winter months in some climates, you may need to use snow tires. WARNING Snow tires must be the same size and The remote fuel door button grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle.
Page 242 1. After opening the fuel filler door, remove the cap carefully and slowly by turning it counterclockwise 1/2 to 3/4 turn. If a hissing sound is heard, wait until it stops, then continue turning until the cap is free. WARNING The fuel system may be under pressure.
Page 243 3. Replace the fuel cap completely when you are Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel finished. Turn it clockwise 1/4 turn until it is containing manganese-based additives such as MMT. tight. It will click when it is fully tightened. Additionally, vehicles certified to California emission standards (indicated on the underhood Vehicle 4.
Page 244 The American Automobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA) issued a gasoline specification to provide information on high quality fuels that optimize the performance of your vehicle. We recommend the use of gasolines that meet the AAMA specification if they are available. It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket Typical octane rating label products to your fuel tank if you continue to use a high-quality fuel.
Page 245 Safety Information Relating to Avoid breathing vapors while refueling. Automotive Fuels If fuel is splashed on the skin, wash with soap and water. WARNING If fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove contact Automotive fuels can cause serious lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15 injury or death if misused or minutes, and seek medical attention.
Page 246: Running Out Of Fuel
Running Out of Fuel Fuel Economy NOTE: Avoid running out of fuel because this Fuel economy is an estimate of the efficiency of situation may have an adverse effect on modern your vehicle and can be calculated as Miles Per powertrain components.
Page 247 English: MPG = (total miles)/(gallons used). Using speed control in hilly terrain Metric: L/100K = (liters used) x 100/(total Extended use of the A/C, defroster, rear kilometers) window defroster and other accessories Comparisons With Environmental Underinflated tires Protection Agency (EPA) and Transport Heavy loads Canada (TC) Fuel Economy Estimates Aftermarket add-ons such as bike, ski or luggage...
Page 248: Emission Control System
Check windshield washer fluid To make sure that the catalytic converter and the other emission control parts continue to work Check tires for excessive wear or worn edges properly: Check the tire pressure at least monthly Use only unleaded fuel. Emission Control System Avoid running out of fuel.
Page 249 Ford strongly recommends the use of genuine Ford These sometimes indicate that the emission system replacement parts. If other than Ford or Motorcraft is not working properly. parts or Ford authorized remanufactured parts are Do not make any unauthorized changes to your used for maintenance replacements or for the vehicle or engine.
Page 250 Information about your vehicle’s emission control At least twenty minutes driving in stop and go, system is on the Vehicle Emission Control city type traffic with at least four idle periods. Information decal located on or near the engine. At least ten minutes of driving on an This decal identifies engine displacement and gives expressway or highway.
Page 251 Headlamp Bulb turn signals The headlamps on your vehicle use replaceable side markers bulbs. When the lamp burns out, simply replace the license plate lamps bulb, rather than the whole lamp. The alignment of your headlamps should be WARNING checked if: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb oncoming motorists frequently signal you to turn carefully and keep out of children’s...
Page 252 Removing the headlamp bulb 1. Make sure that the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. 2. Lift the hood, open access panel above headlamp and find the bulb in the headlamp socket. 3. Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by grasping the wire with a quick pull rearward.
Page 253 Installing the headlamp bulb 3. Push the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base until it snaps, locking it into 1. With the flat side of the bulb’s plastic base position. facing upward, insert the glass end of the bulb into the socket.
Page 255: Cleaning Your Vehicle
Cleaning Your Vehicle Paint damage resulting from fallout is not related to a defect inpaint materials or workmanship and Washing and Polishing Your Vehicle therefore is not covered by warranty. Ford, however, believes that continual improvement in Wash the outside of your vehicle, including the customer satisfaction is a high priority.
Page 256 Cleaning Plastic Parts Cleaning the Instrument Panel Lens Some of your vehicle’s exterior trim parts are Clean the instrument panel lens and woodtone trim plastic. Clean with a tar and road oil remover if with a soft cloth and a glass cleaner. Do not use necessary.
Page 257 Cleaning the Seats Cleaning the Wheels Wash the wheels with the same detergent you use Leather to wash your vehicle’s body. Do not use acid-based For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, wheel cleaners, steel wool, abrasives, fuel, or strong damp cloth.
Page 258: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Specifications Refill Capacities, Motorcraft Parts, and Lubricant Specifications Motorcraft Parts...
Page 259 Fluid Specifications and Capacities NOTE: Rear axle lube quantities must be replaced every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or if the axle has been submerged in water. Otherwise, the lube should not be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required.
Page 260 Lubricant Specifications...
Page 261: Vehicle Storage
NOTE: Rear axle lube quantities must be replaced Body every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or if the axle Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt, grease, has been submerged in water. Otherwise, the lube oil, tar or mud from exterior surfaces, rear should not be checked or changed unless a leak is wheel housing and underside of front fenders.
Page 262 Engine A volatile corrosion inhibitor added to the fuel system will protect the fuel system’s inner surfaces Start engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle from corrosion. Follow the instructions packaged until it reaches normal operating temperature. with the product. With your foot on the brake, shift through all Cooling system the gears while the engine is running.
Page 263 Brakes Miscellaneous Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and clevis released. pins under vehicle are covered with grease to prevent rust. Tires Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 Maintain recommended air pressures.
Page 264: Reporting Safety Defects
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) Reporting Safety Defects To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or (U.S. Only) 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which to: NHTSA, U.S.
Page 265: Customer Assistance
Ford recommends taking your vehicle to your selling dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. You may, however, take your vehicle to any authorized Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. In most cases, your dealer will be able to resolve your concern.
Page 266: The Dispute Settlement Board
The Dispute Settlement Board If you have any questions or concerns that the dealership cannot answer, contact the Customer (U.S. Only) Assistance Center. The Dispute Settlement Board is: If you still have a complaint involving a warranty an independent, third-party arbitration program dispute, you may wish to contact the Dispute for warranty disputes Settlement Board (U.S.
Page 267 The Board reviews all warranty performance property damage where the damage is complaints on Ford, Mercury and Lincoln cars and significant when compared to the economic loss Ford and Mercury light trucks under the new alleged under the warranty dispute...
Page 268 The Board consists of: Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company three consumer representatives representative are asked to submit statements at this a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer time. Consumer candidates for Board membership are To review your case properly, the Board needs the...
Page 269 a brief description of your unresolved concern Making a decision Board members will review all available information a brief summary of the action taken with the related to the complaint, including oral dealer and Ford Motor Company presentations, if necessary. They then arrive at a fair the names (if known) of all the people you and impartial decision, decided by a simple majority contacted at the dealership...
Page 270 To Request a DSB Please have the following information available Brochure/Application when contacting the Lincoln Centre: For a brochure/application, speak to your dealer or your telephone number (both business and write to the Board at the following address: home) Ford of Canada Customer...
Page 271: Canada Only
The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedy alternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce a settlement have failed. This procedure is without cost to you and is designed to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legal proceedings. In the CAMVAP program, impartial third-party Vehicle Identification Number (VIN/Serial Arbitrators conduct hearings at mutually convenient...
Page 272 Getting Help Outside the U.S. Use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without a proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your and Canada emissions control system and may cause engine Before you export your vehicle to a foreign country, knocking or serious engine damage.
Page 273 If your vehicle must be serviced while you are If you are in other foreign countries, contact the traveling or living in Central or South America, the nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearest help you, they can direct you to the appropriate Ford dealership.
Page 274 Accessories Ford Accessories for Your Vehicle A wide selection of accessories is available through your local authorized dealer. These fine accessories have been engineered specifically to fulfill your automotive needs. They are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your Ford-built vehicle.
Page 275 NOTE: When adding accessories, equipment, passengers, and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle (GVWR, GAWR as shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label). Consult your dealer for specific weight information. NOTE: The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or the Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulates the use of mobile...
Page 276 NOTE: Mobile communications systems may harm NOTE: Because we have no control over the the operation of your vehicle, particularly if they are installation, design, or manufacture of such systems, not properly designed for automotive use or are not Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse properly installed.
Page 286: Table Of Contents
Index Air cleaner filter location ....216 ABS warning light (see Anti-lock specifications ... . 257 brake system) .
Page 287 Anti-theft system Axle arming the system ..116 lubricant specifications ..259 description ... . . 116 refill capacities .
Page 288 Brake fluid Break-in period ....5 brake warning light..Brights (high beams) ..checking and adding .
Page 289 Charging system warning light ..Cleaning your vehicle Childproof locks ... . chrome and aluminum parts ..253 Child safety restraints ..140 exterior .
Page 290 Climate control system Cooling fan ....214 air conditioning ... Cupholder(s) ....electronic automatic temperature Customer Assistance Centre, control .
Page 291 Driving under special conditions Emergency brake (parking brake) ..168 heavy load ... . . 177 Emission control system ..246 towing a trailer .
Page 292: Description
Engine coolant specifications ..218, 259 checking and adding ..224 synthetic oil ... . . 218 disposal .
Page 293 Fuel Fuel filler door calculating fuel economy ..244 remote release ... . 239 capacity....258 Fuel filter, specifications .
Page 294: Indicator Light
odometer ....speedometer... . . Hazard flashers ... . . GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Headlamps calculating .
Page 295: Specifications
High beams (continued) operation ....Jack....193 Hood ....215 operation .
Page 296 low washer fluid ... Lamps oil pressure ... . . autolamp delay system ..overdrive off.
Page 297: Description
Maintenance schedule and record National Highway Traffic Safety (see separate Maintenance Schedule Administration ... . 263 and Record booklet) ... New vehicle break-in .
Page 298 PCV valve, specifications ..257 Phone, cellular ... . . 101 Radio (see Electronic sound systems) . . . Power features Rear axle mirrors .
Page 299 Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints) center rear lap belt ..134 adult ....124 cleaning the safety belts ..254 child .
Page 300 in rear outboard ..141, 151 Side mirrors in rear seat ... . . 141 adjusting ....100 tether anchorage hardware .
Page 301 Steering, power ... . 173 Tires ....234 Steering wheel changing ....192 horn .
Page 302 Transmission automatic operation ..173 Variable interval wipers ..fluid, checking and adding (automatic) . 230 VECI (Vehicle Emission Control Information) fluid, refill capacities ..258 decal .
Page 303 Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR) ..177 Warm engine, starting..163 Wheel dollies (see Towing) ..209 Warning chimes Wheels headlamps on ... . anti-theft lugnuts .
Page 304 Windshield washer fluid and wipers reservoir ....222 checking and adding fluid ..222 variable interval wipers ..checking and replacing wiper blades .
Page 305 Service Station Information...

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