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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Rear window defroster Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Message center Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 2 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Lug Nut Torque Jump starting Wrecker towing Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Cleaning 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 3 Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: • In the United States: www.ford.com •...
  • Page 5 (kilometers) of operation, since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 6 In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.
  • Page 7 • where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent,...
  • Page 8 Brake Fluid - Anti-Lock Brake System Non-Petroleum Based Powertrain Malfunction Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe Windshield Rear Window Defrost/Demist Defrost/Demist 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 9 Battery Acid or Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Power Steering Fluid Level Emission System Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Jack Air Filter Low Tire Pressure Check Fuel Cap Warning 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 10: Instrument Cluster

    Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 11 ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 12 AdvanceTrac (if equipped): Illuminates when the AdvanceTrac system is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 13 If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 14: Gauges

    (between “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 15 ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 16: Entertainment Systems

    3. DSP (Digital Signal Processing): Press DSP to access the Ambiance menu. Ambiance gives the feeling of “being there” to your music, creating increased clarity as well as an open and spacious feel to 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 17 Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) recommend that FM radio broadcasters use RDS technology to transmit information. FM radio stations are independently operated and individually elect to use RDS technology to transmit station ID and program type as desired. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 18 Satellite reception is available through your Lincoln dealer. Detailed satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit available only in the continental United States. 12. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 19 Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed.

  • Page 20: Am/Fm Stereo Cassette With Cd

    For information regarding SIRIUS Satellite Radio, please call toll-free 888-539-SIRIUS (888-539-7474) or visit the SIRIUS website at www.siriusradio.com Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD (if equipped) 1. Eject: Press to eject a cassette. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 21 7. Side 1–2: Press to change sides on the tape. Dolby: Dolby noise reduction: Reduces tape noise and hiss; press to activate/deactivate. 8. REW (Rewind): Works in tape and CD modes. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 22 FM2 memory buttons; press again to return to normal stations. 11. Scan: Works in radio, tape and CD modes. Press SCAN for a brief sampling of radio stations, tape selections or CD tracks. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 23 (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player.
  • Page 24 10–12 hours of play to maintain good sound/operation. Don’t: • Expose tapes to direct sunlight, extreme humidity, heat or cold. • Leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being played. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 25: Navigation System

    (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Dirty, warped or damaged CDs, irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player.
  • Page 26 5. MENU: Press to access system settings such as display, brightness, clock mode (if equipped), etc. 6. CD OPEN CLOSE: Press to open/close the display screen and access the CD player. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 27 Pressing the globe icon will take you to the user settings — audible feedback, navigation units, language and clock (if equipped). 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 28 3. Press CD to select a CD which is already loaded. (NO CD will appear in the display if there are no CDs loaded into the system). Use the controls (1–6) to select the desired CD. 4. CD will begin to play. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 29 1. Ensure that the vehicle ignition is on, and the navigation DVD is loaded into the navigation DVD player. Refer to Loading the map DVD or Navigation system — DVD location in the Index for your vehicle’s navigation DVD location. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 30 Or, press “ Next Page” to access selections of “Memory Point”, “Select from map”, “Freeway Ent/Exit” and “Special Memory Points.” After making your selection, enter any required information. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 31 Ensure that the commands are spoken in English (not any other language) and that they are spoken exactly as they are written, or they may not function. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 32 • Auto mode on Note: If you say “Screen off”, you must touch the screen in order to activate the screen again. The screen will not turn on again with a voice command. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 33 • Performing arts • Ski resort • Skiing • Sports complex • Stadium • Tourist attraction • Winery • Restaurant • I’m hungry • American restaurant • American food • Chinese restaurant 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 34 • Repeat guidance • Repeat voice • Louder • Softer • Voice guidance off • Voice guidance on • Open guidance screen • Close guidance screen • Arrow guidance • Arrow guide 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 35 Your Lincoln Navigation Audio System has many features including a full range of audio functions. To access these functions, press AUDIO on the main bezel. This will take you into audio mode. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 36 To engage the SCV feature: 1. Press AUDIO. 2. Press SOUND. SOUND SEEK TUNE SCAN PRESET SCAN AUTO SET TRAFFIC INFO SET PTY 87.9 98.1 98.5 106.3 107.9 89.9 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 37 To access, press AUDIO then AM/FM1/FM2. Seek • Press to find the next listenable station up/down the frequency band. • Press to advance to the next/previous track on a CD. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 38 Autoset allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 39 This feature allows your audio system to receive text information from RDS-equipped FM radio stations such as station call letters, program type, etc. When in FM mode, press RDS to activate/deactivate. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 40 Ensure that the RDS function is AUTO SET turned on. SCAN PRESET SCAN Press SET PTY to select from the TRAFFIC INFO SET PTY following program types: 87.9 89.9 98.1 98.5 106.3 107.9 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 41 PRESET SCAN AUTO SET TRAFFIC INFO SET PTY DEST 87.9 89.9 98.1 98.5 106.3 107.9 MENU CD OPEN • CLOSE 1. Press AUDIO. 2. Press SOUND. 3. Select from Bass/Treb; Bal/Fade; DSP/SCV. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 42 1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM1/FM2 touch controls. 2. Select a station. 3. Press and hold a memory preset until the sound returns. The frequency will appear in the preset. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 43 Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player.
  • Page 44 Entertainment Systems Press CD. CD play will begin where it stopped last. Loading a CD: 1. Press CD OPEN CLOSE on the bezel. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 45 After an allotted time, the screen will close automatically or you may press CD OPEN CLOSE on the bezel again. 6. Once the screen closes, the system will start playing the last CD loaded. Track Press to advance to the next/previous track. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 46 CD mode and boosts more quiet music and lowers louder music to minimize the need for volume adjustments. When in CD or CDDJ mode, press COMPRESS to engage or disengage the compression feature. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 47 The control can be used in a number of ways: • Touch and hold one of the arrow buttons for the map to be displayed again at each zoom level. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 48 (house) will appear on the screen and is able to be selected as a destination. To delete POI icons from the map, touch the map again and press the POI off button. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 49 • Use Toll Roads • Use Ferries Information function INFO will appear on the screen when you have calculated a destination. Press INFO for more information about the current destination, if available. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 50 The position of the pointer indicates the direction of north on the map. Press to toggle between “North up” and “Heading up” map display states. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 51 The symbol is not displayed under normal operation. Speaker icon symbol— Press to turn voice guidance on/off. Navigation menu To access the Navigation Menu, press NAV MENU at the bottom of the map screen. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 52 Use voice guidance as much as possible, and only view the display when driving conditions permit. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 53 Select the desired Quick POI (Gas, ATM, etc.) and then press ’List Categories’ for further categories, or ’Map Area POIs’ to show the desired POIs on your current map. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 54 DVD map version Displays the version of the inserted navigation DVD. Refer to Ordering additional map DVDs for further information. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 55 • Guidance Display (On or Off) • Time to destination (Show or Hide) Stored locations The Stored locations screen will allow you to choose from destinations that have been saved into the navigation system. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 56 On route scroll The system automatically scrolls through the entire planned navigation route either forwards or backwards. To activate, press the arrow buttons at the bottom left of the map screen. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 57 2. Press “Nav Menu” at the bottom left hand corner of the screen. 3. Press the speaker icon to turn the voice guidance option on/off. Press the desired number to select the volume level for the voice prompts. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 58 Entertainment Systems Home To set home for the first time: 1. Press MAP. 2. Press “Nav. Menu”. 3. Press “Stored Locations”. 4. Press “Home”. 5. Press “Add”. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 59 Memory Point, Point of Interest, Previous Destination). 7. Enter the required details. 8. Press OK to set the home position. To view home, press the home icon (house) on the Destination Entry screen. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 60 Entertainment Systems To view the set home position 1. Press MAP. 2. Press “Nav. Menu”. 3. Press “Stored Locations”. 4. Press “Home”. 5. Press “List”. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 61 Entertainment Systems Deleting a home location 1. Press MAP. 2. Press “Nav. Menu”. 3. Press “Stored Locations”. 4. Press “Home”. 5. Press “Delete”. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 62 6. Press YES to confirm. Special memory points There are five possible special memory points that you can set. To set a memory point: 1. Press the MAP hard key. 2. Press “Nav. Menu”. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 63 Once all five special memory points are entered, the “Add” control will read as “Full”. You must delete points before more can be added. To delete a memory point: 1. Press the MAP hard key. 2. Press “Nav. Menu”. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 64 You may engage the detour option once a route has already been calculated by the system. To access the detour option: 1. Press the MAP hard key 2. Press “Chg. Route”. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 65 Route alterations or cancellations To cancel or change your current route from the map, press DEST. You may then select from Detour, Display whole route, Route preferences, Destination Entry, Calculate or Cancel Guidance. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 66 • Select the desired one. The map screen will be displayed, showing the location and address of the selected area. Press Enlarge or Reduce to adjust the size of the visible area. Scroll the map as required. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 67 • Select the desired area to be deleted. • Press DEL. ALL to delete all stored areas. • Press YES to confirm. Destination menu Press DEST on the main bezel to access the navigation mode. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 68 Use voice guidance as much as possible, and only view the display when driving conditions permit. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 69 • Select from map —Use to select a place on the map. • Special Memory Points — Use to select a destination from previously stored entries. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 70 Your navigation system is equipped with a separate Emergency screen. To access the Emergency screen, press “Emergency”. This screen will list the closest police station, hospital and dealer to your current location. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 71 Press “Previous Destination” on the Destination Entry Menu. 1. Select (touch) the desired item from the list of destinations previously reached. The item details will be listed. 2. Confirm destination details. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 72 To delete any of these stored locations: 1. Press the MAP hard key. 2. Press “Nav Menu” in the bottom left hand corner of the screen. 3. Press “Stored locations”. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 73 5. Confirm the details. 6. Press “Destination” to calculate a route to that memory point. Note: The list can be sorted by date, name or icon by pressing the appropriate button. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 74 You may also add a memory point via the Navigation menu. 1. Press the MAP hard key. 2. Press “Nav Menu” in the bottom left hand corner of the screen. 3. Press “Stored locations”. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 75 2. Press NAME. 3. Enter the desired name. Accessing memory point lists 1. Press the MAP hard key. 2. Press “Nav Menu” in the bottom left hand corner of the screen. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 76 1. Access the desired list. 2. Press the button to sort the list as desired (i.e. date, name, or icon). When sorted by distance, the points are ordered by distance from the 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 77 • In the Memory Point Menu, press DELETE ALL. • The system will ask you to confirm deletion. Press YES to confirm. The screen will briefly show “All Memory Points Deleted”. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 78 (from the current vehicle location), by pressing the “Dist” button or alphabetically by pressing the “A-Z” button. Select the desired entrance or exit. The destination details are displayed for confirmation. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 79 On the map, location details for the entry are displayed at the top of the screen. To adjust the position of the way point (or destination), scroll the map as required. Press OK. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 80 Press YES to confirm. Selecting route criteria Once you have selected a destination, you may change the routing criteria by pressing “Change” in the route preferences screen. Refer to Route preferences for further information. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 81 After the destination has been calculated, it will appear on the map screen. Press NEXT in the upper right hand corner to scroll through other possible routes to the same destination. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 82 Menu mode allows you to access: • System Set-up • Information — Gives you the Lincoln Customer Assistance Center information. • Brightness/Contrast — Allows you to adjust the brightness and contrast on the screen. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 83 • Navigation Units — Press to toggle between Metric/English units. • Language — Press to toggle between English, French, or Spanish. • Clock Setting the clock Once in Menu mode, press CLOCK to set the hours/minutes. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 84 Motor Company shall not be liable for any damages of any type arising from failure to follow these guidelines. Do not attempt to service, repair or modify the system. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. The driver must not attempt to operate any detailed operation of the navigation system while the vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 85 Ford or Lincoln Dealer. Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance Changes or modifications not approved by Ford Lincoln Mercury could void user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 86 Do not spray cleaning fluid directly onto the unit. Instead, spray onto a soft cloth and gently wipe the unit. Only recommended products should be used. • Recommended products- Rubbing alcohol based cleaner (i.e., methyl alcohol) or a damp clean cloth. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 87 If you need help operating your navigation/audio system, want to report a map database error or want to obtain a map DVD, please call 1 (888) 628–6277 (NAV-MAPS) or log onto www.navtech.com. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 88: Climate Controls

    Allows the passenger to choose and control a different temperature than the driver, if desired. 4. Rear defroster: Press to defrost the rear window. Refer to Rear window defroster in this section for more information. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 89 AUTO. 14. Driver’s side temperature control: Controls the temperature on the driver side of the vehicle in dual zone and controls the temperature of the entire vehicle in single zone. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 90 This feature operates automatically when the outside temperature is near or below freezing. Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) system with heated and cooled seats (if equipped) 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 91 (Defrost): Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the demister outlets. Can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 92 Automatic heated/cooled driver seat: To engage, press the driver side heat and cool seat controls simultaneously. The center light above the driver side heated and cooled controls will illuminate and the display will 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 93 OFF position when the vehicle is parked. • For maximum cooling performance (MAX A/C) in AUTO : Press AUTO control and set to desired temperature. Do not press A/C or the 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 94 2. Ensure that recirculation is disengaged. 3. Set the temperature control to full heat. 4. Set the fan to the highest speed. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 95: Rear Window Defroster

    The filter is located just in front of the windshield under the cowl grille on the passenger side of the vehicle. For more information, or to replace the filter, see your authorized Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew)

  • Page 96: Lights

    3. Turn the autolamps OFF. 4. Turn the ignition to the RUN position. 5. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. 6. Turn the autolamps on (The park lamps and low beams will turn on.) 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 97 The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 98: Headlamps

    Note: The panel dimmer control is not active when the autolamp system has determined that it is daytime. HEADLAMP VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT Your vehicle is equipped with VOL (Visual Optical Left) headlamps. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 99 6 mm socket wrench or screwdriver to adjust the headlamp up or down. 6. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE. 7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 100: Turn Signal Control

    The headlamps are vented to equalize pressure. When moist air enters the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur. This condensation is normal and will clear within 45 minutes of headlamp operation. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 101 To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer. * See your dealer or a qualified technician for LED replacement. Interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 102 Your vehicle is equipped with an LED center high-mount stop lamp. It is designed to last the life of the vehicle. If replacement is required, see your authorized dealer. Replacing tail lamp/backup bulbs For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 103 2. Remove the screw from the license plate lamp assembly and pull it down. 3. Remove bulb socket by turning counterclockwise. 4. Carefully pull the bulb out from the socket. Install new bulb(s) in reverse order. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 104: Driver Controls

    Hold the control to adjust. The telescope function is adjusted by moving the control toward the driver to telescope out and toward the instrument panel to telescope 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 105 Steering column lock (if equipped) The steering column will automatically lock when the key is removed from the ignition. When the vehicle key is inserted into the ignition, the steering column will automatically unlock. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 106 6. Electronic park brake Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. ASHTRAY In order to prevent damage, follow these instructions when removing/installing the ashtray. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 107 Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 108: Power Windows

    When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. Press the rocker switches to open and close windows. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 109 With accessory delay, the window switches may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until either front door is opened. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 110 Ensure the mirror is pulled down low enough to prevent visibility interference with the overhead console. The mirror support arm has two pivot points which lets you adjust the mirror UP or DOWN and from SIDE to SIDE. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 111 A correct zone setting will eliminate this error. You MUST set the mirror to the proper zone to get an accurate compass reading, refer to Compass zone adjustment. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 112 2. Press and hold the control until “C” appears in the mirror display. 3. Drive the vehicle slowly (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]) in circles until the display reads a direction. 4. The compass is now calibrated. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 113: Mirrors

    These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors. Fold-away mirrors (if equipped) Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 114: Speed Control

    Speed control does not work at speeds below 30 mph (48 km/h). Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 115 • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 116 You can also use the CANCEL or SET - control to operate the Tap-Down function. Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 117 STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS These controls allow you to operate some audio control features. Audio control features Press MEDIA to select AM, FM1, FM2, CD, or TAPE (if equipped). MUTE MEDIA 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 118 In any mode: • Press VOL + or − to adjust MUTE volume. MEDIA Press the PHONE/MUTE control to mute the playing media. Press again MUTE to return to the playing media. MEDIA 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 119 • Press NEXT to select preset stations within the selected radio band. In CD mode: • Press NEXT to select the next selection on the CD. In any mode: • Press VOL to adjust volume. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 120 • Press the rear portion of the control forward to close the moon roof. • Press the rear portion of the control past the first detent to activate the Auto close feature. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 121 April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannot detect an object, signaling the door to stop and reverse, does not meet current U.S. federal safety standards. For more information, contact HomeLink at: www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 122 4. The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly. Release both buttons when the indicator light flashes rapidly. (The rapid flashing light indicates acceptance of the hand-held transmitters’ radio frequency signals.) 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 123 “cycling” process to prevent overheating. • Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button (note Step 3 in the “Programming” section) while you press and release — every two 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 124 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button. Do NOT release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the HomeLink button, follow Step 2 in the “Programming” section. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 125 Foot on brake: Displayed when the foot brake needs to be applied. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 126: Message Center

    For each of the monitored systems, the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for four seconds. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 127 500 miles (800 km). This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 128 4. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average. 5. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 129 Autolamp delay value. Lock chirp (if equipped) 1. Select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode. 2. Press the RESET control to turn the lock chirp ON or OFF. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 130 • They will reappear on the display ten minutes from the reset. • They will not reappear until an ignition OFF-RUN cycle has been completed. This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 131 Park brake on & need service Park brake on Check engine temp Warning returns after 10 minutes Check charging system Transmission overheated Check transmission Low fuel level Check fuel cap ETC-engine failsafe mode 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 132 DRIVER’S DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the driver’s door is not completely closed. PASSENGER DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the passenger side door is not completely closed. DRIVER’S REAR DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the driver’s rear door is not completely closed. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 133 CHECK FUEL CAP. Displayed when the fuel filler cap is not properly installed. Check the fuel filler cap for proper installation. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 134 LOW WASHER FLUID. Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is less than one quarter full. Check the washer fluid level. Refer to Checking and adding washer fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 135 To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change [approximately 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 180 days] perform the following: 1. Press the STATUS control to access the System Check function. Press RESET to reset oil %. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 136 • Trunk sensor • Exterior lamps • Traction Control and AdvanceTrac (if equipped) • Memory feature Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible if these messages occur on a regular basis. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 137 Press the remote fuel door release control on the instrument panel to open the fuel door. The fuel door has a manual override release located in the trunk. Pull the tab to open the fuel door. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 138 • Take the top strap of same side of the net and push the anchor through the strap loop. • Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the other side. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 139: Locks And Security

    Press and hold the control on the remote entry transmitter, or turn the key toward the front of the vehicle and hold it for more than two 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 140 Note: The turn lamps will flash twice to confirm that a change to the feature has occurred. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 141 Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 142 Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 143 If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to the authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 144 Note: The ignition must be in the 1 (LOCK) or 2 (OFF) position and the accessory delay feature must be not activated in order for this feature to operate. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 145 Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out or block the driver’s rear view. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 146 How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four) available before beginning this procedure. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 147 • they have been turned on using the dimmer control or • any door is open. The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 40 minutes after the ignition is turned to the 1 (LOCK) or 2 (OFF) position. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 148 Activating the memory feature To activate this feature: 1. Position the seat, mirrors, steering column and adjustable pedals to the positions you desire. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 149 Programming a personal entry code To create your own personal entry code: 1. Enter the factory set code. 2. Within five seconds press the 1 • 2 on the keypad. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 150 If the wrong code has been entered several times, the keypad will go into an anti-scan mode. This mode disables the keypad for one minute and the keypad illumination will flash. The anti-scan feature will turn off after: • one minute of keypad inactivity. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 151: Anti-Theft System

    Note: The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to...
  • Page 152 If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must take your vehicle to an authorized dealer to have the spare coded key(s) programmed. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 153 Arming the system When armed, this system will respond if unauthorized entry is attempted. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the turn signal lamps and will sound the horn. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 154 Triggering the anti-theft system The armed system will be triggered if any door, the trunk or the hood is opened without using the key, the remote entry transmitter or valid keypad code. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 155: Seating And Safety Restraints

    Head restraints help to limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. The head restraints can be moved up and down. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 156 Adjusting the power seats The power seat controls are located on the outboard side of each seat. Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 157 Slide the control forward or backward to move the seat forward or backward. • Driver • Passenger Move the control up or down to move the seat up and down. • Driver • Passenger 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 158 • To program position two, repeat the previous procedure using control 2. A position can only be recalled when the transmission gearshift is in Park (automatic transmission). A memory seat position may be programmed at any time. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 159 • There is a filter located under each front seat. • They can be accessed from the second row seat. Move the front seats all the way forward and up to ease access. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 160 Head restraints help to limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 161 • Push the indicated side of the button for low heat. • Push again to deactivate. • Push the indicated side of the button for high heat. • Push again to deactivate. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 162 An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. Make sure that the safety belts for the rear center passenger is properly routed over the rear seatback. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 163: Safety Restraints

    Front airbags and pretensioners are designed to activate only in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollovers, side-impacts, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 164 This maximizes the effectiveness of the safety belts to improve protection. The safety belt pretensioners can be either activated alone or, if the collision is of sufficient severity, together with the airbags. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 165 Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit in the back seat where they can be properly restrained. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 166 Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 167 Workshop Manual. Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 168 In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 169 The driver and front passenger seat belt system (including retractors, buckles and height adjusters) must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in deployment of front airbags and safety belt pretensioners. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 170 4-8 seconds. position... The driver’s safety belt is The safety belt warning light and buckled while the indicator warning chime turn off. light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding... 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 171 The driver’s safety belt is The BeltMinder feature will not buckled before the ignition activate. switch is turned to the ON position... 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 172 “I’d rather be Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 thrown clear” times more likely to DIE. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN’T “PICK OUR CRASH”. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 173 • After Step 3, the restraint system warning light (airbag light) will be turned on for three seconds. 4. Within 10 seconds of the light turning on, at a moderate speed, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 174 (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced.

  • Page 175: Airbags

    (SRS) is provided. Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 176 (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system, increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 177 Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Front airbags and pretensioners are designed to activate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 178 • side airbags. Refer to Side airbag system later in this chapter • safety belt pretensioners • one or more impact and safing sensors • a readiness light and tone 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 179 Do not lean your head on the door. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 180 Side airbags are designed to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal or near-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 181 If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 182 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the side air curtain system, its fuses, the A, B, or C pillar trim, or the headliner on a vehicle containing a side air curtain. See your authorized dealer. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 183 • The headliner will flex to open above the side doors to allow air curtain deployment. • The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 184 Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 185: Child Restraints

    See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children. Also see Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 186 40 lb. (18 kg) and are around 4 years of age. Although the lap/shoulder belt will provide some protection, these children are still too small for lap/shoulder belts to fit properly, which could increase the risk of serious injury in a crash. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 187 Seating and Safety Restraints To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably.
  • Page 188 Either type can be used at any seating position equipped with lap/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lb. (18 kg). 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 189 Never put the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 190 80 lb (36 kg) using an upper torso harness and a belt-positioning booster. Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position with LATCH and tether anchors.
  • Page 191 Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 192 Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 193 (you should not be able to pull more belt out). If the retractor is not locked, unbuckle the belt and repeat Steps 2 through 9. Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 194 For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts, otherwise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback. 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 195 This type of child seat eliminates the need to use seat belts to attach the child seat. For forward-facing child seats, the tether strap must also be attached to the proper tether anchor. See Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this chapter. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 196 Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor. In a crash, one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break, causing serious injury or death. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 197 Also try to tug the seat forward. Check to see if the anchors hold the seat in place. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 198: Tires, Wheels And Loading

    10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
  • Page 199 • Extra load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a heavier maximum load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric tires]. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 200 Use a tire gauge to check the tire inflation pressure, including the spare (if equipped), at least monthly and before long trips. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 201 Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire. The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door.
  • Page 202 For your safety, tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more likely to blow out or fail. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 203 This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 204 Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
  • Page 205 Unless otherwise specified, rotate the tires approximately every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 206 This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 207 These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for the difference in conditions. The ratings range from 81 mph (130 km/h) to 186 mph (299 km/h). These ratings are listed in the following chart. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 208 Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label, which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 209 The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 210 4. Maximum Load Single lb. (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 211 B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading — with and without a trailer section. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 212: Vehicle Loading

    It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight – is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 213 Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 214 Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 215 The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 216 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 217 3. Subtract your loaded weight from the maximum GCWR in the chart. This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. It must be below the maximum trailer weight shown in the chart. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 218: Trailer Towing

    If a distance of 50 miles (80 km) or a speed of 35 mph (56 km/h) must be exceeded, you must disconnect the driveshaft. Ford recommends the driveshaft be removed/installed only by a qualified technician at an authorized dealer. Improper removal/installation of the driveshaft may cause damage to the driveshaft and internal transmission components.

  • Page 219: Driving

    Starting the engine in this chapter. Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 220 Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 221 Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 222: Brakes

    ABS braking is done and normal brake operation resumes. These are normal characteristics of the ABS and should be no reason for concern. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 223 To set the parking brake, pull the lever up. To release the parking brake, make sure the ignition is turned to ON, depress the brake pedal, then gently push the parking brake lever down. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 224: Traction Control/Advancetrac

    The Traction Control system will automatically turn on every time the ignition is turned off and on. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 225 The AdvanceTrac system helps the driver maintain steering control if the vehicle begins to slide excessively left or right or spin out. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 226 Pressing and holding the control for more than five seconds will disable the AdvanceTrac stability 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 227 If you experience a severe road event, SLOW DOWN. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 228: Transmission Operation

    1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key to LOCK, then remove the key. 2. Insert the key and turn it to OFF. Apply the brake pedal and shift to N (Neutral). 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 229 If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 230 Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 231 • Provides engine braking. • Use to start-up on slippery roads. • To return to D5 or D4, move the transmission shift lever into the D5, D4 or 3 (Third) position. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 232 P (Park), R (Reverse), N (Neutral), D5 and D4. Refer to Driving with a 5–speed automatic transmission in this chapter for P (Park), R (Reverse), N (Neutral), D5 and D4 information. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 233 4th or 5th gear, the transmission will automatically return to 1st gear. • When downshifting at normal road speeds, the transmission will only allow a downshift into the next lower gear. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 234 “parking speeds”. Inclement weather may also affect the function of the system; this may include reduced performance or a false activation. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 235 If this tone is heard while reversing, the driver is advised to slow down immediately until the tone either changes to a slower rate or stops. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 236 Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 237: Roadside Emergencies

    50,000 miles (80,000 km) on Lincoln vehicles. Roadside assistance will cover: • a flat tire change with a good spare (except Ford GT which has a tire inflation kit) • battery jump start • lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer’s responsibility) •...
  • Page 238 1–800–241–3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1-800-241-3673;...

  • Page 239: Hazard Flasher Switch

    This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the engine when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt. After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switch may have been activated. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 240: Fuses And Relays

    Note: 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. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 241 The fuse panel is located on the right-hand side kick panel. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 242 Restraints Control Module (RCM) OBD II DDM, DSM, Anti-theft LED, Power mirror switch, Electric Park Brake switch, PCM Right front turn, Right front sidemarker, Right front park lamps Right front low beam/HID 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 243 Left front low beam/HID Wiper module Radio, Navigation unit Not Used (spare) FEM, Reverse park assist FEM, Passenger power mirror — Not used Cigar lighter Switch backlighting, FEM Not used (spare) Stop lamp signal 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 244 Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and specifications chapter. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 245 15A* Fuel injectors, Electric cooling fan, Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor 15A* Transmission solenoid, EGR — Not used — Not used — Not used — Not used 15A* HEGOs 15A* Coil-on-plug 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 246 In-line fuse for electric cooling fan There is a 60A maxi fuse for the electric cooling fan located in a wiring harness behind the front passenger side trim panel under the dash panel. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 247 Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and specifications chapter. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 248 Center high-mounted stop lamp Heated mirror 20A* Power point - console 20A* Rear heated seats 20A* Power point - ashtray — Not used 10A* Navigation unit Alternator sense 20A* Moonroof 15A* Fuel pump motor 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 249: Changing Tires

    *Mini fuses **Maxi fuses CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed. • hold the steering wheel firmly. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 250 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
  • Page 251 Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 252 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park) , turn engine OFF, and block the diagonally opposite wheel. 3. Lift the trunk cargo cover and remove the spare tire, jack and lug wrench. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 253 5. Put the jack in the jack notch next to the tire you are changing. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 254: Lug Nut Torque

    Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque* lb. ft. N•m M12 x 1.5 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 255: Jump Starting

    3. Park the booster vehicle close to the trunk of your disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 256 Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 257 Roadside Emergencies 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 258 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 259 Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the spare tire tie-down stud. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’s battery. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 260 After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 261: Wrecker Towing

    It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur.

  • Page 262: Customer Assistance

    Relationship Center at 1-800-521-4140. Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the authorized dealer could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealer to help you.
  • Page 263 If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the authorized dealer could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealer to help you.
  • Page 264 Customer Assistance In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states. In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the...
  • Page 265 You are not bound by the decision but may choose to accept it. If you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision then Ford must abide by the accepted decision as well. If the arbitrator has decided in...
  • Page 266 United States and Canada, provided by a network of more than 4,600 participating authorized dealers. If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since this...
  • Page 267 The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel.

  • Page 268: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)

    Obtaining a French owner’s guide French Owner’s Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. Box 1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)

  • Page 269: Cleaning

    Your authorized dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle’s color. Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jamb) to your authorized dealer to ensure you get the correct color. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 270 • Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 271 To clean these items, follow these tips: • The windshield, rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner such as Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23), available from your authorized dealer. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 272 • Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the finish. INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equipped with side airbags: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 273 Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These 2006 Lincoln LS (dew)
  • Page 274 Motorcraft Tire Clean and Shine (ZC-28) Motorcraft Triple Clean (U.S. only) (ZC-13) Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23) Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only) (CXC-94) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37–A) 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 275: Maintenance And Specifications

    1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 276 3. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 277: Engine Compartment

    1. Engine oil filler cap 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Engine coolant reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8. Power distribution box 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 278 CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the passenger side wiper arm away from the windshield into the service position. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 279: Engine Oil

    2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 280 2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 281 Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises of knock may be experienced.

  • Page 282: Battery

    Maintenance and Specifications It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which is located in the luggage compartment, next to the spare tire.
  • Page 283 This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation to its optimum shift feel. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 284: Engine Coolant

    50–50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C). • Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). • Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Enables calibrated gauges to work properly. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 285 When adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water. Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir, when the engine is cool, until the appropriate fill level is obtained. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 286 • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored), VC-7–A (U.S., except CA, OR and NM), VC-7–B (CA, OR and NM), meeting Ford Specification WSS-M97B51–A1. Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets, VC-6, may darken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from yellow to golden tan.
  • Page 287 Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available.
  • Page 288 Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 289 1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine. 2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer. 3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 290 Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. Gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 291 Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 292 If the “Check Fuel Cap” indicator comes on and stays on after you start the engine, the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed. Turn off the engine, remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap properly and reinstall it. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 293 The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. The fuel system may be under pressure. Remove fuel filler cap slowly.
  • Page 294 Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components.
  • Page 295 3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading. 4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer reading. 5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy: 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 296 • Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy. • Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 297 Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly: 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 298 If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
  • Page 299 Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started, do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 300 If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range the performance of your brake system could be compromised; seek service from your authorized dealer immediately. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 301 Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 302: Air Filter(S)

    3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 303: Part Numbers

    Fuel filter FG-1011 Battery BXT-66-650 Oil filter FL-2021 Spark plugs For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 304: Refill Capacities

    Maintenance and Specifications Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used.
  • Page 305 Windshield Washer Concentrate Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. DOT 3 fluid is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used. Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.

  • Page 306: Lubricant Specifications

    Certification Motor Oil (US) (Canada) Mark Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) Lock cylinders Motorcraft XL-1 none Penetrating and Lock Lubricant Power steering Motorcraft XT-2-QDX MERCON fluid MERCON ATF 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 307 Windshield Washer Concentrate Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. DOT 3 fluid is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used. Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not require changing unless the axle has been submerged in water.
  • Page 308 (1) Overall length 194.4 (4937) (2) Overall width 80.1 (2035) (3) Overall height 57.3 (1455) (4) Wheelbase 114.5 (2909) (5) Tread - Front 60.5 (1537) (5) Tread - Rear 60.8 (1544) 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 309 Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver’s door or the edge of the driver’s door. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 310 2. Brake type and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 311 Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents. Description Code Five-speed automatic overdrive (5R55S) Five-speed automatic overdrive (5R55S) with Select Shift 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 312: Accessories

    LINCOLN ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Lincoln Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local authorized Lincoln or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle.
  • Page 313 • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

  • Page 314: Index

    ......191 Axle Cleaning your vehicle lubricant engine compartment ....270 specifications ....306–307 instrument panel ....272 refill capacities ......304 interior ........272 interior trim ......272 plastic parts ......271 washing ........269 Battery ........282 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 315 ..281, 303 literature .........267 recommendations ....281 Utilizing the refill capacities ......304 Mediation/Arbitration specifications ....306–307 Program ........265 Exhaust fumes ......221 Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ........97 Fail safe cooling ......289 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 316 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ....292 cleaning ........272 Gas mileage cluster ........10 (see Fuel economy) ....294 lighting up panel and Gauges .........14 interior ........98 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) calculating .......217 Jack ..........249 positioning .......249 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 317 Power adjustable foot pedals ...114 Lug nuts ........254 Power distribution box (see Fuses) .......244, 247 Lumbar support, seats .....156 Power door locks ......139 Power mirrors ......113 Message center ....126–127 Power steering ......228 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 318 (see Safety restraints) .....163 snow tires and chains ....212 spare tire .........250 Seats ..........155 terminology ......199 child safety seats ....190 tire grades .......199 climate control ......159 treadwear ......198, 203 memory seat ....148, 158 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
  • Page 319 Trunk .........141 power ........108 remote release ....137, 145 Windshield washer fluid and Turn signal ........100 wipers ........104 checking and adding fluid ..278 replacing wiper blades ...278 Vehicle dimensions ....308 Wrecker towing ......261 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

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