Table Of Contents - Ford 2003 Thunderbird Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table Of Contents1
Introduction4
Safety And Environment Protection5
Warning Symbols In This Guide5
Warning Symbols On Your Vehicle5
Breaking-In Your Vehicle6
Protecting The Environment6
Data Recording7
Special Instructions7
Vehicle Symbol Glossary8
Instrument Cluster10
Warning And Control Lights10
Emission System/Check Engine10
Check Fuel Cap10
The Check Engine10
Brake System Warning Light11
Anti-Lock Brake System11
Air Bag Readiness11
Safety Belt11
Engine Oil Pressure12
Engine Coolant Temperature12
Transmission Prndl Indicator12
Traction Control12
Low Washer Fluid13
Bulb Warning13
Door Ajar13
Turn Signal13
Gauges14
Speedometer14
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge14
Odometer14
Trip Odometer15
Tachometer15
Fuel Gauge15
Entertainment Systems16
Audiophile Am/Fm Stereo In-Dash Six Cd Radio16
Am/Fm Stereo With Cd16
Setting The Clock18
Autostore18
Speed Sensitive Volume19
Radio Frequencies19
Radio Reception Factors20
Cd/Cd Player Care20
Climate Controls21
Dual Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (Deatc) System21
Operating Tips23
Heated Wiper Rest23
Rear Window Defroster24
Cabin Air Filter25
Lights26
Master Lighting Switch26
Autolamp Control26
Daytime Running Lamps (Drl) (Canada Only)26
Headlamps26
High Beams27
Flash To Pass27
Panel Dimmer Control27
Headlamp Vertical Aim Adjustment28
Turn Signal Control29
Interior Lamps29
Map Lamps29
Replacing Exterior Bulbs29
Bulb Replacement29
Using The Right Bulbs30
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs31
To Install The New Bulb32
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs33
Replacing Front/Rear Side Marker Bulbs34
Replacing Supplemental Parking Lamp Bulbs34
Replacing Tail/Brake/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs34
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs36
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Assembly36
Driver Controls37
Multi-Function Lever37
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control37
Changing The Wiper Blades37
Power Tilt/Telescope Steering Column38
Auxiliary Power Point 12V38
Steering Wheel Adjustment38
Power Windows39
One Touch Down39
Accessory Delay39
Short Drop Glass39
Visor Mirror40
Power Side View Mirrors40
Lockable And Electronic Trunk Remote Control40
Speed Control41
Setting Speed Control41
Resuming A Set Speed42
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control43
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control43
Steering Wheel Controls44
Turning Off Speed Control44
Audio Control Features44
Convertible45
Lowering The Convertible Top45
Installation Of The Tonneau Cover46
Raising The Convertible Top47
To Raise The Convertible Top47
Prolonged Storage49
Convertible Top And Padded Molding Care49
Removable Top49
Installing The Removable Top49
Removing The Top52
Removable Top Storage Rack53
Cell Phone Use56
Center Console56
Positive Retention Floor Mat56
Locks And Security57
Keys57
Power Door Locks57
Smart Locks57
Interior Luggage Compartment Release58
Locking The Doors58
Remote Entry System59
Unlocking The Doors60
Opening The Trunk60
Anti-Theft System60
Sounding A Panic Alarm61
Replacing The Battery61
To Replace The Battery62
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters62
How To Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters62
Illuminated Entry63
Autolock63
Relock63
Deactivating/Activating Autolock64
Power Door Unlock/Lock Procedure64
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System64
Theft Indicator65
Automatic Arming65
Automatic Disarming65
Replacement Keys65
Programming Spare Keys66
Perimeter Alarm System67
Arming The System67
Disarming The System67
Triggering The Anti-Theft System67
Seating And Safety Restraints68
Adjustable Head Restraints68
Using The Manual Lumbar Support69
Using The Manual Recline Function69
Adjusting the Driver's Power Seat70
Adjusting the Passenger's Power Seat71
Heated Seats71
Safety Restraints72
Safety Restraints Precautions72
Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts73
Energy Management Feature73
Vehicle Sensitive Mode74
Automatic Locking Mode74
How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode74
When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode75
How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode75
Safety Belt Pretensioner76
Safety Belt Warning Light And Indicator Chime76
Conditions Of Operation77
Beltminder77
One Time Disable79
Deactivating/Activating The Beltminder Feature79
Safety Belt Extension Assembly80
Safety Belt Maintenance80
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)81
Important Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) Precautions81
Children And Air Bags83
Determining If The System Is Operational85
Passenger Front And Side Air Bag On/Off Switch85
Turning The Passenger Front And Side Air Bags Off86
Turning The Front And Side Passenger Air Bags Back On86
Nhtsa Deactivation Criteria (Excluding Canada)88
Side Air Bag System90
How Does The Side Air Bag System Work?90
Safety Restraints For Children92
Disposal Of Air Bags And Air Bag Equipped Vehicles92
Important Child Restraint Precautions92
Children And Safety Belts92
Child Booster Seats93
When Children Should Use Booster Seats93
Types Of Booster Seats94
The Importance Of Shoulder Belts94
Safety Seats For Children95
Child And Infant Or Child Safety Seats95
When Installing A Child Safety Seat96
Attaching Child Safety Seats With Tether Straps99
Driving104
Starting104
Positions Of The Ignition104
Preparing To Start Your Vehicle104
Important Safety Precautions105
Before Starting The Vehicle105
Starting The Engine106
Using The Engine Block Heater106
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes107
Important Ventilating Information107
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)107
Abs Warning Lamp107
Using Abs108
Parking Brake108
Traction Control/Advancetrac108
Steering109
To Prevent Damage To The Power Steering System109
Automatic Transmission Operation110
Speed Sensitive Steering110
Brake-Shift Interlock110
Driving With A 5–Speed Automatic Transmission111
Forced Downshifts113
Understanding Gearshift Positions113
Automatic Shift Mode113
Manual Shift Mode114
+ And - Position Operation114
Recommended Shift Speeds115
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud Or Snow115
Driving Through Water115
Vehicle Loading116
Trailer Towing116
Recreational Towing (All Wheels On The Ground)117
Roadside Emergencies118
Getting Roadside Assistance118
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch119
Hazard Flasher Switch119
Fuses And Relays120
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating And Color121
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel121
Fuses Codes122
Front Power Distribution Box124
High-Current Fuses125
Rear Power Distribution Box127
Changing The Tires129
Temporary Spare Tire Information129
Tire Change Procedure130
Jump Starting Your Vehicle133
Preparing Your Vehicle134
Connecting The Jumper Cables134
Jump Starting136
Removing The Jumper Cables137
Wrecker Towing139
Customer Assistance140
Ford Extended Service Plan142
Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)148
Cleaning149
Washing The Exterior149
Waxing149
Paint Chips149
Aluminum Wheels And Wheel Covers150
Engine150
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts151
Windows And Wiper Blades151
Instrument Panel And Cluster Lens152
Interior Trim152
Convertible Top And Padded Molding152
Cleaning Seats Equipped With Side Air Bags152
Interior153
Leather Seats153
Underbody154
Ford, Lincoln And Mercury Car Care Products154
Maintenance And Specifications155
Service Recommendations155
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle155
Working With The Engine Off155
Opening The Hood156
Identifying Components In The Engine Compartment156
Windshield Washer Fluid157
Engine Oil157
Checking The Engine Oil157
Adding Engine Oil158
Engine Oil And Filter Recommendations159
Battery160
Engine Coolant162
Checking Engine Coolant162
Adding Engine Coolant163
Recycled Engine Coolant165
Coolant Refill Capacity166
Severe Climates166
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling166
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works166
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated167
What You Should Know About Automotive Fuels167
Fuel Information167
Fuel Filler Cap169
Choosing The Right Fuel170
Octane Recommendations170
Fuel Quality171
Running Out Of Fuel171
Cleaner Air171
Fuel Filter171
Essentials Of Good Fuel Economy172
Measuring Techniques172
Filling The Tank172
Calculating Fuel Economy172
Driving Style — Good Driving And Fuel Economy Habits173
Habits173
Maintenance174
Conditions174
Epa Window Sticker174
Emission Control System175
Readiness For Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing176
Power Steering Fluid176
Brake Fluid Reservoir177
Transmission Fluid177
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid177
Air Filter Maintenance178
Changing The Air Filter Element178
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading179
Treadwear180
Traction Aa A B C180
Temperature A B C180
Servicing Your Tires181
Checking The Tire Pressure181
Tire Rotation181
Replacing The Tires182
Snow Tires And Chains183
Motorcraft Part Numbers183
Refill Capacities184
Lubricant Specifications186
Engine Data187
Vehicle Dimensions188
Identifying Your Vehicle189
Certification Label189
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)190
Engine Number190
Accessories191
Index193