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  • Page 2: 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 Locks Anti-theft system 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 3 Air suspension Transmission operation Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Jump starting Wrecker towing Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Cleaning 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 4 Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2004 Ford Motor Company...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: • In the United States: www.ford.com •...
  • Page 6 (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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • 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 By referring to the pages in the provided supplement, you can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. Refer to this Owner’s Guide for all other required information and warnings. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 9 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 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 10 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 Check fuel cap Low tire warning 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 11: 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. Electronic throttle control: Illuminates when the engine has 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 12 ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 13 Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Air suspension: Illuminates when the air suspension is turned OFF or the air suspension system requires servicing. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 14 If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. Door ajar: Illuminates when any door is open (or not fully closed). 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 15 Turn signal chime (if equipped): Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is driven more than 0.8 km (1/2 mile). 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 16: 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 17 Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel door is located. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 18: Entertainment Systems

    3. TUNE: Press to manually go up or down the radio frequency. 4. MUTE: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media or turn the volume control to adjust the volume. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 19 ON/OFF. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 20 CD in random order. Press again to stop. 16. SCAN: Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 21 Entertainment Systems PREMIUM SATELLITE COMPATIBLE AM/FM STEREO SINGLE CD/CASSETTE SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 22 CD and begin play. Note: The eject function will work when the ignition and audio systems are turned off. 3. BASS: Press BASS; then press SEL-TEXT decrease/increase the level of bass output. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 23 Classic, Country, Info, Jazz, Oldies, R&B, Religious, Rock, Soft, Top 40. With RDS ON, press MENU until the program type menu is displayed. One of the various program types will appear. Press SEL-TEXT 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 24 Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Armrest (if equipped): If your vehicle is equipped with Rear Seat Audio controls, this feature will be listed in Menu mode. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 25 FF (Fast forward): Press to fast forward in tape or CD mode. 13. SCAN: Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of radio stations, selections or CD tracks. Press again to stop. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 26 Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit not available in Canada. 20. On/Off/Volume: Push to turn on/off; turn to adjust the volume levels. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 27 The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit available only in the continental United States. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 28 Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit available only in the continental United States. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 29 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets. When activated, AUTOSET will appear in the display when any of the preset controls are pressed. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 30 Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit available only in the continental United States. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 31: Am/Fm Stereo Cassette With Cd

    SHUF (Shuffle): Press and hold to play the CD tracks in random order for the CD currently being played. Press again to stop. AUDIOPHILE AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD (IF EQUIPPED) MUTE AM/FM TAPE TREB BASS TUNE SCAN FADE AUTO SIDE COMP SHUF SEEK 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 32 4. Balance: Allows you to shift speaker sound between the right and left speakers. Press BAL then press SEL to shift sound to the left or right 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 33 In CD mode, FF advances the CD within the current track. 9. Digital signal processing (if equipped): Press to adjust the occupancy modes between the following: • ALL SEATS • DRIVER SEAT 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 34 Press while in tape or CD mode to return to radio mode. Press CD to enter CD mode and to play a CD already in the system. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 35 AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM - 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM- 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 36 • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time. • Insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine. • Clean using a circular motion. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 37: Cd Changer

    CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED) Your CD changer is located in the trunk. 1. Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 38 If this happens, reinsert the disc holder back into the magazine. 5. Insert each CD tray, with the disc loaded, all the way into the CD magazine. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 39: Navigation System

    LINCOLN NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Lincoln Navigation System which allows you to listen to the radio, play CDs and also navigate the vehicle using a navigation DVD. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 40 3. MAP: Press to enter map mode and view your current vehicle position on the map. Press and hold to obtain additional position information. This will not function without a map DVD loaded. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 41 (if equipped). Quick Start — How to get going To play a radio station: 1. Ensure that the vehicle ignition is on. 2. Press AUDIO. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 42 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 43 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 44 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 45 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 46 • 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 47 • Performing arts • Ski resort • Skiing • Sports complex • Stadium • Tourist attraction • Winery • Restaurant • I’m hungry • American restaurant • American food • Chinese restaurant 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 48 • Repeat guidance • Repeat voice • Louder • Softer • Voice guidance off • Voice guidance on • Open guidance screen • Close guidance screen • Arrow guidance • Arrow guide 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 49 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 50 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 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 51 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 52 To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system’s manually set memory stations, press the AUTO SET again. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 53 SEEK TUNE stations which will automatically SCAN PRESET SCAN AUTO SET interrupt radio or CD playback at a preset volume level. TRAFFIC INFO SET PTY 87.9 98.1 89.9 98.5 106.3 107.9 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 54 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 • All • Classical • Country • Information • Jazz • Religious • Rock 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 55 To access settings for Bass, Treble, Balance, Fade, DSP (Digital Signal Programing), SCV (Speed Compensated Volume), and Occupancy modes: 1. Press AUDIO. 2. Press SOUND. 3. Select from Bass/Treb; Bal/Fade; DSP/SCV. 4. Press +/— to increase/decrease the levels. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 56 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 57 To begin CD play (if a CD is already SOUND loaded), press AUDIO hard button SEEK TUNE and then CD. SCAN PRESET SCAN AUTO SET TRAFFIC INFO SET PTY 87.9 98.1 98.5 106.3 107.9 89.9 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 58 Entertainment Systems Press CD. CD play will begin where it stopped last. Loading a CD: 1. Press CD OPEN CLOSE on the bezel. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 59 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 60 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 61 Map mode Map display information To access the map display, press MAP on the bezel. Once pressed, the current map display will appear on the screen showing the current vehicle location. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 62 (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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 63 • 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 64 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 65 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 66 Use voice guidance as much as possible, and only view the display when driving conditions permit. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 67 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 68 DVD map version Displays the version of the inserted navigation DVD. Refer to Ordering additional map DVDs for further information. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 69 • 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 70 Allows you to turn the voice guidance option on/off and to determine the volume level of the guidance voice prompts. To adjust: 1. Press the MAP hard key. 2. Press “Nav Menu” at the bottom left hand corner of the screen. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 71 Home To set home for the first time: 1. Press MAP. 2. Press “Nav. Menu”. 3. Press “Stored Locations”. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 72 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 73 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”. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 74 Entertainment Systems Deleting a home location 1. Press MAP. 2. Press “Nav. Menu”. 3. Press “Stored Locations”. 4. Press “Home”. 5. Press “Delete”. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 75 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”. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 76 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”. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 77 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”. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 78 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 79 • 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 80 • 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 81 The map will open and allow you to select another regional area. Ensure that your search area is correct prior to setting your destination. IL , IN , KY , MI , OH , WI 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 82 • Select from map —Use to select a place on the map. • Special Memory Points — Use to select a destination from previously stored entries. Address 1. From the destination entry screen, select “Address”. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 83 If one of those is correct, select it. If not, you may press either “5 near cities” for another listing of five possible cities and states (if available). Or, press “Input City Name”. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 84 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 85 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”. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 86 8. Press YES to confirm the deletion. 9. Press DELETE ALL to delete all stored locations. Emergency Your navigation system is equipped with a separate Emergency screen. To access the Emergency screen, press “Emergency”. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 87 STORE will appear on the screen. 2. Press STORE to add the location to the memory point list. You may also add a memory point via the Navigation menu. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 88 7. Enter/select any required details. The new point will be added to the stored list of memory points. 8. Press OK. The new point will be added to the list of stored memory points. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 89 3. Enter the desired name. Accessing memory point lists 1. Press the MAP hard key. 2. Press “Nav Menu” in the bottom left hand corner of the screen. 3. Press “Stored locations”. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 90 When sorted by distance, the points are ordered by distance from the current vehicle location. When sorting by icon, the icons are listed in the order they appear on the icon selection screen. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 91 • 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”. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 92 (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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 93 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 94 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 95 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. Menu mode 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 96 Lincoln Customer Assistance Center information. • Brightness/Contrast — Allows you to adjust the brightness and contrast on the screen. • Screen off — Allows you to turn off the navigation screen. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 97 Drivers should not rely on screen displays while their vehicle is in motion. Let the voice guide you. If viewing is necessary, pull off the road to a safe location. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
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  • Page 99 • in tunnels and under bridges • inside or in between buildings • by forests or tree-lined avenues • in heavy rain showers and thunderstorms • in valleys and in mountainous regions 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 100 DVD. It is recommended always to use the latest update of this map DVD. • The navigation system will only work with DVDs specifically intended for your navigation system. • Always store the map DVDs in their protective cases when not in use. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 101 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 102: Climate Controls

    (single zone) or allows the passenger to have control of their individual temperature settings (dual zone). Press to turn on dual zone mode, press again to return to single zone. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 103 15. EXT: Displays the outside air temperature. It will remain displayed until the EXT control is pressed again. The external temperature will be most accurate when the vehicle has been moving for a period of time. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 104 To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 105: Rear Window Defroster

    This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 106: Lights

    4. Turn the ignition to RUN and then back to OFF. 5. Turn the headlamp switch to the Autolamp position. 6. Wait the desired amount of time for delay, then turn the headlamp switch to OFF. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 107 High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate. Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 108: Headlamps

    8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height (a piece of masking tape works well). 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 109: Turn Signal Control

    NON-ADJUSTABLE. 7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 110: Bulb Replacement

    This condensation is normal and will clear within 45 minutes of headlamp operation. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 111 * For vehicles with HID lamps, see your dealer for service. **When replacing the center high mount stop lamp, see your dealer for replacement bulbs. Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 112 The park/turn lamp bulbs can be replaced without removing the headlamp assembly. 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the hood. 2. Remove the protective bulb cover by removing the three retaining bolts. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 113 6. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by rotating it clockwise. 7. Install the lamp assembly on the vehicle with three nut and washer 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 114 2. Remove the light assembly from the headliner. 3. Disconnect the light assembly wiring and replace the light assembly. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 115 2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the lamp assembly. 3. Remove the two screws on the lamp assembly. 4. Pull the bulb straight out. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 116: Driver Controls

    Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance. Poor wiper quality can sometimes be improved by cleaning the wiper blades, refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 117: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    This will lock the steering wheel in position. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamp. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 118 • The alarm system warning will be displayed when you first start the vehicle and can be cleared by pressing the RESET button. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 119 A correct zone setting will eliminate compass heading error. To set the compass zone: 1. Press and release the MODE button until the compass directional heading is displayed. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 120 For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. To calibrate the compass: 1. Press and release the MODE button until the compass directional heading is displayed. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 121 U.S. federal safety standards (this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannot detect an object, signaling the 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 122 CHANNELS CLEARED will appear. Do not repeat step one to program additional hand-held transmitters to the remaining two HomeLink buttons. This will erase previously programmed hand-held transmitter signals into HomeLink . 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 123 • DID NOT TRAIN will be displayed if the channel did not properly train. 5. Press and hold the just-trained HomeLink button and observe the HomeLink house icon on the display. If the indicator light(s) 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 124 After completing steps 1 and 2 outlined in the “Programming” section, replace step 3 with the following: Note: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is advised to unplug the device during the “cycling” process to prevent overheating. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 125 Erasing HomeLink buttons To erase the three programmed buttons (individual buttons cannot be erased): • Press and hold the two outside buttons. The message CLEARING CHANNELS will appear on the HomeLink display. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 126 CHANNEL “X” (1,2, or 3) TRAINING after 20 seconds. Without releasing the HomeLink button, follow step 2 in the “Programming” section. For questions or comments, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 127 NOW warning can be cleared by pressing RESET button but will return after a period of time. Reset oil life mode To reset oil minder when the vehicle oil is changed: 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 128 DISABLED will be displayed and the button will be backlit amber. 2. Press the OFF button again to re-activate. The button will be backlit green at night time when the headlamps are ON. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 129 120 Watts. Exceeding these limits will result in a blown fuse. Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used. The auxiliary power point is located under the instrument panel. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 130: Power Windows

    Depress again to stop window operation. One touch down can be deactivated during operation by pushing down on the top part of the driver power window control. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 131: Mirrors

    Do not block the sensor on the backside of the mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance. Without Navigation System The mirror automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 132 Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 133: 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 134 Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 135 You can also use the 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). 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 136 In Tape mode: • Press NEXT to listen to the next selection on the tape. In CD mode: • Press NEXT to listen to the next track on the disc. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 137 Press the top portion of the control to hear previous command repeated from the navigation system. Rear console radio/climate controls (if equipped) Refer to Entertainment Systems and Climate Controls chapters for operation instructions. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 138 Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits. Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, in-vehicle communications systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 139: Message Center

    • check the distance traveled during a trip on either Trip A or Trip B. You can select different features for the message center to display by using the message center controls located in the center of the instrument panel. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 140 To use this function, select SPEED and press the RESET control. Your speed from that point will be displayed on the left side of the cluster until RESET is pressed again. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 141 You may notice gradual improvement in fuel economy over the course of your vehicle’s break-in period (approximately 1 000 miles [1 600 kilometers]). 1. Set the speed control. Refer to Speed control in this chapter. 2. Select FUEL ECON 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 142 If “CO” or “CS” is displayed, there is a problem with the fuel indication system and you should contact your dealer for service as soon as possible. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 143 (A or B) is displayed. When this function is displayed, press the RESET control to change the message center display from metric to English units or from English to metric units. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 144 This control will not work until the vehicle perimeter alarm system is disarmed. Refer to Perimeter Alarm System in the Locks and Security chapter. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 145 REAR CENTER CONSOLE FEATURES (IF EQUIPPED) The rear center console incorporates the following features: • utility compartment • auxiliary power point (if equipped) • remote radio/climate controls (if equipped) • remote seat adjustment (if equipped) 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 146 Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 147: Locks And Security

    • All doors are locked when the key is inserted into the driver door key cylinder and turned to the lock position. • The driver’s door is unlocked when the key is inserted into the driver door key cylinder and turned to the unlock position. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 148 Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 149 Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 150 • the unlock control is pressed on the remote entry transmitter. The headlamps and parklamps remain illuminated: • for 25 seconds, or • until you turn the ignition from the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position, or 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 151 You may also deactivate the alarm in the following ways: • Turn the ignition to the 2 (ACCESSORY), 3 (ON) or 4 (START) positions. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 152 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 153 How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four) available before beginning this procedure. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 154 The dimmer panel control must not be set to the off position for the illuminated entry system to operate. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 155 Memory seat/mirrors/adjustable pedals feature (if equipped) The remote keyless entry system can also control the memory seats/mirrors/adjustable pedals feature. With this feature, the first two programmed transmitters will recall a different memory position. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 156 You can also create your own 5–digit personal entry code. When pressing the controls on the keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 157 Note: To exit programming mode, either wait 5 seconds after pressing 1 • 2 on the keypad, or press the 7 • 8 and 9 • 0 pads simultaneously to lock all vehicle doors and end programming mode. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 158: 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 159 If the indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 160 Keep the ignition in the 3 (ON) position for at least one second but not more than 10 seconds. 6. Turn the ignition to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position, and remove the second key from the ignition. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 161 • Lock all doors using the interior power lock switch while the driver or passenger door is open and then closed. • Lock all doors with the key in the key lock cylinder. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 162 • Unlock the doors using a valid code on the keypad. • Unlock the doors with the key in the key lock cylinder. • Turn the ignition to the 3 (ON) position with a programmed coded ignition key. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 163: Seating And Safety Restraints

    Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 164 Adjusting the power front seats – door mounted controls (if equipped) The controls for the power seats are located on the inside of each front door. Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 165 Press the control to recline the seatback forward or backward. Press to move the seat forward or backward. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 166 • Push the indicated side of the control for maximum heat. • Push again to deactivate. • Push the indicated side of the control for minimum heat. • Push again to deactivate. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 167 • To program position one, move the driver seat to the desired position using the seat controls. Press the SET control. The SET control indicator light will briefly illuminate. While the light is illuminated, press control 1. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 168: Safety Restraints

    • Restraint system warning light and back-up tone • The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, and indicator lights 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 169 The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sitting close to the driver airbag by providing a lower airbag output level. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 170 This information allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the airbag deployment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage. Refer to Safety belt section in this chapter. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 171 Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 172 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 173 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 174 Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 175 This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford Motor Company recommends that all passenger safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still working properly.
  • Page 176 Lap belts Adjusting the front center seat lap belt The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not across the waist. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 177 Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 178 If the BeltMinder warnings have expired (warnings for approximately 5 minutes) for one occupant (driver or front passenger), the other occupant can still activate the BeltMinder feature. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 179 3 mph (5 seconds, repeating for approximately km/h) and more than 1-2 5 minutes or until the safety belts are minutes have elapsed since the buckled. ignition switch has been turned to ON... 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 180 “The people I’m with don’t Set the example, teen deaths occur 4 wear belts” times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people. Children and younger brothers/sisters imitate behavior they see. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 181 The driver and front passenger BeltMinder features can be deactivated/activated by performing the following procedure: Before following the procedure, make sure that: • The parking brake is set 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 182 Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 183: Air Bags

    (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 184 Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. Ford Motor Company recommends that a certified technician inspect all steering column assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision.
  • Page 185 (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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 186 Driver and passenger airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 187 The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits as well as the supplemental air bag electrical system wiring (including the impact sensors), the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 188 • a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time, • A smaller person, such as a child who has outgrown child restraints, or a small adult occupies the front passenger seat. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 189 Sitting improperly can increase the chance of 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 190 If it is necessary to modify an advanced front air bag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance section of this Owner’s Guide. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 191 Do not lean your head on the door. The side air bag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 192 The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 193 If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 194: Child Restraints

    Moving the child closer to the center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder belt fit. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 195 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 196 It is best to use a booster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat- the safest place for children to ride. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 197 • Place seat back in upright position. • Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to Automatic locking mode. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 198 If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 199 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 200 7. Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with your knee on the child seat. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 201 Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor. 1. Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 202 7. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 203 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 204 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 205: Tires, Wheels And Loading

    A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 206: Tire Information

    • 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]. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 207 At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and check the tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflate all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 208 B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. Failure to follow the tire pressure recommendations can cause uneven treadwear patterns and adversely affect the way your vehicle handles. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 209 6. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 210: Changing Tires

    • hold the steering wheel firmly. • slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. The use of tire sealants is not recommended and may damage your tires. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 211 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 212 (other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 213 On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. Refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter for more information. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 214 (C) near the tire you are changing, then place the jack (D) under the frame (A) of the vehicle aligning it with the mark (B - semi-circle). 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 215 Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered. 9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 216: Wheel Lug Nut Torque

    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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 217 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 218 Refer to the tire label or the safety 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 219 The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 220 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 221 Here are some of the important maintenance items: Tire wear Measure and inspect the tire tread on all your tires periodically. Advanced and unusual tire wear can reduce the ability of tread to grip 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 222 Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, stops and turns 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 223 (if equipped) may require alignment of all four wheels. The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 224 Unless otherwise specified, rotate the tires approximately every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 225 The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in rain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snow tires and chains. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 226: 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 dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 227 Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 228 Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 229 Note: For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your dealership. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) – is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 230 GCW of the towing vehicle plus the trailer exceed the GVWR of the towing vehicle. The GCW must never exceed the GCWR. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 231 The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity: 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 232: Trailer Towing

    Inspect these components carefully after towing. Your loaded trailer should weigh no more than 2,000 lb. (907 kg). Do not exceed the GVWR specified on the certification label. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 233 Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase. The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 234 P (Park). • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you must park on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer’s wheels. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 235: Recreational Towing

    See your local dealer for driveshaft removal/installation. Improper removal/installation of the driveshaft can cause transmission fluid loss, damage to the driveshaft and internal transmission components. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 236: Driving

    Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 237 Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 3. Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 4. Make sure the parking brake is set. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 238 1. Turn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to 4 (START). 2. Turn the key to 4 (START), then release the key as soon as the engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 239: Brakes

    If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by a qualified service technician. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 240 ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced. Even when the ABS is disabled, BRAKE normal braking is still effective. (If your BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with the parking brake released, have your brake system serviced immediately.) 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 241 3. Move the gearshift from the P (Park) position to one of the forward gears (the parking brake will not release automatically when you shift into reverse). The brake pedal must remain pressed while the gearshift is moved. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 242: Traction Control

    Traction Control system off. This may allow excess wheel spin to “dig” the vehicle out and enable a successful “rocking” maneuver. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 243 • improper steering alignment Speed sensitive steering The steering in your vehicle is speed sensitive. At high speeds, steering assist will decrease to improve steering feel. At lower speeds, maneuverability will be increased. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 244: Air Suspension

    ON position and the brake pedal depressed, it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle’s brakelamps are not operating properly. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 245 If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your dealer or a qualified service technician. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 246 Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse). N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 247 • To return to O/D (overdrive mode), press the transmission control switch. The O/D OFF lamp will not be illuminated. • O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turned off. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 248 Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle. The axle may exhibit a slight noise or vibration in tight turns with low vehicle speed. This is normal behavior and indicates the axle is working. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 249 6 mph (10 km/h). The system is not effective at speeds greater than 6 mph (10 km/h) and may not detect certain angular or moving objects. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 250 The OFF indicator remains illuminated when the system is disabled. The system defaults to ON every time the ignition is turned on. Press the control to disable or enable the system. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 251 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 252: Roadside Emergencies

    Roadside Emergencies GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week •...

  • Page 253: Hazard Flasher Switch

    Roadside Emergencies 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; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140.

  • Page 254: 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 255 The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 256 (OCS), Passenger Air bag Deactivation Indicator (PADI) Audio, Navigation control head Back-up lamps Audio Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS), Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relay coil, Ignition coil relay coil, Fuel relay coil Wiper module 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 257 Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) LCM (Interior lighting) Driver’s Door Module (DDM) switches, PDM, Power mirrors, LCM (Right-hand low beam) PATS LED, Cluster, Analog clock, Overhead console LCM (Left-hand low beam) 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 258 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 259 Instrument panel power point 15A* Alternator regulator 30A* PCM relay feed 20A* Driver’s Door Module (DDM) 15A* Ignition coil relay feed 20A* Horn relay feed 15A* A/C clutch relay feed 20A* Audio 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 260 Power Decklid Module (PDM) 20A** ABS module (Valves) 30A** Wiper module 20A** Rear power point #1 30A** RASM (Air compressor) 20A** Rear power point #2 20A** Moonroof 20A** Rear cigar lighters 30A** Pulldown module 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 261: Jump Starting

    The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 262 Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 263 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 264 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 265 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’s battery. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 266 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 267: Wrecker Towing

    It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. Before your vehicle can be towed, the air suspension control in the luggage compartment must be turned to the OFF position (if equipped).

  • Page 268: Customer Assistance

    2. If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved, contact the Sales Manager, Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager. 3. If you require assistance or clarification on Ford Motor Company policies or procedures, please contact the Lincoln Mercury Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-521-4140.
  • Page 269 Customer Assistance Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) www.ford.ca If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could...
  • Page 270 Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 271 Customer Assistance • available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Company vehicles. The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modify procedures and/or to discontinue this service without notice and without incurring obligations per applicable state law.
  • Page 272 • The name of the dealer(s) who sold or serviced the vehicle. • A brief description of your unresolved concern. • A brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor Company. • The names (if known) of all the people you contacted at the dealership(s).
  • Page 273 Canada and the dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 274 Since this information is subject to change, please ask your dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit the Ford ESP website at www.ford-esp.com. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 275 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 276: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)

    Obtaining a French owner’s guide French Owner’s Guides can be obtained from your 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 277: Cleaning

    Your 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 dealer to ensure you get the correct color. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 278 • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components. • Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 279 To clean these items, please 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 dealer. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 280 • Never saturate the seat covers with cleaning solution. • Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of the seat materials. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 281 Each product is made from high quality materials that meet or exceed rigid specifications. For best results, use the following products or products of equivalent quality: Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42) Motorcraft Car Care Kit (ZC-26) 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 282 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) 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 283: 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 284 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front of the hood in the grille. 3. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 285: Engine Compartment

    2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Air filter assembly 4. Power steering fluid reservoir 5. Engine coolant reservoir 6. Battery 7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 286: Engine Oil

    2. Turn the engine off and wait up to 10 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 287 DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 288 5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise until three clicks can be heard. To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 289 Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 290: Battery

    Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery, always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide proper ventilation. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 291 If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is reconnected. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 292: 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 293 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 294 Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the “FULL COLD” level. For all other vehicles which have a 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 295 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 296 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 297 Remember that the engine is capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine damage, therefore: 1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 298: Fuel Information

    Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. Gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 299 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. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 300 4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the filler pipe. 5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/4 of a turn until it stops. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 301 Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can damage critical fuel system components. Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 302 Instrument Cluster chapter. Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service technician. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 303 • Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. • Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time you fill up. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 304 • Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down gradually. • Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 55 mph [88 km/h] uses 15% less fuel than traveling at 65 mph [105 km/h]). 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 305 • Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on hilly terrain. • Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 306 Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability. Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover.
  • Page 307 No additional vehicle service is required. If the Check engine/Service engine soon light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 308 (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C). 2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 3. Turn the engine off. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 309 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking. 1. Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) or until it reaches normal operating temperature. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 310 50°F (10°C). However, if fluid is added at this time, an overfill condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating temperature. The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature (150°F-170°F [66°C-77°C]). 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 311: Air Filter(S)

    The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transmission components. AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 312 MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 4.6L SOHC V8 engine Air filter element FA-1668 Fuel filter FG-986B Battery-standard BXT-65-650 Battery-heavy duty BXT-65-750 Oil filter FL-820-S PCV valve Spark plugs Included in long wheelbase package. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 313: Refill Capacities

    Performance DOT 3 Fill to line on reservoir Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON Fill to line on reservoir Transmission fluid Motorcraft 13.2L (13.9 quarts) (4R70/75 E) MERCON V ATF 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 314 14 mm (1/4 inch to 9/16 inch) below the bottom of the filler hole. Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 315: Lubricant Specifications

    (CA, OR and NM) (yellow colored) Engine oil Motorcraft XO-5W20-QSP WSS-M2C930-A with SAE 5W20 (US) API Certification Premium CXO-5W20–LSP12 Mark Synthetic (Canada) Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 316 However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used. Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axles. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 317 (2) Overall width 78.5 (1993) (3) Overall height 58.5 (1487)/58.7 (1490)* (4) Wheelbase 117.7 (2990)/123.7 (3142) (5) Track - Front 63.4 (1611) (5) Track - Rear 65.9 (1673) Denotes long wheel base 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 318 Maintenance and Specifications 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 319 Certification label may be located. The Certification label is located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver’s door or the edge of the driver’s door. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 320 8. Production sequence number Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and transfer case (if equipped). 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 321 You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle certification label. The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents. Code Description Four-speed automatic (4R70E) – Sharonville Four-speed automatic (4R70E) – Livonia 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 322: Accessories

    In addition, each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Lincoln’s rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Lincoln Accessory found to be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the warranty period, as well as any component damaged by the defective accessory.
  • Page 323 • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

  • Page 324: Index

    ..314, 316 refill capacities ......312 engine compartment ....277 traction lok ......247 instrument panel ....279 interior ........279 plastic parts ......278 washing ........276 waxing ........276 Battery ........289 acid, treating emergencies ..289 wheels ........277 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 325 Utilizing the checking and adding ....285 Mediation/Arbitration dipstick ........285 Program ........272 filter, specifications ..288, 311 recommendations ....288 refill capacities ......312 specifications ....314, 316 Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ......106 Exhaust fumes ......238 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 326 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ....299 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ....302 Keyless entry system ....155 Gauges .........15 Keys positions of the ignition ..235 Hazard flashers ......252 Head restraints ......162 Lamps Headlamps .........105 autolamp system .....105 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 327 Power trunk ......143–144 programmable memory ..154 side view mirrors (power) ..131 Power Windows ......129 Moon roof ........137 Motorcraft parts ....301, 311 Radio ..........30 Rear window defroster .....104 Navigation system .......38 Relays ........253 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 328 (automatic) ......308 Specification chart, fluid, refill capacities ....312 lubricants ......314, 316 lubricant specifications ..314, 316 Speed control ......132 Trunk .........147 remote release ....143, 151 Starting your vehicle ..235–237 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
  • Page 329 Windows Vehicle dimensions ....316 power ........129 Vehicle Identification Number Windshield washer fluid and (VIN) ..........319 wipers ........115 Vehicle loading ......225 replacing wiper blades ...115 Ventilating your vehicle ...238 Wrecker towing ......266 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)

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