Page 1: Table Of Contents
2004 THUNDERBIRD www.hillerford.com Table of Contents Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD Climate Controls Electronic automatic temperature control Rear window defroster Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows...
Page 2 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing...
Page 4: Introduction
The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: • In the United States: www.ford.com •...
Page 5 Introduction SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol.
Page 6 In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.
Page 7 Introduction 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, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority.
Page 8: Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat Installation Child Seat Lower Warning Anchor Child Seat Tether Brake System Anchor Brake Fluid -...
Page 9 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Power Window Lockout Front/Rear Interior Luggage Child Safety Door Compartment Release Lock/Unlock Symbol Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking, Flames, Battery Acid or Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid...
Page 10: Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works.
Page 11 Instrument Cluster Brake system warning light: To BRAKE confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the ON position.
Page 12 Instrument Cluster Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. Engine coolant temperature: Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter.
Page 13 Instrument Cluster Low washer fluid: Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low. Bulb warning: A text message indicates when one of the exterior front turn lamps or rear brake/turn/tail lamps bulb has burned out. Depress the RESET control to return to the Trip odometer display.
Page 14: Gauges
Instrument Cluster GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (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.
Page 15 Instrument Cluster Trip odometer: Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset, depress the RESET control. To switch the display from Trip A to the Trip B, depress the A/B control. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine.
Page 16: Entertainment Systems
TEXT: TEXT is only available when equipped with Satellite radio. Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your Ford dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit.
Page 17 Entertainment Systems 4. Mute: Press to MUTE playing media; press again to return to playing media 5. Eject: Press to eject a CD. Press and hold to eject all loaded discs. 6. Bass: Press BASS; then press to decrease/increase the bass output. Treble: Press TREB;...
Page 18 11. SAT (if equipped): Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite Ready capability. The kit to enable the Satellite reception is available through your Ford dealer. Detailed satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. 12. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band.
Page 19 Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed.
Page 20 Entertainment Systems For information regarding SIRIUS Satellite Radio, please call toll-free 888-539-SIRIUS (888-539-7474) or visit the SIRIUS website at www.siriusradio.com RADIO FREQUENCIES AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC).
Page 21 Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player.
Page 22: Climate Controls
Climate Controls DUAL ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DEATC) SYSTEM 1. A/C control: Press to turn on and manually control the air conditioning. Press again to disengage. Press AUTO for the system to automatically control the temperature. 2. Recirculation control: Press to engage/disengage.
Page 23 Climate Controls 5. DUAL zone selector: Press to DUAL toggle the system between single zone and dual zone control. (Defrost): Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the demister outlets. Can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield.
Page 24 Climate Controls 16. EXT control: Press to display the outside air temperature. Press again to return to interior temperature. Exterior readings are most accurate when the vehicle is moving. 17. Temperature conversion: Press to toggle between Fahrenheit and Celsius temperature on the DEATC display only.
Page 25: Rear Window Defroster
Climate Controls • Do not place items over the climate temperature sensor grid. This may cause improper operation of the system. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Ensure that recirculation is disengaged. 3. Set the temperature control to full heat. 4.
Page 26 • Protects the climate control components from particle deposits The filter is located just in front of the windshield under the cowl grille on the passenger side of the vehicle. For more information, or to replace the filter, see your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury Dealer.
Page 27: Lights
Lights MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Note: The instrument panel lamps will only turn on if the autolamp control has determined it is night. Autolamp control The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of...
Page 28 Lights Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
Page 29 Lights HEADLAMP VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface approximately 7.6 meters (25 feet) from a vertical wall or screen directly in front of it. • (1) Eight feet • (2) Center height of lamp to ground •...
Page 30: Turn Signal Control
Lights TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal. INTERIOR LAMPS Reading and dome lamps The reading lamps are located in the header trim panel. Press the control next to the reading lamp to activate The reading lamp assembly also contains an overhead dome lamp.
Page 31 Lights Function Trade number Park/turn lamps (front) 3457 AK (amber) Supplemental parking lamps (if equipped) Front side marker lamps Rear side marker lamps Headlamps 9007 Rear stop/turn/tail lamps 3157K Backup lamps 3156K Rear license plate lamps High-mount brake lamp See a dealer or qualified technician Footwell courtesy lamps Reading lamps 3886X...
Page 32 Lights Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the hood. 2. Pry up the two retainer pins to release the headlamp assembly from the vehicle. 3. Remove the nut from the back of the headlamp and pull headlamp forward.
Page 33 Lights 6. Without turning, remove the old bulb from the lamp assembly by pulling it straight out of the lamp assembly. To install the new bulb: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass.
Page 34 Lights Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the hood. 2. Pry up the two retainer pins to release the headlamp assembly from the vehicle. 3. Remove the nut from the back of the headlamp and pull headlamp forward.
Page 35 Lights Replacing front/rear side marker bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then remove the screw and carefully pull the lamp assembly out from the bumper. 2. Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly.
Page 36 Lights Prior to pulling the carpet away, in step 1, the trunk trim scuff plate must be removed. This can be accomplished by pulling gently on the component until the 6 push pins along the rear of the trunk release. The part can be placed aside and the carpet pulled away.
Page 37 Lights Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then remove two screws and the license plate lamp assembly from the vehicle. 2. Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly. 3.
Page 38: Driver Controls
Driver Controls MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers. Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: •...
Page 39: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Do not use the auxiliary power point as a cigarette lighter. The use of non-Ford approved electrical accessories could cause damage not covered by your warranty. Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug.
Page 40: Power Windows
Driver Controls POWER WINDOWS When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window. Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window.
Page 41: Mirrors
Driver Controls closed. To re-calibrate the window, press the up switch to raise the window until it completes its travel and hold the switch down for 2 seconds. Another possible effect of lost calibration is that the feature may not lower the window. To re-calibrate the window in this case, lower the window until it completes its travel and hold the switch down for 2 seconds.
Page 42: Speed Control
Driver Controls In the event of battery failure, you can open the trunk by using your master key on the key cylinder located behind the driver’s seat. SPEED CONTROL With speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 48 km/h (30 mph) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.
Page 43 Driver Controls 3. Press the SET + control and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on. Note: • Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill.
Page 44 Driver Controls Increasing speed while using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed: • Press and hold the SET + control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. You can also use the SET + control to operate the Tap-Up function.
Page 45 Driver Controls Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or press CANCEL. This will not erase your vehicle’s previously set speed. • Press the speed control OFF control. Note: When you turn off the speed CANCEL control or the ignition, your speed...
Page 46 Driver Controls In any mode: • Press VOL + or − to adjust MUTE volume. MEDIA Press the PHONE/MUTE control to mute the playing media. Press again MUTE to return to the playing media. MEDIA HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM The HomeLink Wireless Control System, located on the header trim, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters with a single built-in device.
Page 47 Driver Controls purchase). It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed Homelink buttons be erased for security purposes, refer to Programming in this section. Programming Do not program HomeLink with the vehicle parked in the garage. Note: Some vehicles may require the ignition switch to be turned to the second (or “ACC”) position for programming and/or operation of the HomeLink .
Page 48 Driver Controls and released. Note: To program the remaining two HomeLink buttons, begin with step 2 in the “Programming” section — do not repeat step 1. Note: If the amber light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a continuous amber, proceed with steps 6 through 8 to complete programming of a rolling code equipped device.
Page 49 Driver Controls • Proceed with step 4 in the “Programming” section. Operating the HomeLink Wireless Control System To operate, simply press and release the appropriate HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the trained product (garage door, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.).
Page 50 Driver Controls Lowering the convertible top The convertible top can be lowered with the side windows either up or down. Do not lower the top when the top material is wet. If you raise and lower the convertible top several times in a row, the motor will heat up, causing the thermal circuit breaker to open so that the top will stop operating.
Page 51 Driver Controls 1. Fasten the snaps on the boot to the quarter trim panel on both sides of the vehicle and at the center. 2. Tuck the boot under the upper back panel at the rear and the quarter panel along the sides. 3.
Page 52 Driver Controls 3. Push the two screws down into the windscreen panel of your vehicle. 4. Push the convertible top switch, holding it until the top unfolds and moves forward toward the windshield header. 5. Press the button on the convertible top handle and pull the handle down to open both top clamps before the top meets the...
Page 53 Convertible top and padded molding care To avoid damage to the cloth top and moldings, use only an approved Ford cleaner, or equivalent. Do not use abrasive material or cleaners. Wash with a high quality convertible top cleaner/protectant. If your car is equipped with a light colored convertible top, it will require extra care.
Page 54 Driver Controls Also, high pressure car washes may cause water to enter the convertible top well, which may result in the convertible top staining if the top is not allowed to dry. REMOVABLE TOP (IF EQUIPPED) For more information see the CD Rom included with this guide. Installing the removable top The front screw fittings must be checked to see that they are firmly seated after driving a distance of approximately 50 to...
Page 55 Driver Controls Once per year, apply a small amount of silicone lubricant, F5AZ–19553–AA, to the receivers as shown. The lubricant should be sprayed directly into the hole to avoid contaminating the trim parts. 3. Lower the rear of the top into position so that the pins are placed into the bracket receivers.
Page 56 Driver Controls 6. Partially turn, 1/2 turn forward, the levers of the top (located in the rear on the left and right-hand side of the vehicle). 7. Using the mounting key, loosely screw in the two screws at the front of the top by two or three turns.
Page 57 Driver Controls Removing the top It is recommended that you prepare the storage rack before removing the top. See Removable top storage rack in this section. 1. Take the mounting key from the bag located in the trunk. 2. Using the mounting key, loosen the two screws at the front of the top.
Page 58 Driver Controls Removable top storage rack It is recommended that you prepare the storage rack prior to removing the top from the vehicle. 1. Remove the storage rack from the package and place the bumper end of the uprights on the floor with the wheels facing you. 2.
Page 59 Driver Controls 8. Place the removable top on the storage rack. 9. Make sure the rear edge of the removable top rests on the rubber bumpers of the rack legs. This prevents damage to the painted edge and the weather-strips. To unlock the wheels, pull up on the lower portion of the plastic tab located on the tip of each wheel.
Page 60 Driver Controls CELL PHONE USE The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when using such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations.
Page 61: Locks And Security
Locks and Security KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement keys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an emergency. Refer to SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System for more information.
Page 62 Locks and Security The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on using the dimmer control or • any door is open. The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition is turned to the 2 (OFF) position.
Page 63 Locks and Security Keep vehicle doors and luggage compartment locked and keep keys and remote transmitters out of a child’s reach. Unsupervised children could lock themselves in the trunk and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles. On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly.
Page 64: Anti-Theft System
Locks and Security The remote entry system allows you to: • unlock the vehicle doors without a key. • lock all the vehicle doors without a key. • open the trunk without a key. • activate the personal alarm. • arm and disarm the perimeter anti-theft system.
Page 65 Locks and Security The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on using the dimmer control or • any door is open. The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition is turned to the 2 (OFF) position.
Page 66 Locks and Security To replace the battery: 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.
Page 67 Locks and Security To reprogram the remote entry transmitters: 1. Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked. 2. Put the key in the ignition. 3. Turn the key from the 1 (LOCK) position to 4 (RUN). 4. Cycle eight times rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 1 (LOCK) position and 4 (RUN).
Page 68 Locks and Security The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 2 (OFF) position.
Page 69 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.
Page 70 Only a coded key will start your vehicle. Spare coded keys may be purchased from an authorized Ford dealer. An authorized Ford dealer can also program your coded key, or you can do it yourself. Refer to Programming spare keys in this chapter.
Page 71 If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must take your vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer to have the spare coded key(s) programmed. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.
Page 72 Locks and Security PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM The perimeter anti-theft system will warn you in the event of an unauthorized entry to your vehicle. If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the dealership to aid in troubleshooting.
Page 73: Seating And Safety Restraints
Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING Notes: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop.
Page 74 Seating and Safety Restraints Using the manual lumbar support The lumbar control is located on the front of the driver’s seat cushion. Turn to adjust lumbar support. Using the manual recline function Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.
Page 75 Seating and Safety Restraints The driver and passenger seat must be in the upright position and the lap belt must be snug and low across the hips while the vehicle is moving. Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision.
Page 76: Safety Restraints
Seating and Safety Restraints Adjusting the passenger’s power seat The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seat forward or backward. Heated seats (if equipped) To operate the heated seats: •...
Page 77 Seating and Safety Restraints Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided.
Page 78 Seating and Safety Restraints 1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. 2.
Page 79 Seating and Safety Restraints Automatic locking mode How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound.
Page 80 Seating and Safety Restraints When to use the automatic locking mode • Anytime a child safety seat is installed in the vehicle. Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Unbuckle the combination lap and shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and return to the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode.
Page 81 Seating and Safety Restraints 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. Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is not The safety belt warning light buckled before the ignition illuminates 1-2 minutes and the...
Page 82 Seating and Safety Restraints If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is not The BeltMinder feature is activated - buckled before the vehicle has the safety belt warning light reached at least 5 km/h (3 illuminates and the warning chime mph) and 1-2 minutes have sounds for 6 seconds every 30 elapsed since the ignition seconds, repeating for approximately...
Page 83 Seating and Safety Restraints Reasons given... Consider... “I was in a hurry” Prime time for an accident. BeltMinder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up. “Safety belts don’t work” Safety belts, when used properly, reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks.
Page 84 Seating and Safety Restraints One time disable Any time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition ON cycle, the BeltMinder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only. Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder feature Read steps 1 - 9 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation/activation programming procedure.
Page 85 (if equipped), LATCH child seat tether anchors and lower anchors (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. However, if...
Page 86: Air Bags
Seating and Safety Restraints Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety...
Page 87 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle...
Page 88 Seating and Safety Restraints How does the safety belt pretensioner and air bag supplemental restraint system work? The safety belt pretensioner and air bag SRS are designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates pretensioner activation and air bag inflation.
Page 89 Seating and Safety Restraints Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Page 90 OFF position and the ignition switch is in ON, have the front and side passenger air bag switch serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. In order to avoid inadvertent activation of the switch, always remove the ignition key from the front and side passenger air bag ON/OFF switch.
Page 91 ON/OFF switch is in the ON position and the ignition switch is in ON, have the front and side passenger air bag ON/OFF switch serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. The front passenger air bag and the passenger side air bag should always...
Page 92 Seating and Safety Restraints occupant is not properly buckled up. The most effective way to reduce the risk of unnecessary air bag injuries, without reducing the overall safety of the vehicle, is to make sure all occupants are properly restrained in the vehicle, especially in the front seat. This provides the protection of safety belts and permits the air bags to provide the additional protection they were designed to provide.
Page 93 Seating and Safety Restraints This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for the driver and right front passenger. These particular belts are specifically designed to work with air bags to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. The energy management safety belt is designed to give or release additional belt webbing in some accidents to reduce concentration of force on an occupant’s chest and reduce the risk of certain bone fractures and injuries to underlying organs.
Page 94 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an air bag. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts...
Page 95 Seating and Safety Restraints How does the side air bag system work? The side air bag system consists of the following: • An inflatable nylon bag (air bag) with a gas generator concealed behind the outboard bolster of the driver and front passenger seatbacks.
Page 96: Child Restraints
Seating and Safety Restraints If the side air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again. The side air bag system (including the seat) must be inspected and serviced by a qualified technician in accordance with the vehicle service manual. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Page 97 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.
Page 98 Seating and Safety Restraints 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. Booster seats also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably for growing children.
Page 99 Seating and Safety Restraints • Those with a high back. A backless booster would be a better choice because the high back booster will place the child closer to the instrument panel and airbag. Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped with lap/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lbs.
Page 100 36 kg (80 pounds) using an upper torso harness and a belt-positioning booster. Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position with LATCH and tether anchors.
Page 101 Seating and Safety Restraints Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision.
Page 102 Seating and Safety Restraints 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together. 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.
Page 103 Seating and Safety Restraints 5. To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard. 6. Allow the belt to retract. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode.
Page 104 Seating and Safety Restraints Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap which goes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point. Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for information about ordering a tether strap.
Page 105 Seating and Safety Restraints 3. Route the child safety seat tether strap under the head restraint and over the back of the seat. 4. Grasp the tether strap and position it to the seat frame. 5. Rotate the tether strap.
Page 106 Seating and Safety Restraints 6. Clip the tether strap to the anchor on the seat frame. 7. Rotate the tether strap clip. 8. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Attaching child safety seats with Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children (LATCH) attachments for child seat anchors LATCH lower anchors are recommended for use by children up to 22 kg (48 pounds) in a child restraint.
Page 107 Seating and Safety Restraints This type of child seat eliminates the need to use safety belts to attach the child seat. For forward-facing child seats, the tether strap must also be attached to the proper tether anchor point. For information on using tether straps with the child safety seats, refer to Passenger front and side air bag ON/OFF switch and Attaching child safety seats with tether straps in this chapter.
Page 108: Driving
Driving STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. LOCK, locks the gearshift lever and allows key removal. (The steering wheel will not lock after key removal.) 2. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories except the radio, convertible top control and the power windows if accessory delay is active.
Page 109 Driving Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover.
Page 110 Driving • Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (START). Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate.
Page 111: Brakes
Driving strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach -23° C (-10° F) or below. For best results, plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle. The heater can be plugged in the night before starting the vehicle.
Page 112 Driving ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on. If the light does not illuminate during start up, remains on or flashes, the ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced. Even when the ABS is disabled, BRAKE normal braking is still effective.
Page 113: Traction Control/Advancetrac
Driving TRACTION CONTROL Your vehicle is equipped with a Traction Control system. This system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of your vehicle, especially on slippery road surfaces such as snow- or ice-covered roads and gravel roads. The system will allow your vehicle to make better use of available traction in these conditions.
Page 114: Transmission Operation
Driving STEERING To prevent damage to the power steering system: • Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until it stops) for more than a few seconds when the engine is running. • Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level (below the MIN mark on the reservoir).
Page 115 Driving When the key is in the ignition and in the OFF position, the automatic transmission shift lever can be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake pedal depressed. To avoid unwanted vehicle movement, always set the parking brake. 3.
Page 116 Driving Driving with a 5–speed automatic transmission This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy. Adaptive Shift strategy offers the optimal transmission operation and shift quality. When the vehicle’s battery has been disconnected for any type of service or repair, the transmission will need to relearn the normal shift strategy parameters, much like having to reset your radio stations when your vehicle battery has been disconnected.
Page 117 Driving R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. 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.
Page 118 Driving • Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission to downshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed. 1 (First) This position allows for first gear only. • Provides maximum engine braking. • Will not downshift into first gear at high speeds; will cause the transmission to downshift to a lower gear, then allows for first gear when the vehicle reaches slower speeds.
Page 119 Driving Manual shift mode With the gearshift lever in D5 (Overdrive), the gearshift lever can be moved to the right and into the manual shift mode. The transmission will remain in the manual shift mode until the gearshift lever is moved back to D5 (Overdrive).
Page 120 Driving • If shifter (-) is tapped more than once in rapid succession, the transmission will downshift only into the next lower gear, then when the vehicle reaches a speed below a calibrated entry speed, the transmission will allow a downshift into the next lower gear if again selected by the driver.
Page 121: Vehicle Loading
Driving VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/or trailer, to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability, with or without a trailer. Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance.
Page 122 Driving Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling, performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. Note: For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your dealership.
Page 123 Driving GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer. GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo and passengers –...
Page 124: Trailer Towing
If a distance of 80 km (50 miles) or a speed of 56 km/h (35 mph) must be exceeded, you must disconnect the driveshaft. Ford recommends the driveshaft be removed/installed only by a qualified technician. Improper removal/installation of the driveshaft may cause damage to the driveshaft and internal transmission components.
Page 125: 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 126: 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 127: Fuses And Relays
Roadside Emergencies This switch is located in the driver’s footwell, behind the kick panel. To reset the switch: 1. Turn the ignition OFF. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are apparent, reset the switch by pushing in on the reset button.
Page 128 Roadside Emergencies Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Cartridge Fuse Mini Standard Maxi Fuse link maxi rating fuses fuses fuses cartridge fuses Grey Grey — — — Violet Violet — — — Pink Pink — — — — — —...
Page 129 Roadside Emergencies OWNER'S MANUAL RELAY 1 The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Location Rating Panel Description Starter relay coil Radio start signal Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module Cluster, Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relay coil, Inertia switch, Transmission park switch Traction control switch, Cruise deactivation brake switch and...
Page 130 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Location Rating Panel Description Right-hand turn/park lamp and side marker Right-hand headlamp Left-hand turn/park lamp and side marker Left-hand headlamp Passenger air bag on/off switch indicator Cluster Air bag module Not used (spare) Driver and passenger heated seat modules Cluster...
Page 131 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Location Rating Panel Description Outside mirrors Brake pedal switch Relay 1 — Not used Front power distribution box The front power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads.
Page 132 Roadside Emergencies 9 10 11 12 RELAY 01 RELAY 02 RELAY 03 RELAY RELAY 04 RELAY 05 RELAY 06 RELAY 07 RELAY RELAY RELAY RELAY RELAY The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Location Rating Description 10A*...
Page 133 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Location Rating Description — Not used 30A** ABS module power — Not used 30A** Blower motor — Not used 40A** — Not used — Not used 30A** Starter solenoid 40A** ABS pump —...
Page 134: Rear Power Distribution Box
Roadside Emergencies Rear power distribution box The rear power distribution box is located in the luggage compartment under the spare tire well cover. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses.
Page 135 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Location Rating Description 15A* Rear Electronics Module (REM) License plate lamp and rear side markers 10A* Left rear stop/turn/tail lamp 10A* Luggage compartment lamp, Map/courtesy overhead lamp, Homelink transmitter REM - Hard top sense 10A* Back-up lamps 10A*...
Page 136: Changing Tires
Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Location Rating Description 30A** Rear defroster — Not used 40A** Convertible top motor 30A** SSP2 Relay 001 Full ISO SSP1 Relay 002 Full ISO SSP4 Relay 003 Full ISO Rear defroster Relay 004 Full ISO SSP3 Relay 005...
Page 137 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
Page 138 Roadside Emergencies The usage of a dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability •...
Page 139 Roadside Emergencies 3. Lift the trunk cargo cover and remove the spare tire, jack and tool bag with lug wrench. 4. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground.
Page 140 Roadside Emergencies 5. Put the jack in the jack notch next to the tire you are changing. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. Never use the rear differential as a jacking point. To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire.
Page 141 Roadside Emergencies 9. Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown. Note: The jack cannot be properly stowed when a full size tire is placed here. Secure the jack and the temporary spare tire as shown after the flat tire has been fixed.
Page 142: Jump Starting
M12 x 1.5 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the front disc brake hub and rotor that contacts the wheel.
Page 143 Roadside Emergencies 1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle. 2. Do not disconnect the battery of your disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle’s electrical system. Keep the battery vent hose attached at all times. 3. Park the booster vehicle close to the trunk of your disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch.
Page 144 Roadside Emergencies 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.
Page 145 Roadside Emergencies 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to the spare tire tie-down stud. (Your vehicle may be equipped with a plastic cap on top of the tire tie-down stud. This cap must be removed prior to attaching the cable to the stud.) Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped.
Page 146 Roadside Emergencies Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the spare tire tie-down stud. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’s battery.
Page 147 Roadside Emergencies 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’s battery. 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.
Page 148: Wrecker Towing
It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur.
Page 149: Customer Assistance
Center at the number below. Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealership to help you.
Page 150 If you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute, you may wish to contact the Dispute Settlement Board (U.S.). In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is also...
Page 151 5,000 participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealers. If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since this 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.
Page 152 Customer Assistance 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 153 • 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 154 After a case is reviewed, the Board mails you a decision letter and a form on which to accept or reject the Board’s decision. The decisions of the Board are binding on Ford (and, in some cases, on the dealer) but not on consumers who are free to pursue other remedies available to them under state or federal law.
Page 155 If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot help you, write or call: FORD MOTOR COMPANY...
Page 156 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. IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY) California Civil Code Section 1793.2(d) requires that, if a manufacturer...
Page 157: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–800–424–9393 (or 366–0123 in the Washington D.C.
Page 158: Cleaning
Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral Ph shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is available from your dealer. • Using high water pressure or wand-type car washes against the convertible top and windows may cause water leaks and possible seal damage.
Page 159 Cleaning PAINT CHIPS 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 jam) to your dealer to ensure you get the correct color. • Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar spots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips.
Page 160 Cleaning • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your dealer.
Page 161 Cleaning • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts. • Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or windshield washer solution. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.
Page 162 Cleaning INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equipped with side air bags: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-41). • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14).
Page 163 Cleaning FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle.
Page 164: Maintenance And Specifications
Maintenance and Specifications SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide the necessary parts and service.
Page 165 Maintenance and Specifications Working with the engine off 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Working with the engine on 1.
Page 166: Engine Compartment
Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.9L–4V V8 engine 1. Engine oil filler cap 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Engine coolant reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8.
Page 167: Engine Oil
In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16–A2. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
Page 168 Maintenance and Specifications 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks, the oil level is acceptable.
Page 169 Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American Petroleum Institute (API). To protect your engine’s warranty use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153–H. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle’s engine.
Page 170: Battery
Maintenance and Specifications BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which is located in the luggage compartment, next to the spare tire. Your battery is designed to purge any battery gases to the outside of the vehicle by means of a vent hose. This vent hose MUST be attached at all times.
Page 171 Maintenance and Specifications Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention.
Page 172 Maintenance and Specifications • Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner. Follow your local authorized standards for disposal. Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries. RECYCLE ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the mileage intervals listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide.
Page 173 Maintenance and Specifications When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir. COLD FILL LEVEL • The engine coolant should be at the “cold fill level” or within the “cold fill range” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application).
Page 174 • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored), VC-7–A (U.S., except CA and OR), VC-7–B (CA and OR only), meeting Ford Specification WSS-M97B51–A1. Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets, VC-6, may darken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from yellow to golden tan.
Page 175 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...
Page 176 Maintenance and Specifications Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, refer to Refill capacities in this section.
Page 177: Fuel Information
Maintenance and Specifications If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine. When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However: •...
Page 178 Maintenance and Specifications The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out and injure you or others. If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in possible...
Page 179 Maintenance and Specifications clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation. • Be particularly careful if you are taking “Antabuse” or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism. Breathing gasoline vapors, or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction.
Page 180 The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap.
Page 181 Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components.
Page 182 Maintenance and Specifications ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the driver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy.
Page 183 Maintenance and Specifications 2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in liters or gallons). 3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading. 4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer reading.
Page 184 Maintenance and Specifications • Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy. • Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy. • Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving. Maintenance •...
Page 185 Guide are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system. If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
Page 186 Maintenance and Specifications permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working. Information about your vehicle’s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up specifications.
Page 187 Maintenance and Specifications If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced, the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test” condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as described below: •...
Page 188: Air Filter(S)
Maintenance and Specifications BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear, and will rise when the brake components are replaced. Fluid levels between the “MIN” and “MAX” lines are within the normal operating range, there is no need to add fluid.
Page 189 Maintenance and Specifications Changing the air filter element 1. Loosen the hose clamp on the outlet tube at the air filter housing. 2. Release the two clamps that secure the cover to the air filter housing and place the cover aside. 3.
Page 190 Maintenance and Specifications 5. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could cause filter damage and allow unmetered air to enter the engine if not properly seated.
Page 191 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it. Treadwear...
Page 192: Tire Information
Maintenance and Specifications The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. TIRES Tires are designed to give many thousands of miles of service, but they must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them.
Page 193 Maintenance and Specifications INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. 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.
Page 194 Maintenance and Specifications 7. H: Indicates the tire’s speed rating. The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods of time under a standard condition of load and inflation pressure. The tires on your vehicle may operate at different conditions for load and inflation pressure.
Page 195 Maintenance and Specifications 10. Tire Ply Composition and Material Used: Indicates the number of plies or the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire tread and sidewall. Tire manufacturers also must indicate the ply materials in the tire and the sidewall, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and others. 11.
Page 196 Maintenance and Specifications Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires “LT” type tires have some additional information than those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below: 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for service on light trucks.
Page 197 You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick type tire pressure gauge.
Page 198 Maintenance and Specifications Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tire performance and wear. Under-inflation or over-inflation may cause uneven treadwear patterns. Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or blowout , with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury.
Page 199 Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires and should be corrected by a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles, and those with an independent rear suspension require alignment of all four wheels.
Page 200 Maintenance and Specifications • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) • Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram)
Page 201 Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealership to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation.
Page 202 Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Page 203 Maintenance and Specifications Tire explosions can cause death, personal injury or property damage. Do not allow anyone to stand near, directly ahead or behind the spinning tire. Never spin the tires in excess of the 55 km/h (35 mph) point indicated on the speedometer.
Page 204: Part Numbers
Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the PCV valve. Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used.
Page 205: Refill Capacities
Maintenance and Specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Application Capacity Name Brake fluid Motorcraft High Fill to MAX line Performance on reservoir DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 3.9L-4V V8 6.2L (6.5 (includes filter 5W-20 Premium...
Page 206 Windshield Washer Concentrate Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. DOT 3 fluid is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used. Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
Page 207: Lubricant Specifications
Maintenance and Specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford part Ford part Ford name number specification Brake fluid Motorcraft High PM-1 ESA-M6C25-A Performance and DOT 3 DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Door Silicone XL-6 ESR-M13P4-A weatherstrips Lubricant Door latch, Multi-Purpose XL-4 or XL-5...
Page 208 Windshield Washer Concentrate Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. DOT 3 fluid is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used. Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not require changing unless the axle has been submerged in water.
Page 209 Maintenance and Specifications VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions mm (in) (1) Overall length 4732mm (186.3 in) (2) Overall width 1829mm (72.0 in) (3) Overall height 1323 mm (52.1 in) (4) Wheelbase 2722 mm (107.2 in) (5) Track - Front 1537 mm (60.5 in) (5) Track - Rear 1529 mm (60.2 in)
Page 210: Certification Label
Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Certification label The National Highway Traffic Safety MFD. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A. Administration Regulations require DATE: XXXXX GVWR:XXXXXXXXXXXX that a Certification label be affixed FRONT GAWR: XXXXXX/XXXXXXX REAR GAWR: XXXXXXX/XXXXXXX to a vehicle and prescribe where the THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL Certification label may be located.
Page 211 Maintenance and Specifications Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX instrument panel. (Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number.) 1.
Page 212 Maintenance and Specifications Transmission/Transaxle code designations You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle certification label which is located on the door pillar. The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents. Truck application: Code Transmission Description Manual transmission Manual 5–speed (AKK)) Manual 5–speed overdrive (Close ratio)
Page 213 Maintenance and Specifications Passenger car application: Code Transmission/Transaxle Description Front wheel drive manual transaxle 5–speed overdrive (MTX75) 5–speed overdrive (M5) Front wheel drive automatic transaxle 4–speed overdrive (4F27E) 4–speed overdrive (4FE) 3–speed (Mazda) 4–speed overdrive (AX4S) 4–speed overdrive (4F20E) 4–speed overdrive (4F50N) 4–speed overdrive (CD4E) Rear wheel drive manual transaxle 5–speed (Mazda M5)
Page 214: Accessories
In addition, each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or...
Page 215 Accessories Interior trim kits Leather wrapped steering wheels Scuff plates Speed control Lifestyle Bike racks Cargo organization and management Engine block heaters and blankets Peace of mind Airbag anti-theft locks First aid and safety kits Full vehicle covers Locking gas cap Navigation systems Remote start Vehicle security systems...
Page 216: Index
Index acid, treating emergencies ..170 jumping a disabled battery ..142 Accessory delay ......40 maintenance-free ....170 replacement, specifications ...204 Air bag supplemental restraint servicing ........170 system ........86, 94 and child safety seats ....87 BeltMinder ........81 description ......86, 94 Brakes ........111 disposal ........96 anti-lock ......111–112 driver air bag ......88, 95 indicator light .....89, 96...
Page 217 ......142 Emergency Flashers ....126 Cruise control (see Speed control) ....42 Emission control system ..185 Customer Assistance ....125 Engine ........208–209 Ford accessories for your cleaning ........159 vehicle ........163 coolant ........172 Ford Extended Service fail-safe coolant ......176 Plan ..........151 idle speed control ....170...
Page 218 Index filter, specifications ..169, 204 Head restraints ......73 recommendations ....169 Headlamps ........27 refill capacities ......205 aiming ........29 specifications ....207–208 autolamp system .......27 Exhaust fumes ......111 bulb specifications ....30 daytime running lights .....27 flash to pass ......28 Fail safe cooling ......176 replacing bulbs ......32 Floor mats ........60 turning on and off ....27...
Page 219 Index Motorcraft parts ....181, 204 Keyless entry system autolock ........68 Octane rating ......180 Keys positions of the ignition ..108 Oil (see Engine oil) ....167 Parking brake ......112 Lamps autolamp system .......27 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ..204 bulb replacement Power distribution box specifications chart ....30 (see Fuses) .......131, 134 daytime running light ....27...
Page 220 Index Safety Canopy ......94 care ..........197 changing ....136, 138, 142 Safety defects, reporting ..157 checking the pressure ....197 Safety restraints ....76–80 label .........197 belt minder .......81 replacing ........202 extension assembly ....85 rotating ........199 for adults ......77–80 safety practices .......202 for children ......96–97 sidewall information ....193 safety belt maintenance ...85 snow tires and chains ....203...
Page 221 Index Water, Driving through .....120 checking and adding fluid ..167 replacing wiper blades .....38 Windows power .........40 Wrecker towing ......148 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ..........38...

Ford THUNDERBIRD 2004 Owner's Manual

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Locks and Security

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