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Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Locks and Security Locks Anti-theft system Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Table of Contents...
Introduction CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Lincoln. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.
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Drive your new vehicle at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be used for any purpose. See your SYNC supplement for more information. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Introduction...
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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, text messaging devices and portable two-way radios. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Owner’s Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export. Refer to this Owner’s Guide for all other required information and warnings. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Introduction...
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Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) See Owner’s Guide Airbag - Front Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System...
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Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Power Steering Fluid Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Introduction Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Engine Oil...
If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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A chime will sound when there is a malfunction in the indicator light. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Instrument Cluster...
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• Red: Low Oil Pressure, Charge System, Engine Coolant Over Temperature, Door Ajar • Amber: Low Fuel Refer to Message center in this chapter. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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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 1/2 mile (0.8 km). 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
What you should know about fail-safe cooling in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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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. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
The indicator always illuminates with the highest severity rating of the warnings displayed. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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100 miles traveled (kilometers traveled by liters used), your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons: • Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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PRESS SELECT TO BEGIN SYSTEM CHECK When this message appears, press SELECT and the message center will begin to cycle through the following systems and provide a status of the item if needed. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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3. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE COMPASS display changes to COMPASS CALIBRATION COMPLETED. It will take up to five circles to complete calibration. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) 7 8 9 1011...
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DOOR AJAR — Displayed when a door is not completely closed. POWERTRAIN MALFUNCTION — Displayed when the powertrain is not operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT — Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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OIL CHANGE REQUIRED — Displayed when the oil life left reaches An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center and according to the recommended maintenance schedule. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
CD once inserted. If the ignition and audio system are off, press CD prior to inserting a disc. Do not force a disc into the system as damage could result. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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RBDS ON or OFF. Press MENU again to access Program type mode or Show Type/Name mode. (MENU must be pressed within 10 seconds to proceed to the next RBDS mode.) 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Recommended level is 1–3. SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting. Press MENU to access and setting. The level will appear in the display. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) SEL-TEXT...
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1 or TAPE 2 is playing. 11. SEEK: Press to access the next/previous radio station, tape selection or CD track. Press and hold to advance/reverse in the current CD track. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 20. On/Off/Volume: Press to turn on and off; turn to adjust the volume levels. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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CD once inserted. If the ignition and audio system are off, press CD prior to inserting a disc. Do not force a disc into the system as damage could result. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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SEL-TEXT decrease/increase the level of treble output. 7. BAL (Balance): Press BAL; then press SEL-TEXT to shift sound to the left/right speakers. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) BASS SEL-TEXT TREB BASS SEL-TEXT TREB SEL-TEXT...
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Compression: Brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level when in CD mode. Press MENU until compression status is displayed. Press compression feature when COMPRESS OFF is displayed. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems...
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11. On/Off/Volume: Push to turn on/off; turn to adjust the volume levels. Note: With the ignition and audio system off, you may press the volume control to momentarily view the clock. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) SEL-TEXT SEL-TEXT SEL-TEXT...
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• VOL: Press the up arrow to increase the volume or the down arrow to decrease the volume. • MODE: Press to cycle through AM, FM1, FM2, TAPE or CD (if equipped) modes. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems...
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10–12 hours of play to maintain good sound/operation. Don’t: • Expose tapes to direct sunlight, extreme humidity, heat or cold. • Leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being played. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Audio system warranty and service: Refer to the Warranty Guide/Customer Information Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems...
4. Rear defroster control: Removes ice and fog from the rear window. Press to turn on/off. Refer to the rear window defrost section for more information. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) modes.
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Controls the temperature on the driver side of the vehicle. 14. Fan Speed: Used to manually enable or disable the fan speed. To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
3. Turn the headlamp switch to off. 4. Turn the ignition to on and then back to off. 5. Turn the headlamp switch to the autolamp position. • At this point, the exterior lamps turn on. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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(DRL) System does not activate the 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. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface, approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away. Check your headlamp alignment at night or in a dark area so that you can see the headlamp beam pattern. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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The horizontal edge of the brighter light should touch the horizontal reference line. 6. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE. 7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
When normal condensation occurs, a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Cornering lamp License plate lamp High-mount brake lamp - Stop** Luggage compartment lamp Map lamp Visor vanity lamp - Slide on Rail system (SOR) 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Lights Trade number 9005 3457 AK...
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5. Pull the bulb straight out. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse order. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Trade number...
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The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated. 6. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse order. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Lights...
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Replacing tail lamp/brake/turn lamp bulbs The tail lamp, the brake lamp and the turn signal lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace these bulbs. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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3. Install the lamp assembly on the trunk lid with two grommets, ensuring the grommets are pushed all the way in to the trunk lid and secure with two screws. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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2. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the assembly. 3. Install the new assembly by aligning the tabs and pushing upward until it snaps in place. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight, and the headlamp control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn on after a brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage. Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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To prevent the battery from being discharged: • do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running, 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Press the left side to restore the remote seat adjustment control. Rear console radio/climate controls (if equipped) Refer to the Entertainment Systems and Climate Controls chapters for operation instructions. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
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2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
ON: Press to turn the speed control OFF: Press to turn the speed control off. Setting speed control 1. Press and release ON. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press and release SET +. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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To turn off the speed control, press OFF or turn off the ignition. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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After being programmed for garage doors, the Car2U system transmitter can be programmed to operate security devices and home lighting systems. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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• Fixed code garage door openers were produced prior to 1996. Fixed code uses the same coded signal every time. It is manually programmed by setting DIP switches for a unique personal code. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Note: Do not program the Car2U system with the vehicle in the garage. Make sure that your key is on and engine off while programming the transmitter. 1. Firmly press the two outer Car2U system buttons for 1–2 seconds, then release. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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For example, you could assign the left-most button to the garage door, the center button to a security device, and the right-most button to another garage door opener. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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When a switch is in the down, off, or – position, circle “R.” Switch position Up, on or + Middle, neutral or 0 Down, off or – L=left; M=middle; R=right 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT WARNING: Do not install additional floor mats on top of the factory installed floor mats as they may interfere with the accelerator or the brake pedals. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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The power trunk is now reset. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Perimeter alarm system in the Locks and Security chapter. FUEL DOOR RELEASE Your vehicle is equipped with a locking fuel door. To open the door, press the control located on the door. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Fuel filler door override release If the remote release is inoperative, open the trunk, then pull the override release handle located inside the trunk to open the fuel filler door. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
• If the key is turned a second time to the unlock position within five seconds, all vehicle doors will unlock. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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30 seconds. Note: Before following the procedure, make sure that the ignition is in the off position and all vehicle doors, the hood, and the decklid are closed. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors. • Move lock control up to engage the childproof lock. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Unsupervised children could lock themselves in the trunk and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security...
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33 feet (10 meters). A decrease in operating range could be caused by: • weather conditions, • nearby radio towers, • structures around the vehicle, or • other vehicles parked next to your vehicle. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) 01070305/ARTEL/GABTEL CAZ/ENG/CA/04/11/1 TRC/LPD/2004/28...
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Note: The interior lamps will turn off and the park lamps will flash, if all the closures (doors, trunk, hood) are closed. If any closure is not closed, the park lamps will not flash. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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You may also deactivate the alarm in the following ways: • Turn the ignition to the on or start positions. • Wait two minutes and 45 seconds for the alarm to time-out. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) twice...
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3. Repeat this procedure for another remote transmitter, if desired. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security...
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If the brake pedal is pressed at any time during this procedure, programming mode will be exited and the entire procedure must be repeated. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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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 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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You can program up to three personal codes to unlock your vehicle. These codes do not replace the permanent code that was provided by your authorized dealer. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) 7 8 9 0...
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NEVER leave the remote entry transmitter where it can be inadvertently activated, as someone could be seriously injured by a moving decklid. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Country Name American Samoa (USA) Bahrain Barbados Canada China Ghana Guam (USA) Jordan Kenya 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) -8,1 dBµA/m @ 10 m Type Approval Number See USA DLM/GEN/18/18/16 340/3 Vol.II CANADA: 3043104475A CMII ID:2005DJ0428...
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These objects will not cause damage to the coded key, but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security M.C/U.S.0 /5/7-12579...
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The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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(new/valet key) into the ignition. 8. Turn the ignition from the 1 (off) position to the 3 (on) position. Keep the ignition in the 3 (on) position for at least one second. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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After the 20–second pre-arm phase, the interior trim remote trunk release control and the interior trim power door unlock control are disabled, in order to further protect your vehicle. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) on the remote...
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• 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 on position. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
(4). To adjust the head restraint, do the following: 1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position. 2. Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied. To remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Adjusting the power front seats The controls for the power seats are located on the inside of each front door. WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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(SRS) section for additional details. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. Press the control to recline the seatback forward or backward. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Press to move the seat forward or backward. Press to move the front portion of the seat cushion up or down. Press to move the rear portion of the seat cushion up or down. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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When activated, they will turn off automatically when the ignition is turned to the off position. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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. The rear seat cupholder is designed to over rotate from the seat when subjected to a heavy load. The rear seat cupholder can be reset by rotating to the closed position. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Your vehicle’s Personal Safety System consists of the following items: • Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints • Front safety belts with pretensioners, energy management retractors, and safety belt usage sensors 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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This allows your Personal Safety System to distinguish between different levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of the dual-stage airbags and safety belt pretensioners. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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See Front passenger sensing system in the Airbag supplemental restraints (SRS) section of this chapter. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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• The warning light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and warning light are repaired. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. 2) Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. 2. To unfasten, press the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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To tighten the belt, pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended. WARNING: Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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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. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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If the Belt-Minder warnings have expired (warnings for approximately five minutes) for one occupant (driver or front passenger), the other occupant can still activate the Belt-Minder feature. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Then...
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3 mph (5 km/h) and more than 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on... 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Then... The Belt-Minder feature will not activate.
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“I’d rather be Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 thrown clear” times more likely to DIE. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN’T “PICK OUR CRASH”. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Belt-Minder system activated for yourself and others who may use the vehicle. To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the Belt-Minder feature while driving the vehicle. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the steering column assembly could result in severe injury or death in the event of a collision. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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(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. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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All occupants of the vehicle should always properly wear their safety belts. Ensure the child is properly restrained in an appropriate child seat or with the use of a booster. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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The front passenger sensing system is designed to meet the regulatory requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 208 and is designed to disable (will not inflate) the front passenger’s frontal airbag under certain conditions. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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• When the front passenger sensing system disables (will not inflate) the front passenger frontal airbag, the indicator lamp will illuminate and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is disabled. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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After all occupants have adjusted their seats and put on safety belts, it’s very important that they continue to sit properly. A properly seated occupant sits upright, leaning against the seat back, and centered on the 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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• Objects hanging off the seat back • Objects stowed in the seatback map pocket (if equipped) • Objects placed on the occupant’s lap • Cargo interference with the seat 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Passenger Airbag...
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• If the airbag readiness lamp remains illuminated, this may or may/not be a problem due to the front passenger sensing system. DO NOT attempt to repair or service the system; take your vehicle immediately to an authorized dealer. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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• Two crash sensors located near the side of the vehicle. Side airbags, in combination with safety belts, can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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• The readiness light (same light as for front airbag system) will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Canada at 1–800–333–0371 (http://www.tc.gc.ca). Failure to properly restrain children in safety seats made especially for their height, age, and weight may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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A safety seat that is improperly installed or utilized, is inappropriate for your child’s height, age, or weight or does not properly fit the child may increase the risk of serious injury or death. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) below by “X”...
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Ambulance office for referral to a CPST or for further information, contact your provincial ministry of transportation, your local St. John Ambulance office at http://www.sfa.ca, or Transport Canada at 1–800–333–0371 (http://www.tc.gc.ca). 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Note: Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat, the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child seat. 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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9. Attach the tether strap (if the child seat is equipped). Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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All occupants of the vehicle should always properly wear their safety belts. Ensure the child is properly restrained in an appropriate child seat or with the use of a booster. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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The LATCH system is composed of three vehicle anchor points: two (2) lower anchors located where the vehicle seat back and seat cushion meet (called the “seat bight”) and one (1) top tether anchor located behind that seating position. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Two plastic LATCH guides can be obtained at no charge from an authorized dealer. They snap onto the LATCH lower anchors in the seat 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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The seat should move less than one inch when you do this for a proper installation. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child seat. Keeping the child seat just touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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If your child restraint system is equipped with a tether strap, and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use, Ford also recommends its use. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Many state and provincial laws require that children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight, a height of 4 feet 9 inches (1.45 meters) tall, or 80 lb (36 kg). 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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In this case, move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back or head restraint and lap/shoulder belts, or consider using a high back booster seat. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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(center) to a shoulder belt uncomfortably close to the neck and a shoulder belt that could slip off the shoulder. The drawings below also show how the lap belt should be low and snug across the child’s hips. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly or child restraint system under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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• 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]. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tire performance and wear. Under-inflation or over-inflation may cause uneven treadwear patterns. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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For your safety, tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more likely to blow out or fail. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
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If you have questions regarding tire replacement, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, stops and turns • Avoid potholes and objects on the road 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
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Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide chapter) will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance and longer tire life. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
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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. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Tire manufacturers also must indicate the ply materials in the tire and the sidewall, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and others. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) ⁄...
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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. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading — with and without a trailer section. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
TPMS to continue to function properly. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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The tire pressure should be checked periodically (at least monthly) using an accurate tire gauge, refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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To restore the full functionality of the tire pressure monitoring system, have the damaged road wheel/tire repaired and remounted on your vehicle. For additional information, refer to Changing tires with TPMS in this section. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Tire(s) light under-inflated Spare tire in TPMS malfunction 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Customer action required 1. Check your tire pressure to ensure tires are properly inflated; refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter.
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If the low tire pressure warning light is on, visually check each tire to verify that no tire is flat. (If one or more tires are flat, 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
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GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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GVWR and GAWR limitations. WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
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(12 x 100) = 1,400 - 440 - 1,200 = - 240 lb. No, you do not have enough cargo capacity to carry that much weight. In metric units, the 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper; use a load carrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10–15% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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• Use a lower gear to eliminate excessive shifting and assist in transmission cooling. For additional information, refer to Automatic transmission operation in the Driving chapter. • Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached; anticipate stops and brake gradually. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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• Do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. • Do not allow waves to break higher than 6 in (15 cm) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
(4) wheels off the ground such as when using a car-hauling trailer. Otherwise, no recreational towing is permitted. In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
WARNING: 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. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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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. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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0°F to 32°F (-18°C to 0°C), you may experience increased cranking times, rough idle or hesitation until the engine has warmed up. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting and allows the heater/defroster system to respond quickly. If your vehicle 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) ethanol.
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• Be sure that areas where the vehicle is parked are clean and clear of all combustibles such as petroleum products, dust, rags, paper and similar items. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Refer to Brake system warning light in the Warning lights and chimes section of the Instrument Cluster chapter for information. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) BRAKE...
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ABS will be activated immediately, thus allowing you to retain steering control of your vehicle and, providing there is sufficient space, will enable you to avoid obstacles and bring the vehicle to a controlled stop. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
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The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned to the on position) until the parking brake is fully released. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) BRAKE BRAKE...
The system will allow your vehicle to make better use of available traction in these conditions. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
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To help 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. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
This system keeps the rear of your vehicle at a constant level by automatically adding air or releasing air from the springs. If you exceed the load limit, the rear air suspension may not operate. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. If the fuse is not blown, perform the following procedure: 1. Apply the parking brake, turn the ignition to accessory. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
To put your vehicle in gear: • Start the engine • Press the brake pedal • Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
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• 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. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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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. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
• winch out – available within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of a paved or county maintained road, no recoveries. • towing – Ford/Mercury/Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles (56 km) of the disablement location or to the nearest authorized dealer.
Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. In Canada, the card is found in the Warranty Guide in the glove compartment. U.S. Ford, Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers who require Roadside Assistance, call 1-800-241-3673. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-665-2006.
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. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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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. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) COLOR...
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The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 7.5A 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Protected Circuits Starter relay coil Restraint control module (RCM), Occupant classification sensor (OCS), Passenger airbag deactivation indicator (PADI)
Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 7.5A 7.5A 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Protected Circuits Power decklid module (PDM), Overdrive cancel switch, Cluster, Compass module, LCM, Traction control switch Door lock switch illumination, Heated seat switch illumination,...
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If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
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10A* 20A* 20A* 15A* 30A* 20A* 15A* 20A* 15A* 20A* 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Protected Circuits Ignition switch Rear heated seats Powertrain control module (PCM) keep alive power and canister vent Fuel relay feed...
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40A** 20A** 30A** 20A** 30A** 20A** 20A** 20A** 30A** 20A** — 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Protected Circuits Rear air suspension module (RASM) Stop lamp switch Lumbar, Fuel door Heated seats Not used...
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Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage to the TPMS sensors, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Replace the spare 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above, do not: • Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) • Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label • Tow a trailer 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
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When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional caution should be given to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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1. Remove the carpeted wheel cover located on the right-hand side, next to the wheel well. 2. Remove the wing nut/bolt assembly that secures the spare tire and jack by turning it counterclockwise. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Full size spare (if equipped) 1. Remove the carpeted wheel cover. 2. Remove the wing nut/bolt assembly that secures the spare tire by turning it counterclockwise. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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WARNING: When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the vehicle is in P (Park). 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Insert and twist the handle, then pry against the wheel. 3. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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(B -triangle). • Position the jack according to the following guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Bolt size ⁄ x 20 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Wheel lug nut torque* ft-lb...
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the automatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Note: Do not attach the negative (-) cable to fuel lines, engine rocker covers, the intake manifold or electrical components as grounding points. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. Note: In the illustration, the vehicle on the bottom is used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
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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. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the gear shift lever into N (Neutral). • Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h). • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorized Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction.
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• The vehicle’s current odometer reading In some states, you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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You are required to submit your warranty dispute to BBB AUTO LINE before asserting in court any rights or remedies conferred by California Civil Code Section 1793.22(b). You are also required to use BBB AUTO 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Program Summary Guidelines. You can get more information by calling BBB AUTO LINE at 1-800-955-5100, or writing to: BBB AUTO LINE 4200 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 800 Arlington, Virginia 22203–1833 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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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 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate to any of the above locations, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) and new address with Ford Motor Company Export Operations. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Transport Canada, using their toll-free number: 1–800–333–0510, or online at: https://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/PCDB-BDPP/Index.aspx. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
• Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface. WAXING • Wash the vehicle first. • Use a quality wax that does not contain abrasives. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Cleaning...
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• Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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• For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42). 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Cleaning...
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• Avoid cleaners or polishes that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54). • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14). In Canada, use Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner (CXC-101). 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Cleaning...
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(IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle is equipped with seating covered in premium, top-grain leather which is extremely durable, but still requires special care and maintenance in order to ensure longevity and comfort. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Cleaning...
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Cleaning FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located in the grille. 3. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Engine oil dipstick (access behind air tube) 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Power distribution box 10. Battery 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Note: Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
2. Turn the engine off and wait up to 15 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. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal operating range, add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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• If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
• Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C). • Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). • Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Proper function of calibrated gauges. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) RECYCLE...
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If coolant is filled to the COLD FILL RANGE or FULL COLD level when the engine is not cool, the system will remain underfilled. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred. The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load and terrain. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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WARNING: Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. WARNING: Fuel ethanol and gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Ethanol.” To identify if your vehicle is an FFV, it may be equipped with a yellow fuel cap with the text “E85/Gasoline”, or check if there is a label on the fuel filler door. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. WARNING: 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. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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CHECK FUEL CAP message comes on, the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed. The light or message can come on after several driving events after you’ve refueled your vehicle. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle. Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds, including manganese-based additives. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) or CHECK or CHECK FUEL light to turn on as well.
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Fuel quality Unleaded gasoline engines If you experience starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start, try a different brand of “Regular” unleaded gasoline. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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1 gallon (3.8L) may be required. • The service engine soon information on the service engine soon Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) indicator may come on. For more...
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Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent. Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading (in miles or kilometers). 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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• You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between the top gears occurs. Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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• Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal. • Close windows for high speed driving. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing Some state/provincial and local governments may have Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs to inspect the emission control 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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H and C). 2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) indicator is on or not working...
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(approximately 20 miles [30 km]). If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic during hot 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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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]). 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the air filter element listed. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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All motor vehicles and their components were engineered and tested for reliable, regular driving. Long term storage under various conditions may lead to component degradation or failure unless specific precautions are taken to preserve the components. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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30 days. Follow the instructions on the additive label. The vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to circulate the additive throughout the fuel system. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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• Check brake pedal operation. Drive the vehicle 15 ft (4.5 meters) back and forth to remove rust build up. • Check fluid levels (including coolant, oil and gas) to make sure there are no leaks, and fluids are at recommended levels. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) 4.6L V8 engine...
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Ignition system Coil on plug Spark plug gap 0.052–0.056 inch (1.32–1.42 mm) Compression ratio Engine drivebelt routing 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) 4.6L FFV V8 engine 87 octane or ethanol (E-85) 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 Coil on plug 0.041–0.047 inch...
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Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel. Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX...
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TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Description Four-speed automatic (4R75E) 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Code...
Accessories LINCOLN CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Lincoln Custom Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Lincoln or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle.
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• Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Accessories...
BaseCare – Covers 84 components. PowertrainCare – Covers 29 critical components. Ford ESP is honored by all Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Dealers in the U.S. and Canada It’s the only extended service plan authorized and backed by Ford Motor Company. That means you get: •...
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• Wiper blades • Spark plugs (except California) • Clutch disc Contact your selling Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealership today so they can customize a Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving lifestyle and budget. Interest free finance options available...
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Ford Extended Service Plan that is right for you. NOTE: Repairs performed outside of Canada and the United States are not eligible for Ford ESP coverage. This information is subject to change. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Every manufacturer develops these systems using different specifications and performance features. That’s why it’s important to rely upon your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership to properly diagnose and repair your vehicle. Ford Motor Company has recommended maintenance intervals for various parts and component systems based upon engineering testing.
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Lincoln Mercury dealership for all your vehicle’s needs. Get the most from your service and maintenance visits There are a lot of reasons why visiting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership for all your service needs is a great way to help keep your vehicle running great.
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These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company’s specifications, and we stand behind them. Parts installed at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership carry a nationwide, 12 months, 12,000 mile (20,000 km) parts and labor limited warranty. Your dealer can give you details.
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This can help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every scheduled maintenance interval to help ensure your vehicle keeps running great. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Inspect clutch operation, if equipped. Be sure to ask your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership service advisor or technician about the multi-point vehicle inspection. It’s a comprehensive way to perform a thorough inspection of your vehicle. It’s your checklist that gives you immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle.
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Scheduled Maintenance Guide NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG The following section contains the “Normal Schedule”. This schedule is presented at specific mileage (kilometer) intervals with exceptions noted. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Initial replacement at 105,000 miles (160,000 km) or 72 months; every 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or 36 months thereafter Perform a follow-up inspection at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Scheduled Maintenance Guide SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding Special Operating Conditions listed below, you will need to have some items maintained more frequently. If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additional maintenance.
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Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) – Replace fuel filter (Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis and Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) – Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80 Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) – Replace spark plugs. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) –...
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Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) – Replace fuel filter. Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) – Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80 Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) – Replace spark plugs. 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) –...
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61 hours, a 5,000 mile (8,000 km) oil change interval will have been reached: 3,000 road miles (4,800 road km) + (61 idle hours x 33 miles [53 km]/idle hour) = 5,013 miles (8,067 km). 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km) – Change manual transmission fluid. Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only) Every oil change interval – If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) –...
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❑ If operating conditions are normal and you drive your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under typical, everyday conditions and you are using an API performance category oil of SL or later (for example SM, etc.) then you can follow the 7,500 mile (12,000 km) normal service oil change intervals schedule.
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Engine coolant ❑ 6 years or 105,000 miles (168,000 km) - change coolant (whichever comes first). ❑ After initial change - change coolant every 3 years or 45,000 miles (72,000 km). 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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...217 Ordering additional owner’s literature ...223 Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...221 Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ...43 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Defrost rear window ...41 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...261 engine oil ...237 Driving under special conditions ...191...
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Fuses ...195–196 Garage door opener ...62 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...251 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...255 Gauges ...16 Hazard flashers ...194 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Index Headlamps ...42 aiming ...44 autolamp system ...42 bulb specifications ...47...
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...59 heated ...59 programmable memory ...79 side view mirrors (power) ...58 Motorcraft parts ...232, 248, 267 Octane rating ...253 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Oil (see Engine oil) ...237 Parking brake ...184 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...267...
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What Maintenance Schedule Should You Follow? ...282 Seats ...90 child safety seats ...131 cleaning ...230 easy access/easyout feature ...98 heated ...97 2011 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Index memory seat ...79, 99 SecuriCode keyless entry system ...82 SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ...84...