Ford 2002 Thunderbird Manuals

Ford 2002 Thunderbird Manuals

Manuals and User Guides for Ford 2002 Thunderbird. We have 1 Ford 2002 Thunderbird manual available for free PDF download: Owner's Manual

Ford 2002 Thunderbird Owner's Manual

Ford 2002 Thunderbird Owner's Manual (233 pages)

Ford Motor Company 2002 Ford Thunderbird Owner's Guide

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 2.52 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
1
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
4
Introduction

4
Instrument Cluster

8
- Warning and Control Lights
  8
  - Check Engine
    8
  - Check Fuel Cap
    9
  - Brake System Warning
    9
  - Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
    10
  - Transmission PRNDL Indicator
    10
  - Air Bag Readiness
    10
  - Safety Belt
    11
  - Engine Coolant Temperature
    11
  - Engine Oil Pressure
    11
  - Charging System
    11
  - Low Fuel
    12
  - Speed Control
    12
  - Low Washer Fluid
    12
  - Turn Signal
    12
  - Door Ajar
    13
  - Safety Belt Warning Chime
    13
  - Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Warning Chime
    13
  - Headlamps on Warning Chime
    13
- Gauges
  14
  - Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
    14
  - Fuel Gauge
    15
  - Speedometer
    15
  - Odometer
    15
  - Trip Odometer
    15
Entertainment Systems

16
- AM/FM Stereo in Dash Six CD Radio
  16
- Volume/Power Control
  16
- Speed Sensitive Volume
  17
- AM/FM Select
  17
- AM/FM Select in Radio Mode
  17
- AM/FM Select in CD Mode
  17
- Tune Adjust in Radio Mode
  18
- Disc Adjust for CD Mode
  18
- Seek Function in Radio Mode
  18
- Seek Function in CD Mode
  18
- Scan Function in Radio Mode
  19
- Scan Function in CD Mode
  19
- Radio Station Memory Preset
  19
- Setting Memory Preset Stations
  19
- Starting Autostore
  20
- CD Select
  20
- Display Description
  21
- Load
  21
- Auto Load
  21
- Eject
  22
- Auto Eject
  22
- Rewind
  22
- Fast Forward
  22
- Shuffle Feature
  23
- Compression Feature
  23
- Bass Adjust
  23
- Treble Adjust
  23
- Speaker Balance Adjust
  24
- Speaker Fade Adjust
  24
- Menu Mode
  24
- Radio Data System (RDS) Feature
  25
- To Activate RDS
  25
- RDS Features
  25
- Traffic Announcements
  25
- Program Type
  26
- Show
  26
- Digital Signal Processing
  26
- Mute Mode
  27
- Setting the Clock
  27
- Cleaning Compact Discs
  28
- CD Care
  28
- Radio Frequency Information
  28
- Radio Reception Factors
  29
- Audio System Warranties and Service
  29
Climate Controls

30
- Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) System
  30
- Electronic Automatic Temperature Control
  30
  - Turning the DATC System On, Single Zone Control
    31
  - DATC Automatic Operation
    32
  - Turning the DATC System On, Dual Zone Control
    32
  - Turning the System off
    32
  - DATC System AUTO Temperature Balance
    33
  - Driver Side Temperature Selection
    34
  - Fan Speed
    35
  - Passenger Side Temperature Selection
    35
  - Temperature Conversion
    35
  - A/C Control
    36
  - Recirculation Control
    36
  - Manual Override Controls
    37
  - Airflow Direction Control
    38
  - Turn DATC off
    38
  - Displaying Outside Temperature
    39
  - Electric Window Heaters
    39
  - Operating Tips
    40
  - Cabin Air Filter
    42
  - Rear Window Defroster
    42
Lights

43
- Autolamp Control
  43
- Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
  43
- Master Lighting Switch
  43
- Flash to Pass
  44
- High Beams
  44
- Panel Dimmer Control
  44
- Headlamp Vertical Aim Adjustment
  45
- Bulb Replacement
  46
- Headlamps
  46
  - Interior Lamps
    46
  - Map Lamps
    46
- Turn Signal Control
  46
Driver Controls

54
- Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
  54
- Steering Wheel Adjustment
  55
- Auxiliary Power Point
  56
- Power Windows
  56
  - One Touch down
    57
  - Accessory Delay
    57
  - Short Drop Glass
    57
  - Power Side View Mirrors
    58
  - Lockable and Electronic Trunk Remote Control
    59
  - To Turn Speed Control on
    59
  - To Turn Speed Control off
    60
  - To Set a Speed
    60
  - To Set a Higher Set Speed
    61
  - To Set a Lower Set Speed
    61
  - To Disengage Speed Control
    62
  - Steering Wheel Controls
    63
  - To Return to a Previously Set Speed
    63
  - Indicator Light
    63
  - Audio Control Features
    63
  - Convertible
    64
  - Lowering the Convertible Top
    64
  - Installation of the Tonneau Cover
    65
  - Raising the Convertible Top
    66
  - Prolonged Storage
    68
  - Convertible Top and Padded Molding Care
    68
  - Removable Top
    69
  - Installing the Removable Top
    69
  - Removing the Top
    72
  - Removable Top Storage Rack
    72
  - Center Console
    75
  - Positive Retention Floor Mat
    75
Locks and Security

76
- Keys
  76
  - Power Door Locks
    76
  - Interior Luggage Compartment Release
    76
  - Remote Entry System
    77
- Anti-Theft System
  77
  - Locking the Doors
    78
  - Unlocking the Doors
    79
  - Opening the Trunk
    79
  - Activating the Personal Alarm
    79
  - Replacing the Battery
    80
  - Replacing Lost Transmitters
    80
  - Reprogramming Transmitters
    81
  - Illuminated Entry
    81
  - Autolock/Relock
    81
  - Relock
    82
  - Deactivating/Activating the Autolock/Relock Feature
    82
  - Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
    82
  - Theft Indicator
    82
  - Automatic Arming
    83
  - Automatic Disarming
    83
  - Key Information
    83
  - Programming Spare Keys
    84
  - Perimeter Alarm System
    85
  - Arming the System
    86
  - Disarming the System
    86
Seating and Safety Restraints

87
Driving

125
- Starting
  125
  - Positions of the Ignition
    125
  - Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
    125
  - Important Safety Precautions
    126
  - Starting the Engine
    127
  - Using the Engine Block Heater (if Equipped)
    128
  - Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
    128
- Brakes
  129
  - Important Ventilating Information
    129
  - ABS Warning Lamp
    130
  - Using ABS
    130
- Traction Control
  131
  - Parking Brake
    131
  - Steering
    133
  - Automatic Transmission Operation
    133
  - Speed Sensitive Steering
    133
  - Brake-Shift Interlock
    133
  - Driving with a 5–Speed Automatic Transmission
    134
  - Understanding Gearshift Positions
    135
  - P (Park)
    135
  - R (Reverse)
    136
  - N (Neutral)
    136
  - Drive 5 (Overdrive)
    137
  - Drive 4 (Drive)
    137
  - Driving through Water
    139
- Vehicle Loading
  139
- Trailer Towing
  141
  - Preparing to Tow
    142
  - Hitches
    142
  - Safety Chains
    142
  - Trailer Brakes
    142
  - Trailer Lamps
    143
  - Driving While You Tow
    143
  - Servicing after Towing
    143
  - Trailer Towing Tips
    143
  - Recreational Towing
    144
  - Launching or Retrieving a Boat
    144
  - All Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Vehicles
    144
Roadside Emergencies

145
- Getting Roadside Assistance
  145
- Using Roadside Assistance
  145
- Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
  146
- Roadside Coverage Beyond Basic Warranty
  146
- Hazard Flasher Switch
  146
- Fuses and Relays
  147
  - Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
    148
  - Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
    148
  - Front Power Distribution Box
    151
  - Rear Power Distribution Box
    154
  - High-Current Fuses
    155
- Changing Tires
  156
  - Temporary Spare Tire Information
    156
  - Tire Change Procedure
    157
  - Anti-Theft Lug Nuts (if Equipped)
    160
- Jump Starting
  161
  - To Remove the Anti-Theft Lug Nut
    161
  - Connecting the Jumper Cables
    162
  - Removing the Jumper Cables
    164
- Wrecker Towing
  167
Customer Assistance

168
Cleaning

178
- Washing the Exterior
  178
- Waxing
  178
- Paint Chips
  179
- Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
  179
- Engine
  179
- Plastic Exterior Parts
  180
- Windows and Wiper Blades
  180
- Instrument Panel and Cluster Lens
  181
- Convertible Top and Padded Molding
  181
- Cleaning Seats Equipped with Side Air Bags
  181
- Interior Cleaning
  182
- Leather Sears
  182
- Underbody
  182
- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Car Care Products
  183
Maintenance and Specifications

184
- Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
  184
- Service Recommendations
  184
- Working with the Engine off
  184
- Opening the Hood
  185
- Working with the Engine on
  185
- 3.9L–4V V8 Engine
  186
- Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
  186
- Checking the Engine Oil
  187
- Adding Engine Oil
  188
- Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
  189
- Battery
  190
  - Checking Engine Coolant
    192
  - Adding Engine Coolant
    193
  - Coolant Refill Capacity
    196
  - Recycled Engine Coolant
    196
  - Severe Climates
    196
  - How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
    197
  - What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
    197
  - When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
    197
  - Checking and Adding Engine Cooling Fan Hydraulic Fluid
    198
- Fuel Information
  199
  - What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
    199
  - Choosing the Right Fuel
    201
  - Fuel Filler Cap
    201
  - Cleaner Air
    202
  - Fuel Quality
    202
  - Octane Recommendations
    202
  - Filling the Tank
    203
  - Fuel Filter
    203
  - Measuring Techniques
    203
  - Running out of Fuel
    203
  - Calculating Fuel Economy
    204
  - Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
    205
  - Emission Control System
    206
  - EPA Window Sticker
    206
  - Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
    207
  - Power Steering Fluid
    208
  - Checking and Adding Brake Fluid
    209
  - Air Filter Maintenance
    210
  - Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
    210
  - Changing the Air Filter Element
    211
  - Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
    212
  - Temperature a B C
    213
  - Traction AA a B C
    213
  - Treadwear
    213
  - Checking the Tire Pressure
    214
  - Servicing Your Tires
    214
  - Tire Rotation
    214
  - Replacing the Tires
    215
  - Snow Tires and Chains
    215
  - Motorcraft Part Numbers
    216
- Refill Capacities
  216
- Lubricant Specifications
  218
  - Engine Data
    220
  - Vehicle Dimensions
    220
  - Certification Label
    221
  - Identifying Your Vehicle
    221
  - Engine Number
    222
  - Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
    222
  - Accessories
    223
  - Comfort and Convenience
    223
  - Protection and Appearance Equipment
    223
  - Vehicle Security
    223
  - Index
    225

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