Ford 1998 Crown Victoria manual

Before driving Introduction 2 Instrumentation 3 Controls and features 23 Seating and safety restraints 58 Starting and driving Starting 78 Driving 83 Roadside emergencies 95 Servicing Maintenance and care 109 Capacities and specifications 145 Reporting safety defects 151 Index 152 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechan[...]

ICONS Indicates a warning. Read the following section on W arnings for a full explanation. Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow . Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment. W ARNINGS[...]

Instrumentation 3[...]

BAS SEEK TUNE VOL - PUSH ON HI LO F S OFF E CHECK ENGINE AIR SUSP OD OFF BRAKE TEMP OIL VOLTS FUEL MPH km/h 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 10 0 11 0 12 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 H H L C F H L < FUEL FILL DOOR NORM A/C MAX A/C OUTSIDE TEMP 12 CD AM FM R.DEF . AUTO LAMP 0FF PANEL DIM PUSH INTERIOR P R N D 2 1 OFF ON RSM SET ACC COAST Drive[...]

S VENT FLOOR FLR • DEF DEF HI LO AUTOMATIC OFF F AUTO REW SIDE 1-2 FF SCAN EJ TREB BAL FADE 3456 f w DOLBY B NR FM1 ST CLK TAPE AMS HM Electronic sound system (pg. 33) Passenger side air bag (pg. 68) Climate control systems (pg. 25) Clock (pg. 33) Instrumentation 5[...]

W ARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster Low fuel Illuminates when the fuel tank has approximately eight liters (two gallons) remaining. The lamp will also illuminate when the ignition key is turned to ON and the engine is off. E LOW FUEL CHECK ENGINE AIR SUSP OD OFF BRAKE AIR BAG TEMP OIL VOL TS FUEL MPH k[...]

Check engine Y our vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’ s emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD II). This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the service[...]

Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter . Y ou should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity . Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter , th[...]

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is off. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. W ith the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless[...]

Engine oil pressure (if equipped) Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately . Check the oil level and add oil if needed. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Care chapter . This lamp also illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON and th[...]

O/D off Illuminates when the transmission control switch has been pushed. When the light is on, the transmission does not shift into overdrive. If the light does not come on when the transmission control switch is depressed or if the light flashes when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced. T raction Control Y active (if equipped) Flashes whe[...]

Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (and the key is not in the ignition) and either front door is opened. T urn signal chime Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn. GAUGES Standard instrument cluster gauges Optional instrument cluster gauges Fuel gauge Disp[...]

amount of reserve fuel in the tank. When refueling the vehicle from empty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel. • Standard instrument cluster • Optional instrument cluster Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. • Standard instrument cluster E FUEL F F E / [...]

• Optional instrument cluster Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. • Standard instrument cluster • Optional instrument cluster Refer to Electronic Message Center for information on how to switch the display from metric to English measurements. km / h MPH km S MPH km/h 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 10 0 11 0 12 0 20 40 [...]

T rip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. T o reset, depress the control. Refer to electronic message center for T rip A and T rip B features on the optional instrument cluster . Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating temperature, the needle remains within [...]

• Optional instrument cluster This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level or mixture, the gauge indication will not be accurate. Battery voltage gauge (if equipped) This gauge shows the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. If the pointer moves and[...]

chapter). If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician. ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER The electronic message center only works when the ignition is in the ON position. The message center allows you to: • see problems such as door ajar , air suspension, trunk ajar , washer fluid low • see how[...]

E/M Press this control to switch the electronic instrument cluster display and the message center display from metric to English units. Select Each press of the SELECT control will select a different function. Press the right side of the control to advance the function to the right, and press the left side of the control to advance the function to [...]

Remember to turn the ignition OFF when refueling your vehicle. Otherwise, the display will not show the addition of fuel for a few miles. At least 9.5 liters (2.5 gallons) of fuel must be added for the fuel gauge to immediately show the new fuel level. The DTE function will flash for 5 seconds and sound a tone for 1 second when you have approximate[...]

Press the RESET control while A VG ECON is displayed to reset the function. The average displayed is the average since the last reset. INST ECON (instantaneous fuel economy) Select this function to calculate the instantaneous fuel economy of your running vehicle. For example, you can see what your fuel economy is in heavy traffic or on an open high[...]

A VG SPEED (average speed) Select this function to display your average speed in miles per hour or kilometers per hour . Y our vehicle must be moving to calculate your average speed. When your vehicle is not moving, the average speed is displayed at 0 kilometers (0 miles) per hour . Message center indicator lights Check air suspension Briefly illum[...]

Low washer fluid Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON and will stay on when the windshield washer fluid is low . Trunk ajar If the trunk is not completely closed, this light comes on when you turn the ignition to ON. W ith the ignition ON, this light will flash five times and sound a tone for one second, then remain on (if the [...]

P ANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlight and parklamp operation. • Push up to brighten. • Push down to dim. HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking lamps only . Rotate to the second position to also turn on the headlamps. High beams Push forward[...]

Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control. The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a preselected period of time after the ignition switch is turned to OFF . • T o turn autolamps on, rotate the control counterclock[...]

The defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the OFF position. T o manually turn off the defroster before ten minutes have passed, push the control again. CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Manual heating and air conditioning system (if equipped) Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.[...]

Under normal conditions, your vehicle’ s climate control system should be left in any position other than MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” through the outside air inlet duct. • MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. MAX A/C is noisier than NORM A/C but more economical and will cool [...]

• T o prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’ t drive with the climate control system in the OFF position. • Don’t put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats. • Remove any snow , ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield). • If your vehicle has been par[...]

Turning the EA TC on Press AUTOMA TIC, any of the override controls or the fan speed control. The EA TC will only operate when the ignition is in the ON position. Turning the EA TC off Press OFF . The Outside T emperature function will continue to operate until the ignition is turned off. Automatic operation Press AUTOMA TIC and select the desired [...]

T emperature selection The display window indicates the selected temperature, function (AUTO or one of the override controls) and manual control of fan speed ( ) if automatic fan speed is not desired. T o control the temperature, select any temperature between 18°C (65°F) and 29°C (85°F) by pressing the blue (cooler) or red (warmer) buttons. Fo[...]

Fan speed ( ) When AUTOMA TIC is pressed, fan speed is adjusted automatically for existing conditions. Y ou can override fan speed at any time. T o control fan speed manually , use the thumbwheel to cancel automatic fan speed operation. Rotate the thumbwheel up for higher fan speed or down for lower fan speed. The display will show to indicate manu[...]

economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster . Airflow is from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. • NORM A/C-Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. The temperature display will remain the same and air will be cooled based on the selected temperature. It is[...]

Displaying outside temperature Press OUTSIDE TEMP to display the outside air temperature. It will be displayed until OUTSIDE TEMP is pressed again. If the selected temperature is changed while the outside temperature is displayed, the new temperature will be displayed for four seconds after it is changed, then the outside temperature will return to[...]

• Remove any snow , ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield). • If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather , the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three minutes with the windows open. This will force most of the hot, stale air out of the v[...]

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal. The flash rate of the turn signal will speed up considerably if the Lighting Control Module detects a left or right turn lamp bulb (front or rear) is burned out. WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper control to t[...]

POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1. ACCESSORY , allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal. 3. OFF , shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel. 4. ON, all electrical circuit[...]

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) T o turn speed control on • Press ON. V ehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km/h (30 mph). Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery , or unpaved. Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neutral) with the speed control on. T o turn [...]

T o set a speed • Press SET ACC/SET ACCEL. For speed control to operate, the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 48 km/h (30 mph). If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or faster than the set speed. This is normal. Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it in[...]

Y ou can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed. T o set a lower set speed • Press and hold CST/COAST . Release the control when the desired speed is reached or • Press and release CST/COAST . Each press will de[...]

Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed. T o return to a previously set speed • Press RES/RSM/RESUME. For RES/RSM/RESUME to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph). Indicator light This light comes on when either the SET ACC/SET ACCEL or RES/RSM/RESUME controls are pressed. It turns off when the speed c[...]

When programming your HomeLink t Universal T ransmitter , you will be operating the garage door or gate. Be sure that people and objects are out to the way to prevent potential harm or damage. Do not use the HomeLink t Universal T ransmitter with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U.S. federal safety s[...]

Note to Canadian residents During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds which may not be long enough to program the HomeLink t Universal T ransmitter . If you are programming from one of these hand-held transmitters: • continue to hold the control on the HomeLink t Universal T ransmitter •[...]

2. Press the training control on the garage door opener receiver until the training light (next to the control) begins to flash (1-2 seconds). 3. Press the programmed HomeLink t control in the vehicle until the training light on the garage door receiver turns solid (1-2 seconds). Release the HomeLink t control and repress to turn off the training l[...]

Press the control to turn the mirror on or off. The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R (Reverse)(when the mirror is on) to ensure a bright clear view when backing up. ELECTRONIC COMPASS (IF EQUIPPED) The compass reading will remain accurate during most driving conditions. Unknown to the driver ,[...]

Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which compass zone you are in by referring to the zone map. 2. W ith the compass display turned on, press and hold the COMP side of the control until the zone selection number appears in the mirror display window . 3. Release the COMP side of the control, then press it down again. 4. Continue to press until your[...]

Compass calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines. 1. Start the vehicle. 2. Press and hold the COMP side of the control for approximately six seconds until “C” appears in the mirror display . 3. Drive the vehicle slowly (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]) in circles or on your everyd[...]

• Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open. Express down • Press AUTO and release quickly . The window will open fully . Depress again to stop window operation. Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows. T o lock out all the window controls except for the driver’ s press the right sid[...]

POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) Press U to unlock all doors and L to lock all doors. POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS The ignition must be in ACC or ON position to adjust the power side view mirrors. T o adjust your mirrors: 1. Select L to adjust the left mirror or R to adjust the right mirror . 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirro[...]

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door . Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for b[...]

Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock the driver’ s door . The interior lamps will illuminate. Press the control a second time within five seconds to unlock all doors. Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors. The horn will chirp and the parklamps/taillamps will flash to confirm the control was pressed. This feature can b[...]

Autolock This feature automatically locks all doors when: • all vehicle doors are closed • the ignition is in the ON position • you shift into or through R (Reverse) • the brake pedal is released. Relock The autolock feature repeats when: • any door is opened and closed • the brake pedal is released. Deactivating/activating the autolock[...]

Opening the trunk Press the control once to open the trunk. Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your vehicle. Failure to latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out of the trunk or block the rear view . Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate the alarm. T o deactivate the alarm, press the control again or turn[...]

The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control or • any door is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the last door is closed or after 10 minutes if the door is left open. Replacing the battery The transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithium battery C[...]

Replacing lost transmitters T ake all your vehicle’ s transmitters to your dealer for reprogramming if: • a transmitter is lost or • you want to purchase additional transmitters (up to four may be programmed). SECURILOCK Y ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM The SecuriLock y anti-theft system provides an advanced level of vehicle theft protection. Y our vehicl[...]

Theft indicator The theft indicator on top of the instrument panel will operate as follows: • When the ignition is OFF , the theft indicator will flash briefly every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock y system is protecting your vehicle. • When the ignition is turned to RUN or ST ART , the theft indicator will light for 3 seconds and then go [...]

3. W ithin five seconds of turning the ignition to OFF , insert the second previously programmed SecuriLock y key into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to RUN (maintain ignition in RUN for at least one second but no more than 5 seconds). 4. T urn the ignition to OFF and remove the second SecuriLock y key from the ignition. 5. W ithin 10 [...]

The factory-set code is located: • on the owner’ s wallet card in the glove compartment • taped to the computer module When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation. Programming your own entry code 1. Enter the factory-set code (keypad will illuminate when pressed). 2. Pre[...]

Unlocking the doors and releasing the trunk with the keyless entry system T o unlock the driver door , enter either the factory-set code or personal code (each digit pressed within 5 seconds of prior digit). The interior lamps will illuminate. T o unlock all doors, enter the factory-set code or personal code (driver door unlocks) and press 3/4 with[...]

SEA TING Head restraints Push or pull the head rests to the desired position. Front seats Never adjust the driver’ s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across [...]

Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Using the manual recline function (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’ s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips[...]

Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Press the control to recline the seatback forward or backward (if equipped). Press to move the seat forward or backward. Press to move the front portion o[...]

Press to move the rear portion of the seat cushion up or down. Adjusting the power seats – seat mounted controls Never adjust the driver’ s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. The power seat controls are located on the side of the driver’ s seat. Press to raise or lower the seat, or to move the seat forward or backward. Using the pow[...]

T o prevent the risk of injury , make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver , should always properly wear their safety belts, even [...]

2. T o unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front and rear seat passenger outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below: V ehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal[...]

How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the au[...]

Front safety belt height adjustment Y our vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and front passenger . Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder . T o lower the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the height control down. T o raise the height of the shoulder belt, slid[...]

Insert the tongue into the correct buckle. T o lengthen the belt, turn the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle. T o tighten the belt, pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips. Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use. Safety belt extension assembly[...]

Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’ s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position... The safety belt warning light illuminates for one to two minutes and the warning chime sounds for four to eight seconds. The driver’ s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the w[...]

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENT AL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air [...]

Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the airbag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably . • Recline the seat one or two notches from the upright position. The right front passenger air bag is not designed to restrain occupants in the center front seating position. Do not [...]

How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work? The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains sufficient longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation. The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wro[...]

Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. If the air bag is inflated, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately . If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. The SRS consists of: • driver and passenger air bag mo[...]

Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your local dealership or qualified technician. Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel. SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children. Also see Air[...]

Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle. T o improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford recommends use of a belt-positioning booster seat that is labelled as conforming to all Federal motor vehicle safety standards. Belt-positioning booster seats raise the ch[...]

• Place seat back in upright position. • Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to Automatic locking mode. Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage. For more information on top tether straps, re[...]

2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together . 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together , route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’ s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for th[...]

5. T o put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard. 6. Allow the belt to retract. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode. 7. Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buck[...]

Installing a child safety seat in the center rear seating position with adjustable lap belt 1. Lengthen the lap belt. T o lengthen the belt, hold the tongue so that its bottom is perpendicular to the direction of webbing while sliding the tongue up the webbing. 2. Place the child safety seat in the center seating position. 3. Route the tongue and w[...]

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the ignition system. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator before or during starting. Only use the accele[...]

2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 3. Make sure the parking brake is set. 4. Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 5. T urn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (ST ART). BRAKE HOOD 1 2 3 4 5 Starting 79[...]

Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly . If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver’ s safety belt is fastened, the light ( ) will not illuminate. E LOW FUEL CHECK ENGINE AIR SUSP OD OFF BRAKE AIR BAG TEMP OIL VOL TS FUEL MPH km/h 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 10 0 11 0 12 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 16[...]

ST ARTING THE ENGINE 1. T urn the key to 5 (ST ART) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine starts. The key will return to 4 (ON). 2. If the temperature is above 12° C (10° F) and the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try , turn the key to OFF , wait ten seconds and try again. 3. If the temper[...]

Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. T ake precautions to avoid its dangerous effects. If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately . Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. These fumes are harmful a[...]

BRAKES Y our brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the “Service Guide” for scheduled maintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate a performance concern with the vehicle’ s brake system. In normal operation, automotive brake systems may emit occasional or intermittent squeal or groan noises when the brakes are applie[...]

ABS warning lamp The ABS warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates for about five seconds when starting the vehicle. If an ABS fault is detected, the light will remain on, the ABS system is disabled with normal braking still effective, and your vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible. Normal braking is still effective unless the BRA[...]

The parking brake is not designed to stop a moving vehicle. However , if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency . Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the vehicle’ s stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected. Y our vehicl[...]

The T raction Control y system will allow your vehicle to make better use of available traction on slippery surfaces. The system is a driver aid which makes your vehicle easier to handle primarily on snow and ice covered roads. During T raction Control y operation you may hear an electric motor type of sound coming from the engine compartment and t[...]

Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme left for more than a few seconds when the engine is running. This action could damage the power steering pump. Speed sensitive steering The steering in your vehicle is speed sensitive. At high speeds, steering assist will decrease to improve steering feel. At lower speeds, maneuverab[...]

T RANSMISSION OPERATION Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift from being moved from P (Park) unless the brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift out of P (Park) with the brake pedal depressed: 1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key to LOCK, then remov[...]

Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from position to position. If you do not hold the brake pedal down, your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. P (Park) Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P (Park). Make sure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). This position locks the transmission a[...]

Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the gearshift lever . The transmission control indicator light (TCIL) will illuminate on the instrument cluster . Drive Not shown on the display . Activate by pressing the transmission control switch on the gearshift lever with the gearshift in the Drive position. The O/D O[...]

Overdrive. Selecting 1 (Low) at higher speeds causes the transmission to shift to a lower gear , and will shift to 1 (Low) after vehicle decelerates to the proper speed. V EHICLE LOADING Before loading a vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms: • Base Curb W eight : W eight of the vehicle including any standard equipment, fluids, l[...]

The amount of weight your loaded trailer should be no more than 907 kg (2 000 lbs.). Do not exceed the GVWR or the GA WR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. T owing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight could result in engine damage, transmission/axle damage, structural damage, loss of control, and persona[...]

Trailer lamps T railer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure your trailer lamps conform to local and Federal regulations. See your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps. Driving while you tow Do not drive faster than 88 km/h (55 mph) when towing a trailer . Speed control ma[...]

Launching or retrieving a boat When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval, • Do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper and • Do not allow waves to break higher than 15 cm (six inches) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper . Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter critical ve[...]

HAZARD LIGHTS CONTROL Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown, approaching danger , etc. The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is off. • The hazard lights control is located on top of the steering column. • Depress hazard lights control to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously . • Depress control ag[...]

The fuel pump shut-off switch is located on the left side of the trunk behind the trunk liner . FUSES AND RELA YS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. Always replace a [...]

Standard fuse amperage rating and color Fuse rating Color 5 amp T an 7.5 amp Brown 10 amp Red 15 amp Light blue 20 amp Y ellow 20 amp fuse link Light blue 25 amp Natural 30 amp Light green 30 amp fuse link Pink 40 amp fuse link Green 50 amp fuse link Red 60 amp fuse link Y ellow 80 amp fuse link Black 100 amp fuse link Dark blue Passenger compartme[...]

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 1 15A Brake Pedal Position (BPP) Switch, Multi-Function Switch, Speed Control 2 30A W iper Control Module, W indshield W iper Motor 3 — Not Used 4 15A Lighting Control Module, Main Light Switch 5 15A Backup Lamps, V ariable Assist Power Steering (V APS), T urn Signals[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 8 15A Lighting Control Module, Power Mirrors, P A TS Module, Keyless Entry , Clock Memory , Electronic Automatic T emperature Control (EA TC), Power W indows, Police Spot Light, SecuriLock 9 30A Blower Motor , A/C-Heater Mode Switch 10 10A Air Bag Module 11 5A Radio 12 18A CB Lighting Control Module, [...]

The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 1 20A* Electric Fuel Pump Relay 2 30A* Generator , Starter Relay , Fuses 15 and 18 3 25A* Radio, CD Changer , Subwoofer Amplifier 4 30A* Police Power Relay 5 15A* Horn Relay 6 20A* DRL Module 7 20A CB Power door Locks, Power Seats, T runk Lid Release 8 30A*[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 10 50A** See Fuses 1, 2, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13 and Circuit Breaker 14 11 40A** See Fuses 4, 8, 16 and Circuit Breaker 12 12 30A** PCM Power Relay , PCM, Natural Gas V ehicle Module 13 50A** High Speed Cooling Fan Relay 14 40A** Rear W indow Defrost Relay , Also see Fuse 17 15 50A** Anti-Lock Brake Module 1[...]

If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not follow these precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to lose control of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself or others. When driving with the temporary spare tire do not: • exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) under any circumstances • load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating lis[...]

Reinstalling the anti-theft lug nut 1. Insert the key over the locking lug nut. 2. Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and apply pressure on the key with the wrench. 3. Install the lug nut. Tire change procedure T o prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in both directions) th[...]

On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. Refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter for more information. 6. Put the jack in the jack notch next to the door closest to the tire you are changing. T urn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is comple[...]

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Do not push start your vehicle. Y ou could damage the catalytic converter . Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin, eyes, and clothing. Preparing your vehicle Also see [...]

Connecting the jumper cables 1. Position the vehicles so that they do not touch one another . 2. Switch off the engine. Switch off any unnecessary electrical equipment. 3. Connect the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery (1) to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery (2). 4. Connect one end of the second lead to the negative (-)[...]

Removing the jumper cables 1. Remove the jumper cables in reverse order . T ake the cable off the metallic engine surface (1) first, followed by the cable on the negative (-) booster battery terminal (2). 2. Remove the cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery (3) and then the discharged battery (4). 3. After the disabled vehicle [...]

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or , if you are a member , your roadside assistance center . It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with slingbelt equipment. Ford Motor Company has not developed or approved a T -hook or slingbelt to[...]

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS T o help you service your vehicle: • W e highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. • W e provide a “Service Guide” which makes tracking routine service easy . If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide necessary parts and service. Check your “W arran[...]

Working with the engine on 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly . Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release hand[...]

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.6L SOHC V8 engine 1. Brake fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. W indshield washer fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Battery 9. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 9 1 2 3 6 5 7 8 4 Maintenance and[...]

ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the 9 Service Guide 9 for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. T urn the engine off and wait a few 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[...]

• If the oil level is below the MIN mark, add enough oil to raise the level within the MIN-MAX range. • Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, [...]

Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, oil treatments or engine treatments. They are unnecessary and could, under certain conditions, lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty . Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the “Service Guide”. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcr[...]

2. Visually inspect the fluid level. 3. If necessary , add brake fluid until the level reaches MAX. Do not fill above this line. 4. Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid certified to meet Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications chapter . Brake fluid is toxic. If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3, you[...]

ENGINE COOLANT Check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir . Refer to the “Service Guide” for service interval schedules. Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter . If the engine coolant has not been checked at the above recommended interval, the engine coolant reservoir may become empty [...]

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. If you must remove the coolant reservoir cap, follow these steps to avoid personal injury: 1. Before you remove the cap, turn the engine off and let it cool. 2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the cap. Slowly turn cap counterclockwise until pressure begins[...]

For vehicles with green coolant, not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant which meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44–A, and use of such coolant may harm engine and cooling system components. For vehicles with orange coolant, no recycling process has been approved at this time and use of such coolant may harm engine and cooling system co[...]

How fail-safe cooling works • Standard cluster • Optional cluster If the engine overheats, the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine. When this occurs: • if your vehicle is equipped with analog gauges, the engine coolant temperature gauge will move t[...]

• the symbol will begin to flash. • if your vehicle is equipped with digital gauges, the gauge bars will flash and a tone will sound continuously for thirty seconds. • the engine will completely shut down, causing steering and braking effort to increase. Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. T ake your vehicle to a [...]

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the “Service Guide” for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary , use only MERCON t AT F . 1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center[...]

T RANSMISSION FLUID Checking and adding automatic transmission fluid Follow the scheduled service intervals outlined in the “Service Guide.” Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and/or dipstick handle and also in the Lubricant specifications section in the Capa[...]

If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer , the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow the fluid to cool before checking. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake. 2. W ith the parking brake engaged and your foot on [...]

BATTERY Y our vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service. However , for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check the battery electrolyte level. Refer to the “Service Guide” for the service interval schedules. If the electrolyte level in th[...]

When lifting a plastic-cased battery , excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery . Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. A [...]

• Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner . Follow your local standards for disposal. Call your local recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries. WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check the wiper blades at least twice a year or when they seem less effective. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax tre[...]

INFORMA TION ABOUT TIRE QUALITY GRADES New vehicles are fitted with tires that have their T ire Quality Grade (described below) molded into the tire’ s sidewall. These T ire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of T ransportation has set. T ire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenge[...]

T emperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’ s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire li[...]

• Four tire rotation (for vehicles with aluminum wheels) • Five tire rotation (for vehicles with steel wheels and full size spare tires) Maintenance and care 129[...]

Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads. Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it easier to lose control and roll over . T ires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’ s original tires may also affect the accuracy of your speedometer [...]

• Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not use tire chains on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fu[...]

• A void inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation. In severe cases, excessive or prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury . • A void getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove contact lenses (if worn), fl[...]

Octane recommendations Y our vehicle is designed to use “Regular” unleaded gasoline with an (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87. W e do not recommend gasolines labeled as “Regular” that are sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas. Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly . However , if it knocks heavily und[...]

Running out of fuel A void running out fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components. If you have run out of fuel: • Y ou may need to crank the engine several times before the system starts to pump fuel from the tank to the engine. • Y our “Check Engine” light may come on. For more information on the “Che[...]

The scheduled maintenance items listed in the “Service Guide” are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system. If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to ge[...]

If the vehicle’ s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced, the OBD-II system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test” condition. T o ready the OBD-II system for I/M testing, a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as described below: • First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway .[...]

2. Remove the protective cover by turning the three knobs to the unlock position. 3. Disengage the safety snap on the connector by pulling upward slightly on the clip. 4. Release clip and disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb. 5. Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise (when viewed from the rear) about 1/8 turn to[...]

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the hood. 2. Remove the protective cover by turning the three knobs to the unlock position. 3. Disengage the safety snap on the connector by pulling upward slightly on the clip. 4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb socket. 5. Ro[...]

• The headlamps do not seem to provide enough light for clear night vision. • The headlamp beams are pointed substantially away from a slightly down and to the right position. REPLACING THE INTERIOR BULBS Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently: • interior overhead lamp • map lamp Using the right bulbs Function T rade[...]

CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE Refer to the “Customer Assistance Guide” for a list of Ford-approved cleaners, polishes and waxes. W ashing your vehicle W ash your vehicle regularly with cold or lukewarm water . Never use strong detergents or soap. If your vehicle is particularly dirty , use a quality car wash detergent. Always use a clean[...]

Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect remains, tar spots, road salt and industrial fallout immediately . Cleaning the wheels W ash with the same detergent as the body of your vehicle. Do not use acid-based or alcohol-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuel or strong detergents. Never use abrasives that will damage the finish of s[...]

• Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. Cleaning plastic exterior parts Use vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning. Clean with a tar remover if necessary . Do not clean plastic parts with thinners, sol[...]

Cleaning the instrument panel Clean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth. A void cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection. Cleaning the interior fabric Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or [...]

of the area at a time. For heavily soiled areas, spray the cleaner directly onto the leather (two squirts should be adequate) and rub with the pad. Repeat if necessary . • Use a soft, damp cloth to remove the loosened dirt and foam. • Dry with a soft cloth. Do not use household cleaners, glass cleaner , alcohol solutions or cleaner intended for[...]

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 4.6L SOHC V8 engine Air filter F A-1032 Fuel filter FG-800A Battery (standard) BXT -59 Battery (optional) BXT -65-650 Oil filter FL-820-S PCV valve EV -98 Spark plugs* A WSF-32PP * Refer to V ehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information. If a spark plug is removed for inspection,[...]

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Capacity Engine oil (includes filter change) Motorcraft 5W30 Super Premium Motor Oil 4.7L (5.0 quarts) Brake fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor V ehicle Brake Fluid Fill to line on reservoir Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON t A TF Fill to line on reservoir T ransmission fluid Motorcraft MERCON t V AT F 1[...]

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford part name Ford part number Ford specification Brake fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor V ehicle Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AB ESA-M6C25-A and DOT 3 Door weatherstrips Silicone Lubricant C0AZ-19553-AA and D7AZ-19553-AA ESR-M13P4-A Engine coolant Ford Premium Engine Coolant (green in color) E2FZ-19549-AA ESE-M97B44-A Fo[...]

Item Ford part name Ford part number Ford specification Rear axle 1 Motorcraft Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY -80W90-QL WSL-M2C197-A W indshield washer fluid Ultra-Clear W indshield W asher Concentrate C9AZ-19550-AB ESR-M17P5-A 1 Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546–A, Ford specification EST -M2C118–A for complete refill[...]

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IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety compliance label The National Highway T raffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the front door latch pilla[...]

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash, or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company . If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and i[...]

Aiming headlamps .................... 138 Air bag supplemental restraint system .......................................... 68 and child safety seats .............. 69 description ................................ 68 disposal ...................................... 72 indicator light ........................... 71 passenger air bag ...................[...]

Hazard flashers ...........................95 Headlamps ................................... 23 autolamp system ....................... 24 daytime running lights .............24 flashing ...................................... 23 high beam ................................. 23 Heating ........................................ 25 High beams indicator li[...]

cleaning upholstery ................ 143 head restraints .......................... 58 lumbar support ......................... 61 Servicing your vehicle .............. 109 precautions when servicing ... 109 Speed control .............................. 36 canceling a set speed ............... 38 indicator light ........................... 39 resumi[...]

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Recommended fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane Fuel tank capacity 71.9L (19.0 gallons) Engine oil capacity (includes filter change) 4.7L (5.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft 5W30 Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford Specification WSS-M2C153-G. Automatic transmission fluid capacity 13.1L (13.9 quarts). Use Motorcraft MERCON t V A TF . T ire pressure and size Refe[...]