Ford 2005 Crown Victoria manual

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    Introduction 4 Instrument Cluster 10 W arning and control lights 10 Gauges 15 Entertainment Systems 20 AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 20 AM/FM stereo with CD 24 AM/FM stereo 27 AM/FM stereo cassette 29 CD changer 31 Climate Controls 35 Manual heating and air conditioning 35 Electronic automatic temperature control 36 Rear window defroster 38 Lights [...]

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    Seating and Safety Restraints 90 Seating 90 Safety restraints 95 Air bags 109 Child restraints 120 Tires, Wheels and Loading 131 T ire Information 132 Changing tires 136 Lug Nut T orque 142 V ehicle loading 152 T railer towing 157 Recreational towing 159 Driving 160 Starting 160 Brakes 164 T raction control 167 Air suspension 169 T ransmission oper[...]

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    Maintenance and Specifications 210 Engine compartment 212 Engine oil 213 Battery 217 Fuel information 225 Air filter(s) 239 Part numbers 240 Refill capacities 241 Lubricant specifications 242 Accessories 248 Index 250 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information sto[...]

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    CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 W arning W ARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemic[...]

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    SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION W arning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed. W arning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, i[...]

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    SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New V ehicle Limited W arranty includes Bumper -to-Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 6.0L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance W arranties. For a detailed description of what is covered and wha[...]

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    Special instructions For your added safety , your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls. Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter . Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury . Front seat mounted rear -facing child or inf[...]

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    These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. V ehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner ’ s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat Installation W arning Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat T ether Anchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Powertrain Malfunctio[...]

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    V ehicle Symbol Glossary Power W indows Front/Rear Power W indow Lockout Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant T emperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery A void Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan W arning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Corr[...]

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    W ARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster W arning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle ’ s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your v[...]

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    Maintenance and Specifications chapter . 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 have your vehicle serviced immediately . Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic c[...]

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    Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur . It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer immediately . Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have th[...]

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    Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. T raction control 娂 AdvanceT rac active (if equipped): Illuminates when the T raction control 娂 system is active. It will be lit for a minimum of four seconds or for the duration of the T raction Control 娂 event, refer to the Driving chapter for more information. Air s[...]

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    T urn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster , check for a burned out bulb. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. MESSAGE CENTER INDICATOR LIGHTS (IF EQUIPPED) Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is activated. T [...]

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    Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver ’ s door is opened. GAUGES Standard instrument cluster gauges Optional instrument cluster gauges REVIEW COPY 2005 Crown V ictoria (cro) , Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002) , Market: USA_English (fus) Instrument Clus[...]

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    Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. • Standard instrument cluster • Optional instrument cluster Engine coolant temperature gauge: • Standard instrument cluster 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 0000000 0 0 0 0 km / h MPH km S TEMP H C REVIEW COPY 2005 Crown V ictoria (cro) , O[...]

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    • Optional instrument cluster Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “ H ” and “ C ” ). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool, refer to What you shoul[...]

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    T rip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. • Standard instrument cluster T o reset, depress the control. • Optional instrument cluster Refer to Electronic Message Center in the Driver Controls chapter for T rip A and T rip B features. Battery voltage gauge (if equipped): Indicates the battery voltage when the ignit[...]

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    Engine oil pressure gauge (if equipped): Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle should stay in the normal operating range (between “ L ” and “ H ” ). If the needle falls below the normal range, stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked a[...]

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    PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Eject: Press to eject a tape. 2. Eject: Press to eject a CD. 3. Bass: Allows you to increase or decrease the audio system ’ s bass output. Press BASS then press SEL to decrease or increase the bass levels. T reble: Allows you to increase or decrease the audio system ’ s treble output. Pre[...]

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    Fade: Allows you to shift speaker sound between the front and rear speakers. Press F ADE then press SEL to shift the sound to the rear or the front . 5. COMP (Compression): In CD mode, press to bring soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level. SHUF (Shuffle): Press to play CD tracks in random order . 6. Select: Use to adj[...]

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    9. RDS: (Radio Data System): Allows you to access FM stations which are RDS- equipped. Press RDS then SEL to select from: T raffic — Allows you to receive traffic announcements and control their volume level. T raffic information is not available in most U.S. markets. Show — Allows you to view the frequency and program type of the chosen radio [...]

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    14. AM/FM/CD: Press AM/FM to select a radio frequency . Press while in tape or CD mode to return to radio mode. Press CD to enter CD mode and to play a CD already in the system. 15. Mute mode: Press to mute the playing media. 16. Power/volume: Press to turn the system on/off. T urn to raise/lower the volume. 17. T ape: Press to play the tape. 18. C[...]

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    AM/FM STEREO / SINGLE CD RADIO (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Balance: Press / to shift sound to the left/right speakers. 2. Fade: Press / to shift sound to the front/rear speakers. 3. SCN (Scan): Press to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop. 4. CLK: T o set the hour , press and hold CLK and press SEEK to decrease o[...]

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    T o set the minute, press and hold CLK and press TUNE to decrease or increase the minutes. 5. EJ (eject): Press to eject a CD. 6. COMP (Compression): In CD mode, press to bring louder and softer levels into more comfortable listening level. The compression icon (c) will appear in the display . 7. Shuffle: Press to listen to the tracks on the CD in [...]

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    14. CD : Press to enter CD mode or to play a CD already loaded into the system. 15. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode. 16. Bass: Press / to increase/decrease the bass output. 17. T reble: Press / to increase/decrease the treble output. 18. CD slot: Insert a CD printed side up. CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4[...]

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    AM/FM STEREO (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Seek: Press / to find the next strong station down/up the frequency band. 2. T une: Press / to manually change radio frequency down/up. 3. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode. 4. Memory preset buttons: T o set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button un[...]

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    5. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels. 6. T one: Press TONE until the desired level — Bass, T reble, Fade appears on the display . T urn the volume control to raise/lower the levels, or to move the audio sound from the right to left or the front to back (if equipped). 7. CLK (Clock): T o set the hour , [...]

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    AM/FM STEREO CASSETTE (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Balance: Press to shift sound to the left/right speakers. 2. Fade: Press to shift sound to the rear/front speakers. 3. CLK: T o set the hour , press and hold CLK. Then press SEEK to decrease or increase the hours. T o set the minute, press and hold CLK and press TUNE to decrease or increase the minutes. SCAN B[...]

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    4. T ape AMS: In tape mode, press and hold to activate Automatic Music Search (allows you to quickly locate the beginning of the tape selection being played or to skip to the next selection). Then, press REW (for the beginning of the current selection) or FF (to advance to the next selection). The tape MUST have a blank section of at least four sec[...]

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    13. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode. 14. Bass: Press / to decrease/increase the bass output. 15. T reble: Press / to decrease/increase the treble output. 16. EJ (Eject): Press to eject a tape. 17. Cassette door: Insert a cassette into the cassette door . CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED) Y our CD changer is either located in the trunk,[...]

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    3. T urn the magazine (A) over . 4. Using the disc holder release knob (C), pull the disc holder (B) out of the magazine. Do not pull too hard on the disc holder as the disc holder may come completely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holder back into the magazine while pressing on the lever . 5. Line up the CD with the groove[...]

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    RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS There are three factors that can affect radio reception: • Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception. • T errain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • S[...]

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    CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only . Due to technical incompatibility , certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels [...]

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    MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 2. T emperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each con[...]

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    T o aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select NORM A/C. 2. Modulate the temperature control to maintain comfort. 3. Set the fan speed to HI. 4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. T o increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument pa[...]

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    3. Fan speed: T urn to manually increase or decrease fan speed. 4. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and the side window demisters. 5. Floor/defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents, floor vents and the side window demisters. 6. Floor: Distributes outside air through the floor ven[...]

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    • Remove any snow , ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. T o aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select NORM A/C. 2. Modulate the temperature control to maintain comfort. 3. Set the fan speed to HI. 4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. T o increase airflow to [...]

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    HEADLAMP CONTROL T urns the lamps off. T urns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. T urns the headlamps on. Autolamp control 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 [...]

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    Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather . The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. High beams Push the lever toward the in[...]

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    Domelamp Control The panel dimmer control also controls the domelamp operation. • Rotate the thumbwheel fully to the right, past detent to activate the domelamp. • In order to turn off the domelamp, rotate the thumbwheel to the left. AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant. If your vehicle has[...]

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    W ith overhead console W ith overhead console and moon roof T o turn on the map lamps, press the map lamp control. REAR COURTESY/READING LAMPS Rotate the lens to illuminate the lamp. W ith the lens in the flat position, the courtesy lamp lights when: • Any door is opened. • The panel dimmer thumbwheel is rotated fully to the right past detent. [...]

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    BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently . Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below . Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized “ D.O.T . ” for North America and an “ E ” for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility . The [...]

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    Replacing headlamp bulbs T o remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the hood. 2. Remove the radiator cover by turning the three knobs to the unlock position. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward. 4. Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise (when [...]

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    3. Connect the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base until it snaps, locking it into position. 4. Install the protective cover over headlamps locking it in place with three knobs. 5. T urn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly . If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb, you should not need to al[...]

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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 either bulb. 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the trunk and remove plastic retainer to expose the lamp assembly hardware. 2. Carefully pull the carp[...]

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    Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then remove two screws, grommets and the license plate lamp assembly from the trunk lid. 2. Carefully pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb. 3. Install the lamp assembly on trunk lid with two grommets, ensuring the grommets are pushed all the way in[...]

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    3. Carefully pull the bulb socket out of the lamp assembly . 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. T o install, reverse the removal procedure. Overhead console lamps T o remove and replace the lamps in the overhead console: 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and remove the overhead console from t[...]

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    MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER W indshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers. W indshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid. • a quick push and hold: the wipers will swipe three [...]

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    6. T o prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element. TILT STEERING WHEEL T o adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull and hold the steering wheel release control toward you[...]

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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 or on the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy . Adjustments may need to be made to the zone and calibration of the compass. Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which magnetic zone[...]

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    OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle ’ s overhead console will vary according to your option package. Some of the features in the overhead console include Compass, Homelink, and Moon Roof controls. Compass mode The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and[...]

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    2. Hold down the MODE button for 5 seconds to enter zone mode. The display will read PRESS RESET TO SET ZONE XX where XX is the current zone. 3. Release the MODE button. 4. Determine which magnetic zone you are in by referring to the zone map. 5. Repeatedly press and release the RESET button to scroll through the zones 1 – 15 until the desired zo[...]

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    2. Hold down the MODE button for 10 seconds to enter the calibration mode. The display will read PRESS RESET TO DECAL. 3. Release the MODE button. 4. Press the RESET button to de-calibrate the compass. The display will read CIRCLE SLOWL Y TO CALIBRA TE for a few seconds and then display a direction with CAL displayed on the right side. 5. Drive the[...]

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    the door to stop and reverse, does not meet current U.S. federal safety standards. For more information, contact HomeLink 威 at: www .homelink.com or 1 – 800 – 355 – 3515. Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future programming procedures (i.e. new HomeLink 威 equipped vehicle purchase). It is also sugges[...]

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    2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 1 – 3 inches (2 – 8 cm) away from the HomeLink 威 button you wish to program (located on your overhead console) while keeping the display in view . 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink 威 and hand-held transmitter button. The message CHANNEL “ X ” (1,2 or 3) TRAINING will app[...]

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    underneath the house icon are constant, programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink 威 button is pressed and released. Note: T o program the remaining two HomeLink 威 buttons, begin with step 2 in the “ Programming ” section — do not repeat step 1. If the indicator light(s) underneath the house icon blink rapid[...]

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    • Continue to press and hold the HomeLink 威 button (note step 3 in the “ Programming ” section) while you press and release — every two seconds ( “ cycle ” ) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has been accepted by the HomeLink 威 . The message CHANNEL “ X ” (1,2 or 3) TRAINING will appear on the display . • P[...]

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    • After about 20 seconds, the message CHANNELS CLEARED will appear on the display . Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds. HomeLink 威 is now in the train (or learning) mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with step 2 in the “ Programming ” section. Reprogramming a single HomeLink 姞 button T o program a device to HomeLink 威 [...]

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    AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) The auxiliary power point for five passenger vehicles is located in the floor console storage bin. For six passenger vehicles, the auxiliary power point is located under the cup holder and ashtray drawer in the center stack. Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter . Use the power point. D[...]

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    One touch down Allows the driver ’ s window to open fully without holding the control down. Press completely down on the bottom part of the rocker switch and release quickly . Press the top part of the rocker switch to stop. Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows. T o lock out all the window contro[...]

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    Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated. Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors. Fold-away mirrors Pull the si[...]

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    POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is in the P (Park) position. Press and hold the rocker control to adjust accelerator and brake pedal. • Press the right side of the control to adjust the pedals toward you. • Press the left side [...]

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    3. Press the SET + control and release it. 4. T ake your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The message “ SPEED CONTROL ” (if equipped) will be displayed in the optional instrument cluster . Note: • V ehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill. • If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, [...]

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    Increasing speed while using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed: • Press and hold the SET + control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. Y ou can also use the SET + control to operate the T ap-Up function. Press and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 k[...]

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    Turning of f speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. This will not erase your vehicle ’ s previously set speed. • Press the speed control OFF control. Note: When you turn the speed control or the ignition off, your speed control set speed memory is erased. STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED[...]

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    Climate control features • Press TEMP + or - to adjust temperature. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) T o open the moon roof: • Press and hold the control forward to raise the moon roof to the vent position (when the glass panel is closed). • For one-touch operation, press the control rearward and release; this will fully open the moon roof. • T o st[...]

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    When programming your HomeLink 威 W ireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential harm or damage. Do not use the HomeLink 威 W ireless Control System with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U.S. federal safety standards (this [...]

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    3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink 威 and hand-held transmitter button. Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed. Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to replace step 3 with procedures noted in the “ Gate Operator and Canadian Programming ” section for Canadian residents. 4. The indicator l[...]

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    Gate Operator & Canadian Programming During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting — not allowing enough time for HomeLink 威 to accept the signal from the hand-held transmitter . After completing steps 1 and 2 outlined in the “ Programming ” section, replace step 3 with the following: Note: If progra[...]

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    Erasing HomeLink 姞 buttons T o erase the three programmed buttons (individual buttons cannot be erased): • Press and hold the two outer HomeLink 威 buttons until the indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds. HomeLink 威 is now in the train (or learning) mode and can be prog[...]

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    • check the distance traveled during a trip on either T rip A or T rip B • monitor the average speed Selectable features Reset Press this control to reset the selected message center function to zero. The only functions which can be reset are: • A VG ECON • TRIP A or TRIP B • A VG SPEED E/M Press this control to switch the electronic inst[...]

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    2. Press the RESET control and the selected message center function will be reset to zero. Message center functions DIST ANCE TO EMPTY (DTE) This function estimates approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions. Remember to turn the ignition OFF when refueling to allow this feature to corre[...]

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    A VG FUEL ECONOMY (average fuel economy) Select this function to display your average fuel economy in miles/gallon or liters/100 km. If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing miles traveled by gallons used, your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons: • your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up •[...]

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    T o reset either trip feature to zero, press the RESET control while the appropriate trip distance feature (TRIP A or TRIP B) is displayed. 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 mo[...]

  • Page 76

    A driver ’ s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to avoid distractions and pay attention to the road. W ait until it is safe to operate Mobile Communications Equipment. CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) Y our vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. The[...]

  • Page 77

    KEYS The vehicle is equipped with a master (black) key and valet (gray) key lock system. The master key will access doors, trunk, glove box, ignition and remote trunk release. The valet key will access doors and ignition only . Before using this key , lock the trunk remote control to disable the T runk remote control on the drivers door , then lock[...]

  • Page 78

    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[...]

  • Page 79

    Keep vehicle doors and luggage compartment locked and keep keys and remote transmitters out of a child ’ s reach. Unsupervised children could lock themselves in the trunk and risk injury . Children should be taught not to play in vehicles. On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly . Exposure of people or [...]

  • Page 80

    The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key . The remote entry features operate with the ignition in any position, except in the 3 (ON) , with the transmission not in either P (Park) or N (Neutral). If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters[...]

  • Page 81

    4. Press the power door unlock control three times. 5. T urn the ignition to the 3 (ON) position. The doors will lock and unlock. 6. W ith the ignition still in the 3 (ON) position, press the unlock control twice. 7. After a five to ten second delay , the door locks will cycle lock/unlock to confirm successful programming. 8. After having waited th[...]

  • Page 82

    T o replace the battery: 1. T wist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT T AKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 2. Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the back surface of the circuit board. 3. Remove the old battery . N[...]

  • Page 83

    Place the key in the ignition and cycle from 1 (OFF/LOCK) to 3 (ON) eight times in rapid succession within 10 seconds. After doors lock/unlock, press any control on all transmitters (up to four). After pressing the control on each remote transmitter , the door will lock and unlock. If programming multiple remote transmitters, you must press the con[...]

  • Page 84

    Autolock (if equipped) This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when: • all doors are closed, • the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position, • the brake pedal is depressed, • you shift into any gear . Relock The autolock feature repeats when: • the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position, • a door is opened and closed, • the transmiss[...]

  • Page 85

    KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) W ith the keyless entry keypad, you can: • lock or unlock the vehicle doors without using the key . • open the trunk. See also Remote entry system in this chapter for more information. Y our vehicle has a factory-set 5 – digit code that operates the keyless entry system. Y ou can also program your own 5 – [...]

  • Page 86

    3. Enter a second personal 5-digit code. Each number must be entered within five seconds of each other . 4. Press 3 • 4 to store the second personal code. 5. The doors will again lock then unlock to confirm programming of the new code. T o store a third personal code: 1. Enter the factory set code. 2. W ithin five seconds press 1 • 2 on the key[...]

  • Page 87

    • To release the trunk, enter the factory-set code or personal code (driver door unlocks) and press 5 • 6 within five seconds. After the factory-set code or personal code has been entered, you can unlock all doors (press 3 • 4) and release the trunk (press 5 • 6) as long as the controls are pressed within 5 seconds of each other . Locking d[...]

  • Page 88

    • When the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position, the indicator will glow for 3 seconds to indicate normal system functionality . If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock 娂 system, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position. If this occurs, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer for se[...]

  • Page 89

    will need two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle ’ s engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible for timely implementation of each step in the procedure. If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare coded key(s) prog[...]

  • Page 90

    SEA TING Adjustable head restraints Y our vehicle ’ s seats are equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. T o properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as c[...]

  • Page 91

    Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. 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 uprigh[...]

  • Page 92

    T o adjust the front seatback using the manual recliner: • Lift and hold the handle located on the side of the seat. • Lean against the seatback to adjust it to your desired position. Y ou can recline the seat back or bring it forward. • Release the handle when the desired position has been reached. Using the power lumbar support (if equipped[...]

  • Page 93

    Adjusting the power front seats – door mounted controls (if equipped) The controls for the power seats are located on the inside of each front door . Never adjust the driver ’ s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride w[...]

  • Page 94

    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. REVIEW COPY 2005 Crown V ictoria (cro) , Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002) , Market: USA_English (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints 94[...]

  • Page 95

    Seat mounted cup holders and armrest storage compartment (if equipped) Y our vehicle is equipped with cup holders in the rear seat armrest. T o access the cup holders, rotate armrest into use position. Use only soft cups in the cupholder . Hard objects can injure you in a collision. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System The Personal Safety Syste[...]

  • Page 96

    How does the Personal Safety System work? The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle ’ s safety devices according to crash severity and occupant conditions. A collection of crash and occupant sensors provides information to the Restraints control module (RCM). During a crash, the RCM activates the safety belt pre[...]

  • Page 97

    Front passenger sensing system For air bags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very close to the air bag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, like infants in rear -facing child seats, this occurs because they are initially sitting very close to the ai[...]

  • Page 98

    Front safety belt pretensioners The safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions are designed to tighten the safety belts firmly against the occupant ’ s body during a frontal or near -frontal collision. This maximizes the effectiveness of the safety belts and helps properly position the occupant relative to the air bag to im[...]

  • Page 99

    Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. T o reduce the risk of injury , make sure children sit in the back seat 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 th[...]

  • Page 100

    Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them. Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) unt[...]

  • Page 101

    movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply , or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers. Webbing extraction sensitive mode The webbing sensitive locking mode locks the webbing and pr[...]

  • Page 102

    • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford Motor Company recommends that all passenger safety belt assem[...]

  • Page 103

    Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder . Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision. Lap belts Adjusting the front center seat lap belt The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible arou[...]

  • Page 104

    Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver ’ s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position... The safety belt warnin[...]

  • Page 105

    If... Then... The driver ’ s and front passenger ’ s safety belts are buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or less than 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned ON... The BeltMinder feature will not activate. The driver ’ s or front passenger ’ s safety belt is not buckled when the vehicl[...]

  • Page 106

    The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given... Consider ... “ Crashes are rare events ” 36700 crashes occur every day . The more we drive, the more we are exposed to “ rare ” events, even for good drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash during [...]

  • Page 107

    Reasons given... Consider ... “ I have an air bag ” Air bags offer greater protection when used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers. “ I ’ d rather be thrown clear ” Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE. Safety belts help prevent ejection, [...]

  • Page 108

    T o reduce the risk of injury , do not deactivate/activate the Belt Minder feature while driving the vehicle. 1. T urn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT ST ART THE ENGINE) 2. W ait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1 minute) • Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warni[...]

  • Page 109

    Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary . All safety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle assemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar -[...]

  • Page 110

    Important SRS precautions The SRS 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; there is a risk of injury from a deploying air bag. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver , should always properly wear their safety belts, eve[...]

  • Page 111

    Do not attempt to service, repair , or modify the steering column, its adaptive module, or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer . T o properly position yourself away from the air bag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably . • Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the[...]

  • Page 112

    Children and air bags Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision. Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NE[...]

  • Page 113

    The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After air bag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (e.g., baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the air bag. Small [...]

  • Page 114

    If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately . If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. If the safety belt pretensioners deploy in an accident, they will not function again ( belt will not extract or retract) and must be replaced immedia[...]

  • Page 115

    When the front passenger seat is occupied and the sensing system has turned off the passenger ’ s frontal airbag, the ⬙ passenger airbag off ⬙ or ⬙ pass airbag off ⬙ indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is off. When the front passenger seat is not occupied (empty seat) or in the event tha[...]

  • Page 116

    Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor . The front passenger sensing system may detect small or m[...]

  • Page 117

    Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to Air bag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter . Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required. A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: •[...]

  • Page 118

    All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided. How does the side air bag system work? The design and development of the side airbag system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag T echnical W orking Group. T[...]

  • Page 119

    to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over , rear -impact, frontal or near -frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration. Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. If the side air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again. The side air bag sy[...]

  • Page 120

    SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children. Also see Air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags. Important child restraint precautions Y ou are required by law to use safety restraints for children in th[...]

  • Page 121

    Child booster seats Children outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat when they weigh 40 pounds (18 kg) and are around 4 years of age. Although the lap/shoulder belt will provide some protection, these children are still too small for lap/shoulder belts to fit properly , which could increase the risk of serious injury . T o improve the fit of [...]

  • Page 122

    T ypes of booster seats There are two types of belt-positioning booster seats: • Those that are backless. If your backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield and use the lap/shoulder belt. If a seating position has a low seat back and no head restraint, a backless booster seat may place your child ’ s head (top of ear level)[...]

  • Page 123

    Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. Never put the shoulder belt under a child ’ s arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They can slide around [...]

  • Page 124

    • LA TCH lower anchors are recommended for use by children up to 48 pounds (22 kg) in a child restraint. T op tether anchors can be used for children up to 60 pounds (27 kg) in a child restraint, and to provide upper torso restraint for children up to 80 pounds (36 kg) using an upper torso harness and a belt-positioning booster . Ford recommends [...]

  • Page 125

    1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 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 t[...]

  • Page 126

    4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 5. T o put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull[...]

  • Page 127

    8. Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. T o check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward. There should be no more than one inch of movement for p[...]

  • Page 128

    2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts, otherwise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback. 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. 4. Open the tether a[...]

  • Page 129

    This type of child seat eliminates the need to use seat belts to attach the child seat. For forward-facing child seats, the tether strap must also be attached to the proper tether anchor . See Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this chapter . Y our vehicle has LA TCH anchors for child seat installation at the seating positions marked with[...]

  • Page 130

    lifting the front of the child seat. Keeping the child seat just touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash. Each time you use the safety seat, check that the seat is properly attached to the lower anchors and tether anchor . T ry to tilt the child seat from side to side. Also try to tug the seat forward. Check to see if [...]

  • Page 131

    INFORMA TION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING New vehicles are fitted with tires that have a rating on them called T ire Quality Grades. The Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: • T readwear 200 T raction AA T emperature A These T ire Quality Grades are [...]

  • Page 132

    The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. 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[...]

  • Page 133

    • 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]. Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire ’ s load carrying capability . • kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pressure. • PSI: Pounds per square inch, a standard[...]

  • Page 134

    Inspecting your tires Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear and remove stones, nails, glass or other objects that may be wedged in the tread grooves. Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. Also inspect the tire sidewalls for cuts, bruises and other damage. If interna[...]

  • Page 135

    higher than the manufacturer ’ s recommended cold inflation pressure which can be found on either the tire label or certification label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver ’ s door . The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the tire label or certification label. When weather t[...]

  • Page 136

    TIRE REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Y our vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability . Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size and type (such as P-metric versus L T -metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Fo[...]

  • Page 137

    When driving with the T -type/mini-spare tire do not: • Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) • Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label • T ow a trailer • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the T -type/mini spare tire • Use more than one T -type/mini spare tire at a time • Use commercial c[...]

  • Page 138

    • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel The usage of a dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • W inter weather driving capability • W et weather driving capabil[...]

  • Page 139

    1. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park), turn engine OFF and block the diagonally opposite wheel. 3. Remove the spare tire and the jack. The jack could be located: • A — behind the mini spare tire or • B — behind the full size spare tire On vehicles equipped with Air S[...]

  • Page 140

    4. Remove the lug wrench from the jack. Rotate the lug wrench socket out from the handle. 5. Locate pry off notch (if equipped) and remove the center ornament from the aluminum wheel with the tapered end of the wheel nut wrench that came with your vehicle. Insert and twist the handle, then pry against the wheel. 6. If equipped with a full wheelcove[...]

  • Page 141

    • Position the jack according to the following guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. T o lessen risk of personal injury , do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is ONL Y meant for changing the tir[...]

  • Page 142

    five black plastic nuts in the order shown on the wheelcover using the lug wrench with about 6.0 lbs. ft. (80 N • m) torque. Then firmly install the wheelcover center ornament. 13. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away . 14. T urn on the air suspension switch (if equipped). WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts to the speci[...]

  • Page 143

    Information on “ P ” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire size, load index and speed rating. The definitions of these items are listed below . (Note that the tire size, load index and speed rating for your vehicle may be different from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the T ire and Rim Association (T&RA), th[...]

  • Page 144

    Note: Y ou may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law . Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h) M 81 mph (130 km/h) N 87 mph (140 km/h) Q 99 mph (159 km/h) R 106 mph (171 km/h) S 112 mph (180 km/h) T 118 mph (190 km/h) U 124 mph (200 km/h) H 130 mph (210 km/h) V 149 mph (240 km/h) W 168 mph (270 km/h) Y 186[...]

  • Page 145

    12. T readwear , T raction and T emperature Grades • T readwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire grad[...]

  • Page 146

    Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “ LT ” type tires “ LT ” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “ P ” type tires; these differences are described below: 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the T ire and Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for service on light trucks. 2. Load Ran[...]

  • Page 147

    Information on “ T ” type tires “ T ” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “ P ” type tires; these differences are described below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tire size. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different from this example. 1. T: Indicates a type of tire, designated by the T ire and[...]

  • Page 148

    the road in adverse (wet, snowy , etc.) conditions. Visually check your tires for uneven wear , looking for high and low areas or unusually smooth areas. Also check for signs of tire damage. When the tread is worn down to 1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires must be replaced to prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning. Built-in treadwear indi[...]

  • Page 149

    • A void potholes and objects on the road • Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking If your vehicle is stuck in snow , mud, sand, etc., do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds. Never spin the tires in excess of [...]

  • Page 150

    Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide that comes with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more evenly , providing better tire performance and longer tire life. Unless otherwise specified, rotate the tires approximately every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). • Front Wheel Drive (F[...]

  • Page 151

    • Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)/ All Wheel Drive (A WD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealership to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tir[...]

  • Page 152

    Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: • Either cable type chains or SAE class S chains can be used. • Install chains securely , verifying that the chains do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously . If you hear the chains rub or bang against your vehicle, stop and re-tighten the chains. If this [...]

  • Page 153

    Cargo W eight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb W eight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GA W (Gross Axle W eight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. GA WR (Gross Axle W [...]

  • Page 154

    GVW (Gross V ehicle W eight) – is the V ehicle Curb W eight + cargo + passengers. GVWR (Gross V ehicle W eight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle (including all options, equipment, passengers and cargo). The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the driver ’ s door or B-Pillar[...]

  • Page 155

    GCW (Gross Combined W eight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer . GCWR (Gross Combined W eight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo and passengers – that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing [...]

  • Page 156

    2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity . For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lb. and there wil[...]

  • Page 157

    T RAILER TOWING Y our vehicle is classified as a light duty towing vehicle. Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 2,000 miles (3,200 km). T owing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle ’ s engine, transmission, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components carefully after towing. Y our loaded trail[...]

  • Page 158

    T railer lamps T railer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. See your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps. Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • T urn off the speed control. The spee[...]

  • Page 159

    Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer into the water . Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after the trailer is removed from the water . 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 . • [...]

  • Page 160

    STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. OFF/LOCK, shuts off the engine and all accessories/locks the gearshift lever and allows key removal. 2. ACC, allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 3. ON, all electrical circuits operational. W arning lights illuminated. Key position when driving. 4. ST A[...]

  • Page 161

    If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately . Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine ’ s idle revolutions per minute (RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs higher than normal in order to warm the engine. If the engi[...]

  • Page 162

    5. T urn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to 4 (ST ART). Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly . If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver ’ s safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate. REVIEW COPY 2005 Crown V ictoria (cro) , Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own20[...]

  • Page 163

    Starting the engine 1. T urn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to 4 (ST ART). 2. T urn the key to 4 (ST ART), then release the key as soon as the engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter . Note: If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try , turn the key to OFF , wait 10 seconds and try again. If the e[...]

  • Page 164

    BRAKES Y our service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduled maintenance 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 [...]

  • Page 165

    The ABS operates by detecting the onset of wheel lockup during brake applications and compensates for this tendency . The wheels are prevented from locking even when the brakes are firmly applied. The accompanying illustration depicts the advantage of an ABS equipped vehicle (on bottom) to a non-ABS equipped vehicle (on top) during hard braking wit[...]

  • Page 166

    Parking brake with auto-release (if equipped) Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked. T o set the parking brake: 1. Move the gearshift to P (Park). 2. Push pedal downward. The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned ON) until the parking brake is fully released. A[...]

  • Page 167

    If the parking brake fails to release after completing this procedure, use the manual parking brake release lever . Pull the lever to manually release the parking brake. T RACTION CONTROL 姟 (IF EQUIPPED) Y our vehicle may be equipped with the optional T raction Control 娂 system. This system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of y[...]

  • Page 168

    During T raction Control 娂 operation you may hear an electric motor type of sound coming from the engine compartment and the engine will not “ rev-up ” when you push further on the accelerator . This is normal system behavior . If you should become stuck in snow or ice or on a very slippery road surface, try switching the T raction Control ?[...]

  • Page 169

    It is also important to maintain a proper power steering fluid level in the power steering fluid reservoir: • Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level (below the MIN mark on the reservoir). • Some noise is normal during operation. If the noise is excessive, check for low power steering pump fluid level before seekin[...]

  • Page 170

    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. The air suspension shut-off switch is located on the left side of the trunk. If this switch is in the OFF position, the rear air suspension will not oper[...]

  • Page 171

    2. Locate the access plug on the underside of the steering column cover . 3. Remove the access plug using a flat head screwdriver , then push and hold the override button using a flat head screwdriver . Apply the brake pedal and shift the transmission into N (Neutral) while continuing to depress the override button. 4. Reinstall the access plug cov[...]

  • Page 172

    2. Insert the key and turn it to OFF . Apply the brake pedal and shift to N (Neutral) . When the key is in the ignition and in the OFF position, the automatic transmission shift lever can be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake pedal depressed. T o avoid unwanted vehicle movement, always set the parking brake. 3. Start the vehicle. If[...]

  • Page 173

    • Depress the brake pedal • Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear T o put your vehicle in P (Park): • Come to a complete stop • Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park) Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). T urn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key [...]

  • Page 174

    If your vehicle is equipped with a floor -shift transmission, overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the gearshift handle. The transmission control indicator light (TCIL) will illuminate on the instrument cluster . • Standard instrument cluster • Optional instrument cluster Drive (not shown) Drive is activat[...]

  • Page 175

    2 (Second) This position allows for second gear only . • Provides engine braking. • Use to start-up on slippery roads. • T o return to (Overdrive), move the gearshift lever into the (Overdrive) position. • Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission to downshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed. 1 (First[...]

  • Page 176

    DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do not drive quickly through standing water , especially if the depth is unknown. T raction or brake capability may be limited and if the ignition system gets wet, your engine may stall. W ater may also enter your engine ’ s air intake and severely damage your engine. If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable,[...]

  • Page 177

    GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE T o fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New V ehicle Limited W arranty . The service is available: • 24 – hours, seven days a week • for the New V ehicle Limited W arranty period of three years o[...]

  • Page 178

    Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1 – 800 – 665 – 2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount. T o obtain reimbursement information, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1 – 800 – 521 – 4[...]

  • Page 179

    The fuel pump shut-off switch is located on the left side of the trunk behind the left rear tail light and the trunk liner . Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch. 1. T urn the ignition to the OFF position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switch by pushing[...]

  • Page 180

    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. Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey ——— 3A Violet V iolet [...]

  • Page 181

    The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 15A T axi, Cluster , Lighting Control Module (Interior Lighting) 2 10A Ignition (ON) - Electronic Automatic T emperature Control (EA TC) module, A/C mode switch (vehicles equipped with EA TC only) 3 10A EA TC module (vehicles equipped [...]

  • Page 182

    Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 5 10A Speed control deactivation switch, Stop signal, Brake-T ransmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) (column-shift transmission) 6 10A Ignition (ON) - Cluster 7 10A LCM (Park lamps, Switch illumination) 8 10A Ignition (ON) - Rear Air Suspension Module (RASM), V ariable Ass[...]

  • Page 183

    Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 16 15A Ignition (ON) - T urn signals 17 10A Ignition (ST ART) - Audio 18 10A Ignition (ON) - A/C mode switch (manual A/C only), Blend door , DDM, Heated seat modules, Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) module 19 10A Left-hand low beam, DRL 20 10A Ignition (ON/ACC) - Back-up l[...]

  • Page 184

    Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 29 15A Audio 30 15A Stop lamps, MFS 31 15A Hazards (non-Police vehicles) 20A Hazards (Police vehicles) 32 10A Mirror heaters, Rear defroster switch indicator 33 — Not used Relay 1 Full ISO relay Rear defroster Power distribution box The power distribution box is loca[...]

  • Page 185

    The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 1 20A* Ignition switch (Key in, RUN 1, RUN 2) 2 25A* Ignition switch (RUN/ST ART , RUN/ACC, ST ART) 3 10A* Powertrain Control Module (PCM) keep alive power 4 20A* Fuel relay feed 5 10A* Rear Air Suspension Module (RASM), V APS module [...]

  • Page 186

    Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 12 25A* Audio (non-Police vehicles only) T ray lamps (Police vehicles only) 13 20A* Instrument panel power point 14 20A* Stop lamp switch 15 20A* Heated seats 16 20A* Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) module 17 — Not used 18 — Not used 19 15A* Injectors 20 15A* PCM, Mass Air Flow [...]

  • Page 187

    Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 108 20A** Moonroof (non-Police vehicles only) Spotlights (available on Police vehicles, Long Wheel Base [L WB] vehicles and commercial vehicles only) 109 20A** ABS module (V alves) 110 30A** W iper module 111 50A** Police PDB or Police I/P accessory battery feed (Police vehicles[...]

  • Page 188

    Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 204 1 ⁄ 2 ISO relay PCM 205 — Not used 206 1 ⁄ 2 ISO relay Fuel 207 — Not used 208 — Not used 209 1 ⁄ 2 ISO relay Horn 301 Full ISO relay Starter 302 Full ISO relay Air compressor (non-Police vehicles only) RUN/ACC relay (Police vehicles only) 303 Full ISO relay Blow[...]

  • Page 189

    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. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted. Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start ca[...]

  • Page 190

    Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery . Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery . 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery . + – + – + ?[...]

  • Page 191

    3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery . 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle ’ s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding[...]

  • Page 192

    Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the rev[...]

  • Page 193

    3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle ’ s battery . 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle ’ s battery . After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle[...]

  • Page 194

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

  • Page 195

    GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home Y ou must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer for warranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handling your vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your selling dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Please note that certain warranty repairs requir[...]

  • Page 196

    In Canada: Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P .O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) www .ford.ca If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could provide, after following the steps described above, contact [...]

  • Page 197

    In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state ’ s warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states. In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the Dispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss W arranty Act, or to [...]

  • Page 198

    THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes. • available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Company vehicles. The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change elig[...]

  • Page 199

    Board membership The Board consists of: • Three consumer representatives • A Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representative Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained by an independent consulting firm. The dealership Board member is chosen from Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership management, recognized for their busin[...]

  • Page 200

    Oral presentations If you would like to make an oral presentation, indicate YES to question 6 on the application. While it is your right to make an oral presentation before the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide the case whether or not an oral presentation is made. An oral presentation may be requested by the Board as well. [...]

  • Page 201

    UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY) In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford and the dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory , Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor V ehicle [...]

  • Page 202

    If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since this information is subject to change, please ask your dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit the Ford ESP website at www .ford-esp.com. GETTING ASSIST ANCE OUTSIDE[...]

  • Page 203

    ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER ’ S LITERA TURE T o order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at: HELM, INCORPORA TED P .O. Box 07150 Detroit, Michigan 48207 Or call: For a free publication catalog, order toll free: 1-800-782-4356 Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST Helm, Incorporated can also be reached by their website:[...]

  • Page 204

    W ASHING THE EXTERIOR W ash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral Ph shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail W ash (ZC-3 – A), which is available from your dealer . • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces. • Never wash [...]

  • Page 205

    PAINT CHIPS Y our dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle ’ s color . T ake your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver ’ s door jam) to your dealer to ensure you get the correct color . • Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar spots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing[...]

  • Page 206

    • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your dealer . • For routine clean[...]

  • Page 207

    • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts. • W iper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or windshield washer solution. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly . Do not use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove [...]

  • Page 208

    Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle ’ s safety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing. Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the seat-mounted side air bag. Such products could contaminate the side air bag system and affect performance of the side air bag in a collision. LEATHER SEATS ([...]

  • Page 209

    Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only) (CXC-94) Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (not available in Canada) (ZC-11 – A) Motorcraft Bug and T ar Remover (ZC-42) Motorcraft Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (not available in Canada) (ZC-41) Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (ZC-15) [...]

  • Page 210

    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 scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking routine service easy . If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide the necessary parts and service. Check you[...]

  • Page 211

    Working with the engine on 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and r[...]

  • Page 212

    IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.6L SOHC V8 engine 1. Brake fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. W indshield washer fluid reservoir 4. Air filter assembly 5. Power steering fluid reservoir 6. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Battery 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 9 1 8 5 4 7 6 3 2 REVIEW COPY 200[...]

  • Page 213

    WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low . In very cold weather , do not fill the reservoir completely . Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16 – A2. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter . State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of metha[...]

  • Page 214

    5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. W ipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully , then remove it again. • If the oil level is within this range, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal oper[...]

  • Page 215

    • If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter . • Do not overfill the engine with oil. Oil levels above this mark may cause engine damage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil must be removed from the engine by a qualified service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. [...]

  • Page 216

    Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification trademark. Use SAE 5W -20 engine oil. Only use oils “ Certified For Gasoline Engines ” by the American Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the Interna[...]

  • Page 217

    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 Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the service interval schedules. Keep the electrolyte l[...]

  • Page 218

    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 [...]

  • Page 219

    If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is reconnected. • Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner . Follow your local authorized standards for disposal. Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling a[...]

  • Page 220

    When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir . • The engine coolant should be at the “ FULL COLD ” level or within the “ COLD FILL RANGE ” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval schedules. • Be sure to re[...]

  • Page 221

    Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly . Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container . If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see throug[...]

  • Page 222

    remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with an overflow system, follow these steps to add engine coolant. T o reduce the risk of personal injury , make sure the engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the ca[...]

  • Page 223

    Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner . Follow your community ’ s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids. Coolant refill capacity T o find out how much fluid your vehicle ’ s cooling system can hold, refer to Refill capacities in this section. Fill your engine coolant reservoir as[...]

  • Page 224

    What you should know about fail-safe cooling 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. How fail-safe cooling works • Standard cluster • Optional clust[...]

  • Page 225

    • The air conditioning system will be disabled. Continued operation will increase the engine temperature: • If your vehicle is equipped with digital gauges, the gauge bars will flash and a tone will sound every five seconds for one minute. • The engine will completely shut down, causing steering and braking effort to increase. Once the engine[...]

  • Page 226

    If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in possible personal injury . Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. Gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer -causing[...]

  • Page 227

    splashed on the skin, promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap and water . Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adverse reaction. When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions. Care should be[...]

  • Page 228

    If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you[...]

  • Page 229

    with the recommended octane rating, see your dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage. Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems, try a different brand of unleaded gasoline. “ Premium ” unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles designed to use “ Regular ?[...]

  • Page 230

    Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used. ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Y our best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the driver . Y ou must gather information as accu[...]

  • Page 231

    • Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. Y our 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). 2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in gallons or liters[...]

  • Page 232

    • Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy . • Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy . • Y ou may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gear occurs. Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy . • W armi[...]

  • Page 233

    • Close windows for high speed driving. EP A window sticker Every new vehicle should have the EP A window sticker . Contact your dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle. The EP A window sticker should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles. It is important to note the box in the lower left corner[...]

  • Page 234

    Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment. Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By law , vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove [...]

  • Page 235

    soon light is on, refer to the description in the W arning lights and chimes section of the Instrument Cluster chapter . Y our vehicle may not pass the I/M test with the Check engine/Service engine soon light on. If the vehicle ’ s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced, the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a “ not ready[...]

  • Page 236

    4. Check the fluid level in the reservoir . It should be between the MIN and MAX lines. Do not add fluid if the level is in this range. 5. If the fluid is low , add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir . BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR Th[...]

  • Page 237

    2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake. 3. W ith the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal, start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage. 4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running. 5. Remove the di[...]

  • Page 238

    The transmission fluid should be in this range if at ambient temperature (10 ° C-35 ° C [50 ° F-95 ° F]). High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transmission failure. An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. High fluid levels can be caused by an over[...]

  • Page 239

    AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filter element listed. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter . Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove i[...]

  • Page 240

    MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 4.6L SOHC V8 engine Air filter element F A-1668 Fuel filter FG-986B Battery-standard BXT -65 – 650 Battery-heavy duty BXT -65 – 750 Oil filter FL-820-S PCV valve 1 Spark plugs 2 1 The PCV valve is a critical emission component. It is one of the items listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide and is essential to[...]

  • Page 241

    REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Capacity Engine oil (includes filter change) 6 Motorcraft SAE 5W -20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE 5W -20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) 5.7L (6.0 quarts) Brake fluid Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor V ehicle Brake Fluid 1 Fill to line on reservoir Power steering fluid Motorcra[...]

  • Page 242

    3 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity . Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler . The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick ’ s normal operating range. Police or Handling Package refill capacity-12.1L (12.8 quarts). 4 Add the coolant typ[...]

  • Page 243

    Item Ford part name Ford part number Ford specification Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 5W -20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE 5W -20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) XO-5W20-QSP (US) CXO-5W20 – LSP12 (Canada) WSS-M2C930-A with API Certification Mark Hinges, latches, striker plates, fuel filler door hinge and seat tracks Multi-Pur[...]

  • Page 244

    2 Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST -M2C118-A for complete refill of T raction-Lok rear axles. 3 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. T ransmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle. MERCON 威 and MERCON 威 V are not inter[...]

  • Page 245

    1 4 REVIEW COPY 2005 Crown V ictoria (cro) , Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002) , Market: USA_English (fus) Maintenance and Specifications 245[...]

  • Page 246

    IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Certification label The National Highway T raffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Certification label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification label may be located. The Certification label is located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver ’ s door or the edge of the drive[...]

  • Page 247

    Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and transfer case (if equipped). REVIEW COPY 2005 Crown V ictoria (cro) , Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002) , Market: USA_English (fus) Maintenance and Specifications 247[...]

  • Page 248

    GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local authorized Ford 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 [...]

  • Page 249

    Peace of mind First aid and safety kits Full vehicle covers Locking gas cap Remote start V ehicle security systems For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weigh[...]

  • Page 250

    A ABS (see Brakes) ..................... 164 Air bag supplemental restraint system ........................109–110, 117 and child safety seats ............ 112 description ......................110, 117 disposal .................................... 119 driver air bag ..................112, 118 indicator light ................. 117, 119 operation [...]

  • Page 251

    wheels ...................................... 205 wiper blades ............................ 206 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ............36 Clock adjust AM/FM ....................................... 28 AM/FM/CD ................................. 24 AM/FM/T ape .............................. 29 AM/FM/T ape/CD ....................[...]

  • Page 252

    Engine oil .................................. 213 change oil soon warning, message center ....................... 213 checking and adding .............. 213 dipstick .................................... 213 filter , specifications ........216, 240 recommendations ................... 216 refill capacities ........................ 241 specifications [...]

  • Page 253

    Instrument panel cleaning ................................... 207 cluster ........................................ 10 lighting up panel and interior ....................................... 40 J Jack ............................................ 136 positioning ............................... 136 storage ..................................... 136 Jump[...]

  • Page 254

    Power door locks .................. 77, 84 Power mirrors ............................. 61 Power point ................................. 60 Power steering .................. 168 – 169 fluid, checking and adding ....235 fluid, refill capacity ................241 fluid, specifications ................. 242 Power W indows ...........................6[...]

  • Page 255

    replacing .................................. 136 rotating .................................... 150 safety practices ....................... 148 sidewall information ...............142 snow tires and chains ............ 151 spare tire ......................... 136 – 137 terminology ............................. 132 tire grades ....................[...]

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