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... AM/FM stereo cassette with CD AM/FM stereo cassette AM/FM stereo CD changer 22 22 31 38 42 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Electronic automatic temperature control 47 47 49 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement 54 54 56 56 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering... windows Mirrors Speed control Message center 63 63 64 74 75 77 86 Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 93 93 93 95 1 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... AM/FM stereo cassette with CD AM/FM stereo cassette AM/FM stereo CD changer 22 22 31 38 42 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Electronic automatic temperature control 47 47 49 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement 54 54 56 56 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering... windows Mirrors Speed control Message center 63 63 64 74 75 77 86 Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 93 93 93 95 1 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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... is above approximately 2°C (36°F). • Vent - Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. Mode Selector Control Controls the direction of interior window fogging. 47 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) This mode ... above approximately 2°C (36°F). The A/C compressor will only function if the outside air through the instrument panel registers. Climate Controls Climate Controls MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) LO OFF VENT FLOOR MIX NORM A/C MAX A/C HI Fan speed control...
... is above approximately 2°C (36°F). • Vent - Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. Mode Selector Control Controls the direction of interior window fogging. 47 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) This mode ... above approximately 2°C (36°F). The A/C compressor will only function if the outside air through the instrument panel registers. Climate Controls Climate Controls MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) LO OFF VENT FLOOR MIX NORM A/C MAX A/C HI Fan speed control...
Owner's Manual
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... of the windshield. • To increase the efficiency of your vehicle in Off mode. Climate Controls • Floor - Distributes outside air through the floor ducts, the windshield defroster ducts and the side window demisters. They may reduce visibility, fall into the ducts, or...if equipped), recirculation control (if equipped), or Off mode when turning off the ignition. • Under snowy or dirty weather conditions, leave your climate control system. 48 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Do not drive with the climate control system in Max ...
... of the windshield. • To increase the efficiency of your vehicle in Off mode. Climate Controls • Floor - Distributes outside air through the floor ducts, the windshield defroster ducts and the side window demisters. They may reduce visibility, fall into the ducts, or...if equipped), recirculation control (if equipped), or Off mode when turning off the ignition. • Under snowy or dirty weather conditions, leave your climate control system. 48 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Do not drive with the climate control system in Max ...
Owner's Manual
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... TEMPERATURE CONTROL (EATC) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The EATC system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location and if outside air or recirculated air is required. Upon engine warm up, the system will be sent to select airflow locations and the fan speed. However,... 3. Set the temperature control to automatic operation, press Automatic/AUTO. 49 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Select Vent. 2. When in a collision or sudden stop. If unusual conditions exist (i.e.-window fogging, etc.), the manual overrides allow you to the floor...
... TEMPERATURE CONTROL (EATC) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The EATC system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location and if outside air or recirculated air is required. Upon engine warm up, the system will be sent to select airflow locations and the fan speed. However,... 3. Set the temperature control to automatic operation, press Automatic/AUTO. 49 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Select Vent. 2. When in a collision or sudden stop. If unusual conditions exist (i.e.-window fogging, etc.), the manual overrides allow you to the floor...
Owner's Manual
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... not drive with the climate control system in cold weather conditions: 1. Set the temperature control to HI 4. Distributes outside air through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than that sent to the outer panel vents, close the central panel vents. 52 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Do...
... not drive with the climate control system in cold weather conditions: 1. Set the temperature control to HI 4. Distributes outside air through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than that sent to the outer panel vents, close the central panel vents. 52 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Do...
Owner's Manual
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... magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. The overhead console displays the compass heading in one of the display... is the current zone. 3. Hold down the MODE button for more details. 4. Refer to enter zone mode. Release the MODE button. 67 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The directional heading will be displayed. To set the compass zone: 1. A...
... magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. The overhead console displays the compass heading in one of the display... is the current zone. 3. Hold down the MODE button for more details. 4. Refer to enter zone mode. Release the MODE button. 67 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The directional heading will be displayed. To set the compass zone: 1. A...
Owner's Manual
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Press to move the front portion of air bag-related injuries. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is able to analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help further... occupants in a variety of the seat cushion up or down . Seating and Safety Restraints Press to move the rear portion of frontal crash situations. 110 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Press to move the front portion of air bag-related injuries. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is able to analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help further... occupants in a variety of the seat cushion up or down . Seating and Safety Restraints Press to move the rear portion of frontal crash situations. 110 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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... inflation energy. The fact that something is used for both stages of the dual-stage air bag supplemental restraints based on crash severity and occupant conditions. A higher energy level is wrong with impact and safing sensors • Restraint system warning light and ... system can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle's safety devices according to activate these safety devices. Rather, it provides valuable 111 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints Your vehicle's Personal Safety System consists of ...
... inflation energy. The fact that something is used for both stages of the dual-stage air bag supplemental restraints based on crash severity and occupant conditions. A higher energy level is wrong with impact and safing sensors • Restraint system warning light and ... system can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle's safety devices according to activate these safety devices. Rather, it provides valuable 111 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints Your vehicle's Personal Safety System consists of ...
Owner's Manual
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...and the circuits for the air bag supplemental restraints, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt buckle sensors, driver seat position sensor, and passenger occupant classification sensor. The safety belt pretensioners can be pulled out of a collision. 113 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (...and controlled manner in the instrument cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the safety belts and helps properly position the occupant relative to the air bag to Energy management feature section in this chapter. Front safety belt energy management ...
...and the circuits for the air bag supplemental restraints, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt buckle sensors, driver seat position sensor, and passenger occupant classification sensor. The safety belt pretensioners can be pulled out of a collision. 113 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (...and controlled manner in the instrument cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the safety belts and helps properly position the occupant relative to the air bag to Energy management feature section in this chapter. Front safety belt energy management ...
Owner's Manual
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... instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. 129 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) A difficulty with a deploying air bag. Side air bag system (if equipped) Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the...technician immediately. Refer to indicate the condition of the system. Seating and Safety Restraints If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will increase the risk of injury in a collision. If the air bag is not required. Routine maintenance of the air bag is not replaced, the ...
... instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. 129 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) A difficulty with a deploying air bag. Side air bag system (if equipped) Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the...technician immediately. Refer to indicate the condition of the system. Seating and Safety Restraints If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will increase the risk of injury in a collision. If the air bag is not required. Routine maintenance of the air bag is not replaced, the ...
Owner's Manual
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...in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the following: • The readiness light (same light as for front air bag system) will be inspected and serviced by the collision will either flash or stay lit. 131 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA ...English (fus) Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Seating and Safety Restraints The side air bags are designed to inflate in side-impact collisions, not ...
...in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the following: • The readiness light (same light as for front air bag system) will be inspected and serviced by the collision will either flash or stay lit. 131 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA ...English (fus) Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Seating and Safety Restraints The side air bags are designed to inflate in side-impact collisions, not ...
Owner's Manual
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... the vehicle is stopped for a long period of an engine block heater is present in at least 2.5 cm (one inch) or adjust the heating or air conditioning to 3 (OFF), wait 10 seconds and try again; Excessive cranking could damage the starter. 4 3 5 2 1 Note: If the engine does not start ...START), then release the key as soon as the engine starts. Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is strongly recommended if you live in fresh air. 146 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Using the engine block heater (if equipped) Use of time, open the ...
... the vehicle is stopped for a long period of an engine block heater is present in at least 2.5 cm (one inch) or adjust the heating or air conditioning to 3 (OFF), wait 10 seconds and try again; Excessive cranking could damage the starter. 4 3 5 2 1 Note: If the engine does not start ...START), then release the key as soon as the engine starts. Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is strongly recommended if you live in fresh air. 146 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Using the engine block heater (if equipped) Use of time, open the ...
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At high speeds, steering assist will be increased. Power steering uses energy from the springs. 151 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned ...speed, have the power steering system checked by your vehicle at a constant level by automatically adding air or releasing air from the engine to improve ride, handling and general vehicle performance during: • Certain road conditions • Steering maneuvers • Braking • Accelerations This system keeps the rear of alignment ...
At high speeds, steering assist will be increased. Power steering uses energy from the springs. 151 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned ...speed, have the power steering system checked by your vehicle at a constant level by automatically adding air or releasing air from the engine to improve ride, handling and general vehicle performance during: • Certain road conditions • Steering maneuvers • Braking • Accelerations This system keeps the rear of alignment ...
Owner's Manual
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..., proceed very slowly. It does not include occupants or aftermarket equipment. 156 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Under normal conditions, the Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle. Water may also enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your engine. Wet brakes do not stop the...
..., proceed very slowly. It does not include occupants or aftermarket equipment. 156 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Under normal conditions, the Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle. Water may also enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your engine. Wet brakes do not stop the...
Owner's Manual
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...all eight bars and a tone will sound every five seconds for one minute. 211 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine. Maintenance and Specifications How fail-safe cooling works •... begins to overheat: • The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to alternating cylinder operation. If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine will still operate. However: • The engine power will be limited. • The air conditioning system will be disabled.
...all eight bars and a tone will sound every five seconds for one minute. 211 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine. Maintenance and Specifications How fail-safe cooling works •... begins to overheat: • The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to alternating cylinder operation. If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine will still operate. However: • The engine power will be limited. • The air conditioning system will be disabled.
Owner's Manual
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... traveling at 105 km/h [65 mph]). • Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. • You may waste fuel. • Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to... accurate estimate of the simple calculations in reduced fuel economy. 218 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) After at least one of the vehicle's fuel economy under current driving conditions. Subtract your fuel economy. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation ...
... traveling at 105 km/h [65 mph]). • Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. • You may waste fuel. • Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to... accurate estimate of the simple calculations in reduced fuel economy. 218 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) After at least one of the vehicle's fuel economy under current driving conditions. Subtract your fuel economy. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation ...
Owner's Manual
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...damage. The use only the Motorcraft air filter element listed. Refer to ensure good sealing. 5. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to Motorcraft Part Numbers. DON'T ADD An overfill condition of transmission fluid may affect transmission... maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover. Replace the air inlet tube and secure the clamp. 225 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA ...
...damage. The use only the Motorcraft air filter element listed. Refer to ensure good sealing. 5. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to Motorcraft Part Numbers. DON'T ADD An overfill condition of transmission fluid may affect transmission... maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover. Replace the air inlet tube and secure the clamp. 225 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA ...
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...child safety seats ...127 description ...125, 129 disposal ...132 driver air bag ...127, 130 indicator light ...13, 129, 131 operation ...127, 130 passenger air bag ...127, 130 side air bag ...129 Air cleaner filter ...225, 230 Air conditioning ...49 manual heating and air conditioning system ...47 Air suspension ...151 description ...151 warning light ...14 Antifreeze (see ...Child safety seats ...135 attaching with tether straps ..139 in front seat ...137 in rear seat ...137 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...192 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
...child safety seats ...127 description ...125, 129 disposal ...132 driver air bag ...127, 130 indicator light ...13, 129, 131 operation ...127, 130 passenger air bag ...127, 130 side air bag ...129 Air cleaner filter ...225, 230 Air conditioning ...49 manual heating and air conditioning system ...47 Air suspension ...151 description ...151 warning light ...14 Antifreeze (see ...Child safety seats ...135 attaching with tether straps ..139 in front seat ...137 in rear seat ...137 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...192 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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... Customer Assistance ...162 Ford accessories for your vehicle ...196 Ford Extended Service Plan ...184 Getting assistance outside the U.S. Index instrument panel ...194 interior ...194-195 interior trim ...194 plastic parts ...193 safety belts ...195 washing ...191 waxing ...191 wheels ...192 wiper blades ...193 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ...47... specifications ...232-233 refill capacities ...230 service points ...199 starting after a collision ...163 Engine block heater ...146 Engine oil ...200 241 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... Customer Assistance ...162 Ford accessories for your vehicle ...196 Ford Extended Service Plan ...184 Getting assistance outside the U.S. Index instrument panel ...194 interior ...194-195 interior trim ...194 plastic parts ...193 safety belts ...195 washing ...191 waxing ...191 wheels ...192 wiper blades ...193 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ...47... specifications ...232-233 refill capacities ...230 service points ...199 starting after a collision ...163 Engine block heater ...146 Engine oil ...200 241 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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Index Heating heating and air conditioning system ...47, 49 HomeLink universal transceiver (see Garage door opener) ...70, 82, 85 Hood ...198 I Ignition ......56-57 replacing bulbs ...56-57, 59, 61 Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ...56 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 air bag ...13 air suspension ...14 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...12, 148 brake ...12 charging system ...13 check engine ...10 fuel cap light ...... ...156 GAWR ...156 GVWR ...156 trailer towing ...156 Locks autolock ...99 childproof ...94 doors ...93 243 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Index Heating heating and air conditioning system ...47, 49 HomeLink universal transceiver (see Garage door opener) ...70, 82, 85 Hood ...198 I Ignition ......56-57 replacing bulbs ...56-57, 59, 61 Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ...56 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 air bag ...13 air suspension ...14 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...12, 148 brake ...12 charging system ...13 check engine ...10 fuel cap light ...... ...156 GAWR ...156 GVWR ...156 trailer towing ...156 Locks autolock ...99 childproof ...94 doors ...93 243 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)