Owner's Manual
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... Child restraints 106 106 110 125 132 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control Air suspension Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing 143 143 147 149 151 152 156 158 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-... relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing 162 162 163 163 164 171 176 181 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 182 190 Cleaning 191 2 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... Child restraints 106 106 110 125 132 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control Air suspension Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing 143 143 147 149 151 152 156 158 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-... relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing 162 162 163 163 164 171 176 181 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 182 190 Cleaning 191 2 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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... check for more information). AIR SUSP CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km Low fuel (if equipped) Illuminates when the fuel level in this chapter for a burned-out bulb. 14 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (...post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) O/D off • Standard instrument cluster LOW FUEL O/D OFF • Optional instrument cluster CHECK AIR SUSPENSION DOOR OVERDRIVE OFF AJAR Illuminates when the overdrive function has been...
... check for more information). AIR SUSP CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km Low fuel (if equipped) Illuminates when the fuel level in this chapter for a burned-out bulb. 14 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (...post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) O/D off • Standard instrument cluster LOW FUEL O/D OFF • Optional instrument cluster CHECK AIR SUSPENSION DOOR OVERDRIVE OFF AJAR Illuminates when the overdrive function has been...
Owner's Manual
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...when either the SET/ACCEL or RESUME controls are turned on (if the trunk is open ). CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km 15 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) With the ignition ON, this light... will flash six times (if a door is low. CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR km MILES /...
...when either the SET/ACCEL or RESUME controls are turned on (if the trunk is open ). CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km 15 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) With the ignition ON, this light... will flash six times (if a door is low. CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR km MILES /...
Owner's Manual
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... MILES The message center allows you to: FLUID /GAL • see problems such as door ajar, TRUNK AJAR LTR/100 km air suspension, trunk ajar, washer DISTANCE AVG FUEL fluid low TO EMPTY ECONOMY TRIP TRIP AVG • see when overdrive has been deactivated ...center function to English units. RESET E/M SELECT RESET E/M SELECT 86 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driver Controls ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) The electronic message center only CHECK AIR SUSPENSION DOOR OVERDRIVE OFF AJAR works when the ignition is in the ON position...
... MILES The message center allows you to: FLUID /GAL • see problems such as door ajar, TRUNK AJAR LTR/100 km air suspension, trunk ajar, washer DISTANCE AVG FUEL fluid low TO EMPTY ECONOMY TRIP TRIP AVG • see when overdrive has been deactivated ...center function to English units. RESET E/M SELECT RESET E/M SELECT 86 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driver Controls ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) The electronic message center only CHECK AIR SUSPENSION DOOR OVERDRIVE OFF AJAR works when the ignition is in the ON position...
Owner's Manual
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...to decrease the driver's effort in your dealer or a qualified service technician. AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The air suspension system is designed to improve ride, handling and general vehicle performance during: ...suspension components Speed sensitive steering The steering in steering the vehicle. If the steering wanders or pulls, check for more effort. At lower speeds, maneuverability will decrease to steer your vehicle changes while driving at a constant level by your vehicle is speed sensitive. Power steering uses energy from the springs. 151 2003 Crown Victoria...
...to decrease the driver's effort in your dealer or a qualified service technician. AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The air suspension system is designed to improve ride, handling and general vehicle performance during: ...suspension components Speed sensitive steering The steering in steering the vehicle. If the steering wanders or pulls, check for more effort. At lower speeds, maneuverability will decrease to steer your vehicle changes while driving at a constant level by your vehicle is speed sensitive. Power steering uses energy from the springs. 151 2003 Crown Victoria...
Owner's Manual
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... the ON position and the brake pedal depressed: 1. WARNING OFF On vehicles equipped with To prevent sudden vehicle movement, Air Suspension, turn OFF turn off switch is AIR SUSPENSION located on the left side of P (Park) with a brake-shift interlock feature that a fuse has blown or ... out of the trunk. SWITCH If this switch is in the Roadside emergencies chapter. 152 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The air suspension shut-off air suspenthe Air Suspension switch prior to sion switch prior to N (Neutral). Driving If you cannot move the ...
... the ON position and the brake pedal depressed: 1. WARNING OFF On vehicles equipped with To prevent sudden vehicle movement, Air Suspension, turn OFF turn off switch is AIR SUSPENSION located on the left side of P (Park) with a brake-shift interlock feature that a fuse has blown or ... out of the trunk. SWITCH If this switch is in the Roadside emergencies chapter. 152 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The air suspension shut-off air suspenthe Air Suspension switch prior to sion switch prior to N (Neutral). Driving If you cannot move the ...
Owner's Manual
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... blower motor relay, Door lock switch illumination, Heated seat switch, Moonroof Reversing lamps, Shift lock, DRL module, VAP Steering, Electronic day/night mirror, Overhead console, Air suspension, Climate control, Heated seat module, Speed chime module (GCC only) Wiper motor Not used Brake lamps Spot lamp (Police vehicle option) LCM for park lamps...-hand low beam 16 15A 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 7.5A - 15A 20A 15A 20A 15A 24 25 26 10A 15A 10A 167 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... blower motor relay, Door lock switch illumination, Heated seat switch, Moonroof Reversing lamps, Shift lock, DRL module, VAP Steering, Electronic day/night mirror, Overhead console, Air suspension, Climate control, Heated seat module, Speed chime module (GCC only) Wiper motor Not used Brake lamps Spot lamp (Police vehicle option) LCM for park lamps...-hand low beam 16 15A 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 7.5A - 15A 20A 15A 20A 15A 24 25 26 10A 15A 10A 167 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...) Relay switch for PDB (Police vehicle option) Power relay switch feed (Police vehicle option) Ignition switch Feeds IP fuses 3, 5, 21, 23, 25, 27 VAP Steering, Air suspension compressor, Instrument cluster Ignition switch Wipers B+ feed for PDB (Police vehicle option) 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
...) Relay switch for PDB (Police vehicle option) Power relay switch feed (Police vehicle option) Ignition switch Feeds IP fuses 3, 5, 21, 23, 25, 27 VAP Steering, Air suspension compressor, Instrument cluster Ignition switch Wipers B+ feed for PDB (Police vehicle option) 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. 171 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not... Traction control switch relay Police vehicle relay Not used Moonroof relay Not used Blower motor relay Starter solenoid relay Air suspension relay Heated backlight relay Not used PCM diode Not used Not used Crown North America (Police vehicle option) 20A** Adjustable pedals, Power seat, Locks, Decklid, Lumbar, Decklid release ...
...Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. 171 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not... Traction control switch relay Police vehicle relay Not used Moonroof relay Not used Blower motor relay Starter solenoid relay Air suspension relay Heated backlight relay Not used PCM diode Not used Not used Crown North America (Police vehicle option) 20A** Adjustable pedals, Power seat, Locks, Decklid, Lumbar, Decklid release ...
Owner's Manual
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Place gearshift lever in P (Park), turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. OFF 173 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set parking brake. Remove the spare tire and ...
Place gearshift lever in P (Park), turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. OFF 173 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set parking brake. Remove the spare tire and ...
Owner's Manual
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Locate pry off the ground. circle). 174 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Insert and twist the handle, then pry against the wheel. 6. Rotate the lug wrench socket out ..., then place the jack (D) under the frame (A) of the Owner's Guide for more information. 4. Remove the lug wrench from the handle. Roadside Emergencies Refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter of the vehicle aligning it with the mark (B -
Locate pry off the ground. circle). 174 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Insert and twist the handle, then pry against the wheel. 6. Rotate the lug wrench socket out ..., then place the jack (D) under the frame (A) of the Owner's Guide for more information. 4. Remove the lug wrench from the handle. Roadside Emergencies Refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter of the vehicle aligning it with the mark (B -
Owner's Manual
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Turn on the air suspension switch (if equipped). 1 3 4 5 2 JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted. Preparing your vehicle When the ... operation is installed, the transmission must relearn its shift strategy. Do not disconnect the battery of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 176 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turn the heater fan on both vehicles to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. Roadside Emergencies 11...
Turn on the air suspension switch (if equipped). 1 3 4 5 2 JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted. Preparing your vehicle When the ... operation is installed, the transmission must relearn its shift strategy. Do not disconnect the battery of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 176 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turn the heater fan on both vehicles to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. Roadside Emergencies 11...
Owner's Manual
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... wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for your roadside assistance service provider. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. If the vehicle is recommended that your vehicle can be towed, the air suspension control in the luggage compartment must... your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your vehicle. 181 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Before your vehicle be turned to the OFF position (if equipped)....
... wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for your roadside assistance service provider. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. If the vehicle is recommended that your vehicle can be towed, the air suspension control in the luggage compartment must... your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your vehicle. 181 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Before your vehicle be turned to the OFF position (if equipped)....
Owner's Manual
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...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)
...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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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 ...11 ... ...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 ...11 ... ...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)
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing
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...wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and... (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 12 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
...wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and... (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 12 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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...and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) Replace fuel filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change automatic transmission.../transaxle fluid on all other vehicles, if equipped with AX4S, 4F50N, 4R100, 4F27E. Inspect automatic transmission fluid level on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 14 2003...
...and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) Replace fuel filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change automatic transmission.../transaxle fluid on all other vehicles, if equipped with AX4S, 4F50N, 4R100, 4F27E. Inspect automatic transmission fluid level on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 14 2003...
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... and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for optimal tire life. Rotation recommended for wear and rotate Replace cabin... air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped 16 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 40,000 miles...
... and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for optimal tire life. Rotation recommended for wear and rotate Replace cabin... air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped 16 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 40,000 miles...
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Rotation recommended for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) 18 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 60,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport ... wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for optimal tire life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 55,000 miles ...
Rotation recommended for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) 18 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 60,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport ... wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for optimal tire life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 55,000 miles ...
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... Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped Check air filter minder, replace filter as required (Focus PZEV engine... ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter Additional services for: Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter 21...
... Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped Check air filter minder, replace filter as required (Focus PZEV engine... ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter Additional services for: Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter 21...