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only) 182 190 Cleaning 191 2 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags 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...
only) 182 190 Cleaning 191 2 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags 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...
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...). If the lights stay on . 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 turned OFF using LOW km WASHER MILES the transmission control switch FLUID /GAL ...or the air suspension system requires servicing. 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...
...). If the lights stay on . 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 turned OFF using LOW km WASHER MILES the transmission control switch FLUID /GAL ...or the air suspension system requires servicing. 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...
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... the ignition in RUN position, a tone will flash six times (if a door 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) Low washer fluid Momentarily illuminates when the ignition... or RESUME controls are turned on when you turn the ignition to ON. CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km ...
... the ignition in RUN position, a tone will flash six times (if a door 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) Low washer fluid Momentarily illuminates when the ignition... or RESUME controls are turned on when you turn the ignition to ON. CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km ...
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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. LOW km... 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 how many kilometers/miles ... the message center display from metric to zero. 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. LOW km... 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 how many kilometers/miles ... the message center display from metric to zero. RESET E/M SELECT RESET E/M SELECT 86 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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.... Power steering uses energy from the springs. 151 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the steering wanders or pulls, check for more effort. AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The air suspension system is running. • Do not operate the...Certain road conditions • Steering maneuvers • Braking • Accelerations This system keeps the rear of alignment • Loose or worn suspension components Speed sensitive steering The steering in center of road • High crosswinds • Wheels out of your vehicle at a constant ...
.... Power steering uses energy from the springs. 151 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the steering wanders or pulls, check for more effort. AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The air suspension system is running. • Do not operate the...Certain road conditions • Steering maneuvers • Braking • Accelerations This system keeps the rear of alignment • Loose or worn suspension components Speed sensitive steering The steering in center of road • High crosswinds • Wheels out of your vehicle at a constant ...
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... key is in the Roadside emergencies chapter. 152 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Refer to LOCK, then remove the key. 2. WARNING OFF On vehicles equipped with To prevent sudden vehicle movement, Air Suspension, turn OFF turn off switch is possible that ...is depressed. OFF-ARRET vehicle. Apply the brake pedal and shift to OFF. Driving If you cannot move the gearshift lever, it is AIR SUSPENSION located on the left side of P (Park) with a brake-shift interlock feature that a fuse has blown or the vehicle's brakelamps are...
... key is in the Roadside emergencies chapter. 152 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Refer to LOCK, then remove the key. 2. WARNING OFF On vehicles equipped with To prevent sudden vehicle movement, Air Suspension, turn OFF turn off switch is possible that ...is depressed. OFF-ARRET vehicle. Apply the brake pedal and shift to OFF. Driving If you cannot move the gearshift lever, it is AIR SUSPENSION located on the left side of P (Park) with a brake-shift interlock feature that a fuse has blown or the vehicle's brakelamps are...
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...The weight of your loaded trailer should not exceed 2,993 kg (6,600 lbs). Do not exceed the GVWR specified on the tongue. 158 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of...'s door, lists several important vehicle weight rating limitations. Driving The Certification Label, found on your vehicle's engine, transmission, brakes, tires and suspension. Towing a trailer places an additional load on the inside pillar of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, and/or personal injury.
...The weight of your loaded trailer should not exceed 2,993 kg (6,600 lbs). Do not exceed the GVWR specified on the tongue. 158 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of...'s door, lists several important vehicle weight rating limitations. Driving The Certification Label, found on your vehicle's engine, transmission, brakes, tires and suspension. Towing a trailer places an additional load on the inside pillar of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, and/or personal injury.
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... 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)
... 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)
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... used Ignition switch Cooling fan (engine) Blower motor Heated backlight relay PCM power relay Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Crown North America (Police vehicle option) Crown North America (Police vehicle option) Light bar (Police vehicle option) 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)
... used Ignition switch Cooling fan (engine) Blower motor Heated backlight relay PCM power relay Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Crown North America (Police vehicle option) Crown North America (Police vehicle option) Light bar (Police vehicle option) 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)
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...not apply the brake heavily. 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) Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 118 201 ...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 ...
...not apply the brake heavily. 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) Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 118 201 ...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 ...
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...8226; B - behind the full size spare tire On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn engine OFF and block the diagonally opposite wheel. 3. Place gearshift lever in P (Park), turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. Roadside Emergencies If the ...vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. 1. Remove the spare tire and the jack. OFF 173 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002...
...8226; B - behind the full size spare tire On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn engine OFF and block the diagonally opposite wheel. 3. Place gearshift lever in P (Park), turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. Roadside Emergencies If the ...vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. 1. Remove the spare tire and the jack. OFF 173 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002...
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... loosen the five black plastic nuts which retain the wheelcover using the lug wrench. 7. Rotate the lug wrench socket out from the jack. 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. Loosen each wheel lug nut one...) and remove the center ornament from the aluminum wheel with the tapered end of the Owner's Guide for more information. 4. A 5. Roadside Emergencies Refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter of the wheel nut wrench that came with the mark (B -
... loosen the five black plastic nuts which retain the wheelcover using the lug wrench. 7. Rotate the lug wrench socket out from the jack. 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. Loosen each wheel lug nut one...) and remove the center ornament from the aluminum wheel with the tapered end of the Owner's Guide for more information. 4. A 5. Roadside Emergencies Refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter of the wheel nut wrench that came with the mark (B -
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...When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation. 1. Turn the heater fan 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 ...An explosion could damage the vehicle's electrical system. 3. Do not attempt to the hood of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 176 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) also, the catalytic converter may have push-start your vehicle. 2. As a ...
...When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation. 1. Turn the heater fan 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 ...An explosion could damage the vehicle's electrical system. 3. Do not attempt to the hood of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 176 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) also, the catalytic converter may have push-start your vehicle. 2. As a ...
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...suspension control in the luggage compartment must be towed with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. Roadside Emergencies 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 vehicle. 181 2003 Crown Victoria... (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) It is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual ...
...suspension control in the luggage compartment must be towed with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. Roadside Emergencies 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 vehicle. 181 2003 Crown Victoria... (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) It is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual ...
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... size and grade as originally offered by Ford. If you currently have all tires are listed on the label. Do not remove these precautions, your speedometer. Tires that the chains do not follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains. 229 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt... these precautions may not drive properly and safely. Failure to use tire chains on your vehicle have on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not use snow tires and chains. The tires on your vehicle.
... size and grade as originally offered by Ford. If you currently have all tires are listed on the label. Do not remove these precautions, your speedometer. Tires that the chains do not follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains. 229 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt... these precautions may not drive properly and safely. Failure to use tire chains on your vehicle have on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not use snow tires and chains. The tires on your vehicle.
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... 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 Engine coolant) ...206 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...147-148 Audio system (see Radio) ...22, 31... belts ...132 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)
... 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 Engine coolant) ...206 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...147-148 Audio system (see Radio) ...22, 31... belts ...132 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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... lamps ...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 high beam ...15 low fuel ...14... Limited slip axle (see Traction Loc) ...156 Load limits ...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)
... lamps ...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 high beam ...15 low fuel ...14... Limited slip axle (see Traction Loc) ...156 Load limits ...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)
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...rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, 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 wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, ... 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)
...rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, 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 wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, ... 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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... parking brake system Inspect 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 wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) Replace fuel filter (...filter, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 14 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
... parking brake system Inspect 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 wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) Replace fuel filter (...filter, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 14 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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... & hoses, 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 Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks...
... & hoses, 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 Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks...