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only) 168 176 Cleaning 177 2 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 87 87 91 105 112 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control Air suspension Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 124 124 128 131 133 134 139 141 144 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing 145 145 146 146 147 155 161 167 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S.
only) 168 176 Cleaning 177 2 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 87 87 91 105 112 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control Air suspension Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 124 124 128 131 133 134 139 141 144 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing 145 145 146 146 147 155 161 167 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S.
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... whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2003 Ford Motor Company 3 Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Air filter(s) Tire Information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 183 185 ...186 190 198 212 214 226 227 228 Accessories Index 235 237 All rights reserved. Ford may change the contents without ...
... whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2003 Ford Motor Company 3 Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Air filter(s) Tire Information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 183 185 ...186 190 198 212 214 226 227 228 Accessories Index 235 237 All rights reserved. Ford may change the contents without ...
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...and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will automatically cut off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) This Owner's Guide describes every option and model variant available and ... and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Remember to pass on acquiring your new Ford. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off the fuel supply to the engine. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on this handbook. Furthermore, due to printing ...
...and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will automatically cut off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) This Owner's Guide describes every option and model variant available and ... and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Remember to pass on acquiring your new Ford. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off the fuel supply to the engine. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on this handbook. Furthermore, due to printing ...
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... vehicle is fitted with features and options that are different from the ones that complements this Owner's Guide for all other required information and warnings. 7 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Notice to read the Severe Duty Owner's Guide supplement. MIDDLE EAST/NORTH AFRICA VEHICLE ...Before you drive your vehicle, be placed in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Notice to this book. Refer to owners of natural gas fueled vehicles Before you drive your vehicle, be equipped with sophisticated electronic controls.
... vehicle is fitted with features and options that are different from the ones that complements this Owner's Guide for all other required information and warnings. 7 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Notice to read the Severe Duty Owner's Guide supplement. MIDDLE EAST/NORTH AFRICA VEHICLE ...Before you drive your vehicle, be placed in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Notice to this book. Refer to owners of natural gas fueled vehicles Before you drive your vehicle, be equipped with sophisticated electronic controls.
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... Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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...time, seek service immediately from your servicing dealership. Instrument Cluster misfire is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could...damage your vehicle serviced immediately. Check fuel cap: Illuminates when CHECK the fuel cap may cause the Service engine soon warning light to Fuel filler cap in a position between ON and START, or by your dealer immediately. 11 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-...
...time, seek service immediately from your servicing dealership. Instrument Cluster misfire is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could...damage your vehicle serviced immediately. Check fuel cap: Illuminates when CHECK the fuel cap may cause the Service engine soon warning light to Fuel filler cap in a position between ON and START, or by your dealer immediately. 11 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-...
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...high beam headlamps are turned on . 13 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the light flashes steadily, have the system serviced immediately. Low fuel (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is exceeded or the air suspension system...; Standard instrument cluster CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km LOW FUEL O/D OFF • Optional instrument cluster CHECK AIR SUSPENSION DOOR OVERDRIVE OFF AJAR Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has ...
...high beam headlamps are turned on . 13 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the light flashes steadily, have the system serviced immediately. Low fuel (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is exceeded or the air suspension system...; Standard instrument cluster CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km LOW FUEL O/D OFF • Optional instrument cluster CHECK AIR SUSPENSION DOOR OVERDRIVE OFF AJAR Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has ...
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...2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If less than four gallons is added, the gauge will take between five and ten minutes to instantaneously update. Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for the gauge to update. The fuel.... • Standard instrument cluster F FUEL E • Optional instrument cluster A minimum of four gallons must be added or removed from the fuel tank in the ON position). Instrument Cluster Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in ...
...2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If less than four gallons is added, the gauge will take between five and ten minutes to instantaneously update. Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for the gauge to update. The fuel.... • Standard instrument cluster F FUEL E • Optional instrument cluster A minimum of four gallons must be added or removed from the fuel tank in the ON position). Instrument Cluster Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in ...
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RESET E/M SELECT RESET E/M SELECT 68 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The only functions which can drive before running out of fuel • see how many kilometers/miles A B SPEED you can be reset are: • AVG ECON • TRIP A or TRIP B • AVG SPEED E/M Press this control... 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 • monitor the average...
RESET E/M SELECT RESET E/M SELECT 68 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The only functions which can drive before running out of fuel • see how many kilometers/miles A B SPEED you can be reset are: • AVG ECON • TRIP A or TRIP B • AVG SPEED E/M Press this control... 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 • monitor the average...
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... and sound a tone for 1 second when you have approximately: • 80 km (50 miles) left before you can drive TRIP TRIP AVG with the fuel remaining in your tank A B SPEED under normal driving conditions. Message center functions DISTANCE TO EMPTY (DTE) This function estimates DISTANCE AVG... the function to the right. • Press the left side of the control to advance the function to the left side of fuel • 40 km (25 miles) • 16 km (10 miles) 69 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) To reset any function: RESET E/M SELECT 1.
... and sound a tone for 1 second when you have approximately: • 80 km (50 miles) left before you can drive TRIP TRIP AVG with the fuel remaining in your tank A B SPEED under normal driving conditions. Message center functions DISTANCE TO EMPTY (DTE) This function estimates DISTANCE AVG... the function to the right. • Press the left side of the control to advance the function to the left side of fuel • 40 km (25 miles) • 16 km (10 miles) 69 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) To reset any function: RESET E/M SELECT 1.
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... (gallons) Press the RESET control while AVG RESET E/M SELECT ECON is the average since the last reset. 70 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The running average fuel economy, which is based on the fuel pumps at service stations • variations in top-off points on your DISTANCE AVG...
... (gallons) Press the RESET control while AVG RESET E/M SELECT ECON is the average since the last reset. 70 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The running average fuel economy, which is based on the fuel pumps at service stations • variations in top-off points on your DISTANCE AVG...
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... moving , the average speed is displayed at any time. DISTANCE TO EMPTY TRIP A DISTANCE TO EMPTY TRIP A TRIP B TRIP B AVG FUEL ECONOMY AVG SPEED AVG FUEL ECONOMY AVG SPEED RESET E/M SELECT AVG SPEED (average speed) Select this function to display your vehicle is located on the driver's door trim... button with your average speed. INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL The remote trunk release control is not moving to calculate your master key. 71 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Trip A and Trip B are completely independent and must be reset individually.
... moving , the average speed is displayed at any time. DISTANCE TO EMPTY TRIP A DISTANCE TO EMPTY TRIP A TRIP B TRIP B AVG FUEL ECONOMY AVG SPEED AVG FUEL ECONOMY AVG SPEED RESET E/M SELECT AVG SPEED (average speed) Select this function to display your vehicle is located on the driver's door trim... button with your average speed. INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL The remote trunk release control is not moving to calculate your master key. 71 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Trip A and Trip B are completely independent and must be reset individually.
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...the engine and all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator before or during starting is not 5 running. 2. Extended idling at high engine speeds ... key removal. 1 3. Warning lights illuminated. START, cranks the engine. Driving Driving STARTING Positions of fire or other damage. 124 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Key position when driving. 5. This position also allows the automatic ...
...the engine and all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator before or during starting is not 5 running. 2. Extended idling at high engine speeds ... key removal. 1 3. Warning lights illuminated. START, cranks the engine. Driving Driving STARTING Positions of fire or other damage. 124 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Key position when driving. 5. This position also allows the automatic ...
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... engine does not start , press the accelerator to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver's safety belt is flooded with the fuel shut off in a region where temperatures reach -10°F (-23°C) or below. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. If the engine still... fails to start within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to crank with fuel. For best results, plug the heater in the night before starting the vehicle. 127 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving Make sure the corresponding lights...
... engine does not start , press the accelerator to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver's safety belt is flooded with the fuel shut off in a region where temperatures reach -10°F (-23°C) or below. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. If the engine still... fails to start within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to crank with fuel. For best results, plug the heater in the night before starting the vehicle. 127 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving Make sure the corresponding lights...
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...computer. Your vehicle has an automatic parking brake release (except for optimum traction several times a second and adjustments are made accordingly. 131 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) TRACTION CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be detected by the ...Any excessive wheel spin is controlled by detecting and controlling wheel spin. Engine torque reduction is realized via the fully electronic spark and fuel injection systems. This process is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle. Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, ...
...computer. Your vehicle has an automatic parking brake release (except for optimum traction several times a second and adjustments are made accordingly. 131 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) TRACTION CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be detected by the ...Any excessive wheel spin is controlled by detecting and controlling wheel spin. Engine torque reduction is realized via the fully electronic spark and fuel injection systems. This process is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle. Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, ...
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... position. (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is latched in R (Reverse), the vehicle will illuminate on the instrument cluster. • Standard instrument cluster O/D OFF 136 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus...
... position. (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is latched in R (Reverse), the vehicle will illuminate on the instrument cluster. • Standard instrument cluster O/D OFF 136 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus...
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... from the vehicle's Safety Certification Label and Tire Label: Base Curb Weight - is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - is the weight of your new vehicle when you in substandard vehicle handling, performance,... found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by a single axle (front or rear). Properly loading your dealership. 139 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving VEHICLE LOADING - WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will provide maximum...
... from the vehicle's Safety Certification Label and Tire Label: Base Curb Weight - is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - is the weight of your new vehicle when you in substandard vehicle handling, performance,... found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by a single axle (front or rear). Properly loading your dealership. 139 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving VEHICLE LOADING - WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will provide maximum...
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... who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-521-4140. 145 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Roadside assistance will cover: • changing a flat tire • jump-starts • lock-out assistance • limited fuel delivery • towing of the nearest Ford Motor Company dealership (one tow per disablement). This program...
... who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-521-4140. 145 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Roadside assistance will cover: • changing a flat tire • jump-starts • lock-out assistance • limited fuel delivery • towing of the nearest Ford Motor Company dealership (one tow per disablement). This program...
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... is off. • The hazard lights control is a device intended to stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH FUEL RESET The fuel pump shut-off switch is located on top of vehicle breakdown, approaching danger, etc. If...BASIC WARRANTY In the United States, you need to turn the flashers off switch may have been activated. 146 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1-800-665-2006. For more information and enrollment, contact 1-877-294-2582 ...
... is off. • The hazard lights control is a device intended to stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH FUEL RESET The fuel pump shut-off switch is located on top of vehicle breakdown, approaching danger, etc. If...BASIC WARRANTY In the United States, you need to turn the flashers off switch may have been activated. 146 2004 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1-800-665-2006. For more information and enrollment, contact 1-877-294-2582 ...