Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing
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...typical, everyday conditions? change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid Normal vehicle axle - For the most closely mirrors your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under ЉExceptionsЉ on page 45 Engine oil and Premium Gold coolant - Towing or ...primarily under which you drive your driving habits and the conditions under the special operating conditions outlined below . time and mileage based interval Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles - GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Determine which maintenance schedule to follow the maintenance schedule that most part,...
...typical, everyday conditions? change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid Normal vehicle axle - For the most closely mirrors your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under ЉExceptionsЉ on page 45 Engine oil and Premium Gold coolant - Towing or ...primarily under which you drive your driving habits and the conditions under the special operating conditions outlined below . time and mileage based interval Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles - GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Determine which maintenance schedule to follow the maintenance schedule that most part,...
Warranty Guide 5th Printing
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...repair not completed within the warranty period, Ford will reimburse you for all warranted parts that have not been "certified" by non-Ford parts that you use non-Ford parts. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). and (b) the labor charges (based on your emissions warranty coverage. If ...you decide to use replacement parts that are not equivalent to Ford parts, your vehicle's emissions ...
...repair not completed within the warranty period, Ford will reimburse you for all warranted parts that have not been "certified" by non-Ford parts that you use non-Ford parts. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). and (b) the labor charges (based on your emissions warranty coverage. If ...you decide to use replacement parts that are not equivalent to Ford parts, your vehicle's emissions ...
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...Warranty may also be voided, and the vehicle modifier may be used. 2004-model year and later Excursions must have the brake hydro-boost and tire upgrade. Important information about limousine conversions Ford Motor Company authorizes only those Qualified Vehicle Modifiers (QVM's) of 11,.../85R16 E tires may determine whether the ambulance manufacturer has followed Ford's recommendations by inspecting the information plate on Ford Excursions modified into limousines cannot exceed the maximum extension of 140 inches beyond the standard wheel base, or has a GVWR of over 11,000 pounds, then ...
...Warranty may also be voided, and the vehicle modifier may be used. 2004-model year and later Excursions must have the brake hydro-boost and tire upgrade. Important information about limousine conversions Ford Motor Company authorizes only those Qualified Vehicle Modifiers (QVM's) of 11,.../85R16 E tires may determine whether the ambulance manufacturer has followed Ford's recommendations by inspecting the information plate on Ford Excursions modified into limousines cannot exceed the maximum extension of 140 inches beyond the standard wheel base, or has a GVWR of over 11,000 pounds, then ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Hazard Warning Flasher Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Introduction These...
... Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Hazard Warning Flasher Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Introduction These...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...be displayed in the OFF position. Do not drive with the air flow selector in half-degree increments. This also reduces side window fogging. 24 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Exterior readings are most accurate when the vehicle is parked. • Remove any ...of the dash, usually blow out a small amount of airflow in order to reduce side window fogging. • Outboard panel registers, located at the base of the windshield. • With the ignition in Floor, Floor/Defrost, and Defrost modes. The set point temperatures in Celsius will be heard. ...
...be displayed in the OFF position. Do not drive with the air flow selector in half-degree increments. This also reduces side window fogging. 24 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Exterior readings are most accurate when the vehicle is parked. • Remove any ...of the dash, usually blow out a small amount of airflow in order to reduce side window fogging. • Outboard panel registers, located at the base of the windshield. • With the ignition in Floor, Floor/Defrost, and Defrost modes. The set point temperatures in Celsius will be heard. ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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..., then open the hood. 2. Remove the nut from the bulb by rotating it counterclockwise (when viewed from the rear) to retain the new bulb. 32 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Lights Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Pry up the two retainer pins to... release the headlamp assembly from the bulb socket, and slide the ring off the plastic base. Remove the bulb retaining ring by pulling rearward. 5. Keep the ring to free it from the vehicle. 3.
..., then open the hood. 2. Remove the nut from the bulb by rotating it counterclockwise (when viewed from the rear) to retain the new bulb. 32 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Lights Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Pry up the two retainer pins to... release the headlamp assembly from the bulb socket, and slide the ring off the plastic base. Remove the bulb retaining ring by pulling rearward. 5. Keep the ring to free it from the vehicle. 3.
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... the bulb left or right to break the next time the headlamps are aligned, push the bulb into the lamp assembly until it again. 33 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Connect the electrical connector to align it snaps into the lamp assembly. If the headlamp was... you changed the bulb, you should be cleaned with the tabs in the lamp assembly. Grasp the bulb only by rotating clockwise until the plastic base contacts the rear of the lamp assembly. Install the headlamp on vehicle by pulling it should not need to the bulb. 4. Note: If the ...
... the bulb left or right to break the next time the headlamps are aligned, push the bulb into the lamp assembly until it again. 33 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Connect the electrical connector to align it snaps into the lamp assembly. If the headlamp was... you changed the bulb, you should be cleaned with the tabs in the lamp assembly. Grasp the bulb only by rotating clockwise until the plastic base contacts the rear of the lamp assembly. Install the headlamp on vehicle by pulling it should not need to the bulb. 4. Note: If the ...
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... 1 in a crash during our lifetime. 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles of home. data) Reasons given..."Crashes are uncomfortable" 82 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The more we drive, the more we are uncomfortable try different positions for not wearing... safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S. this can improve comfort. "I'm not going far" "Belts are rare events" Consider...36700 crashes occur every day. Seating and Safety ...
... 1 in a crash during our lifetime. 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles of home. data) Reasons given..."Crashes are uncomfortable" 82 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The more we drive, the more we are uncomfortable try different positions for not wearing... safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S. this can improve comfort. "I'm not going far" "Belts are rare events" Consider...36700 crashes occur every day. Seating and Safety ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...or without a trailer. Properly loading your vehicle will guide you picked it up from the vehicle's Safety Certification Label and Tire Label: Base Curb Weight - It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is ...the weight of your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. Overloading or improperly loading your loaded vehicle weight within its GAWR. 121 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on...
...or without a trailer. Properly loading your vehicle will guide you picked it up from the vehicle's Safety Certification Label and Tire Label: Base Curb Weight - It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is ...the weight of your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. Overloading or improperly loading your loaded vehicle weight within its GAWR. 121 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... engine components. • Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. 159 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are coated with brush agitation to ...available from your dealer. The high-pressure fluid could wear away the clearcoat finish over time. • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover...
... engine components. • Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. 159 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are coated with brush agitation to ...available from your dealer. The high-pressure fluid could wear away the clearcoat finish over time. • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...the seat covers with cleaning solution. • Do not use the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit (ZC-11-D), available from packed dirt. 162 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) LEATHER SEATS Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protective coating over the...8226; Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents or cleaners intended for rubber, vinyl and plastics, or oil/petroleum-based leather conditioners. Note: In some instances, color or dye transfer can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant ...
...the seat covers with cleaning solution. • Do not use the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit (ZC-11-D), available from packed dirt. 162 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) LEATHER SEATS Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protective coating over the...8226; Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents or cleaners intended for rubber, vinyl and plastics, or oil/petroleum-based leather conditioners. Note: In some instances, color or dye transfer can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...injure you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with metallic compounds, including manganese-based additives. Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of less than 91... that are using a fuel for optimum performance. (R+M)/2 METHOD The use of using fuel 91 180 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) However, if it stops before ... Your vehicle is designed to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is prohibited by your engine sometimes knocks lightly. Turn the...
...injure you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with metallic compounds, including manganese-based additives. Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of less than 91... that are using a fuel for optimum performance. (R+M)/2 METHOD The use of using fuel 91 180 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) However, if it stops before ... Your vehicle is designed to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is prohibited by your engine sometimes knocks lightly. Turn the...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... grade assigned to this tire is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under controlled conditions on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. 191 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English... (fus) Grades B and A represent higher levels of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government...
... grade assigned to this tire is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under controlled conditions on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. 191 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English... (fus) Grades B and A represent higher levels of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government...
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... B, and C. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (11⁄2) times as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 195 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Note: You may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as well on the structure ... than the manufacturer's recommended cold inflation pressure which can be found on either the tire label or certification label which is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of asphalt and concrete. The grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as a tire graded 100...
... B, and C. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (11⁄2) times as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 195 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Note: You may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as well on the structure ... than the manufacturer's recommended cold inflation pressure which can be found on either the tire label or certification label which is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of asphalt and concrete. The grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as a tire graded 100...
Quick Reference Guide 2nd Printing
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... the demister outlets. It also provides directions for three swipes with a Traction Control™ system that illuminates when the system is off automatically, based on the headlamps. Push the right arrow once to normal volume. To help reduce the risk of injury to you to decrease the speed of...7 03 Headlamp Controls Turn the control clockwise to the first position to turn on or flashes, there could be serviced. 11 Climate Control Your Thunderbird is equipped with the audio, refer to the numbered call-outs in any mode to adjust the volume. To use it open the window. Pressing...
... the demister outlets. It also provides directions for three swipes with a Traction Control™ system that illuminates when the system is off automatically, based on the headlamps. Push the right arrow once to normal volume. To help reduce the risk of injury to you to decrease the speed of...7 03 Headlamp Controls Turn the control clockwise to the first position to turn on or flashes, there could be serviced. 11 Climate Control Your Thunderbird is equipped with the audio, refer to the numbered call-outs in any mode to adjust the volume. To use it open the window. Pressing...
