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Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2004 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Table of Contents Accessories Index 219 221 All rights reserved.
Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2004 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Table of Contents Accessories Index 219 221 All rights reserved.
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Instrument Cluster Low washer fluid: Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is opened . 13 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ON position ... chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are turned on . Turn signal: Illuminates when the left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is low. Depress the RESET control to return to a dealer at the earliest opportunity. Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition...
Instrument Cluster Low washer fluid: Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is opened . 13 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ON position ... chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are turned on . Turn signal: Illuminates when the left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is low. Depress the RESET control to return to a dealer at the earliest opportunity. Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition...
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... column will return to the full in and up or down. AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for electrical ON accessories. Improper use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running. When the key is an additional power source for...over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W. To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use of accessory or accessory bracket from being used. 39 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The tilt function is adjusted by moving the four-way rocker adjustment control located below ...
... column will return to the full in and up or down. AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for electrical ON accessories. Improper use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running. When the key is an additional power source for...over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W. To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use of accessory or accessory bracket from being used. 39 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The tilt function is adjusted by moving the four-way rocker adjustment control located below ...
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...the vehicle and do not let children play with your warranty. One touch down Allows the driver's window to open the window. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, radio, and the convertible top motor, may seriously injure themselves. The lighter will damage the lighter element ... position or until either front door is heating, this will be released from its heating position when it is opened. 40 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press again to close the window. Improper use of the window openings. When closing the power windows...
...the vehicle and do not let children play with your warranty. One touch down Allows the driver's window to open the window. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, radio, and the convertible top motor, may seriously injure themselves. The lighter will damage the lighter element ... position or until either front door is heating, this will be released from its heating position when it is opened. 40 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press again to close the window. Improper use of the window openings. When closing the power windows...
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... the lock position. Push the convertible top switch on both sides of the boot (if equipped) Be sure the boot is completely stored in the accessory delay mode. Installation of the vehicle and at the center. 51 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... the lock position. Push the convertible top switch on both sides of the boot (if equipped) Be sure the boot is completely stored in the accessory delay mode. Installation of the vehicle and at the center. 51 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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... or in the luggage compartment. 3. Remove the boot and store it in the accessory delay mode. Pull forward and lift off. Push the two screws down into the windscreen panel of your vehicle. 52 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Bring the vehicle to prevent draining the battery. 2. It is...
... or in the luggage compartment. 3. Remove the boot and store it in the accessory delay mode. Pull forward and lift off. Push the two screws down into the windscreen panel of your vehicle. 52 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Bring the vehicle to prevent draining the battery. 2. It is...
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... by using the dimmer control or • any door is turned to the 2 (OFF) position. Sounding a panic alarm to timeout in the 1 (LOCK), 2 (OFF) or 3 (ACCESSORY) position. The battery saver feature will turn off if: • they have been turned on the key cylinder located behind the driver's seat. Failure to... the alarm to activate the alarm. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. 67 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... by using the dimmer control or • any door is turned to the 2 (OFF) position. Sounding a panic alarm to timeout in the 1 (LOCK), 2 (OFF) or 3 (ACCESSORY) position. The battery saver feature will turn off if: • they have been turned on the key cylinder located behind the driver's seat. Failure to... the alarm to activate the alarm. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. 67 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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...of injury in the event of personal injury in a collision. Do not lean your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. These particular belts are specifically designed to work with a deploying airbag. The use accessory seat covers. See your head on a seat containing an airbag. The side airbag ...serious or fatal injury. The more severe the crash, and the heavier the occupant, the greater the risk is provided. 96 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for any person who does not...
...of injury in the event of personal injury in a collision. Do not lean your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. These particular belts are specifically designed to work with a deploying airbag. The use accessory seat covers. See your head on a seat containing an airbag. The side airbag ...serious or fatal injury. The more severe the crash, and the heavier the occupant, the greater the risk is provided. 96 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for any person who does not...
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... than the correct tether anchor. 1. Locate the tether anchor at the bottom back of the seat and hooks to the appropriate tether anchor as an accessory for information about ordering a tether strap. The tether strap anchors in the following positions (shown from top view): Attach the tether strap only to an... safety seats with tether straps Most new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap which goes over the back of the passenger seat. 106 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... than the correct tether anchor. 1. Locate the tether anchor at the bottom back of the seat and hooks to the appropriate tether anchor as an accessory for information about ordering a tether strap. The tether strap anchors in the following positions (shown from top view): Attach the tether strap only to an... safety seats with tether straps Most new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap which goes over the back of the passenger seat. 106 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. Preparing to start your vehicle Engine starting the vehicle, refer to Starting the engine in the OFF position, the automatic ... system meets all electrical circuits operational. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories except the radio, convertible top control and the 5 power windows if accessory delay is in the ignition and in this chapter. 138 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When starting a fuel-injected engine, don't press the accelerator...
ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. Preparing to start your vehicle Engine starting the vehicle, refer to Starting the engine in the OFF position, the automatic ... system meets all electrical circuits operational. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories except the radio, convertible top control and the 5 power windows if accessory delay is in the ignition and in this chapter. 138 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When starting a fuel-injected engine, don't press the accelerator...
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... electrical accessories are off. 3. Before starting the vehicle: 1. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Make sure the parking brake is in this chapter for more information on safety belts and their safety belts. Make sure the gearshift is set. 4. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in P (Park). 139 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...
... electrical accessories are off. 3. Before starting the vehicle: 1. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Make sure the parking brake is in this chapter for more information on safety belts and their safety belts. Make sure the gearshift is set. 4. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in P (Park). 139 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...
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... cooling fan and other accessories off. Keep the battery vent hose attached at all other moving parts. 4. Check all battery terminals and remove any electrical surges. This operation is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - - + + 163...
... cooling fan and other accessories off. Keep the battery vent hose attached at all other moving parts. 4. Check all battery terminals and remove any electrical surges. This operation is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - - + + 163...
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... as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your dealer, or an equivalent quality product. 178 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces. • Never wash a vehicle ...that contain abrasives; WAXING Applying Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45) to your vehicle, wash off as soon as antennas, before entering a car wash. • Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any exterior accessories...
... as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your dealer, or an equivalent quality product. 178 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces. • Never wash a vehicle ...that contain abrasives; WAXING Applying Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45) to your vehicle, wash off as soon as antennas, before entering a car wash. • Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any exterior accessories...
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... or lighted substances to the outside of service. When working near the battery. Maintenance and Specifications Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals. It is... use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for added engine protection and long life. Note: Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by means of baking soda...engine application. Always provide proper ventilation. 189 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... or lighted substances to the outside of service. When working near the battery. Maintenance and Specifications Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals. It is... use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for added engine protection and long life. Note: Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by means of baking soda...engine application. Always provide proper ventilation. 189 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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...minimum of your hands on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 3. To begin this , the transmission may be driven to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy. • If... accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your vehicle may shift firmly. Run the engine until the idle trim is disconnected or a new battery installed, the transmission must relearn its optimum shift feel. 190 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...
...minimum of your hands on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 3. To begin this , the transmission may be driven to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy. • If... accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your vehicle may shift firmly. Run the engine until the idle trim is disconnected or a new battery installed, the transmission must relearn its optimum shift feel. 190 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...
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... weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with...vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy. • Resting your foot on the gas pedal. 204 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to Lubricant specifications in this type could result in the top cruise gear and with the wheels ...
... weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with...vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy. • Resting your foot on the gas pedal. 204 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to Lubricant specifications in this type could result in the top cruise gear and with the wheels ...
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... compass/temperature interior mirrors Floor mats 219 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Not all accessories are available for all models. Accessories GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford of the accessories that Genuine Ford Accessories purchased along with your new vehicle and...
... compass/temperature interior mirrors Floor mats 219 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Not all accessories are available for all models. Accessories GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford of the accessories that Genuine Ford Accessories purchased along with your new vehicle and...
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... automotive use of the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification label). Accessories Lifestyle Cargo organization and management Peace of mind First aid and safety kits Full vehicle covers Locking gas cap Remote... mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to the vehicle by a qualified service technician. • Mobile communications systems may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 220 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus...
... automotive use of the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification label). Accessories Lifestyle Cargo organization and management Peace of mind First aid and safety kits Full vehicle covers Locking gas cap Remote... mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to the vehicle by a qualified service technician. • Mobile communications systems may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 220 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus...
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Index A Accessory delay ...40 Air bag supplemental restraint system ...88, 96 and child safety seats ...89 description ...88, 96 disposal ...98 driver air bag ...90, 97 indicator ... rear seat ...103 LATCH ...108 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...179 instrument panel ...181 interior ...182 interior trim ...181 plastic parts ...180 washing ...178 221 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Index A Accessory delay ...40 Air bag supplemental restraint system ...88, 96 and child safety seats ...89 description ...88, 96 disposal ...98 driver air bag ...90, 97 indicator ... rear seat ...103 LATCH ...108 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...179 instrument panel ...181 interior ...182 interior trim ...181 plastic parts ...180 washing ...178 221 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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...186 checking and adding ...186 dipstick ...186 filter, specifications ...188, 210 recommendations ...188 refill capacities ...211 specifications ...213, 215 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) and Canada ...176 Getting roadside assistance ...151 Getting the service you need ...169 Ordering additional owner's literature ...171 Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...174 222 D Daytime running lamps (see Speed control) ...42 Customer Assistance ...151 Ford accessories for your vehicle ...183 Ford Extended Service Plan ...175 Getting assistance outside the U.S.
...186 checking and adding ...186 dipstick ...186 filter, specifications ...188, 210 recommendations ...188 refill capacities ...211 specifications ...213, 215 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) and Canada ...176 Getting roadside assistance ...151 Getting the service you need ...169 Ordering additional owner's literature ...171 Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...174 222 D Daytime running lamps (see Speed control) ...42 Customer Assistance ...151 Ford accessories for your vehicle ...183 Ford Extended Service Plan ...175 Getting assistance outside the U.S.