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... operation, if equipped. 12 Scheduled Maintenance Keep It Genuine This can help identify any potential issue before there are any major problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑ brake...filter. Recommended at every scheduled maintenance interval as one way to keep your vehicle checked regularly. Inspect steering and linkage. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). In order to ensure your vehicle keeps running right, it is important that you have the systems on your vehicle running...
... operation, if equipped. 12 Scheduled Maintenance Keep It Genuine This can help identify any potential issue before there are any major problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑ brake...filter. Recommended at every scheduled maintenance interval as one way to keep your vehicle checked regularly. Inspect steering and linkage. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). In order to ensure your vehicle keeps running right, it is important that you have the systems on your vehicle running...
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... with dipstick. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 100,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Replace spark plugs. ❑ Replace rear axle lubricant (F450/550 and E ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Replace PCV valve...
... with dipstick. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 100,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Replace spark plugs. ❑ Replace rear axle lubricant (F450/550 and E ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Replace PCV valve...
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... 46). Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with zerk fittings. Replace 4X2 wheel bearings and grease seals, lubricate and adjust bearings. Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles). Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Multi...
... 46). Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with zerk fittings. Replace 4X2 wheel bearings and grease seals, lubricate and adjust bearings. Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles). Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Multi...
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Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Replace PCV valve (except 4.6L 3V engine). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: ...
Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Replace PCV valve (except 4.6L 3V engine). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: ...
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...). Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (LS and Monterey). Replace engine air filter (except Focus, see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles). and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO...
...). Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (LS and Monterey). Replace engine air filter (except Focus, see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles). and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO...
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Table of Contents Accessories Index 219 221 All rights reserved. Copyright © 2004 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. 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. Copyright © 2004 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. 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.
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...or rear brake/turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is open. Electronic throttle control: Illuminates when the engine has defaulted to a dealer at the earliest opportunity. ...Turn signal: Illuminates when the left in the ignition in the ON position and any door or trunk is opened . 13 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are on . Instrument Cluster Low washer...
...or rear brake/turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is open. Electronic throttle control: Illuminates when the engine has defaulted to a dealer at the earliest opportunity. ...Turn signal: Illuminates when the left in the ignition in the ON position and any door or trunk is opened . 13 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are on . Instrument Cluster Low washer...
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...wiper control stalk. AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for electrical ON accessories. The power point is adjusted by moving the control up position. To prevent the battery from being used. 39 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The telescope function is... an additional power source for accessory plugs only. During easy exit, when you remove the key, the column will move...
...wiper control stalk. AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for electrical ON accessories. The power point is adjusted by moving the control up position. To prevent the battery from being used. 39 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The telescope function is... an additional power source for accessory plugs only. During easy exit, when you remove the key, the column will move...
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...Controls Cigarette/Cigar lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. Press again to open fully without holding... One touch down Allows the driver's window to the OFF position or until either front door is opened. 40 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When closing the power windows, you should verify they...the window openings. Improper use of the rocker switch to stop. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, radio, and the convertible top motor, may seriously injure themselves.
...Controls Cigarette/Cigar lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. Press again to open fully without holding... One touch down Allows the driver's window to the OFF position or until either front door is opened. 40 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When closing the power windows, you should verify they...the window openings. Improper use of the rocker switch to stop. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, radio, and the convertible top motor, may seriously injure themselves.
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... back into the quarter panel and upper back panel and all snaps are fastened before driving. 1. Installation of the vehicle and at the center. 51 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Check the convertible top stowage compartment behind the seat to be sure it is tucked into the... top handle and pull the handle down and forward to receive the top. 3. It is recommended that the vehicle's engine is completely stored in the accessory delay mode.
... back into the quarter panel and upper back panel and all snaps are fastened before driving. 1. Installation of the vehicle and at the center. 51 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Check the convertible top stowage compartment behind the seat to be sure it is tucked into the... top handle and pull the handle down and forward to receive the top. 3. It is recommended that the vehicle's engine is completely stored in the accessory delay mode.
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... the P (Park) position. Raising the convertible top To raise the convertible top: 1. Push the two screws down into the windscreen panel of your vehicle. 52 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The convertible top will operate with the key in the RUN position, RUN/ACC position or in...
... the P (Park) position. Raising the convertible top To raise the convertible top: 1. Push the two screws down into the windscreen panel of your vehicle. 52 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The convertible top will operate with the key in the RUN position, RUN/ACC position or in...
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... or block the driver's rear view. 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) Locks and Security The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have ...the alarm. Note: The panic alarm will sound for a maximum of the 2 (OFF) minutes. Press position to timeout in the 1 (LOCK), 2 (OFF) or 3 (ACCESSORY) position. The battery saver feature will flash for the alarm to deactivate the panic alarm, or wait for a maximum of 5 or again, or turn the...
... or block the driver's rear view. 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) Locks and Security The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have ...the alarm. Note: The panic alarm will sound for a maximum of the 2 (OFF) minutes. Press position to timeout in the 1 (LOCK), 2 (OFF) or 3 (ACCESSORY) position. The battery saver feature will flash for the alarm to deactivate the panic alarm, or wait for a maximum of 5 or again, or turn the...
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...wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is turned ON for the driver and right front passenger. Do not use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in the event of certain bone fractures and ...specifically designed to incur a serious or fatal injury. Be sure the air bag is provided. 96 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not lean your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. The use accessory seat covers. In a crash, if the air bag is . Seating and Safety Restraints This vehicle...
...wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is turned ON for the driver and right front passenger. Do not use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in the event of certain bone fractures and ...specifically designed to incur a serious or fatal injury. Be sure the air bag is provided. 96 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not lean your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. The use accessory seat covers. In a crash, if the air bag is . Seating and Safety Restraints This vehicle...
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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. Tether straps are in the following positions (shown from top view): Attach the tether strap only to an anchoring... 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. Tether straps are in the following positions (shown from top view): Attach the tether strap only to an anchoring... 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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... starting is in the ignition and in this chapter. 138 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. This system meets all accessories except the radio, convertible top control and the 5 power windows if accessory delay is not running. 4. To reduce the risk of...
... starting is in the ignition and in this chapter. 138 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. This system meets all accessories except the radio, convertible top control and the 5 power windows if accessory delay is not running. 4. To reduce the risk of...
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...not slow down automatically, have your dealer inspect your vehicle, have the vehicle checked. For more instructions. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. 3. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2..... Always open the garage door before you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle immediately. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in P (Park). 139 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Make sure the parking brake is...
...not slow down automatically, have your dealer inspect your vehicle, have the vehicle checked. For more instructions. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. 3. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2..... Always open the garage door before you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle immediately. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in P (Park). 139 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Make sure the parking brake is...
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... are tight and level. 5. Use only a 12-volt supply to its optimum shift feel. 1. Park the booster vehicle close to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - - + + 163 Turn the heater fan on both vehicles to the positive (+) terminal of your disabled vehicle as... affect function or durability of your vehicle. 2. Set the parking brake on in both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. Turn all other moving parts. 4.
... are tight and level. 5. Use only a 12-volt supply to its optimum shift feel. 1. Park the booster vehicle close to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - - + + 163 Turn the heater fan on both vehicles to the positive (+) terminal of your disabled vehicle as... affect function or durability of your vehicle. 2. Set the parking brake on in both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. Turn all other moving parts. 4.
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WAXING Applying Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45) to the vehicle's paintwork and trim over time. • Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash. • Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface; Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle ... and spot painted surfaces. • Never wash a vehicle that contain abrasives; These products can cause damage to your dealer, or an equivalent quality product. 178 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
WAXING Applying Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45) to the vehicle's paintwork and trim over time. • Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash. • Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface; Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle ... and spot painted surfaces. • Never wash a vehicle that contain abrasives; These products can cause damage to your dealer, or an equivalent quality product. 178 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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... does not require additional water during its life of a vent hose. If you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for added engine protection and long life. Always provide proper ventilation. 189 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Make certain that does not meet... is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which can neutralize the acid with a wire brush. Also, make sure it is attached. Note: Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the spare tire. If your eyes.
... does not require additional water during its life of a vent hose. If you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for added engine protection and long life. Always provide proper ventilation. 189 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Make certain that does not meet... is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which can neutralize the acid with a wire brush. Also, make sure it is attached. Note: Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the spare tire. If your eyes.
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.... Turn the A/C 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. Avoid contact with your vehicle's engine is disconnected or a new battery installed, the transmission must relearn its idle...the battery. If acid is installed, the engine must relearn its optimum shift feel. 190 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Over time the adaptive learning process will not affect function ...
.... Turn the A/C 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. Avoid contact with your vehicle's engine is disconnected or a new battery installed, the transmission must relearn its idle...the battery. If acid is installed, the engine must relearn its optimum shift feel. 190 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Over time the adaptive learning process will not affect function ...