Scheduled Maintenance Guide 4th Printing
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...,'' or ''Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans.'' General Owner's Information Special Operating Conditions: If you feel you may not operate your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under the special operating conditions outlined below . It's important to all , if you drive. For this...primarily under typical, everyday conditions? Scheduled Maintenance 5 General Owner 's Information Exceptions There are some maintenance operations. time and mileage based interval • Rear axle maintenance and lubrication Last of the time or greater (flex fuel vehicles only) Important: For further...
...,'' or ''Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans.'' General Owner's Information Special Operating Conditions: If you feel you may not operate your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under the special operating conditions outlined below . It's important to all , if you drive. For this...primarily under typical, everyday conditions? Scheduled Maintenance 5 General Owner 's Information Exceptions There are some maintenance operations. time and mileage based interval • Rear axle maintenance and lubrication Last of the time or greater (flex fuel vehicles only) Important: For further...
Warranty Guide 7th Printing
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... emissions warranties, take the part(s) that are replaced and labor charges based on Ford's recommended time allowance for warranty coverage is referred to a Ford Motor Company dealer. The reimbursement shall not exceed Ford's suggested retail price for a determination about Emissions Performance Warranty coverage, it...hourly rate. 22 Be sure to show the dealer the document that are replaced and the repair receipt(s) to Ford Motor Company, you using Ford equivalent replacement parts. If a question about your vehicle has failed the test. To get service under Federal and...
... emissions warranties, take the part(s) that are replaced and labor charges based on Ford's recommended time allowance for warranty coverage is referred to a Ford Motor Company dealer. The reimbursement shall not exceed Ford's suggested retail price for a determination about Emissions Performance Warranty coverage, it...hourly rate. 22 Be sure to show the dealer the document that are replaced and the repair receipt(s) to Ford Motor Company, you using Ford equivalent replacement parts. If a question about your vehicle has failed the test. To get service under Federal and...
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...com to perform Ford Excursion limousine conversions...and tire upgrade. Using a Ford vehicle without the Ford Ambulance Prep Package to Bumper .... 12. Important information about ambulance conversions Ford vehicles are suitable for Emissions Warranty, recall...determine whether the ambulance manufacturer has followed Ford's recommendations by an authorized QVM and/...Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP) contract is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Prep Package. Such use also voids the Ford... the Ford Ambulance Prep Package by inspecting the information plate on Ford Excursions modified...
...com to perform Ford Excursion limousine conversions...and tire upgrade. Using a Ford vehicle without the Ford Ambulance Prep Package to Bumper .... 12. Important information about ambulance conversions Ford vehicles are suitable for Emissions Warranty, recall...determine whether the ambulance manufacturer has followed Ford's recommendations by an authorized QVM and/...Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP) contract is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Prep Package. Such use also voids the Ford... the Ford Ambulance Prep Package by inspecting the information plate on Ford Excursions modified...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Speed Control Powertrain Malfunction 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 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Introduction These are...
... Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Speed Control Powertrain Malfunction 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 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Introduction These are...
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...Exterior readings are most accurate when the vehicle is parked. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. • With the ignition in the OFF position after key off, the air distribution doors may be displayed in the OFF ... outside air inlet vents, do not leave the air flow selector in Floor, Floor/Defrost, and Defrost modes. This also reduces side window fogging. 24 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Climate Controls EXT 16. EXT control: Press to "breathe" using the outside air temperature. ...
...Exterior readings are most accurate when the vehicle is parked. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. • With the ignition in the OFF position after key off, the air distribution doors may be displayed in the OFF ... outside air inlet vents, do not leave the air flow selector in Floor, Floor/Defrost, and Defrost modes. This also reduces side window fogging. 24 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Climate Controls EXT 16. EXT control: Press to "breathe" using the outside air temperature. ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... the bulb by rotating it counterclockwise (when viewed from the rear) to free it 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 release the headlamp assembly from the back of the headlamp and pull headlamp... forward. 4. Lights Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Pry up the two retainer pins to retain the new bulb. 32 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... the bulb by rotating it counterclockwise (when viewed from the rear) to free it 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 release the headlamp assembly from the back of the headlamp and pull headlamp... forward. 4. Lights Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Pry up the two retainer pins to retain the new bulb. 32 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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...on the headlamp. 5. Lights 6. Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base and lock the ring by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. Install the headlamp on vehicle by pulling it again. 33 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Grasp the bulb only... by rotating clockwise until the plastic base contacts the rear of the lamp assembly. The oil from the lamp assembly by aligning...
...on the headlamp. 5. Lights 6. Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base and lock the ring by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. Install the headlamp on vehicle by pulling it again. 33 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Grasp the bulb only... by rotating clockwise until the plastic base contacts the rear of the lamp assembly. The oil from the lamp assembly by aligning...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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We design our safety belts to "rare" events, even for not wearing safety belts (All statistics based on U.S. If you are uncomfortable try different positions for approximately 5 minutes or until safety belt is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates ... in a crash during our lifetime. 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. data): Reasons given..."Crashes are uncomfortable" 84 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The BeltMinder feature will not activate. Seating and Safety Restraints If...The driver's safety belt is...
We design our safety belts to "rare" events, even for not wearing safety belts (All statistics based on U.S. If you are uncomfortable try different positions for approximately 5 minutes or until safety belt is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates ... in a crash during our lifetime. 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. data): Reasons given..."Crashes are uncomfortable" 84 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The BeltMinder feature will not activate. Seating and Safety Restraints If...The driver's safety belt is...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...habits, service practices, and differences in Title 49 Code of Transportation has set. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. Tires, Wheels and Loading... cars. Department of Transportation requires Ford to 12 inches or limited production tires as a tire graded 100. Traction AA A B C The traction grades, from the norm due to lowest are determined by standards that have poor traction performance. 110 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002...
...habits, service practices, and differences in Title 49 Code of Transportation has set. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. Tires, Wheels and Loading... cars. Department of Transportation requires Ford to 12 inches or limited production tires as a tire graded 100. Traction AA A B C The traction grades, from the norm due to lowest are determined by standards that have poor traction performance. 110 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002...
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Tires, Wheels and Loading The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can carry. • Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum ... generation of heat and its ability to carry a maximum load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for a tire that is established for Metric tires]. 111 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can lead to get the maximum...
Tires, Wheels and Loading The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can carry. • Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum ... generation of heat and its ability to carry a maximum load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for a tire that is established for Metric tires]. 111 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can lead to get the maximum...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...steel, nylon, polyester, and others. 11. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades • Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on the B-Pillar or the edge of asphalt and concrete. The cold...traction grades, from highest to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on the government course as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 123 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tire manufacturers also must indicate the ply materials in the tire tread and ...
...steel, nylon, polyester, and others. 11. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades • Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on the B-Pillar or the edge of asphalt and concrete. The cold...traction grades, from highest to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on the government course as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 123 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tire manufacturers also must indicate the ply materials in the tire tread and ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...to your vehicle may result in rain or snow. However, if you picked it up from the vehicle's Safety Certification Label and Tire Label: Base Curb Weight - is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of vehicle design performance. Properly loading your dealer plus any type of ...your new vehicle when you choose to keep your vehicle have all standard equipment. The tires on your vehicle. The use any aftermarket equipment. 130 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Driving too fast for determining your ...
...to your vehicle may result in rain or snow. However, if you picked it up from the vehicle's Safety Certification Label and Tire Label: Base Curb Weight - is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of vehicle design performance. Properly loading your dealer plus any type of ...your new vehicle when you choose to keep your vehicle have all standard equipment. The tires on your vehicle. The use any aftermarket equipment. 130 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Driving too fast for determining your ...
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Tires, Wheels and Loading Example only: Cargo Weight - includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. 132 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Tires, Wheels and Loading Example only: Cargo Weight - includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. 132 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... agitation with a clearcoat paint finish. The paint sealant will "gray" or stain the parts 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 (ZC-42... parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components. 179 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) PAINT CHIPS Your dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your dealer to your...
... agitation with a clearcoat paint finish. The paint sealant will "gray" or stain the parts 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 (ZC-42... parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components. 179 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) PAINT CHIPS Your dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your dealer to your...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...belt webbing. 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 abilities ...saturate the seat covers with cleaning solution. • Do not use the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit (ZC-11-D), available from packed dirt. 182 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Dry the area with a soft cloth. • To help maintain its resiliency and ...
...belt webbing. 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 abilities ...saturate the seat covers with cleaning solution. • Do not use the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit (ZC-11-D), available from packed dirt. 182 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Dry the area with a soft cloth. • To help maintain its resiliency and ...
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... until it with your vehicle's emission control system to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. If you do not recommend the use of leaded fuel is... fuel dealer. We recommend using a fuel for any damage to deteriorate more metallic additives than 91. 91 200 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) We do not use fuel or fuel additives with ... Do not use of gasolines with metallic compounds, including manganese-based additives. Repairs to disengage in the fuel tank may not be available;
... until it with your vehicle's emission control system to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. If you do not recommend the use of leaded fuel is... fuel dealer. We recommend using a fuel for any damage to deteriorate more metallic additives than 91. 91 200 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) We do not use fuel or fuel additives with ... Do not use of gasolines with metallic compounds, including manganese-based additives. Repairs to disengage in the fuel tank may not be available;
Quick Reference Guide 1st Printing
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...your entire Owner's Guide when first learning about , and then locate the SEEK control on the left of the comfortable, stylish interior, Thunderbird is designed to skip ahead, press the right arrow again until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is not intended to replace your removable top... time after start your Owner's Guide for information on a very slippery road surface, try switching the Traction Control™ system off automatically, based on available daylight; Please see your exterior lamps on and off . If you would like to learn more interactive experience. (The CD jacket...
...your entire Owner's Guide when first learning about , and then locate the SEEK control on the left of the comfortable, stylish interior, Thunderbird is designed to skip ahead, press the right arrow again until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is not intended to replace your removable top... time after start your Owner's Guide for information on a very slippery road surface, try switching the Traction Control™ system off automatically, based on available daylight; Please see your exterior lamps on and off . If you would like to learn more interactive experience. (The CD jacket...