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... inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 138 138 140 153 158 164 167 Driving Starting Brakes Traction Control™ Air suspension Transmission operation 168 168 173 177 178 179 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing... 184 184 185 186 187 195 201 202 208 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 210 216 216 Cleaning 217 2 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
... inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 138 138 140 153 158 164 167 Driving Starting Brakes Traction Control™ Air suspension Transmission operation 168 168 173 177 178 179 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing... 184 184 185 186 187 195 201 202 208 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 210 216 216 Cleaning 217 2 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...more information). O/D off: Illuminates when the O/D overdrive function of the doors is not completely shut and the ignition is open). 16 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Turns off ; If the light remains on . If the light does not turn... system is working. Instrument Cluster Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your tire pressure is exceeded or the air suspension system requires servicing. Air suspension (if equipped): Illuminates when the air suspension is turned off, the load limit is low. Low fuel (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel level ...
...more information). O/D off: Illuminates when the O/D overdrive function of the doors is not completely shut and the ignition is open). 16 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Turns off ; If the light remains on . If the light does not turn... system is working. Instrument Cluster Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your tire pressure is exceeded or the air suspension system requires servicing. Air suspension (if equipped): Illuminates when the air suspension is turned off, the load limit is low. Low fuel (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel level ...
Owner's Manual
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... NEW OIL 2. Driver Controls System check Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to change the display. 67 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) AIR SUSPENSION (if equipped) 4. Press the SELECT control to cycle through each of the systems being monitored. Pressing the SELECT control cycles the...
... NEW OIL 2. Driver Controls System check Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to change the display. 67 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) AIR SUSPENSION (if equipped) 4. Press the SELECT control to cycle through each of the systems being monitored. Pressing the SELECT control cycles the...
Owner's Manual
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...the warning by displaying each one for four seconds. Warning display Door ajar Coolant over temperature Powertrain malfunction Check fuel cap Check air suspension Fuel level low Status Warning cannot be reset until the condition is corrected. • They will reappear on the display 10... control to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle's operating systems. In the event of the message center after 10 minutes 69 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Warning messages that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle. System warnings System...
...the warning by displaying each one for four seconds. Warning display Door ajar Coolant over temperature Powertrain malfunction Check fuel cap Check air suspension Fuel level low Status Warning cannot be reset until the condition is corrected. • They will reappear on the display 10... control to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle's operating systems. In the event of the message center after 10 minutes 69 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Warning messages that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle. System warnings System...
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...condition. Refer to Air suspension system in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If this message disappears (after approximately two seconds), press RESET to Fuel filler cap in the message center. TRUNK AJAR - Displayed when the trunk is enabled or disabled. 70 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners ... can be reset by pressing the RESET button, but will appear in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. CHECK AIR SUSPENSION - Displayed when the air suspension system is running or hot. WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is not operating ...
...condition. Refer to Air suspension system in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If this message disappears (after approximately two seconds), press RESET to Fuel filler cap in the message center. TRUNK AJAR - Displayed when the trunk is enabled or disabled. 70 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners ... can be reset by pressing the RESET button, but will appear in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. CHECK AIR SUSPENSION - Displayed when the air suspension system is running or hot. WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is not operating ...
Owner's Manual
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...8226; an improperly inflated tire • uneven tire wear • loose or worn suspension components • loose or worn steering components • improper steering alignment AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The air suspension system is also important to maintain a proper power steering fluid level in the Maintenance... keeps the rear of your authorized dealer. • Heavy or uneven steering efforts may result in leaks from the springs. 178 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) See Power steering fluid in the power steering fluid reservoir: • Do ...
...8226; an improperly inflated tire • uneven tire wear • loose or worn suspension components • loose or worn steering components • improper steering alignment AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The air suspension system is also important to maintain a proper power steering fluid level in the Maintenance... keeps the rear of your authorized dealer. • Heavy or uneven steering efforts may result in leaks from the springs. 178 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) See Power steering fluid in the power steering fluid reservoir: • Do ...
Owner's Manual
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... of the trunk. The air suspension shut-off air suspensuspension, turn the ignition to Fuses and relays in effectiveness. This loss of other than the manufacturer's specified size tires on a Traction-Lok™ rear axle could result in a permanent reduction in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. Refer to 2 (Accessory). 179 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd...
... of the trunk. The air suspension shut-off air suspensuspension, turn the ignition to Fuses and relays in effectiveness. This loss of other than the manufacturer's specified size tires on a Traction-Lok™ rear axle could result in a permanent reduction in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. Refer to 2 (Accessory). 179 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd...
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... (Police vehicles only) Hazards (non-Police vehicles only) Hazards (Police vehicles only) Ignition (ON) - Rear Air Suspension Module (RASM), Cluster 189 3 4 5 6 7 8 5A 10A 7.5A 7.5A 10A 10A 9 7.5A 10 15A 20A 15A 15A 10A 11 12 13 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Starter relay coil, DTRS Power mirrors, Mirror switch...
... (Police vehicles only) Hazards (non-Police vehicles only) Hazards (Police vehicles only) Ignition (ON) - Rear Air Suspension Module (RASM), Cluster 189 3 4 5 6 7 8 5A 10A 7.5A 7.5A 10A 10A 9 7.5A 10 15A 20A 15A 15A 10A 11 12 13 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Starter relay coil, DTRS Power mirrors, Mirror switch...
Owner's Manual
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... only) Powertrain Control Module (PCM) keep alive power, Canister vent Fuel relay feed Rear Air Suspension Module (RASM) Alternator regulator PCM relay feed Driver's Door Module (DDM) Ignition coil relay feed Horn relay feed A/C clutch relay feed 192 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies 503 204 502 501 208...
... only) Powertrain Control Module (PCM) keep alive power, Canister vent Fuel relay feed Rear Air Suspension Module (RASM) Alternator regulator PCM relay feed Driver's Door Module (DDM) Ignition coil relay feed Horn relay feed A/C clutch relay feed 192 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies 503 204 502 501 208...
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... feed 3 (Police vehicles only), Cigar lighter (Non-police vehicles only) ABS module (Valves) Wiper module Police PDB or Police accessory battery feed (Police vehicles only) Air suspension compressor (non-Police vehicles only) Police PDB relay feed (Police vehicles only) Police light bar or Police right-hand kick panel accessory battery feed (Police... 117 118 50A** 50A** 50A** 201 202 203 204 205 206 ⁄ ISO relay - 1⁄2 ISO relay 1⁄2 ISO relay - 1⁄2 ISO relay 12 194 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
... feed 3 (Police vehicles only), Cigar lighter (Non-police vehicles only) ABS module (Valves) Wiper module Police PDB or Police accessory battery feed (Police vehicles only) Air suspension compressor (non-Police vehicles only) Police PDB relay feed (Police vehicles only) Police light bar or Police right-hand kick panel accessory battery feed (Police... 117 118 50A** 50A** 50A** 201 202 203 204 205 206 ⁄ ISO relay - 1⁄2 ISO relay 1⁄2 ISO relay - 1⁄2 ISO relay 12 194 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
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... A Tire change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in the Driving chapter. 2. Pull far enough off the air suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. WARNING: To help prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, you change ...(other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 199 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies WARNING: On vehicles equipped with air suspension, turn off the road to avoid the danger of being changed.
... A Tire change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in the Driving chapter. 2. Pull far enough off the air suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. WARNING: To help prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, you change ...(other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 199 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies WARNING: On vehicles equipped with air suspension, turn off the road to avoid the danger of being changed.
Owner's Manual
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The jack is ONLY meant for the proper lug nut torque specification. 8. Install any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). 201 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away. 10. WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts ... a tire. Turn on the jack. Roadside Emergencies WARNING: To lessen risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your vehicle is on the air suspension switch (if equipped).
The jack is ONLY meant for the proper lug nut torque specification. 8. Install any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). 201 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away. 10. WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts ... a tire. Turn on the jack. Roadside Emergencies WARNING: To lessen risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your vehicle is on the air suspension switch (if equipped).
Owner's Manual
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...air suspension system, the air suspension control in the luggage compartment must be turned to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to the off position before your vehicle. 208 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Ford...towing service or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your vehicle be towed with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for your vehicle can be towed. It is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may...
...air suspension system, the air suspension control in the luggage compartment must be turned to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to the off position before your vehicle. 208 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Ford...towing service or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your vehicle be towed with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for your vehicle can be towed. It is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may...
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Index A ABS (see Brakes) ...174 Air cleaner filter ...255-256 Air conditioning ...38 Air suspension ...178 description ...178 Airbag supplemental restraint system ...107, 117 and child safety seats ...109 description ...107, 117 disposal ...120 driver airbag ...110, 118 indicator light ...... seats ...134 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...219 instrument panel ...221 interior ...221 plastic parts ...220 washing ...217 waxing ...218 wheels ...218 wiper blades ...220 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
Index A ABS (see Brakes) ...174 Air cleaner filter ...255-256 Air conditioning ...38 Air suspension ...178 description ...178 Airbag supplemental restraint system ...107, 117 and child safety seats ...109 description ...107, 117 disposal ...120 driver airbag ...110, 118 indicator light ...... seats ...134 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...219 instrument panel ...221 interior ...221 plastic parts ...220 washing ...217 waxing ...218 wheels ...218 wiper blades ...220 2009 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing
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...Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Scheduled Maintenance 13 2009 Scheduled Maintenance Guide (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Keep It Genuine Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - Inspect engine air filter. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION -..., turn signals and hazard warning lights. They are designed, engineered, and warranted by Ford Motor Company. Check shocks and struts and other suspension components for oil and fluid leaks. See your vehicle. Check operation of your dealer for...
...Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Scheduled Maintenance 13 2009 Scheduled Maintenance Guide (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Keep It Genuine Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - Inspect engine air filter. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION -..., turn signals and hazard warning lights. They are designed, engineered, and warranted by Ford Motor Company. Check shocks and struts and other suspension components for oil and fluid leaks. See your vehicle. Check operation of your dealer for...
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...#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 15,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension tie rod ends, driveshaft, and U-joints (lubricate if equipped with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is ... or drag Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 15 2009 Scheduled Maintenance Guide (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
...#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 15,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension tie rod ends, driveshaft, and U-joints (lubricate if equipped with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is ... or drag Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 15 2009 Scheduled Maintenance Guide (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
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... 17 2009 Scheduled Maintenance Guide (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter (except Escape, Mariner, F-Series [non Super Duty], Expedition/Navigator [short wheel base only], E-Series) Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie...
... 17 2009 Scheduled Maintenance Guide (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter (except Escape, Mariner, F-Series [non Super Duty], Expedition/Navigator [short wheel base only], E-Series) Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie...
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...VANS & SUVS Batteries The technicians at your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership can determine the health... ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension tie rod ends, driveshaft..., and U-joints (lubricate if equipped with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 19 2009...
...VANS & SUVS Batteries The technicians at your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership can determine the health... ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension tie rod ends, driveshaft..., and U-joints (lubricate if equipped with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 19 2009...
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... Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter (except Escape, Mariner, F-Series ... Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 20 Scheduled Maintenance 2009 Scheduled Maintenance Guide (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Consult your dealer for your ...transmission fluid on 4x2 front wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings) Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie rod ends, driveshaft, and U-joints (lubricate if equipped with Zerk fittings) Inspect engine ...
... Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter (except Escape, Mariner, F-Series ... Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 20 Scheduled Maintenance 2009 Scheduled Maintenance Guide (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Consult your dealer for your ...transmission fluid on 4x2 front wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings) Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie rod ends, driveshaft, and U-joints (lubricate if equipped with Zerk fittings) Inspect engine ...
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... ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension tie rod ends, driveshaft, and U-joints (lubricate if equipped with dual rear... wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 22 Scheduled Maintenance 2009...
... ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension tie rod ends, driveshaft, and U-joints (lubricate if equipped with dual rear... wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 22 Scheduled Maintenance 2009...