Owner's Manual
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.... u If the safety belt is buckled while the light is low, the brake system should be checked by your dealer or a qualified service technician. The following warning lights and gauges are on 10 Brake System Warning Light The warning light for one to two minutes. and the chime is sounding..., both the light and chime will turn on for four (4) to eight (8) seconds and the light will come on for the brakes can show two things...
.... u If the safety belt is buckled while the light is low, the brake system should be checked by your dealer or a qualified service technician. The following warning lights and gauges are on 10 Brake System Warning Light The warning light for one to two minutes. and the chime is sounding..., both the light and chime will turn on for four (4) to eight (8) seconds and the light will come on for the brakes can show two things...
Owner's Manual
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...go off shortly after the engine starts. It should have the hydraulic brake system serviced by your dealer or qualified service technician to the START position. WARNING The BRAKE light indicates that your anti-lock brake system may not be working properly. If it stays on for a ...few seconds when you have fully released the parking brake, have your vehicle serviced immediately by your dealer or ...
...go off shortly after the engine starts. It should have the hydraulic brake system serviced by your dealer or qualified service technician to the START position. WARNING The BRAKE light indicates that your anti-lock brake system may not be working properly. If it stays on for a ...few seconds when you have fully released the parking brake, have your vehicle serviced immediately by your dealer or ...
Owner's Manual
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Traction Control Active Light (If equipped) This light comes on when the Traction Control system begins applying and releasing the brakes and adjusting the engine characteristics to have the electrical system checked. 13 It will be lit for a minimum of six seconds or for the duration of the Traction Control event. Charging System Light This light indicates that your battery is not being charged and that you need to limit a wheelspin condition.
Traction Control Active Light (If equipped) This light comes on when the Traction Control system begins applying and releasing the brakes and adjusting the engine characteristics to have the electrical system checked. 13 It will be lit for a minimum of six seconds or for the duration of the Traction Control event. Charging System Light This light indicates that your battery is not being charged and that you need to limit a wheelspin condition.
Owner's Manual
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... on the headlamps. After approximately 10 minutes, the defroster will turn off when the ignition key is turned to do so may notice that the lights flicker when the vehicle is in a collision. Do not use sharp objects to scrape the inside of the rear window or use abrasive cleaners to... the inside of the rear window. This is running, and u The vehicle has a fully released parking brake. The heating elements are still not clear, turn the defroster on your headlamps at dusk. The high beam indicator light on the instrument cluster will not be on or off . WARNING The Daytime Running...
... on the headlamps. After approximately 10 minutes, the defroster will turn off when the ignition key is turned to do so may notice that the lights flicker when the vehicle is in a collision. Do not use sharp objects to scrape the inside of the rear window or use abrasive cleaners to... the inside of the rear window. This is running, and u The vehicle has a fully released parking brake. The heating elements are still not clear, turn the defroster on your headlamps at dusk. The high beam indicator light on the instrument cluster will not be on or off . WARNING The Daytime Running...
Owner's Manual
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... not damage the starter. The START position also allows you to LOCK. WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure they work before you start the engine. WARNING Do not leave children, unreliable adults... or right until the key turns freely. Put the gearshift in P (Park). Turn the ignition key to test the Brake Warning Light. Removing the Key From the Ignition 1. 2. 3. 4. The key returns to the ON position once the engine is ...the engine runs. ON allows you to test your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to ON when you release it.
... not damage the starter. The START position also allows you to LOCK. WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure they work before you start the engine. WARNING Do not leave children, unreliable adults... or right until the key turns freely. Put the gearshift in P (Park). Turn the ignition key to test the Brake Warning Light. Removing the Key From the Ignition 1. 2. 3. 4. The key returns to the ON position once the engine is ...the engine runs. ON allows you to test your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to ON when you release it.
Owner's Manual
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For a cold engine: Before you start in P (Park) and the parking brake is parked. Refer to make sure that the gearshift is in fifteen (15) seconds on the first try again. 166 Turn the ignition key to ... the engine has started. u At temperatures 10˚F (-12˚C) and below: If the engine does not start your vehicle, you should test the warning lights on the first try again. u At temperatures above 10˚F (-12˚C): If the engine does not start your engine. Allow the key to return...
For a cold engine: Before you start in P (Park) and the parking brake is parked. Refer to make sure that the gearshift is in fifteen (15) seconds on the first try again. 166 Turn the ignition key to ... the engine has started. u At temperatures 10˚F (-12˚C) and below: If the engine does not start your vehicle, you should test the warning lights on the first try again. u At temperatures above 10˚F (-12˚C): If the engine does not start your engine. Allow the key to return...
Owner's Manual
Page 173
... test the first time the vehicle reaches 14 m.p.h. (22 km/h). Each time you start to the ON position, the anti-lock brake system will feel the brake pedal pulsate. If the light stays on all four wheels. The system turns on , it remains on the ABS pump motor for up to restore the... test cycle. This is an indication that the ABS is working correctly and is also lit. If it means the anti-lock brake system is started and the ANTI-LOCK light turns off the engine and restart. After the engine is disabled and should be serviced immediately to five seconds and a clunk...
... test the first time the vehicle reaches 14 m.p.h. (22 km/h). Each time you start to the ON position, the anti-lock brake system will feel the brake pedal pulsate. If the light stays on all four wheels. The system turns on , it remains on the ABS pump motor for up to restore the... test cycle. This is an indication that the ABS is working correctly and is also lit. If it means the anti-lock brake system is started and the ANTI-LOCK light turns off the engine and restart. After the engine is disabled and should be serviced immediately to five seconds and a clunk...
Owner's Manual
Page 174
... your left corner of the instrument panel. However, if mobile radio transmitting equipment is installed in the warning lights will wear out the linings and increase your vehicle. Brake rotor damage may overheat and become less effective. However, if the squeal becomes louder or more frequent, have... your brakes continuously. If you turn the key to the ON position or during light to P (Park). Move the gearshifter to moderate stops does not affect the function of popular mobile ...
... your left corner of the instrument panel. However, if mobile radio transmitting equipment is installed in the warning lights will wear out the linings and increase your vehicle. Brake rotor damage may overheat and become less effective. However, if the squeal becomes louder or more frequent, have... your brakes continuously. If you turn the key to the ON position or during light to P (Park). Move the gearshifter to moderate stops does not affect the function of popular mobile ...
Owner's Manual
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WARNING To prevent personal injury, do not release the parking brake while outside the vehicle. WARNING If the parking brake is latched in P (Park). They may not be working properly. WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is fully released, but the Brake System light remains on, have the brakes checked immediately. The parking brake 173 Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle.
WARNING To prevent personal injury, do not release the parking brake while outside the vehicle. WARNING If the parking brake is latched in P (Park). They may not be working properly. WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is fully released, but the Brake System light remains on, have the brakes checked immediately. The parking brake 173 Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle.
Owner's Manual
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...increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will cause the brakes to stop your engine. Always check the Brake Warning Light each time you can use the parking brake to wear out quickly and will illuminate if the parking brake is not fully released when the engine is be equipped with.... However, the automatic release does not work when the gearshift is normal. Driving with the Traction ControlTM system. The Brake Warning Light will reduce the fuel economy. When the Traction Control system is controlling wheelspin, an electric motor sound may seem slower. This system ...
...increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will cause the brakes to stop your engine. Always check the Brake Warning Light each time you can use the parking brake to wear out quickly and will illuminate if the parking brake is not fully released when the engine is be equipped with.... However, the automatic release does not work when the gearshift is normal. Driving with the Traction ControlTM system. The Brake Warning Light will reduce the fuel economy. When the Traction Control system is controlling wheelspin, an electric motor sound may seem slower. This system ...
Owner's Manual
Page 190
... 1,000 lbs. (454 kg) loaded weight. Connecting the trailer's lights Do not connect a trailer's lighting system wiring directly to the vehicle's lighting system. 188 Connecting the trailer's brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic, or surge-type hydraulic brakes are safe if you may not have enough braking power and your chances of adequate size should be used...
... 1,000 lbs. (454 kg) loaded weight. Connecting the trailer's lights Do not connect a trailer's lighting system wiring directly to the vehicle's lighting system. 188 Connecting the trailer's brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic, or surge-type hydraulic brakes are safe if you may not have enough braking power and your chances of adequate size should be used...
Owner's Manual
Page 223
...To turn off at all times, as the light will prevent your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it away from moving unexpectedly. Set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is closed. The light assembly is securely latched in the Index. Working... with the engine on the driver's side. Set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is located ...
...To turn off at all times, as the light will prevent your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it away from moving unexpectedly. Set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is closed. The light assembly is securely latched in the Index. Working... with the engine on the driver's side. Set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is located ...
Owner's Manual
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...is maintained for more than 30 days u Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and clevis pins under vehicle are covered with a light coat of grease. u Keep connections clean and covered with grease to reset any memory features (eg. NOTE: If battery cables are... fully released. 276 u Maintain recommended air pressures. radio presets). u Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 Brakes u Make sure brakes and parking brake are disconnected, it will be necessary to prevent rust. Miscellaneous u If storing your vehicle for quick starting. without recharging the ...
...is maintained for more than 30 days u Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and clevis pins under vehicle are covered with a light coat of grease. u Keep connections clean and covered with grease to reset any memory features (eg. NOTE: If battery cables are... fully released. 276 u Maintain recommended air pressures. radio presets). u Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 Brakes u Make sure brakes and parking brake are disconnected, it will be necessary to prevent rust. Miscellaneous u If storing your vehicle for quick starting. without recharging the ...
Owner's Manual
Page 304
... center...description ...Alarm, activating remote personal . Aluminum wheels ...Antenna, radio (see Electronic sound system) ...Antifreeze (see Anti-lock brake system) ...Accessory position on the ignition . Anti-lock brake system (ABS) description ...noise ...see also Brake ...warning light ...Anti-theft lug nuts and key...Anti-theft system arming the system ...description ...20 . 175 . 124 . 250...
... center...description ...Alarm, activating remote personal . Aluminum wheels ...Antenna, radio (see Electronic sound system) ...Antifreeze (see Anti-lock brake system) ...Accessory position on the ignition . Anti-lock brake system (ABS) description ...noise ...see also Brake ...warning light ...Anti-theft lug nuts and key...Anti-theft system arming the system ...description ...20 . 175 . 124 . 250...
Owner's Manual
Page 305
... driving with ...fluid, adding...fluid, checking ...fluid, refill capacities ...fluid, specification ... battery saver...charging system warning light disconnecting ...how to service ...jumping a disabled battery . . Audio system (see Electronic sound system) ...Autolamp system .... disarming a triggered system...triggering ...warning light ...Appeals (see Dispute settlement board) Assistance (see Headlamps) . . replacement, specifications. . Anti-theft system (continued) disarming an untriggered system . . Brake fluid...brake warning light...checking and adding ...4 240 241 126...
... driving with ...fluid, adding...fluid, checking ...fluid, refill capacities ...fluid, specification ... battery saver...charging system warning light disconnecting ...how to service ...jumping a disabled battery . . Audio system (see Electronic sound system) ...Autolamp system .... disarming a triggered system...triggering ...warning light ...Appeals (see Dispute settlement board) Assistance (see Headlamps) . . replacement, specifications. . Anti-theft system (continued) disarming an untriggered system . . Brake fluid...brake warning light...checking and adding ...4 240 241 126...
Owner's Manual
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Chains, tires ...Changing a tire...Charging system warning light ...Childproof locks ...284 . . 4 . 285 . 272 . 149 ...32 258 35 250 205 13 103 308 halogen ...headlamps... ...brakes do not grip well . . master cylinder ...new brake linings ...noise ...parking ...power braking ...servicing ...trailer ...when storing your vehicle . . ... ... ... ... ... 229 273 171 171 171 Break-in period ...Brights (high beams) Bulbs, replacing . . description ...specifications ...Brakes ...adjustment ...anti-lock ...anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...applying the brakes...brake warning light...
Chains, tires ...Changing a tire...Charging system warning light ...Childproof locks ...284 . . 4 . 285 . 272 . 149 ...32 258 35 250 205 13 103 308 halogen ...headlamps... ...brakes do not grip well . . master cylinder ...new brake linings ...noise ...parking ...power braking ...servicing ...trailer ...when storing your vehicle . . ... ... ... ... ... 229 273 171 171 171 Break-in period ...Brights (high beams) Bulbs, replacing . . description ...specifications ...Brakes ...adjustment ...anti-lock ...anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...applying the brakes...brake warning light...
Owner's Manual
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...119 ...121 ...62, 63 62 63 63 L Lamps autolamp delay system ...57 checking ...261 daytime running light system flashing the lamps ...hazard flashers ...headlamps...high beams ...interior lamps ...replacing bulbs...trailer ...Lane change indicator (see Turn... signal) ...Lap belts ...Lights, warning and indicator air bag ...anti-lock brakes (ABS)...anti-theft ...brake ...charging system ...engine oil pressure ...hazard warning light ...high beam ...low oil ...oil pressure ... ... ... ... ... . 56 . 65 . 68 ...
...119 ...121 ...62, 63 62 63 63 L Lamps autolamp delay system ...57 checking ...261 daytime running light system flashing the lamps ...hazard flashers ...headlamps...high beams ...interior lamps ...replacing bulbs...trailer ...Lane change indicator (see Turn... signal) ...Lap belts ...Lights, warning and indicator air bag ...anti-lock brakes (ABS)...anti-theft ...brake ...charging system ...engine oil pressure ...hazard warning light ...high beam ...low oil ...oil pressure ... ... ... ... ... . 56 . 65 . 68 ...
Owner's Manual
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... Motorcraft Parts) . PCV valve, specifications . . On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system ...260 Overdrive ...181 Overseas offices ...286 P Panic alarm feature, remote entry system ...Parking brake ...operation ...warning light ...Parts (see Electronic sound systems) Rear axle lubricant specification ...refill capacity ...Rearview mirror ...Rear window, washer reservoir ...Refill capacities for fluids ...Regulations, National Highway...
... Motorcraft Parts) . PCV valve, specifications . . On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system ...260 Overdrive ...181 Overseas offices ...286 P Panic alarm feature, remote entry system ...Parking brake ...operation ...warning light ...Parts (see Electronic sound systems) Rear axle lubricant specification ...refill capacity ...Rearview mirror ...Rear window, washer reservoir ...Refill capacities for fluids ...Regulations, National Highway...
Owner's Manual
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Towing your vehicle ...tire grades ...treadwear ...wear bands ...Towing a trailer (see Trailer towing) . safety chains...tips ...trailer brakes ... ... ... 246 205 246 270 246 248 247 250 206 276 248 248 248 185 217 217 217 185 185 187 189 188 320 Supplemental Restraint ... maximum trailer weight . Steering wheel horn ...locking ...tilting ...Storage compartments, center console Storing your vehicle...Sunroof (moon roof) ...Sun visor ...Sunvisor...Supplemental air bag readiness light.
Towing your vehicle ...tire grades ...treadwear ...wear bands ...Towing a trailer (see Trailer towing) . safety chains...tips ...trailer brakes ... ... ... 246 205 246 270 246 248 247 250 206 276 248 248 248 185 217 217 217 185 185 187 189 188 320 Supplemental Restraint ... maximum trailer weight . Steering wheel horn ...locking ...tilting ...Storage compartments, center console Storing your vehicle...Sunroof (moon roof) ...Sun visor ...Sunvisor...Supplemental air bag readiness light.
Warranty Guide 1st Printing
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...2 Town Car only 3 Mark VIII only 4 Continental and Mark VIII only 19 Contact your vehicle for additional assistance. DEFECT 3/50 7/70* Parts List Air/Fuel Feedback Control System and Sensors Altitude Compensation System Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Module 1 Catalytic Converter ...Canister, Liquid Separator, and Associated Controls Ignition Coil and/or Control Module Intake Manifold 4 Intake Manifold Runner Control Malfunction Indicator Light System (MIL) PCV System and Oil Filler Cap Powertrain Control Module Spark Control Components Spark Plugs and Ignition Wires ...
...2 Town Car only 3 Mark VIII only 4 Continental and Mark VIII only 19 Contact your vehicle for additional assistance. DEFECT 3/50 7/70* Parts List Air/Fuel Feedback Control System and Sensors Altitude Compensation System Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Module 1 Catalytic Converter ...Canister, Liquid Separator, and Associated Controls Ignition Coil and/or Control Module Intake Manifold 4 Intake Manifold Runner Control Malfunction Indicator Light System (MIL) PCV System and Oil Filler Cap Powertrain Control Module Spark Control Components Spark Plugs and Ignition Wires ...