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... axle lubricant on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see page 35-36) Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles) Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS if equipped) Additional services for...wheel bearings and grease seals, lubricate and adjust bearings Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) * If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 33 2003...
... axle lubricant on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see page 35-36) Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles) Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS if equipped) Additional services for...wheel bearings and grease seals, lubricate and adjust bearings Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) * If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 33 2003...
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...Lincoln/Mercury primarily in one of engine operation, whichever occurs first Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Lube front lower control arm and steering linkage ball joints with XY-75W90-FEHP As required Change manual transmission fluid As required Inspect and lubricate U-joints Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving...15,000 miles Replace fuel filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings 37 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Special Operating Conditions Special...
...Lincoln/Mercury primarily in one of engine operation, whichever occurs first Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Lube front lower control arm and steering linkage ball joints with XY-75W90-FEHP As required Change manual transmission fluid As required Inspect and lubricate U-joints Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving...15,000 miles Replace fuel filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings 37 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Special Operating Conditions Special...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... foot off the accelerator pedal. Driver Controls Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are located on the steering wheel for using your speed control are winding, slippery or unpaved. Press the SET + control and release it . 2. Note: • Vehicle speed may want to apply... the speed. • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on a downhill, you may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill. • If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on the 5. Press the ON control and release it . 4.
... foot off the accelerator pedal. Driver Controls Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are located on the steering wheel for using your speed control are winding, slippery or unpaved. Press the SET + control and release it . 2. Note: • Vehicle speed may want to apply... the speed. • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on a downhill, you may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill. • If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on the 5. Press the ON control and release it . 4.
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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Driving Driving STARTING Positions of radio noise. RUN, all accessories without locking the steering wheel. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of the ignition 1. Only use.... When starting a fuel-injected engine, don't press the accelerator before or during starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. Key position when driving. 5. Extended idling at high engine speeds can be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake pedal being depressed. OFF, shuts off...
Driving Driving STARTING Positions of radio noise. RUN, all accessories without locking the steering wheel. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of the ignition 1. Only use.... When starting a fuel-injected engine, don't press the accelerator before or during starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. Key position when driving. 5. Extended idling at high engine speeds can be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake pedal being depressed. OFF, shuts off...
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... the driver's safety belt is difficulty in starting and heater/defroster performance. light may occur when: 5 • the front wheels are turned • a front wheel is 187 Excessive cranking could damage the starter. Driving • Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (START). 2 1 3 4 5 Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or...
... the driver's safety belt is difficulty in starting and heater/defroster performance. light may occur when: 5 • the front wheels are turned • a front wheel is 187 Excessive cranking could damage the starter. Driving • Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (START). 2 1 3 4 5 Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or...
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...the ABS may be disabled and may be worn-out and should be serviced. 188 Driving strongly recommended if you smell exhaust fumes. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be plugged in the night before starting the vehicle. ...The heater can be inspected by a qualified service technician. Do not drive if you live in fresh air. BRAKES Occasional brake noise is...
...the ABS may be disabled and may be worn-out and should be serviced. 188 Driving strongly recommended if you smell exhaust fumes. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be plugged in the night before starting the vehicle. ...The heater can be inspected by a qualified service technician. Do not drive if you live in fresh air. BRAKES Occasional brake noise is...
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... be no reason for more effort. At lower speeds, maneuverability will decrease to the power steering system: • Never hold the steering wheel at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked by your vehicle, especially on the reservoir). TRACTION CONTROLி Your vehicle... may hear an electric motor type of your dealer or a qualified service technician. Driving or APPLY ((P)). this is normal and the parking brake is turned off), you maintain the stability and steerability of sound coming from ...
... be no reason for more effort. At lower speeds, maneuverability will decrease to the power steering system: • Never hold the steering wheel at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked by your vehicle, especially on the reservoir). TRACTION CONTROLி Your vehicle... may hear an electric motor type of your dealer or a qualified service technician. Driving or APPLY ((P)). this is normal and the parking brake is turned off), you maintain the stability and steerability of sound coming from ...
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... is detected, the traction control switch's OFF indicator will illuminate and your vehicle maintain traction, when driving on slippery and/or hilly road surfaces, by detecting and controlling wheel spin. It helps your vehicle should be serviced. In an emergency lane-change, the driver will experience...wet/snowy/icy road conditions and/or when performing emergency maneuvers. This may allow the brakes to "dig" for traction. Excessive wheel spin is controlled by momentarily reducing engine power and rapidly applying the anti-lock brakes. Anti-lock braking is not affected by...
... is detected, the traction control switch's OFF indicator will illuminate and your vehicle maintain traction, when driving on slippery and/or hilly road surfaces, by detecting and controlling wheel spin. It helps your vehicle should be serviced. In an emergency lane-change, the driver will experience...wet/snowy/icy road conditions and/or when performing emergency maneuvers. This may allow the brakes to "dig" for traction. Excessive wheel spin is controlled by momentarily reducing engine power and rapidly applying the anti-lock brakes. Anti-lock braking is not affected by...
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... enhance momentum through the obstacle. The occurrence of the AdvanceTrac system. If the vehicle is stuck in snow or mud or when driving in deep sand or very deep snow, switching off the AdvanceTrac system may experience the following: • A rumble or grinding ...operation. Some drivers may also hear a whoosh of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. this severe condition. If your vehicle's wheel/tire size, suspension or steering; You may notice a slight movement of supplemental radio components, such as a subwoofer, may lead to grip the...
... enhance momentum through the obstacle. The occurrence of the AdvanceTrac system. If the vehicle is stuck in snow or mud or when driving in deep sand or very deep snow, switching off the AdvanceTrac system may experience the following: • A rumble or grinding ...operation. Some drivers may also hear a whoosh of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. this severe condition. If your vehicle's wheel/tire size, suspension or steering; You may notice a slight movement of supplemental radio components, such as a subwoofer, may lead to grip the...
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...and provide consistent shift feel over the life of R (Reverse). 195 1 P (Park) This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. To put your vehicle in P (Park): • Come to a complete stop • Move the gearshift lever and securely... Your transmission is latched in P (Park). R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will fully update transmission operation. Driving Driving with an adaptive learning strategy found in the vehicle computer. This feature is designed to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave...
...and provide consistent shift feel over the life of R (Reverse). 195 1 P (Park) This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. To put your vehicle in P (Park): • Come to a complete stop • Move the gearshift lever and securely... Your transmission is latched in P (Park). R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will fully update transmission operation. Driving Driving with an adaptive learning strategy found in the vehicle computer. This feature is designed to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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Traction or brake capability may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of the wheel rims (for cars). Driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very slowly especially if the depth is not known. A park assist control allows the driver...or enable the system. Press the control to operate inaccurately. These elements may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage. 201 Driving The rear park assist is automatically enabled when the gear selector is placed in R (Reverse). The indicator will remain illuminated to the rear ...
Traction or brake capability may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of the wheel rims (for cars). Driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very slowly especially if the depth is not known. A park assist control allows the driver...or enable the system. Press the control to operate inaccurately. These elements may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage. 201 Driving The rear park assist is automatically enabled when the gear selector is placed in R (Reverse). The indicator will remain illuminated to the rear ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...recreational vehicle). Ford recommends the driveshaft be exceeded, you must be removed/installed only by a qualified technician. All Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles: This applies to tow your vehicle with rear wheel drive capability. • Place the transmission in N (Neutral) • Maximum speed is 56 km/h (35 mph) ... driveshaft may cause damage to insufficient lubrication. Improper removal/installation of 56 km/h (35 mph) must disconnect the driveshaft. Driving RECREATIONAL TOWING (ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND) Follow these guidelines for driveshaft removal/installation. 203
...recreational vehicle). Ford recommends the driveshaft be exceeded, you must be removed/installed only by a qualified technician. All Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles: This applies to tow your vehicle with rear wheel drive capability. • Place the transmission in N (Neutral) • Maximum speed is 56 km/h (35 mph) ... driveshaft may cause damage to insufficient lubrication. Improper removal/installation of 56 km/h (35 mph) must disconnect the driveshaft. Driving RECREATIONAL TOWING (ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND) Follow these guidelines for driveshaft removal/installation. 203
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Relay 003 - Relay 007 - Diode 02 - *Mini fuses **Maxi fuses CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily. Diode 01 - Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. 215 Power Distribution Box Description Moonroof Fuel pump...
Relay 003 - Relay 007 - Diode 02 - *Mini fuses **Maxi fuses CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily. Diode 01 - Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. 215 Power Distribution Box Description Moonroof Fuel pump...
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... do not: • exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) • load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on • use the wheel for emergency use only. Drive cautiously and replace the temporary spare tire as soon as such. It is smaller than a regular tire and is on the Safety Compliance... spare tire do not follow these precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel • drive for long distances when the temporary-use spare is designed for any other type of vehicle • use more than one temporary spare tire...
... do not: • exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) • load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on • use the wheel for emergency use only. Drive cautiously and replace the temporary spare tire as soon as such. It is smaller than a regular tire and is on the Safety Compliance... spare tire do not follow these precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel • drive for long distances when the temporary-use spare is designed for any other type of vehicle • use more than one temporary spare tire...
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.... Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and apply pressure on each wheel must be removed and replaced with this feature, one of keys. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench ...away. Unblock the wheels. 1 3 4 5 Anti-theft lug nuts (if equipped) 2 If your nearest Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer who has access to the lug nut. If the lug wrench/lug ...with the spare tire. Make sure you hold the key at an angle, you drive. 11. Make sure jack is equipped with a special key. Install the lug nut by turning the wrench clockwise. ...
.... Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and apply pressure on each wheel must be removed and replaced with this feature, one of keys. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench ...away. Unblock the wheels. 1 3 4 5 Anti-theft lug nuts (if equipped) 2 If your nearest Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer who has access to the lug nut. If the lug wrench/lug ...with the spare tire. Make sure you hold the key at an angle, you drive. 11. Make sure jack is equipped with a special key. Install the lug nut by turning the wrench clockwise. ...
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...55 mph] uses 15% less fuel than one minute) may reduce fuel economy. • Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving. Unnecessary shifting of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use... only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found ...
...55 mph] uses 15% less fuel than one minute) may reduce fuel economy. • Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving. Unnecessary shifting of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use... only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found ...
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...following information about tire grades exactly as defined in road characteristics and climate. Treadwear The treadwear grade is based on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. A tire marked C may depart significantly from highest to lowest are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire's resistance to... traction grade assigned to new pneumatic tires for use on a specified government test course. The grade C corresponds to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in Title 49 Code of 10 to sudden tire failure. They do not apply to the generation...
...following information about tire grades exactly as defined in road characteristics and climate. Treadwear The treadwear grade is based on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. A tire marked C may depart significantly from highest to lowest are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire's resistance to... traction grade assigned to new pneumatic tires for use on a specified government test course. The grade C corresponds to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in Title 49 Code of 10 to sudden tire failure. They do not apply to the generation...
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... tread design (e.g., "All Terrain", "Touring", etc.), as originally offered by remounting the tire to the wheel, if necessary, to permit tire rotation with the unidirectional full-size spare, rotating counter to follow these precautions may not drive properly and safely. Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is rotated...
... tread design (e.g., "All Terrain", "Touring", etc.), as originally offered by remounting the tire to the wheel, if necessary, to permit tire rotation with the unidirectional full-size spare, rotating counter to follow these precautions may not drive properly and safely. Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is rotated...
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Index plastic parts ...240 washing ...237 waxing ...237 wheels ...238 wiper blades ...240 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ...72, 74 Compass, electronic ...96 calibration ...97 set zone adjustment ...97 ...Cruise control (see Lamps) ...81 Defrost rear window ...79 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...268 engine oil ...248 Doors central unlocking ...125 lubricant specifications ...278 Driving under special conditions ...199 through water ...201 E Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ...220 Emergency Flashers ...205 Emission control system ...266 Engine ...279-280 cleaning ...
Index plastic parts ...240 washing ...237 waxing ...237 wheels ...238 wiper blades ...240 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ...72, 74 Compass, electronic ...96 calibration ...97 set zone adjustment ...97 ...Cruise control (see Lamps) ...81 Defrost rear window ...79 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...268 engine oil ...248 Doors central unlocking ...125 lubricant specifications ...278 Driving under special conditions ...199 through water ...201 E Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ...220 Emergency Flashers ...205 Emission control system ...266 Engine ...279-280 cleaning ...
Quick Reference Guide 1st Printing
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... program.This pr Vehicle Limited Warranty. ROADSIDE EMERGENCIES: To fully assist you if you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake hea your occupants. The temporary spare tire fo It is smaller than a regular ...warnings designed to help reduce the risk of injury to you begin learning about your vehicle • Limited fuel delivery Lincoln LS Litho in U.S.A. *F3W4J19G217AA* 3W4J-19G217-AA October 2002 First Printing Quick Reference Guide Country: United States Canada Phon... Limited Wa or 80,000 km (50,000 miles). Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly mov the road.
... program.This pr Vehicle Limited Warranty. ROADSIDE EMERGENCIES: To fully assist you if you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake hea your occupants. The temporary spare tire fo It is smaller than a regular ...warnings designed to help reduce the risk of injury to you begin learning about your vehicle • Limited fuel delivery Lincoln LS Litho in U.S.A. *F3W4J19G217AA* 3W4J-19G217-AA October 2002 First Printing Quick Reference Guide Country: United States Canada Phon... Limited Wa or 80,000 km (50,000 miles). Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly mov the road.