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...15,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities...
...15,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities...
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...30,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) Replace fuel filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air filter, if...
...30,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) Replace fuel filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air filter, if...
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... Guide USA English (fus) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 45,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires...
... Guide USA English (fus) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 45,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires...
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... lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings (if not sealed bearings) Change manual transmission fluid Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (F Super Duty) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder and reset the minder after filter replacement Additional services for your dealer for : Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks Normal Schedule * If vehicle is registered...
... lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings (if not sealed bearings) Change manual transmission fluid Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (F Super Duty) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder and reset the minder after filter replacement Additional services for your dealer for : Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks Normal Schedule * If vehicle is registered...
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...,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped Check air filter...
...,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped Check air filter...
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... 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 90,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace...
... 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 90,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace...
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... 25 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Replace spark plugs Change Premium Gold coolant (see exceptions page 34 and record page 48) Replace PCV valve on all passenger cars and light trucks under 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (see page 5) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Additional services for optimal tire life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 100,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter...
... 25 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Replace spark plugs Change Premium Gold coolant (see exceptions page 34 and record page 48) Replace PCV valve on all passenger cars and light trucks under 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (see page 5) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Additional services for optimal tire life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 100,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter...
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... maintenance be recorded. 28 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 120,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires...
... maintenance be recorded. 28 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 120,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires...
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... Vans Change manual transmission fluid Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (F Super Duty) Replace camshaft belt on 4 cylinder engine (2.0L Escape) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder and reset the minder after filter replacement Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks 125,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport...
... Vans Change manual transmission fluid Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (F Super Duty) Replace camshaft belt on 4 cylinder engine (2.0L Escape) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder and reset the minder after filter replacement Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks 125,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport...
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...Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Change Premium Gold coolant (see below) Check air filter minder, replace filter as required (Focus PZEV engine) Replace fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and filter Change rear axle lubricant on all recommended maintenance services be performed...
...Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Change Premium Gold coolant (see below) Check air filter minder, replace filter as required (Focus PZEV engine) Replace fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and filter Change rear axle lubricant on all recommended maintenance services be performed...
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... of engine operation, whichever occurs first Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Lube front lower control arm and steering linkage ball joints with zerk fittings, if equipped Every 5,000 miles Inspect brake system Check battery electrolyte level (Patrol Cars) Every 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 Operating Conditions Items...
... of engine operation, whichever occurs first Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Lube front lower control arm and steering linkage ball joints with zerk fittings, if equipped Every 5,000 miles Inspect brake system Check battery electrolyte level (Patrol Cars) Every 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 Operating Conditions Items...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... water from the headliner. 3. Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs To change the high-mount brake lamp assembly: 1. Remove the light assembly from entering the trunk. 8. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. 3. Disconnect the light assembly wiring and replace the light assembly. 82 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Carefully pull the bulb from the retaining clips. 2. Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch...
... water from the headliner. 3. Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs To change the high-mount brake lamp assembly: 1. Remove the light assembly from entering the trunk. 8. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. 3. Disconnect the light assembly wiring and replace the light assembly. 82 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Carefully pull the bulb from the retaining clips. 2. Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch...
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... 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The use of the wrong type of these objects from the coded key and restart the engine. You need to your dealer. Locks and Security Releasing the trunk with two coded keys; Before operating the power decklid, be seriously injured by the trunk lid. Your vehicle comes with the keyless entry system To release/open the trunk, enter the factory...
... 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The use of the wrong type of these objects from the coded key and restart the engine. You need to your dealer. Locks and Security Releasing the trunk with two coded keys; Before operating the power decklid, be seriously injured by the trunk lid. Your vehicle comes with the keyless entry system To release/open the trunk, enter the factory...
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.... • Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may shut off the speed control. Driving Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off automatically when you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Servicing after the trailer is removed from the water. 183 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The speed control may occur. This will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow...
.... • Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may shut off the speed control. Driving Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off automatically when you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Servicing after the trailer is removed from the water. 183 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The speed control may occur. This will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow...
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... Not used Not used Ignition switch, Starter Cooling fan (variable speed) Blower motor Heated backlight, IP fuse 28 EEC relay, PDB fuses 19, 20 ABS module IP fuse 29, Delayed accessories relay (windows, moon roof, radio) IP fuse 30, Memory seats, Power seats, Lumbar, Adjustable pedals, Memory mirrors Power decklid Not used Not used Ignition switch, IP fuses, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 IP fuses, 1, 5, 7, 9, 31 193 109 110 111 112 113 40A** - - 40A** 40A** 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...
... Not used Not used Ignition switch, Starter Cooling fan (variable speed) Blower motor Heated backlight, IP fuse 28 EEC relay, PDB fuses 19, 20 ABS module IP fuse 29, Delayed accessories relay (windows, moon roof, radio) IP fuse 30, Memory seats, Power seats, Lumbar, Adjustable pedals, Memory mirrors Power decklid Not used Not used Ignition switch, IP fuses, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 IP fuses, 1, 5, 7, 9, 31 193 109 110 111 112 113 40A** - - 40A** 40A** 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...
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... only) (CXC-100) 220 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) they are custom designed to fulfill your vehicle. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your automotive needs; These quality products have been specifically engineered to complement the style and appearance of your authorized Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer. Keep body and door drain holes free from...
... only) (CXC-100) 220 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) they are custom designed to fulfill your vehicle. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your automotive needs; These quality products have been specifically engineered to complement the style and appearance of your authorized Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer. Keep body and door drain holes free from...
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... ...257 Driving under special conditions ...177 through water ...180 E Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ...199 Emergency Flashers ...186 Emission control system ...244 Engine ...259 cleaning ...216 coolant ...231 fail-safe coolant ...235 idle speed control ...229 lubrication specifications ...257, 259 refill capacities ...256 service points ...224 starting after a collision ...186 Engine block heater ...169 Engine oil ...225 change oil soon warning, message center ...225 checking and adding ...225 dipstick ...225 filter, specifications ...228, 255 267 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post...
... ...257 Driving under special conditions ...177 through water ...180 E Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ...199 Emergency Flashers ...186 Emission control system ...244 Engine ...259 cleaning ...216 coolant ...231 fail-safe coolant ...235 idle speed control ...229 lubrication specifications ...257, 259 refill capacities ...256 service points ...224 starting after a collision ...186 Engine block heater ...169 Engine oil ...225 change oil soon warning, message center ...225 checking and adding ...225 dipstick ...225 filter, specifications ...228, 255 267 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post...
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... Headlamps ...74 aiming ...76 autolamp system ...74 bulb specifications ...79 daytime running lights ...75 flash to pass ...76 high beam ...75 replacing bulbs ...80 turning on and off ...74 HomeLink universal transceiver (see Garage door opener) ...90 Hood ...223 I Ignition ...166, 259 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ...158 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...246 Instrument panel cleaning ...218 cluster ...10 lighting up panel and interior .76 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... Headlamps ...74 aiming ...76 autolamp system ...74 bulb specifications ...79 daytime running lights ...75 flash to pass ...76 high beam ...75 replacing bulbs ...80 turning on and off ...74 HomeLink universal transceiver (see Garage door opener) ...90 Hood ...223 I Ignition ...166, 259 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ...158 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...246 Instrument panel cleaning ...218 cluster ...10 lighting up panel and interior .76 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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... access/easyout feature ..132 memory seat ...120, 132 Servicing your vehicle ...222 Spare tire (see Changing the Tire) ...195 Spark plugs, specifications ...255, 259 Specification chart, lubricants ...257, 259 Speed control ...99 Starting your vehicle ...166-167, 169 jump starting ...199 Steering speed sensitive ...173 Steering wheel controls ...102 tilting ...85 T Tilt steering wheel ...85 Tires ...194, 251-253 changing ...194-195 checking the pressure ...253 replacing ...254 rotating ...253 snow tires and chains ...254 tire grades ...252 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002...
... access/easyout feature ..132 memory seat ...120, 132 Servicing your vehicle ...222 Spare tire (see Changing the Tire) ...195 Spark plugs, specifications ...255, 259 Specification chart, lubricants ...257, 259 Speed control ...99 Starting your vehicle ...166-167, 169 jump starting ...199 Steering speed sensitive ...173 Steering wheel controls ...102 tilting ...85 T Tilt steering wheel ...85 Tires ...194, 251-253 changing ...194-195 checking the pressure ...253 replacing ...254 rotating ...253 snow tires and chains ...254 tire grades ...252 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002...
Warranty Guide 4th Printing
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• Fuel Tank • Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve • Ignition Coil and/or Control Module • Intake Manifold • MIL/On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System • PCV System and Oil Filler Cap Powertrain Control Module Secondary Air Injection System Spark Control Components Spark Plugs and Ignition Wires Throttle Air Control Bypass Valve • Throttle Body Assembly (MFI) Important information about the specific parts covered by the Emissions Defect Warranty, contact your dealer. Your Lincoln dealer maintains a complete list of parts, above. For more details...
• Fuel Tank • Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve • Ignition Coil and/or Control Module • Intake Manifold • MIL/On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System • PCV System and Oil Filler Cap Powertrain Control Module Secondary Air Injection System Spark Control Components Spark Plugs and Ignition Wires Throttle Air Control Bypass Valve • Throttle Body Assembly (MFI) Important information about the specific parts covered by the Emissions Defect Warranty, contact your dealer. Your Lincoln dealer maintains a complete list of parts, above. For more details...