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only) 149 157 Cleaning 158 2 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 73 73 76 86 96 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 108 108 111 113 114 121 124 124 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing 125 125 126 126 127 136 142 148 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S.
only) 149 157 Cleaning 158 2 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 73 73 76 86 96 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 108 108 111 113 114 121 124 124 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing 125 125 126 126 127 136 142 148 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S.
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... Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Hazard Warning Flasher Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Introduction These are some of the symbols you may...
... Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Hazard Warning Flasher Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Introduction These are some of the symbols you may...
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... to follow these instructions may affect the performance of the air bag system, increasing the risk of the owner's guide. 87 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If you can result in a collision. Failure to be ... pedals comfortably. • Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees) from the air bag: • Move your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. See your seat to Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch in this chapter of injury. Do not...equipment to service, repair, or modify the air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) or its fuses.
... to follow these instructions may affect the performance of the air bag system, increasing the risk of the owner's guide. 87 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If you can result in a collision. Failure to be ... pedals comfortably. • Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees) from the air bag: • Move your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. See your seat to Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch in this chapter of injury. Do not...equipment to service, repair, or modify the air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) or its fuses.
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... of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided. 94 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The more severe the crash, and ...front seats or in an accident. Failure to service, repair, or modify the air bag SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on an occupant's chest and reduce the risk of a collision. The energy ... driver and right front passenger. In a crash, if the air bag is . Do not lean your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. These particular belts are specifically designed to help reduce the risk of force on ...
... of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided. 94 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The more severe the crash, and ...front seats or in an accident. Failure to service, repair, or modify the air bag SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on an occupant's chest and reduce the risk of a collision. The energy ... driver and right front passenger. In a crash, if the air bag is . Do not lean your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. These particular belts are specifically designed to help reduce the risk of force on ...
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Driving When the key is possible that the brakelamps are not operating properly. Do not drive your dealer or a qualified service technician. 115 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) See your vehicle until you leave your vehicle. Start the vehicle. If it is necessary to ... the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake pedal depressed. Turn the ignition to Fuses and relays in P (Park). Refer to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you verify that...
Driving When the key is possible that the brakelamps are not operating properly. Do not drive your dealer or a qualified service technician. 115 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) See your vehicle until you leave your vehicle. Start the vehicle. If it is necessary to ... the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake pedal depressed. Turn the ignition to Fuses and relays in P (Park). Refer to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you verify that...
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... 4. If no leaks are not working, a fuse may have blown. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. 15 Note: Always replace a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire. 127 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA... English (fus) Using a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Make another check for leaks. 3. Turn the ignition OFF. 2. ...
... 4. If no leaks are not working, a fuse may have blown. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. 15 Note: Always replace a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire. 127 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA... English (fus) Using a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Make another check for leaks. 3. Turn the ignition OFF. 2. ...
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... 50A 60A 70A 80A Mini fuses Grey Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Natural Green - - - - - Pink Pink Green Green Red Red - Brown - Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located on the fuse panel cover. 128 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post...-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Maxi fuses Yellow - Green Orange Red Blue Tan Natural Cartridge Fuse link maxi cartridge fuses Blue Blue - -
... 50A 60A 70A 80A Mini fuses Grey Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Natural Green - - - - - Pink Pink Green Green Red Red - Brown - Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located on the fuse panel cover. 128 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post...-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Maxi fuses Yellow - Green Orange Red Blue Tan Natural Cartridge Fuse link maxi cartridge fuses Blue Blue - -
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... Rating 5A 15A 5A 15A 10A 5A 10A 5A 5A 5A 20A 15A 10A Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Right-hand turn/park lamp and side marker Right-hand headlamp Left-hand turn/park lamp and side marker Left-hand headlamp Passenger ... 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 130 10A 10A 10A 5A 10A 3A 10A 10A 5A 5A 10A 20A 10A 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... Rating 5A 15A 5A 15A 10A 5A 10A 5A 5A 5A 20A 15A 10A Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Right-hand turn/park lamp and side marker Right-hand headlamp Left-hand turn/park lamp and side marker Left-hand headlamp Passenger ... 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 130 10A 10A 10A 5A 10A 3A 10A 10A 5A 5A 10A 20A 10A 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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... box is located in the engine compartment. To reduce risk of the Maintenance and specifications chapter. 131 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. 7 Always disconnect the battery before reconnecting the battery...
... box is located in the engine compartment. To reduce risk of the Maintenance and specifications chapter. 131 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. 7 Always disconnect the battery before reconnecting the battery...
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... 06 RELAY 03 RELAY 07 RELAY 08 RELAY 11 RELAY 12 RELAY 13 RELAY 14 RELAY 15 The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 132 Fuse Amp Rating 10A* - 10A* 20A* 15A* 15A* - 20A* - - 15A* 15A* Power Distribution Box ...Description A/C clutch Not used Park lamp Horn Fuel injectors Transmission solenoids Not used Power point Not used Not used Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen (HEGO) sensors Coil-on-plug 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002...
... 06 RELAY 03 RELAY 07 RELAY 08 RELAY 11 RELAY 12 RELAY 13 RELAY 14 RELAY 15 The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 132 Fuse Amp Rating 10A* - 10A* 20A* 15A* 15A* - 20A* - - 15A* 15A* Power Distribution Box ...Description A/C clutch Not used Park lamp Horn Fuel injectors Transmission solenoids Not used Power point Not used Not used Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen (HEGO) sensors Coil-on-plug 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002...
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... Auxiliary coolant pump Horn Not used A/C clutch Cooling fan motor Blower motor Not used Not used Not used PCM Starter motor PCM relay coil 133 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Relay 05 1/2 ISO Relay Relay 06 1/2 ISO Relay Relay 07 - Relay 08 1/2 ISO Relay 09 60A...** Relay 10 Full ISO Relay Relay 11 - Relay 13 - Relay 12 - Relay 02 - Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 13 - 14 30A** 15 - 16 30A** 17 - 18 40A** 19 - 20 - 21 30A** 22 40A** 23 - 24 30A** Relay 01 - Relay...
... Auxiliary coolant pump Horn Not used A/C clutch Cooling fan motor Blower motor Not used Not used Not used PCM Starter motor PCM relay coil 133 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Relay 05 1/2 ISO Relay Relay 06 1/2 ISO Relay Relay 07 - Relay 08 1/2 ISO Relay 09 60A...** Relay 10 Full ISO Relay Relay 11 - Relay 13 - Relay 12 - Relay 02 - Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 13 - 14 30A** 15 - 16 30A** 17 - 18 40A** 19 - 20 - 21 30A** 22 40A** 23 - 24 30A** Relay 01 - Relay...
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...31 25 > PBT < 32 RELAY 007 MINI-FUSE RELAY 001 RELAY 002 RELAY 003 CARTRIDGE FUSE RELAY 004 RELAY 005 RELAY 006 DIODE 01 DIODE 02 SEE OWNER'S MANUAL CONSULTER LA GUIDE The high-current fuses are coded as follows. 134 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA... English (fus) The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect ...
...31 25 > PBT < 32 RELAY 007 MINI-FUSE RELAY 001 RELAY 002 RELAY 003 CARTRIDGE FUSE RELAY 004 RELAY 005 RELAY 006 DIODE 01 DIODE 02 SEE OWNER'S MANUAL CONSULTER LA GUIDE The high-current fuses are coded as follows. 134 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA... English (fus) The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect ...
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... Not used Passenger heated seat Driver heated seat REM Not used Convertible top relay coil Alternator sense Not used Ignition switch SSP4 SSP3 Passenger compartment fuse panel Passenger power seat SSP1 REM -Right front window 135 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24... 25 26 27 28 5A* 10A* 10A* 5A* - 15A* 15A* 5A* - 5A* 5A* - 15A* 20A* 30A** 30A** - 20A** 30A** 30A** 40A** 30A** 30A** 30A** 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Left front window Not used Fuel pump Subwoofer amplifier Driver power seat FEM -
... Not used Passenger heated seat Driver heated seat REM Not used Convertible top relay coil Alternator sense Not used Ignition switch SSP4 SSP3 Passenger compartment fuse panel Passenger power seat SSP1 REM -Right front window 135 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24... 25 26 27 28 5A* 10A* 10A* 5A* - 15A* 15A* 5A* - 5A* 5A* - 15A* 20A* 30A** 30A** - 20A** 30A** 30A** 40A** 30A** 30A** 30A** 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Left front window Not used Fuel pump Subwoofer amplifier Driver power seat FEM -
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...vehicle may damage your speed. When driving with a T-type/mini-spare tire or a full-size spare tire. Diode 02 1A *Mini fuses **Cartridge fuses Power Distribution Box Description Rear defroster Not used Convertible top motor SSP2 SSP1 SSP4 Rear defroster SSP3 SSP2 Not used Fuel pump Not used Fuel...Temporary Use Only" molded into the tire sidewall. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the Safety Compliance Label 136 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) This spare tire is not recommended and may be equipped with the T-type/mini...
...vehicle may damage your speed. When driving with a T-type/mini-spare tire or a full-size spare tire. Diode 02 1A *Mini fuses **Cartridge fuses Power Distribution Box Description Rear defroster Not used Convertible top motor SSP2 SSP1 SSP4 Rear defroster SSP3 SSP2 Not used Fuel pump Not used Fuel...Temporary Use Only" molded into the tire sidewall. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the Safety Compliance Label 136 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) This spare tire is not recommended and may be equipped with the T-type/mini...
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... ...181, 204 improving fuel economy ...182 octane rating ...180, 208-209 quality ...181 running out of fuel ...181 safety information relating to automotive fuels ...177 Fuses ...127-128 G Garage Door Opener (see Homelink wireless control system) ...46 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...179 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...182 Gauges ...14... (I/M) testing ...186 Instrument panel cleaning ...161 cluster ...10 lighting up panel and interior ...28 J Jack ...136 positioning ...136 storage ...136 Jump-starting your vehicle ...142 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... ...181, 204 improving fuel economy ...182 octane rating ...180, 208-209 quality ...181 running out of fuel ...181 safety information relating to automotive fuels ...177 Fuses ...127-128 G Garage Door Opener (see Homelink wireless control system) ...46 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...179 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...182 Gauges ...14... (I/M) testing ...186 Instrument panel cleaning ...161 cluster ...10 lighting up panel and interior ...28 J Jack ...136 positioning ...136 storage ...136 Jump-starting your vehicle ...142 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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... ...41 Motorcraft parts ...181, 204 O Octane rating ...180 Oil (see Engine oil) ...167 P Parking brake ...112 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...204 Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...131, 134 Power door locks ...61 Power Point Cigar lighter ...39 Power steering ...114 fluid, checking and adding ...187 fluid, refill capacity ...205 fluid, specifications...entry ...67 locking/unlocking doors ...61 opening the trunk ...65 Roadside assistance ...125 S Safety Belt Maintenance ...85 Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ...76-80 219 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... ...41 Motorcraft parts ...181, 204 O Octane rating ...180 Oil (see Engine oil) ...167 P Parking brake ...112 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...204 Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...131, 134 Power door locks ...61 Power Point Cigar lighter ...39 Power steering ...114 fluid, checking and adding ...187 fluid, refill capacity ...205 fluid, specifications...entry ...67 locking/unlocking doors ...61 opening the trunk ...65 Roadside assistance ...125 S Safety Belt Maintenance ...85 Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ...76-80 219 2004 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)