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... Keys Locks Anti-theft system 63 63 63 71 Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 75 75 78 88 98 1 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... Keys Locks Anti-theft system 63 63 63 71 Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 75 75 78 88 98 1 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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... oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 2 178 184 185 186 189 191 197 209 210 211 213 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 2 178 184 185 186 189 191 197 209 210 211 213 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2004 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Table of Contents Accessories Index 219 221 All rights reserved. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company.
Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2004 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Table of Contents Accessories Index 219 221 All rights reserved. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company.
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... cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The more information on Ford Motor Company and its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to...
... cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The more information on Ford Motor Company and its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to...
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... speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to drive continuously at the same speed for more information on oil usage. 5 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Protecting the environment We must all play our part in oils during the first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation...
... speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to drive continuously at the same speed for more information on oil usage. 5 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Protecting the environment We must all play our part in oils during the first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation...
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... such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle. Ford Motor Company and Ford of such an event. This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle...the brake pedal; • how fast the vehicle was positioning the steering wheel. For a detailed description of Canada. 6 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Other parties may assist in your Owner's Guide. Introduction SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle ...
... such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle. Ford Motor Company and Ford of such an event. This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle...the brake pedal; • how fast the vehicle was positioning the steering wheel. For a detailed description of Canada. 6 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Other parties may assist in your Owner's Guide. Introduction SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle ...
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Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Introduction Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls. Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS) in front of an active passenger air bag. 7 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.
Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Introduction Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls. Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS) in front of an active passenger air bag. 7 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.
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... Malfunction Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
... Malfunction Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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... your vehicle serviced immediately. Many lights will illuminate when you to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 10 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If any light remains on . Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have the respective system inspected...
... your vehicle serviced immediately. Many lights will illuminate when you to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 10 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If any light remains on . Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have the respective system inspected...
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... to remind you to fasten your dealership. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is not charging properly. 11 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. If the brake system warning light...
... to remind you to fasten your dealership. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is not charging properly. 11 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. If the brake system warning light...
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... coolant temperature is displayed or flashing, this chapter). If an "E" character is high. Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is deactivated. 12 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to Fuel gauge in this indicates a transmission malfunction, contact your dealer immediately. If the light remains on, have the...
... coolant temperature is displayed or flashing, this chapter). If an "E" character is high. Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is deactivated. 12 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to Fuel gauge in this indicates a transmission malfunction, contact your dealer immediately. If the light remains on, have the...
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... bulb has burned out. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left in the ignition in the ignition) and the driver's door is opened . 13 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Report the fault to a 'limp-home' operation. Depress the RESET control to return to the Trip odometer display. If the...
... bulb has burned out. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left in the ignition in the ignition) and the driver's door is opened . 13 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Report the fault to a 'limp-home' operation. Depress the RESET control to return to the Trip odometer display. If the...
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Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. Instrument Cluster GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is overheating. If it enters the red section, the engine is running or hot. 14 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between "H" and "C"). Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature.
Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. Instrument Cluster GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is overheating. If it enters the red section, the engine is running or hot. 14 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between "H" and "C"). Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature.
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... how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. 15 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in the ON position). To reset, depress the RESET control. Driving with your tachometer pointer...
... how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. 15 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in the ON position). To reset, depress the RESET control. Driving with your tachometer pointer...
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... station or track. 2. TEXT: TEXT is reached. Ambiance gives the feeling of ambiance. 16 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Turn the volume control to increase/decrease the level of "being there" to your Ford dealer. Rewind: In CD mode, press until desired selection is only available when equipped with...
... station or track. 2. TEXT: TEXT is reached. Ambiance gives the feeling of ambiance. 16 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Turn the volume control to increase/decrease the level of "being there" to your Ford dealer. Rewind: In CD mode, press until desired selection is only available when equipped with...
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... transmit information. FM radio stations are independently operated and individually elect to use RDS technology to transmit station ID and program type as desired. 17 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... transmit information. FM radio stations are independently operated and individually elect to use RDS technology to transmit station ID and program type as desired. 17 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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...format: Classic, Country, Info, Jazz, Oldies, R&B, Religious, Rock, Soft, Top 40. FIND Program type: Allows you to disengage. 18 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Use SEL to hear traffic broadcasts. Memory presets: To set preset stations for a more consistent listening level. tune to... AM/FM frequency band. With the feature ON, press SEEK or SCAN to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your Ford dealer. Press MENU until sound returns. 11. AUTOSET will flash on the display. Setting the clock: Press MENU until compression status...
...format: Classic, Country, Info, Jazz, Oldies, R&B, Religious, Rock, Soft, Top 40. FIND Program type: Allows you to disengage. 18 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Use SEL to hear traffic broadcasts. Memory presets: To set preset stations for a more consistent listening level. tune to... AM/FM frequency band. With the feature ON, press SEEK or SCAN to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your Ford dealer. Press MENU until sound returns. 11. AUTOSET will flash on the display. Setting the clock: Press MENU until compression status...
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...information. 16. Entertainment Systems 13. Recommended level is the maximum setting. The level will appear in the continental United States. 19 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CD AUX: Press to hear a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. CD units are ...film attached, and CDs with Satellite ready capability. Disc/Tune: Press or to manually tune down/up to play commercially pressed 4.75 in Ford CD players. Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be identified with vehicle speed to become jammed. ...
...information. 16. Entertainment Systems 13. Recommended level is the maximum setting. The level will appear in the continental United States. 19 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CD AUX: Press to hear a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. CD units are ...film attached, and CDs with Satellite ready capability. Disc/Tune: Press or to manually tune down/up to play commercially pressed 4.75 in Ford CD players. Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be identified with vehicle speed to become jammed. ...
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...'t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of the CD changer magazine. • Clean using a circular motion. 20 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Never touch the playing surface. • Inspect discs before playing. Those frequencies are: AM - 530, 540-1700, 1710 kHz FM...
...'t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of the CD changer magazine. • Clean using a circular motion. 20 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Never touch the playing surface. • Inspect discs before playing. Those frequencies are: AM - 530, 540-1700, 1710 kHz FM...