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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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... 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) Table of Contents Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire Information Changing tires Lug Nut Torque Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing...
... 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) Table of Contents Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire Information Changing tires Lug Nut Torque Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing...
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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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... visit the following website: • In the United States: www.ford.com • In Canada: www.ford.ca • In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx • In Australia: www.ford.com.au Additional owner information is an integral part of the vehicle. To reset the switch...engine. The more information on acquiring your particular vehicle. In addition, certain fluids contained in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. For more you know and understand about your...
... visit the following website: • In the United States: www.ford.com • In Canada: www.ford.ca • In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx • In Australia: www.ford.com.au Additional owner information is an integral part of the vehicle. To reset the switch...engine. The more information on acquiring your particular vehicle. In addition, certain fluids contained in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. For more you know and understand about your...
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... reduce the risk of any kind. Introduction SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide with the tree symbol. Warning symbols on oil usage. 5 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Try not to break in . These comments should be read and observed.
... reduce the risk of any kind. Introduction SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide with the tree symbol. Warning symbols on oil usage. 5 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Try not to break in . These comments should be read and observed.
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... recording modules. The recorded information may seek to the Warranty Guide that is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. 6 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) and • where the driver was traveling; To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to...
... recording modules. The recorded information may seek to the Warranty Guide that is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. 6 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) and • where the driver was traveling; To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to...
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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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Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child ... 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. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child ... 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)
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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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... light is blinking, engine misfire is first turned to the ON position to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 10 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) A warning light may not be properly FUEL installed.
... light is blinking, engine misfire is first turned to the ON position to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 10 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) A warning light may not be properly FUEL installed.
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... the parking brake when the ignition is dangerous. 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) Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is illuminated. Have the vehicle checked by your safety belt. Anti-lock brake system...
... the parking brake when the ignition is dangerous. 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) Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is illuminated. Have the vehicle checked by your safety belt. Anti-lock brake system...
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... Control active: Illuminates when the Traction Control is running or hot. Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is deactivated. 12 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Turns off the engine and let cool. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off when the speed control system...
... Control active: Illuminates when the Traction Control is running or hot. Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is deactivated. 12 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Turns off the engine and let cool. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off when the speed control system...
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... beam headlamps are turned on . 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) Depress the RESET control to return to a 'limp-home' operation. Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking...
... beam headlamps are turned on . 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) Depress the RESET control to return to a 'limp-home' operation. Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking...
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Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between "H" and "C"). Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. If it enters the red section, the engine is running or hot. 14 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is overheating. Instrument Cluster GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.
Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between "H" and "C"). Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. If it enters the red section, the engine is running or hot. 14 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is overheating. Instrument Cluster GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.
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... approximately 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) Instrument Cluster Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of the vehicle...
... approximately 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) Instrument Cluster Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of the vehicle...
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... reached. Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite radio. DSP (Digital Signal Processing): Press DSP to increase/decrease the level of "being there" to your Ford dealer. Turn the volume control to access the Ambiance menu. Fast forward: In CD mode, press until desired selection is reached. TEXT: TEXT is available... RADIO 1. Seek: Press and release / for previous/next SEEK strong station or track. 2. The kit to engage/disengage. Ambiance gives the feeling of ambiance. 16 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... reached. Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite radio. DSP (Digital Signal Processing): Press DSP to increase/decrease the level of "being there" to your Ford dealer. Turn the volume control to access the Ambiance menu. Fast forward: In CD mode, press until desired selection is reached. TEXT: TEXT is available... RADIO 1. Seek: Press and release / for previous/next SEEK strong station or track. 2. The kit to engage/disengage. Ambiance gives the feeling of ambiance. 16 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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... RDS technology to optimize sound for ALL SEATS, DRIVER SEAT or TOP DOWN. Mute: Press to transmit station ID and program type as desired. 17 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... RDS technology to optimize sound for ALL SEATS, DRIVER SEAT or TOP DOWN. Mute: Press to transmit station ID and program type as desired. 17 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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... SHUF TRAC or SHUF OFF. Shuffle: With a CD playing, press to play tracks in the remaining presets. Use SEL to disengage. 18 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Memory presets: To set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . AM/FM: Press to manually increase ( ) or ... filled, the station stored in the display. Entertainment Systems Traffic: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your Ford dealer. SAT (if equipped): Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with the dealer installed kit. Press and momentarily hold a preset button until...
... SHUF TRAC or SHUF OFF. Shuffle: With a CD playing, press to play tracks in the remaining presets. Use SEL to disengage. 18 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Memory presets: To set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . AM/FM: Press to manually increase ( ) or ... filled, the station stored in the display. Entertainment Systems Traffic: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your Ford dealer. SAT (if equipped): Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with the dealer installed kit. Press and momentarily hold a preset button until...
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... stations or CD tracks. Please contact your Ford dealer. Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. The kit to compensate for road and wind noise. The level will appear in the continental United States. 19 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CD units are...
... stations or CD tracks. Please contact your Ford dealer. Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. The kit to compensate for road and wind noise. The level will appear in the continental United States. 19 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CD units are...
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... a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine. • Clean using a circular motion. 20 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CD/CD PLAYER CARE Do: • Handle discs by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission...
... a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine. • Clean using a circular motion. 20 2005 Thunderbird (tbr) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CD/CD PLAYER CARE Do: • Handle discs by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission...