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... running or hot. Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is not charging properly. Instrument Cluster Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. Engine coolant temperature: Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is active. ...Autolamp: Illuminates when the autolamps are turned on , have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt, refer to the Driving chapter for more information. 12 2003 Town Car...
... running or hot. Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is not charging properly. Instrument Cluster Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. Engine coolant temperature: Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is active. ...Autolamp: Illuminates when the autolamps are turned on , have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt, refer to the Driving chapter for more information. 12 2003 Town Car...
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... gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is located. 16 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The FUEL DOOR icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle. Instrument Cluster Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information...
... gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is located. 16 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The FUEL DOOR icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle. Instrument Cluster Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information...
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...Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that no -start systems. Use of security protection. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on top of coded key may be injured by a moving decklid. additional coded keys may lead to program the coded key.... 6 again will not cause damage to the coded key, but may cause vehicle starting the engine. This system is functioning as someone could be inadvertently activated, as a theft deterrent. 123 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Theft indicator The theft indicator...
...Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that no -start systems. Use of security protection. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on top of coded key may be injured by a moving decklid. additional coded keys may lead to program the coded key.... 6 again will not cause damage to the coded key, but may cause vehicle starting the engine. This system is functioning as someone could be inadvertently activated, as a theft deterrent. 123 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Theft indicator The theft indicator...
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...than 10 seconds. 6. Your new unprogrammed key is now programmed. If the key was not successfully programmed, it will start your vehicle's engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. Turn the ignition to have the new key(s) programmed. .... 5. Keep the ignition in the 4 (ON) position for each additional key. 125 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turn the ignition from the 3 (OFF) position to the 3 (OFF) position, and remove the second key from the 3 (OFF) position to have the spare key(s) programmed....
...than 10 seconds. 6. Your new unprogrammed key is now programmed. If the key was not successfully programmed, it will start your vehicle's engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. Turn the ignition to have the new key(s) programmed. .... 5. Keep the ignition in the 4 (ON) position for each additional key. 125 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turn the ignition from the 3 (OFF) position to the 3 (OFF) position, and remove the second key from the 3 (OFF) position to have the spare key(s) programmed....
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... and allows key removal. 1 3. To avoid unwanted vehicle movement, always set the parking brake. 4. Warning lights illuminated. Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting . For more information on Securilock keys. This position also allows the automatic transmission shift lever to Starting the engine in this chapter. 166 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners...
... and allows key removal. 1 3. To avoid unwanted vehicle movement, always set the parking brake. 4. Warning lights illuminated. Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting . For more information on Securilock keys. This position also allows the automatic transmission shift lever to Starting the engine in this chapter. 166 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners...
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Refer to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you verify that a fuse has blown or the vehicle's brakelamps ... procedure to a complete stop • Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it is latched in P (Park) 175 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Do not drive your vehicle until you leave your vehicle....possible that the brakelamps are not operating properly. To put your vehicle in gear: • Start the engine • Depress the brake pedal • Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear To put your dealer or ...
Refer to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you verify that a fuse has blown or the vehicle's brakelamps ... procedure to a complete stop • Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it is latched in P (Park) 175 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Do not drive your vehicle until you leave your vehicle....possible that the brakelamps are not operating properly. To put your vehicle in gear: • Start the engine • Depress the brake pedal • Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear To put your dealer or ...
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... illuminated. • O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is required. • To return to (Overdrive) position. 176 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) by pressing the transmission control switch on slippery roads. (Overdrive), move backward....Park). Examples: city traffic, hilly terrain, heavy loads, trailer towing and when engine braking is turned off. 2 (Second) This position allows for second gear only. • Provides engine braking. • Use to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
... illuminated. • O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is required. • To return to (Overdrive) position. 176 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) by pressing the transmission control switch on slippery roads. (Overdrive), move backward....Park). Examples: city traffic, hilly terrain, heavy loads, trailer towing and when engine braking is turned off. 2 (Second) This position allows for second gear only. • Provides engine braking. • Use to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
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...Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for long distances, your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during hot weather while stopped in traffic, place the gearshift lever in P (Park). • Vehicles ...Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for stopping with trailers should be parked on a grade. Servicing after the trailer is removed from the water. 183 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing ...
...Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for long distances, your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during hot weather while stopped in traffic, place the gearshift lever in P (Park). • Vehicles ...Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for stopping with trailers should be parked on a grade. Servicing after the trailer is removed from the water. 183 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing ...
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...2. OFF 196 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Park on the right-hand side, next to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. Place gearshift lever in a holder bracket), on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set parking brake. Remove the spare tire ...and the jack. The jack is located in the trunk (in P (Park), turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to the wheel well. On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn engine OFF and block the diagonally opposite wheel...
...2. OFF 196 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Park on the right-hand side, next to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. Place gearshift lever in a holder bracket), on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set parking brake. Remove the spare tire ...and the jack. The jack is located in the trunk (in P (Park), turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to the wheel well. On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn engine OFF and block the diagonally opposite wheel...
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... the vehicle while changing a tire. A B C D To lessen risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your vehicle is facing outward. Remove the lug nuts with the mark (B triangle). • Position the jack according to the following guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel...9. Do not start the engine when your body under the frame (A) of the vehicle aligning it with the lug wrench. 8. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel is completely off the ground. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 198 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide ...
... the vehicle while changing a tire. A B C D To lessen risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your vehicle is facing outward. Remove the lug nuts with the mark (B triangle). • Position the jack according to the following guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel...9. Do not start the engine when your body under the frame (A) of the vehicle aligning it with the lug wrench. 8. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel is completely off the ground. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 198 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide ...
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...strategy. Use only a 12-volt supply to push-start capability; Automatic transmissions do not touch. Check all other moving parts. 4. Turn all battery terminals and remove any electrical surges. Turn the heater fan on the air suspension switch. 1 3 4 5 2 JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can burn...to protect any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Set the parking brake on both vehicles to the hood of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 199 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
...strategy. Use only a 12-volt supply to push-start capability; Automatic transmissions do not touch. Check all other moving parts. 4. Turn all battery terminals and remove any electrical surges. Turn the heater fan on the air suspension switch. 1 3 4 5 2 JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can burn...to protect any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Set the parking brake on both vehicles to the hood of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 199 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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... connected. 1. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the disabled vehicle. 3. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Start the engine of the booster vehicle's battery. 202 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus...
... connected. 1. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the disabled vehicle. 3. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Start the engine of the booster vehicle's battery. 202 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus...
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After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - - - + + - + + 203 Roadside Emergencies 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle's battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle's battery.
After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - - - + + - + + 203 Roadside Emergencies 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle's battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle's battery.
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...Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Removal (B7A-19520-AA), available from your color code (printed on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. 216 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are coated... with a sponge. Chemical-strength cleaners, or cleaning chemicals, in combination with brush agitation to remove brake dust and dirt, could ...
...Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Removal (B7A-19520-AA), available from your color code (printed on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. 216 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are coated... with a sponge. Chemical-strength cleaners, or cleaning chemicals, in combination with brush agitation to remove brake dust and dirt, could ...
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...products to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running engine may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, tree sap, or other organic contamination...window or the wiper blades may be cleaned regularly. To clean these items, please follow these tips: 217 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) These products are available from your dealer.... present, use Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Removal (B7A-19520-AA). Cleaning • Cover the highlighted areas to clean plastic parts.
...products to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running engine may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, tree sap, or other organic contamination...window or the wiper blades may be cleaned regularly. To clean these items, please follow these tips: 217 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) These products are available from your dealer.... present, use Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Removal (B7A-19520-AA). Cleaning • Cover the highlighted areas to clean plastic parts.
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... specifically engineered to complement the style and appearance of your automotive needs; Do not use the following products or products of your authorized Ford, Lincoln or Mercury... Cleaner (not available in Canada) (ZC-11-A) Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover* (not available in Canada) (B7A-19520-AA) Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (not ...2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) For best results, use bleach, dye or any other solvent to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln...
... specifically engineered to complement the style and appearance of your automotive needs; Do not use the following products or products of your authorized Ford, Lincoln or Mercury... Cleaner (not available in Canada) (ZC-11-A) Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover* (not available in Canada) (B7A-19520-AA) Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (not ...2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) For best results, use bleach, dye or any other solvent to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln...
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Cleaning Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14) Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A) Motorcraft Tire Detailer (ZC-28) Motorcraft Triple Clean (ZC-13) Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (not available in Canada) (ZC-23) Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) * May be sold with the Motorcraft name 221 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Cleaning Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14) Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A) Motorcraft Tire Detailer (ZC-28) Motorcraft Triple Clean (ZC-13) Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (not available in Canada) (ZC-23) Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) * May be sold with the Motorcraft name 221 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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...burning (cigarettes) material away from the battery and all fuel related parts. Working with the air cleaner removed and do -it while the engine is running in the engine compartment for easy location. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which parts and services are sure... parts are designed and built to provide the best performance in your dealership can provide the necessary parts and service. Working with the engine running . 222 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turn off 1. Block the wheels. Set the parking brake and shift...
...burning (cigarettes) material away from the battery and all fuel related parts. Working with the air cleaner removed and do -it while the engine is running in the engine compartment for easy location. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which parts and services are sure... parts are designed and built to provide the best performance in your dealership can provide the necessary parts and service. Working with the engine running . 222 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turn off 1. Block the wheels. Set the parking brake and shift...
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Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this range, the oil level is within this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. 226 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) DO NOT OVERFILL 6. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is acceptable. Maintenance and Specifications 5. Wipe the indicator clean.
Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this range, the oil level is within this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. 226 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) DO NOT OVERFILL 6. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is acceptable. Maintenance and Specifications 5. Wipe the indicator clean.
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... overfilled, some oil must be heard. Recheck the engine oil level. Maintenance and Specifications • If required, add engine oil to Adding engine oil in this chapter. • Do not overfill the engine with the engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. 227 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus...
... overfilled, some oil must be heard. Recheck the engine oil level. Maintenance and Specifications • If required, add engine oil to Adding engine oil in this chapter. • Do not overfill the engine with the engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. 227 2003 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus...