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.... Check exhaust system for cracks, chips and pitting. Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses. Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Scheduled Maintenance 13 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) See your vehicle. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - ...your vehicle when it is important to have the systems on your vehicle running great. Check shocks and struts and other suspension components for oil and fluid leaks. This can help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company recommends...
.... Check exhaust system for cracks, chips and pitting. Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses. Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Scheduled Maintenance 13 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) See your vehicle. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - ...your vehicle when it is important to have the systems on your vehicle running great. Check shocks and struts and other suspension components for oil and fluid leaks. This can help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company recommends...
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Scheduled Maintenance 15 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) And if your vehicle.... SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: When your tires need to be replaced, consider visiting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 15,000 miles ❑... Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses ❑ Inspect brake pads, shoes, ...
Scheduled Maintenance 15 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) And if your vehicle.... SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: When your tires need to be replaced, consider visiting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 15,000 miles ❑... Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses ❑ Inspect brake pads, shoes, ...
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...and the externally-mounted remote filter element (if equipped). Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft, ball joints and U-joints Inspect engine ...unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 16 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Lubricate ball ...
...and the externally-mounted remote filter element (if equipped). Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft, ball joints and U-joints Inspect engine ...unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 16 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Lubricate ball ...
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...The technicians at your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership can determine the health of the batteries that bear the Motorcraft name. 45,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft, ... (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 18 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) The Motorcraft Tested Tough Max Series with its "long-life" design outlasted other long-life batteries...
...The technicians at your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership can determine the health of the batteries that bear the Motorcraft name. 45,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft, ... (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 18 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) The Motorcraft Tested Tough Max Series with its "long-life" design outlasted other long-life batteries...
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... (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2 wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings) Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft, ball joints and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads...
... (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2 wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings) Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft, ball joints and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads...
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...if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 22 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 75,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace... oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses ❑ Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake ...
...if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 22 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 75,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace... oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses ❑ Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake ...
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... for particular requirements. Consult your dealer for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 23 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and...externally-mounted remote filter element (if equipped). Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace spark plugs Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft, ball joints and U-joints...
... for particular requirements. Consult your dealer for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 23 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and...externally-mounted remote filter element (if equipped). Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace spark plugs Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft, ball joints and U-joints...
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...) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 24 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 105,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter... Change manual transmission fluid (except Escape) Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace PCV valve on page 48) Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft, ball joints and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses ...
...) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 24 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 105,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter... Change manual transmission fluid (except Escape) Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace PCV valve on page 48) Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft, ball joints and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses ...
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... (GVW) (except 3V engines) Change automatic transmission fluid on 4x2 wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings) Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft, ball joints and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, ...air filter Replace fuel filter Replace PCV valve on all other vehicles if equipped with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 25 2008...
... (GVW) (except 3V engines) Change automatic transmission fluid on 4x2 wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings) Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft, ball joints and U-joints Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, ...air filter Replace fuel filter Replace PCV valve on all other vehicles if equipped with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 25 2008...
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... and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 135,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses ❑ Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake equipped, driveshaft, ball joints... wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 26 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
... and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 135,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses ❑ Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake equipped, driveshaft, ball joints... wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 26 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
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... Tire information Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 137 137 152 158 163 167 Driving Starting Brakes Traction Control™ Air suspension Transmission operation Reverse sensing system 168 168 173 176 178 178 182 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch... 186 186 187 188 188 195 202 203 209 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 211 217 218 Cleaning 219 2 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... Tire information Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 137 137 152 158 163 167 Driving Starting Brakes Traction Control™ Air suspension Transmission operation Reverse sensing system 168 168 173 176 178 178 182 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch... 186 186 187 188 188 195 202 203 209 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 211 217 218 Cleaning 219 2 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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... through each of the systems being monitored. RECONFIGURABLE TELLTALES - AIR SUSPENSION 4. Select this function from the SETUP menu. 2. PRESS RESET IF NEW OIL 2. Driver Controls System check Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to change the display. 63 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) OK...
... through each of the systems being monitored. RECONFIGURABLE TELLTALES - AIR SUSPENSION 4. Select this function from the SETUP menu. 2. PRESS RESET IF NEW OIL 2. Driver Controls System check Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to change the display. 63 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) OK...
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...to possible problems or malfunctions in R (Reverse). 2. Driver Controls 1. Warning display Door Ajar Coolant over temperature Powertrain malfunction Check fuel cap Check air suspension Fuel level low Status Warning cannot be reset until the condition is corrected. • They will reappear on cycle has been completed. The ... no more warning messages. This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after 10 minutes 67 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Warning messages that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle.
...to possible problems or malfunctions in R (Reverse). 2. Driver Controls 1. Warning display Door Ajar Coolant over temperature Powertrain malfunction Check fuel cap Check air suspension Fuel level low Status Warning cannot be reset until the condition is corrected. • They will reappear on cycle has been completed. The ... no more warning messages. This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after 10 minutes 67 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Warning messages that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle.
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.... DOOR AJAR - If the warning stays on or continues to clear the warning. 68 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Displayed when the air suspension system is overheating. Displayed as safely possible, turn off the engine and let it cool....fuel condition. For more information, refer to come on or continues to Air suspension system in the message center. POWERTRAIN MALFUNCTION - COOLANT OVER TEMPERATURE - Check the coolant and coolant level. CHECK AIR SUSPENSION - Driver Controls Warning display Overdrive ON/OFF Trunk ajar Low tire pressure...
.... DOOR AJAR - If the warning stays on or continues to clear the warning. 68 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Displayed when the air suspension system is overheating. Displayed as safely possible, turn off the engine and let it cool....fuel condition. For more information, refer to come on or continues to Air suspension system in the message center. POWERTRAIN MALFUNCTION - COOLANT OVER TEMPERATURE - Check the coolant and coolant level. CHECK AIR SUSPENSION - Driver Controls Warning display Overdrive ON/OFF Trunk ajar Low tire pressure...
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..., the Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle. If you exceed the load limit, the rear air suspension may exhibit a slight noise or vibration in tight turns with a brake-shift interlock feature that a fuse 178 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If this switch is possible that prevents the...
..., the Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle. If you exceed the load limit, the rear air suspension may exhibit a slight noise or vibration in tight turns with a brake-shift interlock feature that a fuse 178 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If this switch is possible that prevents the...
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Power Distribution Box Description Rear air suspension module (RASM) Stop lamp switch Lumbar, Fuel door Heated seats Not used Not used Injectors PCM Powertrain loads and sensors Not used Heated mirrors Not ... feed Power Decklid Module (PDM) ABS module (Valves) Wiper module Left rear power point RASM (Air compressor) Right rear power point Instrument panel fuse box feed #3 Rear cigar lighters Decklid pulldown module Not used Not used 194 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 13...
Power Distribution Box Description Rear air suspension module (RASM) Stop lamp switch Lumbar, Fuel door Heated seats Not used Not used Injectors PCM Powertrain loads and sensors Not used Heated mirrors Not ... feed Power Decklid Module (PDM) ABS module (Valves) Wiper module Left rear power point RASM (Air compressor) Right rear power point Instrument panel fuse box feed #3 Rear cigar lighters Decklid pulldown module Not used Not used 194 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 13...
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... pry off the ground. 200 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Remove the lug wrench (A) from the handle. A 5. Insert and twist the handle, then pry against the wheel. 6. Rotate the lug wrench socket out from the jack. Roadside Emergencies WARNING: On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn counterclockwise but do... wheel with the tapered end of the wheel nut wrench that came with your vehicle. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter for more information. 4.
... pry off the ground. 200 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Remove the lug wrench (A) from the handle. A 5. Insert and twist the handle, then pry against the wheel. 6. Rotate the lug wrench socket out from the jack. Roadside Emergencies WARNING: On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn counterclockwise but do... wheel with the tapered end of the wheel nut wrench that came with your vehicle. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter for more information. 4.
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... (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). Remove the lug nuts with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is on the air suspension switch. Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered. 9. Be sure to the specified torque within 100 miles (160 km) after any part of...snug against the hub. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away. Turn on the jack. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. 202 Bolt size 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel is ONLY meant for changing the tire...
... (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). Remove the lug nuts with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is on the air suspension switch. Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered. 9. Be sure to the specified torque within 100 miles (160 km) after any part of...snug against the hub. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away. Turn on the jack. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. 202 Bolt size 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel is ONLY meant for changing the tire...
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... a towing manual for your vehicle. 209 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies WRECKER TOWING If you need to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for all authorized tow truck operators. Before your vehicle can be towed, the air suspension control in the luggage compartment must...
... a towing manual for your vehicle. 209 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies WRECKER TOWING If you need to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for all authorized tow truck operators. Before your vehicle can be towed, the air suspension control in the luggage compartment must...
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Index A Accessory delay ...49 Air cleaner filter ...257-258 Air suspension ...178 description ...178 Airbag supplemental restraint system ...112-113, 122 and child safety seats ...115 description ...113, 122 disposal ...124 driver airbag ...115, 123 indicator ... seats ...126 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...221 instrument panel ...222 interior ...223 plastic parts ...221 washing ...219 waxing ...220 wheels ...220 wiper blades ...222 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Index A Accessory delay ...49 Air cleaner filter ...257-258 Air suspension ...178 description ...178 Airbag supplemental restraint system ...112-113, 122 and child safety seats ...115 description ...113, 122 disposal ...124 driver airbag ...115, 123 indicator ... seats ...126 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...221 instrument panel ...222 interior ...223 plastic parts ...221 washing ...219 waxing ...220 wheels ...220 wiper blades ...222 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)