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This information is intended to aid the operators of police or fleet
vehicles (used in severe duty, high mileage operations) in understanding
the required maintenance services for such vehicles. It covers
maintenance services for vehicles equipped with Heavy Duty packages.
However, other vehicles operated under the conditions listed in this
supplement are also considered “severe service” vehicles and should be
serviced and maintained as prescribed in this brochure. This brochure
applies to rear-wheel drive passenger cars only.
CONTACT US
Ford Fleet Hotline - The Ford Fleet Hotline provides police and fleet
customers with direct access to Ford Motor Company for fleet sales or
service information. The hotline number is (800) 34-FLEET.
Ford Fleet Website - Additionally, Ford maintains a website for police
and other fleet vehicles. The Ford Fleet website is located at
www.fleet.ford.com.
Police and fleet vehicles are manufactured with certain heavy-duty parts
that are designed specifically for the varying demands and unique
requirements under which they are operated.
Note:As the police proportion of the Crown Victoria market continues
to increase, some of these heavy duty components have become standard
across the Crown Victoria line to reduce parts and manufacturing
complexity.
Components that are part of the option packages are listed below and on
the following pages with a brief outline of their major features and their
contribution to overall vehicle performance, handling and usage.
Failure to maintain your vehicle(s) properly may restrict your warranty
coverage, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and
adversely affect driver-passenger safety. The severe duty maintenance
intervals are listed in thescheduled maintenance information.
The descriptions, specifications and material described in this publication
were in effect at the time the publication was approved for printing.
Ford Motor Company reserves the right to discontinue models at any
time, or change specifications, design or testing procedures without
notice and without incurring obligation.
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Example:When the odometer has accumulated 3,000 miles (4,828 km)
and the idle meter shows 61 hours, a 5,000 mile (8047 km) oil change
interval will have been reached: 3,000 road miles + (61 idle hours x
33 miles/idle hour) = 5,013 miles. In metric units this calculation would
be 4,828 kilometers + (61 idle hours x 53 km/idle hour) = 8,061 km.
REAR AXLE
Axle break-in – Police and middle eastern countries only
Rear axles in vehicles destined for use by police or in middle eastern
countries are equipped with a synthetic lubricant. Do not drive over
100 mph (160 km/h) for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) to allow axle
components to wear in. Additionally, only synthetic lubricant as specified
below should be used when maintenance is performed on the rear axle.
Lubricant specifications
Item Ford part name Ford part
numberFord
specification
Rear axle
lubricantMotorcraft SAE
75W-140 High
Performance Synthetic
Rear Axle LubricantXY-75W140-QL WSL-M2C192-A
ELECTRICAL
Battery - police
The Motorcraftmaintenance-free battery normally does not require
additional water during its life. However, for severe service usage or in
high temperature climates, the electrolyte level should be checked at
least every five months or 5,000 miles (8,000 km). If the electrolyte level
is below the level indicator in any cell, add enough pure water to bring
the level up to the indicator. Never add electrolyte (battery acid) to the
battery as this could shorten battery life.
Battery - long term storage
Make sure that the battery is fully charged before putting the vehicle in
storage. Disconnect the negative cable if it will be stored for an extended
period of time.
If the battery is discharged, allow it to warm to a moderate temperature,
such as 60°F (16°C), and use a battery charger rather than the vehicles
charging system to bring the battery back to full charge. Use a battery
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Each road tire, as well as the spare,
is equipped with a tire pressure
sensor fastened to the inside of the
rim, opposite (180 degrees) from
the valve stem. The signal from each
transmitter is digitally unique to
avoid interference from transmitters
on other nearby vehicles.
Note:The spare has a TPMS
sensor, but is not programmed to
the module.
Changing tires with the TPMS
Care should be taken avoid damaging the sensor and band during
mounting or dismounting. Please refer to the Crown Victoria shop
manual for the complete mount and dismount procedure. This is critical,
as the procedure is different from previous model years due to the
introduction of TPMS.
When a new tire/wheel is installed
When one of your road tires is replaced by a new tire/wheel, the TPMS
sensor located in the new tire/wheel needs to betrainedto the vehicle.
TPMS system training tools
An inexpensive TPMS training tool, P/N 8C2Z-1A203-A, can be
purchased from any Ford dealer for use by the driver or shop technician
for training the system after maintenance has been performed that
requires system training. The Tire Pressure Monitor Activation Tool, P/N
204-363, has more functionality and is designed primarily for shop use.
For either tool, follow the training instructions as outlined below.
Note:This procedure is also included in the Crown Victoria Service
Manual.
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If after repeating the procedure and two short beeps are heard when the
ignition is turned to off, seek assistance from your authorized dealer.
Brakes - police
The police vehicle is equipped with heavy-duty front disc brake pads to
meet the varying demands of different police service for fade resistance
and other performance requirements.
The police vehicle has standard anti-lock brakes and may be equipped
with traction control.
Brake fluid maintenance
Police pursuits involving hard braking result in very high temperatures in
the brake system, including the brake fluid. Over time, repeated
exposure to high brake temperatures can degrade brake fluid, potentially
reducing its boiling point. A lower boiling point could cause long brake
pedal travel and a loss of braking confidence during subsequent pursuit
driving. Ford recommends that police fleets replace the brake fluid at
every brake pad service interval. Brake fluid may be replaced more
frequently on vehicles involved in frequent high-speed pursuits with
heavy brake usage.
INTERIOR
Heavy-duty seats - police
The front seat assemblies, including the seat adjustment mechanisms and
supports, are ruggedly designed and ensure working comfort. An
anti-stab plate is integrated into the seat back to reduce the risk of
officer injury. An adjustable power lumbar system is standard on the
driver’s seat.
Seat belt extenders
Some police departments have begun employing the use of seat belt
extenders to make the practice of buckling and unbuckling seat belts
easier for officers wearing hip mounted radios, side arms, etc.
Seat belt extenders should never be worn when the lap strap will not
adjust snugly on the hips and/or when the intersection of the lap belt
and shoulder belt straps (measured along the lap strap) is less than six
(6) inches (15 cm) from an imaginary center line of the occupant’s body.
WARNING:Do not use extensions to change the fit of the
shoulder belt across the torso.
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Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself
One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the
price of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With Ford ESP, you minimize
your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs.
Avoid the rising cost of properly maintaining your vehicle!
Ford ESP also offers a Premium Maintenance Plan that covers items that
routinely wear out.
The coverage is prepaid, so you never have to worry about affording
your vehicle maintenance. It covers regular checkups, routine
inspections, preventive care and replacement of items that require
periodic attention fornormal “wear”:
•Wiper blades•Brake pads and linings
•Spark plugs (except
California)•Shock absorbers
•Clutch disc•Belts and hoses
Contact your selling Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealership today so they
can customize a Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving
lifestyle and budget.
Interest free finance options available
Take advantage of our installment payment plan, just a 10% down
payment will provide you with an affordable no interest, no-fee payment
opportunity.
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................179
Accessory delay ..........................69
Air cleaner filter ...............261–262
Air conditioning ..........................44
Air suspension ...........................183
description ..............................183
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................................111, 121
and child safety seats ............113
description ......................111, 121
disposal ....................................123
driver airbag ....................114, 122
indicator light .................121, 123
operation .........................114, 122
passenger airbag .............114, 122
side airbag ...............................121
Airbags (police) ........................288
Alternator ..................................272
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................238
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................179–180
Anti-theft system ........................86
Audio system (see Radio) ..27, 29,
32, 37
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................185
fluid, adding ............................258
fluid, checking ........................258
fluid, refill capacities ..............263
fluid, specification ..................263
Police and fleet vehicles ........270
Auxiliary power point .................67Axle
lubricant specifications ..........263
Police and fleet vehicles ........271
refill capacities ........................263
traction lok ..............................184
B
Battery .......................................236
acid, treating emergencies .....236
jumping a disabled battery ....208
maintenance-free ....................236
Police vehicles ........................271
replacement, specifications ...262
servicing ..................................236
Belt-Minder.............................107
Booster seats .............................138
Brakes ........................................179
anti-lock ...........................179–180
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................180
fluid, checking and adding ....258
fluid, refill capacities ..............263
fluid, specifications .................263
lubricant specifications ..........263
police .......................................280
shift interlock ..........................184
Bulbs ............................................53
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....263
Cell phone use ..............................8
Child safety seats ......................128
attaching with tether straps ..136
in front seat ............................129
in rear seat ......................129, 132
LATCH .....................................133
recommendations ...................126
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Engine oil ..................................233
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................233
checking and adding ..............233
dipstick ....................................233
filter, specifications ........235, 262
recommendations ...................235
refill capacities ........................263
specifications ..........................263
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................176
F
Fail safe cooling ........................243
Fire suppression system
(police) ..............................285, 287
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....244
Fluid capacities .........................263
Fog lamps ....................................48
Fuel ............................................244
calculating fuel economy..24, 251
cap ...........................................247
capacity ...................................263
choosing the right fuel ...........249
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................254
detergent in fuel .....................249
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................244, 247, 251
filter, specifications ........244, 262
fuel pump shut-off switch .....191
improving fuel economy ........251
octane rating ...........249–250, 266
quality ......................................250
running out of fuel .................251
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................244
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................244, 249–250Fuses ..................................192–193
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............247
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................251
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................190
Head restraints ...........................91
Headlamps ...................................47
aiming ..................................49, 51
autolamp system .......................47
bulb specifications ....................54
daytime running lights .............48
flash to pass ..............................48
high beam .................................48
replacing bulbs ...................55, 60
turning on and off ....................47
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................43–44
Hood ..........................................230
I
Idle Meter ..................................270
Ignition ...............................173, 266
Illuminated visor mirror .............66
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................128
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................256
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................226
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