FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2006 2.G Owners Manual

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality
accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive
needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and
aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory is
made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous
engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or
replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Ford Accessories found to
be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the
warranty period, as well as any component damaged by the defective
accessory. The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides you
the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
This means that Genuine Ford Accessories purchased along with your
new vehicle and installed by a dealer are covered for the full length of
your New Vehicle’s Limited Warranty — 3 years or 36,000 miles (60,000 km)(whichever occurs first). Contact your dealer for details and a copy of
the warranty.
Not all accessories are available for all models.
The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessories. Not all
accessories are available for all models. For a complete listing of the
accessories that are available for your vehicle, please contact your dealer
or visit our online store at: www.fordaccessoriesstore.com.
Exterior style
Bug shields
Deflectors
Front end covers
Headlamps, fog lights and Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)
Splash guards
Interior style
Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors
Floor mats
Lifestyle
Cargo organization and management
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Peace of mind
First aid and safety kits
Full vehicle covers
Locking gas cap
Mobile-Ease
hands-free communication system
Remote start
Vehicle security systems
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
Compliance Certification label). Consult your authorized dealer for
specific weight information.
•The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems — such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service
technician.
•Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your
vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive
use.
•To avoid interference with other vehicle functions, such as anti-lock
braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennas
onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in
the area of the driver’s side hood.
•Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to
the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect
battery performance and durability.
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ABS (see Brakes) .....................171
Air cleaner filter ...............251–252
Air conditioning ..........................37
Air suspension ...........................176
description ..............................176
Airbag supplemental
restraint system ........117–118, 127
and child safety seats ............120
description ......................118, 127
disposal ....................................129
driver airbag ....................120, 128
indicator light .................127, 129
operation .........................120, 128
passenger airbag .............120, 128
side airbag ...............................127
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................230
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................171–172
Anti-theft system ..................93, 97
arming the system ....................97
disarming a triggered system ..97
Audio system
(see Radio) ..........17, 19, 21, 25, 30
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................179
fluid, adding ............................249
fluid, checking ........................249
fluid, refill capacities ..............253
fluid, specification ..................257
Auxiliary power point .................62
Axle
lubricant specifications ..255, 257
refill capacities ........................253
traction lok ..............................177B
Battery .......................................228
acid, treating emergencies .....228
jumping a disabled battery ....201
maintenance-free ....................228
replacement, specifications ...252
servicing ..................................228
BeltMinder .................................113
Brakes ........................................171
anti-lock ...........................171–172
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ...............172
fluid, checking and adding ....249
fluid, refill capacities ..............253
fluid, specifications .........255, 257
lubricant specifications ..255, 257
shift interlock ..................177–178
Bulbs ............................................45
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....253
Cell phone use ..............................7
Changing a tire .........................195
Child safety restraints ..............130
child safety belts ....................130
Child safety seats ......................134
attaching with tether straps ..138
in front seat ............................135
in rear seat ..............................135
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............216
instrument panel ....................218
interior .....................................218
interior trim ............................218
plastic parts ............................217
washing ....................................214
waxing .....................................215
wheels ......................................215
wiper blades ............................217
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Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............37
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................33
AM/FM .......................................18
AM/FM/Cassette ........................19
AM/FM/CD .................................23
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................28
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................54
Console ........................................52
overhead ..............................52, 54
Controls
power seat ...............................100
steering column ........................68
Coolant
checking and adding ..............230
refill capacities ................234, 253
specifications ..................255, 257
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................65
Cupholder(s) .............................103
Customer Assistance ................183
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................211
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............211
Getting roadside assistance ...183
Getting the service you
need .........................................207
Ordering additional
owner’s literature ...................212
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............210
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................41Defrost
rear window ..............................39
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................249
engine oil .................................225
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........255
Driving under special
conditions ..................................181
through water .........................182
E
Electronic message center .........73
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................201
Emission control system ..........246
Engine ........................................257
cleaning ...................................216
coolant .....................................230
fail-safe cooling .......................235
idle speed control ...................228
lubrication
specifications ..................255, 257
refill capacities ........................253
service points ..........................223
starting after a collision .........185
Engine block heater .................170
Engine oil ..................................225
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................225
checking and adding ..............225
dipstick ....................................225
filter, specifications ........227, 252
recommendations ...................227
refill capacities ........................253
specifications ..................255, 257
Exhaust fumes ..........................170
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Fail safe cooling ........................235
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....236
Floor mats ...................................82
Fluid capacities .........................253
Fuel ............................................236
calculating fuel
economy ......................56, 75, 242
cap ...........................................239
capacity ...................................253
choosing the right fuel ...........240
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................245
detergent in fuel .....................242
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................236, 239, 243
filter, specifications ........236, 252
fuel pump shut-off switch .....185
improving fuel economy ........242
octane rating ...................241, 257
quality ......................................241
running out of fuel .................242
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................236
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................236, 240–241
Fuses ..................................186–187
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............239
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................242
Gauges .........................................14
H
Hazard flashers .........................184
Head restraints ...........................98Headlamps ...................................40
aiming ........................................42
autolamp system .......................40
bulb specifications ....................45
daytime running lights .............41
flash to pass ..............................41
high beam .................................41
replacing bulbs .........................46
turning on and off ....................40
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................36–37
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................69
Hood ..........................................222
I
Ignition ...............................167, 257
Illuminated visor mirror .............52
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................134
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ..............................247
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................218
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................42
J
Jack ............................................195
positioning ...............................195
storage .....................................195
Jump-starting your vehicle ......201
K
Keyless entry system .................90
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autolock .....................................89
keypad .......................................90
programming entry code .........91
Keys .................................83, 95–96
positions of the ignition .........167
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................40
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................45
daytime running light ...............41
headlamps .................................40
headlamps, flash to pass ..........41
instrument panel, dimming .....42
interior lamps .....................43–46
replacing bulbs .........................46
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................42
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........172
Limited slip axle
(see Traction Loc) ....................177
Load limits .................................156
Locks
autolock .....................................89
childproof ..................................84
doors ..........................................83
Lubricant specifications ...255, 257
Lug nuts ....................................200
Lumbar support, seats .............102
M
Message center .....................73–74
english/metric button ...............78
system check button ................77
warning messages .....................78Mirrors .........................................64
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................63
fold away ...................................64
heated ........................................64
side view mirrors (power) .......64
Moon roof ....................................69
Motorcraft parts ........219, 236, 252
O
Octane rating ............................241
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................225
P
Parking brake ............................173
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....252
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................105
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................65
Power adjustable foot pedals .....65
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................190
Power door locks ..................83, 89
Power mirrors .............................64
Power point .................................62
Power steering ..................175–176
fluid, checking and adding ....248
fluid, refill capacity ................253
fluid, specifications .................255
Power Windows ...........................62
R
Radio ....................17, 19, 21, 25, 30
Rear window defroster ...............39
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Relays ................................186, 194
Remote entry system .................86
illuminated entry ......................89
locking/unlocking doors ...........86
opening the trunk .....................86
panic alarm ...............................87
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................88
replacing the batteries .............87
Roadside assistance ..................183
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........112
Safety belts (see
Safety restraints) ......103, 107–111
Safety defects, reporting ..........213
Safety restraints ........103, 107–111
belt minder .............................113
extension assembly ................112
for adults .........................108–111
for children .............................130
lap belt ....................................109
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................105
safety belt maintenance .........112
warning light and chime ........113
Safety seats for children ..........134
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................258
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) .............103
Seats ............................................98
child safety seats ....................134
front seats .................................98
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ....................................93, 96
Servicing your vehicle ..............221Setting the clock
AM/FM single CD .....................23
AM/FM stereo ...........................18
AM/FM/Cassette ........................19
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................33
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................28
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................252, 257
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................255, 257
Speed control ..............................65
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......169
Starting your vehicle ........167–169
jump starting ..........................201
Steering
speed sensitive .......................176
Steering wheel
controls ......................................68
tilting .........................................51
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................51
Tires ...........................142–143, 195
alignment ................................149
care ..........................................146
changing ..........................195, 197
checking the pressure ............146
inflating ...................................144
label .........................................155
replacing ..................................148
rotating ....................................149
safety practices .......................148
sidewall information ...............150
snow tires and chains ............156
spare tire .........................195, 197
terminology .............................143
tire grades ...............................143
treadwear ........................142, 147
Towing .......................................162
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recreational towing .................165
trailer towing ..........................162
wrecker ....................................206
Traction control ........................174
Traction-lok rear axle ...............177
Transmission .............................177
brake-shift interlock
(BSI) ................................177–178
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................249
fluid, refill capacities ..............253
lubricant specifications ..255, 257
Trunk ...........................................84
remote release ....................81, 86
Turn signal ..................................42
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................257Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................259
Vehicle loading ..........................156
Ventilating your vehicle ...........170
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................224
Water, Driving through .............182
Windows
power .........................................62
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................51
checking and adding fluid .....224
replacing wiper blades ...........224
Wrecker towing .........................206
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