AUX FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2009 2.G Owners Manual

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These
include:
•Utility compartment
•Power point (inside storage bin)
•Cupholders
•Air vents to the rear seating positions (heat only)
WARNING:Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects
can injure you in a collision.
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert
any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the
outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
The auxiliary power point is located under the cup holder and ashtray
drawer in the center stack. The auxiliary power point for five passenger
vehicles is located in the floor console storage bin.
Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if
equipped).
To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s)
over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W. If the power point or cigar
lighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer toFuses and
relaysin theRoadside Emergencieschapter for information on
checking and replacing fuses.
To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required to
be running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To prevent
the battery from being discharged:
•do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is
not running,
•do not leave battery chargers, video game adapters, computers and
other devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked for
extended periods.
Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.
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Working with the engine on
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Block the wheels.
WARNING:To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or
personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.
OPENING THE HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located under the
instrument panel.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and
release the auxiliary latch that is
located under the front of the hood.
3. Lift the hood until the lift
cylinders hold it open.
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Maintenance and Specifications
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................174
Air cleaner filter ...............255–256
Air conditioning ..........................38
Air suspension ...........................178
description ..............................178
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................................107, 117
and child safety seats ............109
description ......................107, 117
disposal ....................................120
driver airbag ....................110, 118
indicator light .................117, 119
operation .........................110, 118
passenger airbag .............110, 118
side airbag ...............................117
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................233
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................174–175
Anti-theft system ........................83
Audio system
(see Radio) ................20, 22, 25, 30
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................180
fluid, adding ............................253
fluid, checking ........................253
fluid, refill capacities ..............258
fluid, specification ..................258
Auxiliary power point .................55
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........258
refill capacities ........................258
traction lok ..............................179
B
Battery .......................................231acid, treating emergencies .....231
jumping a disabled battery ....202
maintenance-free ....................231
replacement, specifications ...256
servicing ..................................231
Belt-Minder
.............................103
Booster seats .............................134
Brakes ................................173–174
anti-lock ...........................174–175
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................175
fluid, checking and adding ....253
fluid, refill capacities ..............258
fluid, specifications .................258
lubricant specifications ..........258
shift interlock ..........................179
Bulbs ............................................46
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....258
Cell phone use ..............................8
Child safety seats ......................124
attaching with tether straps ..132
in front seat ............................125
in rear seat ......................125, 128
LATCH .....................................129
recommendations ...................122
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................134
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............219
instrument panel ....................221
interior .....................................221
plastic parts ............................220
washing ....................................217
waxing .....................................218
wheels ......................................218
wiper blades ............................220
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