tire pressure reset FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2011 2.G Owners Manual

Note:During extended periods of vehicle storage (30 days or more),
fuel may deteriorate due to oxidation. Add a quality gas stabilizer
product to the vehicle fuel system whenever actual or expected storage
periods exceed 30 days. Follow the instructions on the additive label.
The vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to circulate the
additive throughout the fuel system.
Cooling system
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing vehicle from storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm there are no cooling system leaks, and fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
•Check and recharge as necessary. Keep connections clean.
•If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days without recharging the
battery, it may be advisable to disconnect the battery cables to ensure
battery charge is maintained for quick starting.
Note:If battery cables are disconnected, it will be necessary to reset
memory features.
Brakes
•Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under vehicle are
covered with grease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to lubricate
working parts and prevent corrosion.
Removing vehicle from storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of storage, do the following:
•Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt or grease film build-up on
window surfaces.
•Check windshield wipers for any deterioration.
•Check under the hood for any foreign material that may have collected
during storage (mice/squirrel nests).
•Check the exhaust for any foreign material that may have collected
during storage.
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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 a TPMS
Care should be taken avoid damaging the sensor and band during
mounting or dismounting. Please refer to the Crown VictoriaWorkshop
Manualfor the complete mount and dismount procedure. This is critical,
as the procedure is different from previous model years due to the
introduction of the TPMS.
When a new tire/wheel is installed,the TPMS sensor located in the
new tire/wheel needs to be “trained” to the vehicle.
TPMS training tools,such as 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 VictoriaWorkshop
Manual.
TPMS reset tips:
•To reduce the chances of interference from another vehicle, the TPMS
reset procedure should be performed at least three feet (one meter)
away from another Ford Motor Company vehicle undergoing the TPMS
reset procedure at the same time.
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7. Train the TPMS sensors in the tires using the following TPMS reset
sequence starting with theleft front tirein the following clockwise
order:
•Left front (Driver’s side front tire)
•Right front (Passenger’s side front tire)
•Right rear (Passenger’s side rear tire)
•Left rear (Driver’s side rear tire)
8.Left front tire:Place the TPMS reset tool against the left front tire
where the tire meets the rim, opposite from the valve stem (1) as shown.
This is where the sensor is located inside the rim.
Both tools, the TPMS training tool (part number 8C2Z-1A203-A)
or the Tire Pressure Monitor Activation Tool (part number
204-363), must be held against the tire sidewall opposite the
valve stem as illustrated. For the TPMS training tool, the device
should be held as illustrated, with the arrow on the tool pointing
towards the rim; do not use the tool with the arrow pointing away
from the rim as it may not activate the sensor.
9. Press and release the activation button while holding either tool to the
side wall until the horn sounds. The horn will sound once within
approximately 10 seconds to indicate the process was successful.
Note:
•If a double horn chirp is heard, repeat the procedure. If a single horn
chirp is not heard, move the vehicle to rotate the wheels at least a
14-turn and repeat the procedure starting with Step 1.
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