trunk release FORD THUNDERBIRD 2002 11.G Owners Manual
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Replacing tail/brake/turn/backup lamp bulbs
The tail/brake//turn/backup bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly,
one just below the other. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb:
Prior to pulling the carpet away, in
step 1, the trunk trim scuff plate
must be removed. This can be
accomplished by pulling gently on
the component until the 6 push pins
along the rear of the trunk release.
The part can be placed aside and
the carpet pulled away. To replace
the piece, re-align the pins and push
into place.
1. Open the trunk and carefully pull
the carpet away to expose the nut
and washer assemblies.
2. Remove the two nut and washer
assemblies from the lamp assembly.
3. Pull the lamp assembly towards
the rear of the vehicle disengaging
the ball stud locator from the ball
stud socket in the body. Carefully
remove the lamp assembly from the
vehicle.
4. Rotate the bulb socket
counterclockwise and remove from
lamp assembly.
5. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket and push in the new bulb.
6. To complete installation, follow
the removal procedure in reverse
order.
Lights
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POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS
The power mirrors can be operated at any time.
To adjust your mirrors:
1. Select L to adjust the left mirror
or R to adjust the right mirror.
2. Move the control in the direction
you wish to tilt the mirror.
3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.
LOCKABLE AND ELECTRONIC TRUNK REMOTE CONTROL
The remote trunk release control is
located on the driver's door trim
panel and can be operated at any
time, except when the security
system is armed. This control will
not work until the vehicle is
disarmed.
You can render the switch
inoperable by locking the button
with your master key.
MIRRORS
L R
MIRRORS
L R
Driver controls
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KEYS
The key operates all locks on your
vehicle. In case of loss, replacement
keys are available from your dealer.
You should always carry a second
key with you in a safe place in case
you require it in an emergency.
Refer toSecuriLockyPassive
Anti-Theft Systemfor more
information.
POWER DOOR LOCKS
Press the top of the control to
unlock all doors and the bottom to
lock all doors.
When the vehicle is armed the
power door locks and remote trunk
release control are disabled. These
will not work until the vehicle is
disarmed.
Smart locks
With the key in the ignition, and the driver's door open, the doors cannot
be locked using the driver's power door lock switches. If this is
attempted, both doors will lock, then the driver's door will immediately
unlock.
The vehicle can still be locked. with the key in the ignition, using the
manual lock button on the door, operating the remote entry transmitter,
or locking the drivers door with the a key.
INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE
Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartment
release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in
the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment.
Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and
location of the release handle.
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REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
Your remote entry system contains two remote transmitters which
provide remote control of several features. Each remote transmitter will
allow you to:
²unlock the vehicle doors without a key
²lock all the vehicle doors without a key
²open the trunk without a key
²activate the personal alarm
²arm and disarm the perimeter anti-theft system
²operate the illuminated entry feature
The remote transmitter features only operate with the ignition in the
OFF or ACC positions. The remote transmitter features also operate if
the ignition is in the RUN position and the gear shift is in P (Park). The
personal alarm feature, however, will not operate when the ignition is in
the RUN position.
When the vehicle is armed the power door locks and remote trunk
release control are disabled. These will not work until the vehicle is
disarmed.
If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle,
ensureALL key fobs(remote entry transmitters) are brought to the
dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.
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PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM
The perimeter anti-theft system will help protect your vehicle doors,
hood and trunk from unauthorized entry.
When the vehicle is armed the power door locks and remote trunk
release control are disabled. These will not work until the vehicle is
disarmed. Refer toDriver Controlschapter for more infomation.
If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle,
ensureALL key fobs(remote entry transmitters) are brought to the
dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.
Theft indicator
When the perimeter alarm is armed, the theft indicator on the
instrument panel will flash briefly every two seconds to indicate the
perimeter alarm system is protecting your vehicle.
Arming the system
When armed, the perimeter alarm will help protect your vehicle from
unauthorized entry. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will
flash the turn signal lamps and the theft indicator lamp and will sound
the horn.
The system is ready to arm whenever the key is out of the ignition. The
system will arm 20 seconds after one of the following actions:
²Press the remote transmitter lock control.
²Open a door and press the power door lock control.
Disarming the system
You can disarm the system by any of the following actions:
²Unlock the doors by using your remote entry transmitter.
²Unlock the driver's door by using your key.
²Turn ignition to RUN.
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Starting your vehicle ........132±134
jump starting ..........................169
Steering
speed sensitive .......................140
Steering wheel
controls ......................................70
tilting .........................................62
T
Tachometer .................................18
Tires ...........................164, 223±225
changing ..........................164±165
checking the pressure ............225
replacing ..................................226
rotating ....................................225
snow tires and chains ............227
tire grades ...............................224
treadwear ................................224
Towing .......................................148
recreational towing .................152
trailer towing ..........................148
wrecker ....................................176
Traction control ........................138
active light ................................14
Transmission .......................12, 140
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................221
fluid, refill capacities ..............228
lubricant specifications ..229, 231manual operation ......................12
Trip odometer .............................18
Trunk ...........................................84
remote release ....................65, 87
Turn signal ......................14, 16, 52
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................231
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................233
Vehicle loading ..........................146
Ventilating your vehicle ...........136
W
Warning chimes .....................15±16
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Water, Driving through .............146
Windows
power .........................................63
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and cleaning ........60±61
operation ...................................60
replacing wiper blades .............61
Wrecker towing .........................176
Index
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