hood release FORD THUNDERBIRD 2003 11.G Owners Manual

Interior bulbs
Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.
Replacing headlamp bulbs
To remove the headlamp bulb:
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in
OFF position, then open the hood.
2. Pry up the two retainer pins to
release the headlamp assembly from
the vehicle.
3. Remove the screw from the back
of the headlamp and pull headlamp
forward.
4. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the bulb by pulling
rearward.
5. Remove the bulb retaining ring by
rotating it counterclockwise (when
viewed from the rear) to free it
from the bulb socket, and slide the
ring off the plastic base. Keep the
ring to retain the new bulb.
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Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in
OFF position, then open the hood.
2. Pry up the two retainer pins to
release the headlamp assembly from
the vehicle.
3. Remove the screw from the back
of the headlamp and pull headlamp
forward.
4. Rotate bulb socket
counterclockwise and remove from
lamp assembly.
5. Carefully pull bulb straight out of
socket and push in the new bulb.
6. Install bulb socket in lamp
assembly by turning clockwise.
7. Install the headlamp on vehicle by
aligning the lamp on the vehicle,
push rearward to fully seat the lamp
assembly and install the screw on the headlamp.
8. Push the two retainer pins down.
9. Turn the lamps on and make sure the new bulb works properly.
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If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle,
ensureALL remote entry transmittersare taken to your authorized
dealer to aid in troubleshooting.
Locking the doors
1. Pressand release to lock all the doors and activate the anti-theft
system.Note:the turn signal lamps will flash once to confirm the doors,
trunk and hood are closed.
2. Press
and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the
doors, trunk and hood are closed and locked.Note:the doors will lock
again, and the horn will chirp once.
If any of the doors , the trunk or the hood are not properly closed the
horn will make two quick chirps.
Unlocking the doors
1. Pressand release to unlock the driver’s door and deactivate the
perimeter alarm (if activated).Note:The interior lamps will illuminate.
2. Press
and release again within three seconds to unlock all the
doors.
The remote entry system comes with an illuminated entry feature. This
feature turns on the interior lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is
turned to the RUN position.
The inside lights will not turn off if:
•they have been turned on using the dimmer control or
•any door is open.
The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 30 minutes after
the ignition is turned to the OFF position.
Opening the trunk
Pressonce to open the trunk.
•Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your
vehicle. Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall
out or block the driver’s rear view.
Sounding a panic alarm
Press
to activate the alarm. The horn will sound for a maximum of
30 seconds and the turn signal lamps will flash for a maximum of 5
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OPENING THE HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located at the bottom
left of the instrument panel.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and
release the auxiliary latch that is
located under the front center of
the hood by pushing the handle
toward the passenger side of the
vehicle.
3. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open.
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
3.9L–4V V8 engine
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Brake fluid reservoir
Maintenance and Specifications
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