warning lights LINCOLN AVIATOR 2003 Owners Manual

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 10
Warning and control lights 10
Gauges 15
Entertainment Systems 18
AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 18
AM/FM stereo with CD 27
Climate Controls 41
Electronic automatic temperature control 41
Lights 50
Headlamps 50
Turn signal control 55
Bulb replacement 56
Driver Controls 65
Windshield wiper/washer control 65
Power windows 70
Mirrors 73
Speed control 76
Message center 86
Locks and Security 103
Keys 103
Locks 103
Anti-theft system 103
Table of Contents
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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may
become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may
illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.
Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the
bulb works.If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, have
the respective system inspected immediately.
Service engine soon
The
light illuminates briefly to
ensure the system is functional. If it
comes on after the engine is started,
one of the engine’s emission control
systems may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a
driveability concern being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable and
will not require towing.
Light remains on:
Temporary malfunctions may cause your
light to illuminate.
Examples are:
1. The vehicle has run out of fuel.
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.
3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely
tightened.
These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank
with high quality fuel of the recommended octane and/or properly
installing and securely tightening the fuel cap. After three driving cycles
without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the
light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup
followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is
required.
Instrument Cluster
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STARTING
Positions of the ignition
1. OFF/LOCK, shuts off the engine
and all accessories/locks the steering
wheel, gearshift lever and allows key
removal.
2. ACC, allows the electrical
accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not
running. This position also unlocks
the steering wheel.
3. ON, all electrical circuits
operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key position when driving.
4. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
Preparing to start your vehicle
Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. This
system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard
requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio
noise.
When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator
before or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have
difficulty starting the engine. For more information on starting the
vehicle, refer toStarting the enginein this chapter.
Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high
temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk
of fire or other damage.
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry
ground cover. The emission system heats upthe engine
compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed
areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door
before you start the engine. SeeGuarding against exhaust fumesin
this chapter for more instructions.
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Driving
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permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent
it from working. Information about your vehicle’s emission system is on
the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the
engine. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up
specifications.
Please consult yourWarranty Guidefor complete emission warranty
information.
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of
the on-board diagnostics system. If your “Check Engine/Service Engine
Soon” light is on, refer to the description in theWarning lights and
chimessection of theInstrument clusterchapter. Your vehicle may not
pass the I/M test with the “Check Engine/Service Engine Soon” light on.
If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,
the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test”
condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, a
minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as
described below:
•First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway.
•Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic with
at least four idle periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete.
CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the scheduled maintenance
guide for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use
only Ford Premium Power Steering Fluid or MERCONAT F.
Maintenance and Specifications
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H
Hazard flashers .........................201
Head restraints .........................121
Headlamps ...................................50
aiming ........................................53
autolampsystem .......................50
bulb specifications ....................56
daytime running lights .............52
high beam ...........................14, 52
replacing bulbs .........................58
turning on and off ....................50
warning chime ..........................14
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................41
HomeLink universal
transceiver (see Garage door
opener) ............................82, 84–85
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Ignition ...............................164, 275
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................154
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................264
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................239
cluster ........................................10
lighting uppanel and interior .53
J
Jack ....................................211, 213
positioning .......................211, 215
storage .............................211, 213
Jump-starting your vehicle ......219K
Keyless entry system
locking and unlocking doors ..113
programming entry code .......111
Keys ...................................114–116
key in ignition chime ...............14
positions of the ignition .........164
L
Lamps
autolampsystem .......................50
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................56
cargo lamps ...............................53
daytime running light ...............52
fog lamps ...................................50
headlamps .................................50
instrument panel, dimming .....53
interior lamps .....................55, 57
replacing bulbs .......56, 58, 60–63
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................55
Liftgate ..............................100, 105
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
AdvanceTrac .............................13
air bag ........................................12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....12, 169
brake ..........................................11
charging system ........................12
cruise indicator .........................13
high beam .................................14
low coolant ................................13
oil pressure ...............................13
overdrive off ..............................14
safety belt .................................12
service engine soon ..................10
speed control ............................80
turn signal indicator .................13
Load limits .................................191
Index
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Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................277
Vehicle loading ..........................191
Ventilating your vehicle ...........167
W
Warning chimes ...........................14
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................245
Water, Driving through .............190Windows
power .........................................70
rear wiper/washer .....................66
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid .....245
checking and cleaning
..............66
liftgate reservoir
.....................245
operation
...................................65
replacing wiper blades
.............66
Wrecker towing
.........................224
Index
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