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Rear courtesy/reading lamps
The courtesy lamp lights when:
²any door is opened.
²when the instrument panel
dimmer switch is turned to the
courtesy lamp position.
²if any of the keyless entry keypad
controls are pressed and the
ignition is OFF.
With the ignition key in the ACC or ON position, the reading lamp can be
turned on by pressing the rocker control.
LINCOLN RESCU SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Lincoln RESCU runs a self-test
when you start your vehicle. During
this test, the Lincoln RESCU
warning light (located in the
overhead console) will illuminate
briefly. If a problem is detected
during the self-check, the light will
remain lit and the message ªRESCU
FAILUREº will be displayed on the
vehicle's message center for several
seconds.
If the warning light fails to briefly
illuminate when you start your
vehicle, or if it remains lit, have
your Lincoln RESCU System
checked by an authorized dealer as
soon as possible. Your system may be inoperative.
It is important that you understand the limitations of your
Lincoln RESCU System prior to initiating an activation. See
Lincoln RESCU System Limitationslater in this chapter for details.
The RESCU system can be activated in three ways:
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1. By pressing the Information
control.
2. By pressing the Emergency
(S.O.S) control.
3. The system will automatically activate if the vehicle's air bags have
been deployed.
Quick summary
²To utilize your vehicle's RESCU system, your cellular phone must be
activated.
²Information or emergency assistance can be requested whenever your
key is in the RUN/START position and for six minutes after the vehicle
is turned off.
²An assistance request is initiated by pressing either the Information or
Emergency control located in the overhead console.
²When a control is pressed, a warning lamp located in the overhead
console will begin to flash and status messages are displayed on the
vehicle's message center (messages can only be displayed when the
key is in the RUN/START position).
²The vehicle's cellular phone automatically places a call to a 24 hour
emergency response center.
²When contact is made, the vehicle sends an electronic data message
to the response center's computer. This data message includes latitude
and longitude coordinates obtained from the vehicle's positioning
system.
²Once the data transmission is complete, the call is forwarded to a
response center operator who confirms your location using a
computerized map.
²The vehicle's cellular handset is locked-out, the phone is automatically
placed in the ªhands-freeº mode and voice communication is
established with the operator through the ªhands-freeº microphone.
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²Typically, voice communication with an operator is established within
one minute after an assistance control is pressed.
²The operator verbally obtains details of your situation and, if
necessary, ties your vehicle into a three-way phone call with the
United States Auto Club or local 911 or other emergency services to
dispatch the appropriate assistance to your location.
²Once the situation has been appropriately handled, the operator will
terminate the call, the system warning light will stop flashing and the
system will be reset. In most situations, only the response center can
terminate an assistance request.
General description
Lincoln's Remote Emergency Satellite Cellular Unit (RESCU) is designed
to expedite roadside, emergency or information assistance to distressed
motorists who are uncertain of their location and/or are uncertain of who
to contact for assistance.
The Lincoln RESCU system utilizes Global Positioning System (GPS)
technology and the nation's cellular phone network to track vehicle
location and, at the touch of a control, put you in voice contact with the
Lincoln Security Response Center.
Two controls in the overhead console will activate the system:
An Information icon is provided for
customer information, such as
points of interest in your current
location, route assistance and other
services as they become available.
An Emergency icon for is for
emergency assistance.
When you select a control, the vehicle's cellular phone will automatically
place a data call to the response center's central computer. Once contact
is made, an electronic data message will be transmitted. This data
message will include:
²Type of alarm (Information, emergency or air bag acitvation)
²Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
²Latitude and longitude coordinates
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Activation and deactivation
When either of the two Lincoln RESCU controls are pressed, or the air
bags are deployed (this will activate the system as an emergency
automatically), a warning light, located in the overhead console, will
begin to flash and status messages will be displayed on the vehicle's
message center, confirming an assistance request has been made. The
warning light will continue to flash throughout the activation.
The system can be activated whenever your ignition key is in the
RUN/START position and for six minutes after your vehicle is turned off.
Once a RESCU control has been pressed, do not attempt to cranks the
engine as this may cancel the activation. In most situations, the
assistance request can only be terminated and the system reset when a
special tone is sent to the vehicle by the Lincoln Security Response
Center. (SeeAutomatic rediallater in this chapter for exceptions.)
Operation will continue even if the vehicle is turned off during an
activation (although visual feedback via the message center will not be
available in this situation).
Cellular phone interface
The cellular phone must be connected to the vehicle and activated for
the system to work. During an activation, Lincoln RESCU takes control
of the vehicle's cellular phone. If the phone is in use, the call will be
terminated and the Lincoln Security Response Center will automatically
be dialed. The cellular handset becomes inoperative and all voice
communication with the operator is accomplished via the cellular phone's
ªhands-freeº microphone.
When an activation is terminated, your phone is left unlocked, in the ON
state and may not return to its previous call restriction or system
selection setting. It can be reprogrammed to your previous setting as
desired.
Refer to your cellular phone user's manual for further information.
Message center interface
During an activation, Lincoln RESCU communication with the vehicle's
message center. Status message describing the sequence of the steps
being executed are displayed, allowing you to visually follow the
activation process. The following messages are typical of those displayed
during an assistance request. They are as shown in the order in which
they would appear:
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CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle is equipped with a
variety of console features. These
include:
²utility compartment
²cupholders
²ashtray and lighter
²compact disc changer
(if equipped)
²power point
²cellular phone (if equipped)
Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you
in a collision.
Compact disc changer (if equipped)
The compact disc changer is located inside the front center console.
For information on the compact disc changer, refer to the ªAudio Guideº.
Mini console (if equipped)
The mini console is available in the six passenger vehicle only, and
consists of the:
²beverage holder
²digital audio compact disc player
(if equipped)
²ash receptacle
²cigar lighter knob and element
Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you
in a collision.
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The fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description
1 10A Lighting Control
Module: Anti-Theft
Indicator Lamp, PWM
Dimming Output,
Illumination Lamps for
Microphone, RR and
LR Door Ashtrays,
Heated Seat Switches,
Rear Defrost Control
Switch, EATC Control
Panel, Message Center
Switches, Speed
Control Switches,
Cigar Lighter, Console
and Ashtray
2 10A Data Link Connector
(DLC), Powertrain
Control Module (PCM)
3 15A Multi-Function Switch,
Cornering Lamps, High
Beam and Turn Signal
Input to LCM
4 10A Power Door Locks and
Power Windows
Switch Backlights,
Radio, Mobile
Telephone Transceiver,
Lighting Control
Module, (RUN/ACC
Sense), RESCU,
Electronic Day/Night
Mirror
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²do not exceed 90 km/h (55 mph). Drive at a reduced rate of speed, if
possible.
²avoid excessive hard steering and braking maneuvers, if possible.
²stop periodically to allow the tires to cool down.
Pressure alert system (if equipped)
Each of your SecuriTires is
monitored by a low tire pressure
sensor. A warning will appear in the
overhead console when the pressure
in one of your tires drops below
acceptable levels or if the system
has malfunctioned.
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.
Maintenance warning
The LOW TIRE PRESSURE warning will illuminate and stay on when one
of your vehicle's tires drops below 124 kPa (18 psi). The warning light
will also come on and stay lit if the Pressure Alert System has
malfunctioned.
If this warning appears, check the pressure in your tires as soon as
possible and adjust any tire that is low to the recommended air pressure
level.
If the warning remains on after you have adjusted the tires to the
recommended air pressure levels, take your vehicle to an authorized
Lincoln/Mercury dealer for service.
Flat tire warning
If the sensors detect a tire pressure lower than 68 kPa (10 psi), the LOW
TIRE PRESSURE warning will appear in the overhead console and the
message WARNING LOW TIRE PRESSURE will be displayed in the
message center, indicating an impending flat tire. If this condition occurs,
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3. The ªUº and ªDº on the bubble
indicate the directional change (up
or down) of the vertical aim.
4.Usea4mmwrench or socket to
turn the vertical adjusting screw
until the bubble is centered between
the two red lines which represents
the ª0º mark position.
When the horizontal and vertical indicators are set to the ª0º mark, the
headlamp has been properly aimed.
5. Replace the protective cover.
REPLACING THE INTERIOR BULBS
Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently:
²interior overhead lamp
²map lamp
Using the right bulbs
Function Trade Number
Headlamp 9007
Cornering lamp (front) 3156K
Backup lamp 3156
High-mount brakelamp 912
Park/turn lamp (front) 3157K
License plate lamp 168
Luggage compartment lamp (decklid ajar) 912
Side marker (front) 194NA
Side marker (rear) 916
Stoplamp and tail lamp 3157K
Redundant turn lamp (rear) 3157K
Glovebox lamp 194
Ash receptacle 1445
Ash tray (rear) 37
Cigar lighter (console) 1893
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