brake light LINCOLN LS 2002 Owner's Manual

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
To help you service your vehicle:
²We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy
location.
²We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking
routine service easy.
If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide
the necessary parts and service. Check yourWarranty Guideto find out
which parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications. Motorcraft parts are designed and built to
provide the best performance in your vehicle.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle.
²Do not work on a hot engine.
²When the engine is running, keep loose clothing, jewelry or long hair
away from moving parts.
²Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed
space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.
²Keep all lit cigarettes, open flames and other lit material away from
the battery and all fuel related parts.
If you disconnect the battery, the engine must ªrelearnº its idle
conditions and the transmission must ªrelearnº its shift schedules before
your vehicle will drive properly, as explained in theBatterysection in
this chapter.
Working with the engine off
²Automatic transmission:
1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
²Manual transmission:
1. Set the parking brake.
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WASHER FLUID
Check the washer fluid whenever
you stop for fuel. The reservoir is
highlighted with a
symbol.
If the level is low, add enough fluid
to fill the reservoir. In very cold
weather, do not fill the reservoir all
the way.
Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification ESR-M17P5±A.
Refer toLubricant specificationsin this chapter.
State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the
use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the
vehicle's paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
Note:Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer
fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system
components.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals
for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park) (automatic transmission) or 1 (First) (manual transmission).
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Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause
personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted
substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery,
always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide proper
ventilation.
When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on the
end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps,
resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery.
Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite
corners.
Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric
acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes
when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of
acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flush
immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt
medical attention. If acid is swallowed, call a physician immediately.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds.Wash hands after handling.
Because your vehicle's engine is electronically controlled by a computer,
some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. When
the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine must
relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and
performance. To begin this process:
1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake.
2. Put the gearshift in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start the
engine.
3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
6. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process.
²The vehicle may need to be driven to relearn the idle and fuel trim
strategy.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................74
AdvanceTrac ..............................165
Air bag supplemental
restraint system ................139, 143
and child safety seats ............141
description ......................139, 143
disposal ....................................146
driver air bag ..................141, 144
indicator light ...........12, 143, 145
operation .........................141, 144
passenger air bag ...........141, 144
side air bag ..............................143
Air cleaner filter .......253±254, 261
Air conditioning ..........................48
Air filter, cabin ............................59
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................237
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................161
Anti-theft system ......................120
arming the system ..................120
disarming a triggered
system .....................................120
Audio system (see Radio) .........31
Automatic transmission ............167
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................168
fluid, adding ............................252
fluid, checking ........................252
fluid, refill capacities ..............261
fluid, specification ..................264
Axle
lubricant specifications ..263±264
refill capacities ........................261B
Battery .......................................235
acid, treating
emergencies ............................235
charging system
warning light .............................12
jumping a disabled battery ....202
maintenance-free ....................235
replacement, specifications ...261
servicing ..................................235
Belt minder ...............................134
Brakes ........................................160
anti-lock ...................................161
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light .........12, 162
brake warning light ..................11
fluid, checking and adding ....251
fluid, refill capacities ..............261
fluid, specifications .........263±264
lubricant
specifications ..................263±264
parking ....................................162
shift interlock ..........................167
Break-in period .............................6
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....261
Cargo net ...................................107
Cassette tape player ...................31
CD changer .................................44
Certification Label ....................271
Child safety restraints ..............147
child safety belts ....................147
Child safety seats ......................148
attaching with tether
straps .......................................152
Index
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H
Hazard flashers .........................188
Head restraints .........................121
Headlamps ...................................60
aiming ..................................63±64
autolamp system .......................60
bulb specifications ....................66
daytime running lights .............61
flash to pass ..............................62
high beam .................................15
replacing bulbs .........................67
turning on and off ....................60
warning chime ..........................15
Heating ........................................48
HomeLink universal
transceiver (see Garage
door opener) .........................86±89
Hood ..........................................229
I
Ignition .......................156, 264±265
removing the key ....................180
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................148
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ..............................266
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................224
cluster ................................10, 225
lighting up panel
and interior ...............................62
J
Jack ............................................198
positioning ...............................198
storage .....................................198
Jump-starting your vehicle ......202K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................115
Keys ...........................108, 117, 119
key in ignition chime ...............15
positions of the ignition .........156
removing from the ignition ....180
valet key ..................................108
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................60
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................66
cargo lamps ...............................62
daytime running light ...............61
fog lamps ...................................61
headlamps .................................60
headlamps, flash to pass ..........62
instrument panel,
dimming .....................................62
interior lamps .....................65, 67
replacing bulbs .............65, 67±68
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................64
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
AdvanceTrac .............................13
air bag ........................................12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....12, 162
brake ..........................................11
bulb warning .............................14
charging system ........................12
check engine .............................10
cruise indicator .........................14
door ajar ....................................15
fuel cap light .............................11
high beam ...........................14±15
low coolant ................................13
Index
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