light LINCOLN LS 2003 Owner's Manual

5. Turn the ignition to the OFF position.
6. Turn the autolamps on (The park lamps and low beams will turn on.)
7. Turn the autolamps off after the desired delay time is reached. (The
maximum programmable delay is 3 minutes. The lights that turned on in
step 6 will turn off.)
Autolamps with wipers
When the windshield wipers are on with the headlamps, the autolamp
system will provide automatic on/off control of the exterior lights based
on the status of the wipers.
•When the wipers are turned on, the exterior lights will turn on after a
short delay.
•When the wipers are turned off, the exterior lights will turn off after a
short delay.
Note: The moisture sensitive wipers feature may affect the length of the
autolamp time delay.
Foglamp control
The foglamps can be turned on
when the headlamp control is pulled
toward you and is in any of the
following positions:
•Parking lamps
•Low beams
•Autolamps
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
Turns the highbeam headlamps on with a reduced output.
To activate with automatic transmission:
•the ignition must be in the RUN position;
•the headlamp control is in the OFF position, Parking lamps position,
or Autolamp position when the autolamp function has not turned on
the headlamps (daytime); and
•the transmission is out of Park.
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Alwaysremembertoturn on your headlamps at dusk or during
inclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System
does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide
adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your
headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
High beams
Pull toward you until control stops
to activate. Repeat to deactivate.
Flash to pass
Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
Use to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel during parklamp,
headlamp and autolamp operation.
•Rotate up to brighten.
•Rotate down to dim.
•Rotate fully up to turn on the
interior lights.
Note: The panel dimmer control is not active when the autolamp system
has determined that it is daytime.
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HEADLAMP VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT
Your vehicle is equipped with VOL (Visual Optical Left) headlamps.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface approximately 7.6 meters (25 feet)
from a vertical wall or screen directly in front of it.
•(1) Eight feet
•(2) VOL - subtract 50 mm (2.1 in) from the measurement of the
center of the low beam lamp to the ground.
•(3) Twenty five feet
•(4) Horizontal reference line
2. Measure the height from the
center of your headlamp to the
ground and mark a 2.4 meter
(8 foot) horizontal reference line on
the vertical wall or screen 50 mm
(2.1 in) below this height (a piece
of masking tape works well). The
center of the lamp is marked by a
3.0 mm circle on the headlamp lens
(use the low beam center mark).
•(1) Eight feet
•(2) VOL - subtract 50 mm (2.1 in) from the measurement of the
center of the low beam lamp to the ground.
•(3) Twenty five feet
•(4) Horizontal reference line
3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and
open the hood.
4. On the wall or screen you will
observe a light pattern with flat
edges at the top of the beam
pattern. If the flat edges are not at
the horizontal reference line, the
beam will need to be adjusted.
5. Locate the vertical adjuster on
each headlamp, then usea6mm
allen wrench or screwdriver to adjust the headlamp up or down.
6. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS
NON-ADJUSTABLE.
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7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
•Push down to activate the left
turn signal.
•Push up to activate the right turn
signal.
INTERIOR LAMPS
Map lamps (if equipped)
The map lamps and controls are
located on the dome lamp. Press the
controls in front of each map lamp
to activate the lamps.
BULBS
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must
be marked with an authorized“D.O.T.”for North America and an“E”for
Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe
visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the
lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time.
Function Trade Number
Headlamp low beam H11
Headlamp low beam (HID) D2R
Headlamp high beam 9005
Park and turn lamp (front) 3457 A/K (amber)
Side marker lamp (front) 3W4Z–15A424–5–AA
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Function Trade Number
Foglamp 9145
Tail lamp, brakelamp, side lamp 3157K
Rear turn lamp 3157 A/K (amber)
Backup lamp 921
License plate lamp 168
High-mount brakelamp 3W4Z–13A613–AA
Map lamp (with moon roof) 906
Rail lamp (rear) 168
Map lamp (front) 906
Sun visor lighted mirror lamp Part # E9SB-13465-BA
Glove compartment 194
Ashtray 194
Luggage compartment lamp 212-2
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer.
Interior bulbs
Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.
Map lamps
For bulb replacement, see a qualified service technician or your dealer.
Replacing headlamp bulbs
The headlamp assembly contains the low beam bulb, the high beam bulb,
park/turn lamp bulb and led side marker. To replace any of these items,
the headlamp assembly must be removed from the vehicle as follows:
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in
the OFF position, then open the
hood.
2. Lift the hood and remove the
upper and lower sight shields by
removing the seven plastic retaining
pins.
3. On the headlamp assembly,
remove the three headlamp
attaching bolts (8mm socket).
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Replacing headlamp bulbs - lowbeam
1. Remove the headlamp assembly
as described under theReplacing
exterior bulbheader.
2. Remove the four T20 torx head
screws holding the bulb retaining
cover on.
3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise
and remove it by pulling the bulb
straight out.
4. Disconnect the electrical
connector.
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of
children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to
break the next time the headlamps are operated.
Install the new bulb in reverse order, while also replacing the seal on the
bulb retaining cover. The kits for replacement seals are avaliable at
Lincoln or Ford dealers.
Replacing HID headlamp bulb (if equipped)
The low beam headlamps on your vehicle use a“high intensity discharge”
source. These lamps operate at a high voltage. The bulb is NOT
replaceable. When the bulb is burned out, the lamp assembly must be
replaced by your dealer or a qualified technician.
Replacing headlamp bulbs - highbeam
1. Remove the headlamp assembly
as described under theReplacing
exterior bulbheader.
2. Remove the four T20 torx head
screws holding the bulb retaining
cover on.
3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise
and remove it by pulling the bulb
straight out.
4. Disconnect the electrical
connector.
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Install the new bulb in reverse order, while also replacing the seal on the
bulb retaining cover. The kits for replacement seals are avaliable at
Lincoln or Ford dealers.
Replacing the LED sidemarker
1. Remove the headlamp assembly
as described under theReplacing
exterior bulbheader.
2. Remove the three T20 torx head
screws holding the bulb retaining
cover on.
3. Pull the LED assembly straight
out and replace with a new
assembly.
Install the new assembly in reverse order, while also replacing the seal
on the bulb retaining cover. The kits for replacement seals are avaliable
at Lincoln or Ford dealers.
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal lamp bulbs
1. Remove the headlamp assembly
as described under theReplacing
exterior bulbheader.
2. Turn the bulb counterclockwise
and pull it straight out of the
headlamp assembly.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
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Replacing foglamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and disconnect
the electrical connector from the
foglamp bulb.
2. Rotate the foglamp bulb
counterclockwise and remove from
the foglamp.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs
Your vehicle is equipped with an LED center high-mount stop lamp. It is
designed to last the life of the vehicle. If replacement is required, the
entire assembly must be replaced as follows:
1. Pull down on the headliner, near
the location of the high-mount stop
lamp, to release the dual lock
attachment.
2. Expose enough of the high-mount
stop lamp to disconnect the
electrical wire and remove the two
retaining bolts (8 mm head).
3. Remove and replace the high-mount stop lamp bulb.
Install the new lamp in reverse order.
Replacing tail lamp/backup bulbs
For bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician.
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
For bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician.
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More or less wiping may occur under the following conditions:
•on cool mornings with high humidity
•in very light mist or rain
•salty water/mist
•hydrophobic coating applied to the windshield such as Rain-X or wax
(use of these types of coatings are not recommended)
You can override the moisture sensitive wiper function by selecting
HIGH, LOW and OFF.
The moisture sensitive wiper feature should be turned OFF prior to
entering a car wash.
Changing the wiper blades
To replace the wiper blades:
1. Pull the passenger side wiper arm
away from the windshield into the
service position. Turn the blade at
an angle from the wiper arm.
2. Firmly press the release tab from
the bottom side of the wiper arm to
unlock wiper blade from wiper arm.
3. Pull the wiper blade down toward
the windshield to remove it from the
arm.
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Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.
STEERING COLUMN LOCK (IF EQUIPPED)
The steering column will automatically lock when the key is removed
from the ignition. When the vehicle key is inserted into the ignition, the
steering column will automatically unlock.
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR
To turn on the visor mirror lamps,
lift the mirror cover. Adjust the
amount of light by sliding the
control.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to
your option package.
Storage compartment
Press to open the storage
compartment. The door will open
slightly and can be moved to full
open.
The storage compartment may be
used to secure sunglasses or a
similar object.
AUXILIARY POWER POINT
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang
any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug.
Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered
by your warranty.
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