lock LINCOLN TOWN CAR 1997 Service Manual

202Steel wheel with full wheelcoverSteel wheel with full wheelcover
Remove the wheelcover from the wheel using the
flanged end of the wheel nut wrench by inserting
the handle and then prying against the inner
wheelcover flange.
Install the wheelcover on the wheel with the valve
stem in the wheel matching the hole in the
wheelcover. Push by hand on the outside edges of
the wheelcover until it is snapped firmly in place on
the wheel.
NOTE:DO NOT USE A STEEL HAMMER.
If you have the anti-theft locking spoked wheel
cover, each wheel cover has a lock bolt behind the
center hub ornament. You need a special key
wrench (stored in the glove box) to pry this
ornament off and to remove the lock bolt. Do not
lose this wrench or you will not be able to remove
the wheel cover.
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The key wrench has a registration number attached
to it. Keep the registration number in a safe place.
Complete the registration card and return it to the
manufacturer as soon as you buy the vehicle. To
replace the key wrench, send the I.D. card to the
manufacturer.Anti-Theft Wheel Lug Nuts
(If equipped)If your vehicle has this option, one of the lug nuts
on each wheel locks and must be unlocked with a
special key. The key and registration card are
attached to the lug wrench and stored with the
spare tire. If you lose the key, send the registration
card to the manufacturer (not the dealer) to get a
replacement key.
NOTE:If entire lug wrench/lug nut key assembly
is lost, see your nearest Ford or Lincoln-Mercury
dealer who has access to a master set of keys.
NOTE:DO NOT USE A POWER IMPACT
WRENCH ON THE LUG NUT KEY.The anti-theft lug nut and key
Removing the anti-theft lug nutInsert the key over the locking lug nut. Make sure
that you hold the key square to the lug nut. If you
hold the key on an angle, you may damage the key
and the lug nut.
Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and
apply pressure on the key with the wrench. Turn
the wrench in a counterclockwise direction to
remove the lug nut.
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Precautions When Servicing Your
VehicleBe especially careful when inspecting or servicing
your vehicle. Here are some general precautions for
your safety:q
Do not work on a hot engine. The engine
cooling fan may come on unexpectedly. Always
turn the engine off and let it cool.
q
If you must work with the engine running,
avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that
could get caught in moving parts. Take
appropriate precautions with long hair.
q
Do not work on a vehicle in an enclosed space
with the engine running, unless you are sure
you have enough ventilation.
q
Never get under a vehicle while it is supported
by a jack only. If you must work under a
vehicle, use safety stands.
q
Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking
materials away from the battery and all
fuel-related parts.
If you disconnect the battery, the engine must
ªrelearnº its idle conditions before your vehicle will
drive properly. To find out how the engine does
this, seeBatteryin this chapter.
Working with the engine off:1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure that
the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park).
2. Remove the key from the ignition after you
turn the engine off.
3. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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Installing the headlamp bulb1. With the flat side of the bulb's plastic base
facing upward, insert the glass end of the bulb
into the socket. You may need to turn the bulb
left or right to line up the grooves in the plastic
base with the tabs in the socket. When the
grooves are aligned, push the bulb into the
socket until the plastic base contacts the rear of
the socket.
2. Slip the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base
until it contacts the rear of the socket. Lock
the ring into the socket by rotating it clockwise
until you feel a ªstop.º3. Push the electrical connector into the rear of
the plastic base until it snaps, locking it into
position.
4. Turn the headlamps on and make sure that
they work properly. If the headlamp was
correctly aligned before you changed the bulb,
you should not need to align it again.
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Index
A
ABS warning light (see Anti-lock
brake system)............ 11
Accessory position on the ignition.... 73
Accessory power source, power
point outlet............. 73
Accident damage............ 212
Air bag supplemental
restraint system........... 135
and child safety seats......137, 141
description............. 135
driver air bag............ 135
indicator light............ 14
operation.............. 137
passenger air bag........... 135
service and information labels..... 139
tone generator............ 139Air cleaner filter
location............... 216
specifications............ 257
Air conditioning, electronic automatic
temperature control system....... 55
Air suspension, description........ 170
Alarm, activating remote personal..... 112
Aluminum wheels........... 200
Antenna, radio (see Electronic
sound system)............ 40
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 224
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description............. 167
see also Brake............ 167
warning light............ 11
Anti-theft lug nuts and key........ 203
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Brake fluid
brake warning light.......... 12
checking and adding......... 221
description............. 221
specifications............ 259
Brakes................ 167
adjustment............. 167
anti-lock.............. 167
applying the brakes.......... 167
brake warning light.......... 11
fluid, checking and adding....... 221
fluid, refill capacities......221, 258
fluid, specifications.......... 259
master cylinder........... 221
new brake linings........... 5
noise................ 167
parking............... 168
servicing.............. 167
when storing your vehicle....... 262Break-in period.............. 5
Brights (high beams).......... 13
Bulbs, replacing............ 248
halogen............... 249
headlamps.............. 249
C
Canada, customer assistance....... 270
Canada, warranty information....... 3
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan
(CAMVAP).............. 271
Capacities for refilling fluids....... 258
Carbon monoxide in exhaust....... 165
Car seats for children
(see Child safety seats)........ 141
Cassette tape player (see Electronic sound
system)............... 40
Catalytic converter........... 246
Changing a tire............. 192
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298Charging system warning light...... 15
Childproof locks............ 96
Child safety restraints.......... 140
child safety belts........... 158
child safety seats........... 141
Child safety seats
and air bags............. 141
attaching with tether straps...... 158
automatic locking mode
(retractor)........130, 141, 143
in front seat..........141, 143
in rear outboard seat......141, 151
in rear seat............. 141
tether anchorage hardware...... 158
Chime
headlamps on............ 32
key in ignition............ 75
safety belt.............. 13
Circuit breakers, checking and replacing . . 191Cleaning your vehicle
chrome and aluminum parts...... 253
exterior............... 253
exterior lamps............ 254
fabric................ 255
headlamps.............. 254
instrument panel........... 254
interior............... 255
interior lamps............ 254
mirrors............... 90
plastic parts............. 254
polishing.............. 253
rustproofing............. 254
safety belts............. 254
tail lamps.............. 254
upholstery and interior trim...... 255
washing............... 253
waxing............... 253
wheels............... 255
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Climate control system
air conditioning........... 55
electronic automatic temperature
control.............. 55
heating............... 55
Clock................. 72
Cold engine starting.......... 162
Combination lap and shoulder belts.... 126
Compact disc radio (see Electronic
sound system)............ 35
Controls, mirrors............ 89
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
checking and adding......... 224
preparing for storage......... 261
refill capacities............ 258
specifications............ 259
temperature gauge.......... 10Cooling fan.............. 214
Cupholder(s).............. 73
Customer Assistance Centre,
Ford of Canada............ 270
D
Daytime running light system...... 68
Defects, reporting............ 263
Defrost, windshield........... 63
Dipstick................ 219
automatic transmission fluid...... 230
engine oil.............. 219
power steering fluid......... 229
Disabled vehicle (see Towing)...... 209
Dispute Settlement Board........ 266
Doors................. 96
door ajar warning message....... 31
lubricant specifications........ 259
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300Driving under special conditions
heavy load............. 177
towing a trailer........... 179
E
Electrical system
circuit breakers........... 191
fuses................ 190
power point outlet.......... 73
Electronic sound system
antenna............... 40
tuning the radio........... 36
warranty and service information.... 53
Electronic stereo cassette radio
(see Electronic sound system)..... 35
Electronic stereo radio (see Electronic
sound system)............ 35
Emergencies, roadside
fuel................ 243
jump-starting............ 204
towing............... 209Emergency brake (parking brake)..... 168
Emission control system......... 246
catalytic converter.......... 246
emissions warranty........ 3,246
Engine
check engine warning light...... 14
does not start.........163, 181
fuel injected engine, starting...... 161
fuel pump shut-off switch....... 181
preparing to start........... 161
refill capacities............ 258
service points............ 216
starting............... 162
starting after a collision........ 181
storing your vehicle......... 260
Engine block heater........... 164
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odometer.............. 21
speedometer............. 20
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating............. 178
definition.............. 177
driving with a heavy load....... 177
location............... 177
Gearshift
automatic operation......... 173
column-mounted........... 173
locking the gearshift......... 73
positions.............. 173
shifting the gears.......... 173
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating............. 178
definition.............. 177
driving with a heavy load....... 177
location............... 177
H
Hazard flashers............. 78
Headlamps
aiming............... 248
autolamp system........... 70
cleaning............... 254
daytime running lights........ 68
flashing............... 76
high beam............. 76
replacing bulbs............ 248
turning on and off.......... 69
warning chime............ 32
Head restraints............. 119
Heated mirrors............. 101
Heating
electronic automatic temperature control
system.............. 55
High beams
indicator light............ 13
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