snow chains LINCOLN TOWN CAR 2001 Owners Manual

Replacing the tires
Replace the tires when the wear
band is visible through the tire
treads.
When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, or
bias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the
Certification or Tire Label. Make sure that all tires are the same size,
speed rating, and load-carrying capacity. Use only the tire combinations
recommended on the label. If you do not follow these precautions,
your vehicle may not drive properly and safely.
Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size, type,
load-carrying capacity and tread design (e.g., ªAll Terrainº, etc.),
as originally offered by Ford.
Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the
handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose
control and roll over.
Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle's original tires may also
affect the accuracy of your speedometer.
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS
Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you
currently have on your vehicle.
The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in
rain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snow
tires and chains.
Maintenance and care
188

Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains:
²Use only cable type chains offered by Ford as an accessory or
equivalent. Using SAE class S or other conventional link type chains
may cause damage to the vehicle's wheel house and/or body.
²Install chains securely, verifying that the chains do not touch any
wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.
²Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains rub or bang against your
vehicle, stop and re-tighten the chains. If this does not work, remove
the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle.
²If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle.
²Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not use
tire chains on dry roads.
²The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle
damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when
using snow tires and chains.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS
Important safety precautions
Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tank
may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire.
The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is
venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops
before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may
spray out and injure you or others.
If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or
vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause
the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in possible
personal injury.
Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or
mishandled.
Maintenance and care
189

extension assembly ................105
for adults .........................101±103
for children .............................118
lap belt ....................................104
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................98
warning light and
chime .....................9, 14, 105±106
Safety seats for children ..........119
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) ....................................96
Seats ............................................92
child safety seats ....................119
cleaning ...........................210±211
easy access/easyout feature ....95
heated ........................................94
memory seat .................76, 84, 96
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ....................................88, 90
Servicing your vehicle ..............164
Spark plugs,
specifications .............212, 215±216
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................214±215
Speed control ..............................62
Speedometer ...............................16
Starting your vehicle ........126, 128
jump starting ..........................158
Steering
speed sensitive .......................134
Steering wheel
controls ......................................65
tilting .........................................60T
Tires ...........................154, 185±187
changing ..................................154
checking the pressure ............187
replacing ..................................188
rotating ....................................187
snow tires and chains ............188
tire grades ...............................186
treadwear ................................186
Towing .......................................141
recreational towing .................143
trailer towing ..........................141
wrecker ....................................163
Traction control ..................59, 133
active light ................................14
how to enable/disable ............133
off light ......................................13
Traction-lok rear axle ...............139
Transmission .............................135
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................178
fluid, refill capacities ..............212
lubricant specifications ..214±215
Trunk ...........................................91
remote release ....................72, 81
Turn signal ......................11, 15, 60
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................216
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................218
Vehicle loading ..........................139
Ventilating your vehicle ...........129
Index
236