lights LINCOLN TOWN CAR 2011 Owner's Guide

“Premium” unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles designed
to use “Regular” unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problems
to become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your
authorized dealer.
FFV engines
If you experience starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems
during a cold start, try a different brand of E85 fuel. If the driveability
problems continue, fill the vehicle with regular unleaded gasoline and
drive vehicle normally until gasoline is used. See your authorized dealer
if the problem persists.
Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank. It
should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel
tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane
rating. These products have not been approved for your engine and
could cause damage to the fuel system. Repairs to correct the effects of
using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your
warranty.
Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-Wide Fuel Charter
that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved
performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle.
Gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter should be used when
available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the
World-Wide Fuel Charter.
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse
effect on powertrain components.
If you have run out of fuel:
•You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after
refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to
the engine. On restarting, cranking time will take a few seconds longer
than normal.
•Normally, adding 1 gallon (3.8L) of fuel is enough to restart the
engine. If the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade, more than
1 gallon (3.8L) may be required.
•The service engine soon
indicator may come on. For more
information on the service engine soon
indicator, refer to
Warning lights and chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
Maintenance and Specifications
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Value shopping for your vehicle’s maintenance needs
Your dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance and
light repair automotive services. With factory-trained technicians, and
one-stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire rotations
to repairs like brake service, check out the value your dealers can offer.
Owner checks and services
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed by
the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. Service
information and supporting specifications are provided in this owner’s guide.
Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealer
or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service
advice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered
by warranties so you may be charged for labor, parts or fluids used.
Engine oil/coolant change intervals
Engine oil6 months or 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
Engine coolant, initial
change6 years or 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
Engine coolant, after
initial changeEvery 3 years or 45,000 miles (72,000 km)
Check every month
Engine oil level
Function of all interior and exterior lights
Tires for wear and proper pressure, including spare
Windshield washer fluid level
Check every six months
Battery connections; clean if necessary
Body and door drain holes for obstructions; clean if necessary
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength
Door weatherstrips for wear; lubricate if necessary
Hinges/latches/outside locks for proper operation; lubricate if necessary
Parking brake for proper operation
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation
Washer spray/wiper operation; clean or replace blades as necessary
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
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Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....248
Floor mats ...................................70
Fluid capacities .........................268
Fuel ............................................248
calculating fuel
economy ............................22, 255
cap ...........................................251
capacity ...................................268
choosing the right fuel ...........252
detergent in fuel .....................253
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................248, 251, 255
filter, specifications ........248, 267
fuel filler door override ............72
fuel filler door release ..............71
fuel pump shut-off switch .....195
improving fuel economy ........255
octane rating ...................253, 271
quality ......................................253
running out of fuel .................254
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................248
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................248, 252–253
Fuses ..................................195–196
G
Garage door opener ....................63
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............251
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................255
Gauges .........................................16
H
Hazard flashers .........................194
Headlamps ...................................42
aiming ........................................44autolamp system .......................42
bulb specifications ....................47
daytime running lights .............43
flash to pass ..............................43
high beam .................................43
replacing bulbs .........................49
turning on and off ....................42
Hood ..........................................234
I
Ignition ...............................177, 271
Illuminated visor mirror .............55
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................132
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................259
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................228
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................44
J
Jack ............................................202
positioning ...............................202
storage .....................................202
Jump-starting your vehicle ......211
K
Keyless entry system
keypad .......................................83
locking and unlocking doors ....84
programming entry code .........83
Keys .......................................73, 87
positions of the ignition .........177
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Lamps
autolamp system .......................42
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................47
daytime running light ...............43
headlamps .................................42
headlamps, flash to pass ..........43
instrument panel, dimming .....44
interior lamps .....................46, 48
replacing bulbs .........................49
LATCH anchors .........................137
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........184
Load limits .................................166
Locks
childproof ..................................75
doors ..........................................73
Lubricant specifications ...........268
Lug nuts ....................................210
Lumbar support, seats ...............95
M
Message center .....................18–19
english/metric button .........22–23
system check button ................22
warning messages .....................23
Mirrors ...................................58–59
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................59
fold away ...................................60
heated ........................................60
programmable memory ............80
Motorcraftparts ......232, 248, 267
O
Octane rating ............................253Oil (see Engine oil) ..................237
P
Parking brake ............................184
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........267
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................102
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................60
Power adjustable foot pedals .....60
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................199
Power door locks ........................73
Power mirrors .............................59
Power point .................................56
Power steering ..........................187
fluid, checking and adding ....260
fluid, refill capacity ................268
Power trunk ..........................70–71
Power Windows ...........................58
R
Radio ......................................26, 31
Rear window defroster ...............41
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................130
Relays ........................................195
Remote entry system .................77
illuminated entry ......................82
locking/unlocking doors ...........78
opening the trunk .....................79
panic alarm ...............................79
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trailer towing ..........................173
wrecker ....................................215
Traction control ........................186
Traction-lok rear axle ...............188
Transmission .............................189
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....188
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................261
fluid, refill capacities ..............268
lubricant specifications ..........268
Trunk ...........................................76
remote release ....................71, 79
Turn signal ..................................46
U
Universal garage door opener ....63V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................272
Vehicle loading ..........................166
Ventilating your vehicle ...........180
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Water, Driving through .............192
Windows
power .........................................58
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................54
replacing wiper blades ...........236
Wrecker towing .........................215
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