Mercury Grand Marquis 2010 Owner's Manuals

Example:When the odometer has accumulated 3,000 miles (4,828 km)
and the idle meter shows 61 hours, a 5,000 mile (8047 km) oil change
interval will have been reached: 3,000 road miles + (61 idle hours x
33 miles/idle hour) = 5,013 miles. In metric units this calculation would
be 4,828 kilometers + (61 idle hours x 53 km/idle hour) = 8,061 km.
REAR AXLE
Axle break-in – Police and middle eastern countries only
Rear axles in vehicles destined for use by police or in middle eastern
countries are equipped with a synthetic lubricant. Do not drive over
100 mph (160 km/h) for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) to allow axle
components to wear in. Additionally, only synthetic lubricant as specified
below should be used when maintenance is performed on the rear axle.
Lubricant specifications
Item Ford part name Ford part
numberFord
specification
Rear axle
lubricantMotorcraft SAE
75W-140 High
Performance Synthetic
Rear Axle LubricantXY-75W140-QL WSL-M2C192-A
ELECTRICAL
Battery - police
The Motorcraft
maintenance-free battery normally does not require
additional water during its life. However, for severe service usage or in
high temperature climates, the electrolyte level should be checked at
least every five months or 5,000 miles (8,000 km). If the electrolyte level
is below the level indicator in any cell, add enough pure water to bring
the level up to the indicator. Never add electrolyte (battery acid) to the
battery as this could shorten battery life.
Battery - long term storage
Make sure that the battery is fully charged before putting the vehicle in
storage. Disconnect the negative cable if it will be stored for an extended
period of time.
If the battery is discharged, allow it to warm to a moderate temperature,
such as 60°F (16°C), and use a battery charger rather than the vehicles
charging system to bring the battery back to full charge. Use a battery
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charger designed for commercial use such as the Rotunda GR-1. Never
let a fully discharged battery remain discharged for a long period of time.
Extended storage in a discharge state can cause irrecoverable damage to
the internal components or cracking of the container. As a battery
approaches a discharged state it becomes easier for the electrolyte to
freeze. If it freezes and expands it may crack the battery case.
Alternator - police
The high-output alternator provides 200 amperes of current to support
the high power requirements of modern police equipment. Output at idle
is approximately 130 amperes. Current demand by both the vehicle and
all energized police equipment in excess of this amount during vehicle
idling will place the electrical system into a discharge condition.
Electrical power management systems should be applied if necessary to
avoid discharging the battery.
Power distribution connector
Power for aftermarket equipment can be obtained from the power
distribution connector located under the glove compartment. This
connector contains several fused power feeds and inputs available for the
addition of accessories. The following tables show the circuits available
for equipment.
Police
Pin Function Gauge Color
1 5A Start 18 Red/Black
2 Vehicle speed signal 18 Gray/Black
3 Battery saver 18 Dark green/Light green
4 20A Battery 14 Light green
5 15A Battery 18 Orange/Light green
6 50A Battery 10 Tan/Yellow
7 20A Run/Acc 14 Pink
8 20A Battery 14 Light Blue/White
9 20A Run/Acc 14 Tan
10 Hazard out 18 Black/Yellow
11 50A Battery 10 Red/White
12 Hazard In 18 Gray/White
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Taxi
Pin Function Gauge Color
1 Not used — —
2 Vehicle speed signal 20 Gray/Black
3 Battery saver 18 Light green/Orange
4 50A Battery 10 Light green
5 Not used — —
6 50A Battery 10 Tan/Yellow
7 20A Run/Acc 12 White/Pink
8 10A Run/Acc 14 Light Blue/White
9 50A Battery 10 Yellow
10 Not used — —
11 50A Battery 10 Red/White
12 10A Run/Acc 14 Gray/White
The mating connector is provided on the end of the power distribution
connector. The vehicle modifier can either purchase pins for the mating
connector and install them on the wires before they are inserted into the
connector, thereby avoiding any splicing, or purchase an optional power
pigtail for the interface. The power pigtail (P/N 14A411) plugs into the
power distribution connector and provides blunt cut wires ready for
splicing by the vehicle modifier.
See thePolice Interceptor Modifier Guidefor more details.
Rear power point - police
The rear power point is a battery access port for police auxiliary equipment
mounted in the trunk. It is capable of supplying 80 amps of battery power.
The front power distribution box (PDB) contains two 50 amp fuses, which
protects the power point. Battery access is via two studs contained in an
enclosure, mounted in the trunk, on the right side fender support. The
terminal with the red wires is the battery positive, and the terminal with
the black wire is the ground. Remove both fuses in the front PDB before
removing the cover to the rear power point. Ensure load devices can be
turned off, and are switched off when reinserting fuses.
WARNING:Under no circumstance should the rear power point
cover be removed without first pulling the two fuses in the front
power distribution box. Removing cover without pulling fuses could
result in an electrical hazard, and result in personal injury. Shut off
load devices before inserting fuses.
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Headlight flashers (wig-wags) - police
An interfacing connector is provided on the headlight circuit for use of
the headlights as alternating flashers (wig-wags). The connector is
located in front of the radiator. A protective cap is attached to prevent
contaminants from entering the connector when a wig-wag module is not
installed. When installing a headlight flasher (wig-wag) module, remove
the connector and tape it to the wigwag module harness. This will ensure
that the cap is available to be reattached if the wig-wag module is
removed. For additional information, refer to theCrown Victoria
Wiring Diagram Manual.
If your vehicle is equipped with one of the optional Police Interceptor
Equipment Packages, the connector will already be used by the supplied
wig-wag module that comes with the option package.
Note:Use of the wig-wag feature overrides normal operation of the high
beam headlights, including flash-to-pass. However, the low beam
headlights will remain on and unaffected.
HEAVY-DUTY SUSPENSION - POLICE
This option includes certain heavy-duty components that contribute to
the vehicle’s stability and road handling capability under extremes of
operation. The police vehicle has a heavy duty steering gear, extra
control shock absorbers and heavy-duty front and rear stabilizer bars.
COOLERS
It is strongly recommended that auxiliary devices such as lights not be
installed at the grille. Such devices will reduce airflow through the grille
and could potentially impact the cooling system performance.
Oil cooler - police
The 4.6L engine has an engine oil cooler to maintain engine oil
temperatures.
Engine and transmission coolers
External transmission and power steering coolers are located behind the
grille and in front of the radiator. It is strongly recommended that
auxiliary devices such as lights and sirens not be installed in the air path
of these coolers as they will impact cooling system performance.
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WHEELS/TIRES/BRAKES
Wheel rims - police
To withstand the demands placed on vehicles driven under heavy-duty
service conditions, Ford Motor Company installs heavy-duty steel wheels.
Tires - police
Tires (including the spare) are speed-rated radials for police use. Use
only the recommended tire size and speed ratings.
In regions with snow and ice during the winter months, installation of
snow tires may be desirable. Snow tires will usually exhibit a drop in dry
pavement handling, but many show an increase in snow and ice traction.
When snow tires are used, they should be installed on all four wheels,
never on the drive wheels only.
Tires - long term storage
Most high performance tires are made with a nylon overlay.
As such, the following steps should be taken to avoid flatspotting when
the vehicles are not used for a period of time.
•Fleets should store the vehicles with 44 psi (303 kPa) in the tires.
•If the vehicle is stored for periods longer than 30 days, it should be
moved several feet at least once during each 30-day period, so that a
different portion of the tread contacts the ground.
•Tire pressure should be reduced to the recommended pressure shown
on the vehicle certification label before the vehicle is placed back into
service.
Training the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
All Crown Victorias are equipped
with the Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) that illuminates a
low tire pressure telltale on the
instrument cluster when one or
more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
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Each road tire, as well as the spare,
is equipped with a tire pressure
sensor fastened to the inside of the
rim, opposite (180 degrees) from
the valve stem. The signal from each
transmitter is digitally unique to
avoid interference from transmitters
on other nearby vehicles.
Note:The spare has a TPMS
sensor, but is not programmed to
the module.
Changing tires with the TPMS
Care should be taken avoid damaging the sensor and band during
mounting or dismounting. Please refer to the Crown Victoria shop
manual for the complete mount and dismount procedure. This is critical,
as the procedure is different from previous model years due to the
introduction of TPMS.
When a new tire/wheel is installed
When one of your road tires is replaced by a new tire/wheel, the TPMS
sensor located in the new tire/wheel needs to betrainedto the vehicle.
TPMS system training tools
An inexpensive TPMS training tool, P/N 8C2Z-1A203-A, can be
purchased from any Ford dealer for use by the driver or shop technician
for training the system after maintenance has been performed that
requires system training. The Tire Pressure Monitor Activation Tool, P/N
204-363, has more functionality and is designed primarily for shop use.
For either tool, follow the training instructions as outlined below.
Note:This procedure is also included in the Crown Victoria Service
Manual.
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TPMS reset tips:
•To reduce the chances of interference from another vehicle, TPMS
reset should be performed at least three feet (one meter) away from
another Ford Motor Company vehicle undergoing the TPMS reset
procedure at the same time.
•Do not wait more than two (2) minutes between resetting each tire
sensor or the system will timeout and the entire procedure will have
to be repeated on all four wheels.
•A double horn chirp indicates the need to repeat the procedure.
TPMS reset procedure
Note:It is recommended that you read the entire procedure before
attempting.
Note:To enter the reset mode, Steps 1–6 MUST be completed within
60 seconds.
1. Place the ignition in the off position and keep the key in the ignition.
2. Press and release the brake
pedal.
3. Cycle the ignition from off to on
three (3) times ending in the on
position—DO NOTstart the engine.
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4. Press and hold the brake pedal
for two (2) seconds, then release.
5. Turn the ignition to off—DO
NOTremove the key.
6. Cycle the ignition from off to on three (3) times ending in on—DO
NOTstart the engine.
If the reset mode has been entered successfully, the horn will sound
once, and the TPMS indicator
will flash.
If after repeated attempts to enter the reset mode, the horn does not
sound, and the TPMS indicator
does not flash, seek service from
your authorized dealer.
7. Train the TPMS sensors in the tires using the following TPMS reset
sequence starting with theleft front tirein the following clockwise
order:
1. Left front tire (Front driver’s side)
2. Right front tire (Front passenger’s side)
3. Right rear tire (Rear passenger’s side)
4. Left rear tire (Rear driver’s side)
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8.Left front tire:Place the TPMS reset tool against the left front tire
where the tire meets the rim, opposite from the valve stem (1) as shown.
This is where the sensor is located inside the rim.
Both tools, the TPMS training tool (part number 8C2Z-1A203-A)
or the Tire Pressure Monitor Activitation Tool (part number
204-363) must be held against the tire sidewall opposite the valve
stem as illustrated. For the TPMS training tool, the device should
be held as illustrated, with the arrow on the tool pointing
towards the rim; do not use the tool with the arrow pointing away
from the rim as it may not activate the sensor.
9. Press and release the activation button while holding either tool to the
side wall until the horn sounds. The horn will sound once within
approximately 10 seconds to indicate the process was successful.
Note:
•If a double horn chirp is heard, repeat the procedure. If a single horn
chirp is not heard, move the vehicle to rotate the wheels at least a
14-turn and repeat the procedure starting with Step 1.
•If the horn does not sound while attempting to reset any wheel, seek
service from your authorized dealer.
10. Perform Steps 8 and 9 on the right front tire, right rear tire and
finally the left rear tire. Training is complete after the horn sounds for
the last tire trained (left rear tire).
Turn the ignition to off. If two short horn beeps are heard, the reset
procedure was unsuccessful and must be repeated.
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If after repeating the procedure and two short beeps are heard when the
ignition is turned to off, seek assistance from your authorized dealer.
Brakes - police
The police vehicle is equipped with heavy-duty front disc brake pads to
meet the varying demands of different police service for fade resistance
and other performance requirements.
The police vehicle has standard anti-lock brakes and may be equipped
with traction control.
Brake fluid maintenance
Police pursuits involving hard braking result in very high temperatures in
the brake system, including the brake fluid. Over time, repeated
exposure to high brake temperatures can degrade brake fluid, potentially
reducing its boiling point. A lower boiling point could cause long brake
pedal travel and a loss of braking confidence during subsequent pursuit
driving. Ford recommends that police fleets replace the brake fluid at
every brake pad service interval. Brake fluid may be replaced more
frequently on vehicles involved in frequent high-speed pursuits with
heavy brake usage.
INTERIOR
Heavy-duty seats - police
The front seat assemblies, including the seat adjustment mechanisms and
supports, are ruggedly designed and ensure working comfort. An
anti-stab plate is integrated into the seat back to reduce the risk of
officer injury. An adjustable power lumbar system is standard on the
driver’s seat.
Seat belt extenders
Some police departments have begun employing the use of seat belt
extenders to make the practice of buckling and unbuckling seat belts
easier for officers wearing hip mounted radios, side arms, etc.
Seat belt extenders should never be worn when the lap strap will not
adjust snugly on the hips and/or when the intersection of the lap belt
and shoulder belt straps (measured along the lap strap) is less than six
(6) inches (15 cm) from an imaginary center line of the occupant’s body.
WARNING:Do not use extensions to change the fit of the
shoulder belt across the torso.
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