Ford 1998 Crown Victoria Manuel d'utilisateur

Before drivingIntroduction 2Instrumentation 3Controls and features 23Seating and safety restraints 58Starting and drivingStarting 78Driving 83Roadside

Engine oil pressure (if equipped)Illuminates when the oil pressurefalls below the normal range. Stopthe vehicle as soon as safelypossible and switch o

The high-current fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingDescription1 20A* Electric Fuel Pump Relay2 30A* Generator, Starter Relay,

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingDescription10 50A** See Fuses 1, 2, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13 and CircuitBreaker 1411 40A** See Fuses 4, 8, 16 and Circuit Brea

If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not followthese precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to lose controlof the vehicle, po

Reinstalling the anti-theft lug nut1. Insert the key over the locking lug nut.2. Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and apply pressure onth

On vehicles equipped withAir Suspension, turn OFFthe Air Suspension switch prior tojacking, hoisting or towing yourvehicle.Refer to Air suspension sys

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLEThe gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury

Connecting the jumper cables1. Position the vehicles so that theydo not touch one another.2. Switch off the engine. Switch offany unnecessary electric

Removing the jumper cables1. Remove the jumper cables inreverse order. Take the cable off themetallic engine surface (1) first,followed by the cable o

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center.It

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle:• We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation.• We provide a

O/D offIlluminates when the transmissioncontrol switch has been pushed.When the light is on, thetransmission does not shift intooverdrive. If the ligh

Working with the engine on1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched inP (Park).2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT4.6L SOHC V8 engine1. Brake fluid reservoir2. Engine oil dipstick3. Engine oil filler cap4. Windshield

ENGINE OILChecking the engine oilRefer to the 9Service Guide9 for the appropriate intervals for checkingthe engine oil.1. Make sure the vehicle is on

• If the oil level is below the MINmark, add enough oil to raise thelevel within the MIN-MAX range.• Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine da

Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, oil treatments or enginetreatments. They are unnecessary and could, under certain conditions,lead to eng

2. Visually inspect the fluid level.3. If necessary, add brake fluid untilthe level reaches MAX. Do not fillabove this line.4. Use only a DOT 3 brake

ENGINE COOLANTCheck the level of the enginecoolant in the reservoir. Refer to the“Service Guide” for service intervalschedules. Be sure to read andund

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot.If you must remove the coolant reservoir cap, follow these steps to avoidpers

For vehicles with green coolant, not all coolant recycling processesproduce coolant which meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44–A, and useof such coolan

How fail-safe cooling works• Standard cluster• Optional clusterIf the engine overheats, the engine will automatically switch toalternating cylinder op

Headlamps on warning chimeSounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off(and the key is not in the ignition) and either front

• the symbol will begin to flash.• if your vehicle is equipped with digital gauges, the gauge bars willflash and a tone will sound continuously for th

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUIDCheck the power steering fluid.Refer to the “Service Guide” for theservice interval schedules. If addingfluid

TRANSMISSION FLUIDChecking and adding automatic transmission fluidFollow the scheduled service intervals outlined in the “Service Guide.”Before adding

If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds,in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle shouldbe

BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice.How

When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on theend walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps,resulting in personal injury a

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local standards fordisposal. Call your local recyclingcenter to find out m

INFORMATION ABOUT TIRE QUALITY GRADESNew vehicles are fitted with tiresthat have their Tire Quality Grade(described below) molded into thetire’s sidew

Temperature A B CThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to

• Four tire rotation (for vehicleswith aluminum wheels)• Five tire rotation (for vehicleswith steel wheels and full sizespare tires)Maintenance and ca

amount of reserve fuel in the tank. When refueling the vehicle fromempty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added will be less thanthe adverti

Replacing the tiresReplace the tires when the wearband is visible through the tiretreads.Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect theh

• Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not usetire chains on dry roads.• The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent

• Avoid inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kindcan lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation. In severe cases,excessive or p

Octane recommendationsYour vehicle is designed to use“Regular” unleaded gasoline with an(R+M)/2 octane rating of 87. We donot recommend gasolines labe

Running out of fuelAvoid running out fuel because this situation may have an adverse affecton powertrain components.If you have run out of fuel:• You

The scheduled maintenance items listed in the “Service Guide” areessential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissionssystem.If o

If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,the OBD-II system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test” condition. Toready t

2. Remove the protective cover by turning the three knobs to the unlockposition.3. Disengage the safety snap on the connector by pulling upward slight

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the hood.2. Remove the protective cover by tu

• The headlamps do not seem to provide enough light for clear nightvision.• The headlamp beams are pointed substantially away from a slightlydown and

• Optional instrument clusterOdometerRegisters the total kilometers(miles) of the vehicle.• Standard instrument cluster• Optional instrument clusterRe

CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLERefer to the “Customer Assistance Guide” for a list of Ford-approvedcleaners, polishes and waxes.Washing your vehi

Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect remains, tarspots, road salt and industrial fallout immediately.Cleaning the wheelsWash with

• Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine.• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunnin

Cleaning the instrument panelClean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.Avoid cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the upper portion

of the area at a time. For heavily soiled areas, spray the cleanerdirectly onto the leather (two squirts should be adequate) and rubwith the pad. Repe

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 4.6L SOHC V8 engineAir filter FA-1032Fuel filter FG-800ABattery (standard) BXT-59Battery (optional) BXT-65-650Oil fil

REFILL CAPACITIESFluid Ford Part Name CapacityEngine oil (includesfilter change)Motorcraft 5W30 SuperPremium Motor Oil4.7L (5.0 quarts)Brake fluid Hig

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSItem Ford part name Ford partnumberFordspecificationBrake fluid High PerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle Brake FluidC6AZ-19542-AB ES

Item Ford part name Ford partnumberFordspecificationRear axle1MotorcraftPremium Rear AxleLubricantXY-80W90-QL WSL-M2C197-AWindshieldwasher fluidUltra-

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Trip odometerRegisters the kilometers (miles) ofindividual journeys. To reset,depress the control.Refer to electronic message center for Trip A and Tr

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLESafety compliance labelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Safety ComplianceCertificat

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect that could cause a crash, orcould cause injury or death, youshould im

Aiming headlamps ...138Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ...68and child safety seats ...

Hazard flashers ...95Headlamps ...23autolamp system ...24daytime running l

cleaning upholstery ...143head restraints ...58lumbar support ...61Servicing your vehicle ..

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• Optional instrument clusterThis gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not thecoolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper lev

Recommended fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octaneFuel tank capacity 71.9L (19.0 gallons)Engine oil capacity(includes filter change)4.7L (5.0 quarts). Us

chapter). If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at yourdealership or by a qualified technician.ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTERThe electroni

E/MPress this control to switch theelectronic instrument cluster displayand the message center display frommetric to English units.SelectEach press of

Remember to turn the ignition OFF when refueling your vehicle.Otherwise, the display will not show the addition of fuel for a few miles.At least 9.5 l

ICONSIndicates a warning. Read thefollowing section on Warnings for afull explanation.Indicates vehicle information relatedto recycling and otherenvir

Press the RESET control while AVGECON is displayed to reset thefunction.The average displayed is the averagesince the last reset.INST ECON (instantane

AVG SPEED (average speed)Select this function to display youraverage speed in miles per hour orkilometers per hour.Your vehicle must be moving tocalcu

Low washer fluidMomentarily illuminates when theignition is turned to ON and willstay on when the windshield washerfluid is low.Trunk ajarIf the trunk

PANEL DIMMER CONTROLUse to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel during headlightand parklamp operation.• Push up to brighten.• Push down to di

Autolamp control (if equipped)The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the hea

The defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when theignition is turned to the OFF position. To manually turn off the defrosterbefore ten

Under normal conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should beleft in any position other than MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle isparked. This

• To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’t drive with theclimate control system in the OFF position.• Don’t put objects under the front s

Turning the EATC onPress AUTOMATIC, any of theoverride controls or the fan speedcontrol. The EATC will only operatewhen the ignition is in the ONposit

Temperature selectionThe display window indicates theselected temperature, function(AUTO or one of the overridecontrols) and manual control of fanspee

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Fan speed ( )When AUTOMATIC is pressed, fanspeed is adjusted automatically forexisting conditions. You can overridefan speed at any time. To controlfa

economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster. Airflow isfrom the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used toprevent undesir

Displaying outside temperaturePress OUTSIDE TEMP to displaythe outside air temperature. It willbe displayed until OUTSIDE TEMPis pressed again.If the

• Remove any snow, ice or leavesfrom the air intake area (at thebottom of the windshield).• If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed du

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL• Push down to activate the leftturn signal.• Push up to activate the right turnsignal.The flash rate of the turn signal will speed

POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning.2. LOCK, locks the

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)To turn speed control on• Press ON.Vehicle speed cannot be controlleduntil the vehicle is traveling at orabove 48 km/h (30

To set a speed• Press SET ACC/SET ACCEL. Forspeed control to operate, thespeed control must be ON andthe vehicle speed must be greaterthan 48 km/h (30

You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speedcontrol usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle tothe pr

Pressing OFF will erase thepreviously programmed set speed.To return to a previously set speed• Press RES/RSM/RESUME. ForRES/RSM/RESUME to operate,the

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When programming your HomeLinkt Universal Transmitter, youwill be operating the garage door or gate. Be sure that peopleand objects are out to the way

Note to Canadian residentsDuring programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stoptransmitting after two seconds which may not be long en

2. Press the training control on the garage door opener receiver until thetraining light (next to the control) begins to flash (1-2 seconds).3. Press

Press the control to turn the mirroron or off.The mirror will automatically returnto the normal state whenever thevehicle is placed in R(Reverse)(when

Compass zone adjustment1. Determine which compass zoneyou are in by referring to the zonemap.2. With the compass display turnedon, press and hold the

Compass calibration adjustmentPerform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures andhigh voltage lines.1. Start the vehicle.2. Press a

• Press the bottom portion of therocker switch to open.Express down• Press AUTO and release quickly.The window will open fully.Depress again to stop w

POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED)Press U to unlock all doors and L tolock all doors.POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORSThe ignition must be in ACC or ON position to

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKSWhen these locks are set, the reardoors cannot be opened from theinside. The rear doors can beopened from the outside when thedoo

Unlocking the doorsPress this control to unlock thedriver’s door. The interior lamps willilluminate.Press the control a second timewithin five seconds

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AutolockThis feature automatically locks all doors when:• all vehicle doors are closed• the ignition is in the ON position• you shift into or through

Opening the trunkPress the control once to open thetrunk.Ensure that the trunk is closed andlatched before driving your vehicle.Failure to latch the t

The inside lights will not turn off if:• they have been turned on with the dimmer control or• any door is open.The battery saver will shut off the int

Replacing lost transmittersTake all your vehicle’s transmittersto your dealer for reprogramming if:• a transmitter is lost or• you want to purchase ad

Theft indicatorThe theft indicator on top of the instrument panel will operate asfollows:• When the ignition is OFF, the theft indicator will flash br

3. Within five seconds of turning the ignition to OFF, insert the secondpreviously programmed SecuriLocky key into the ignition and turn theignition f

The factory-set code is located:• on the owner’s wallet card in the glove compartment• taped to the computer moduleWhen pressing the controls on the k

Unlocking the doors and releasing the trunk with the keyless entrysystemTo unlock the driver door, enter either the factory-set code or personalcode (

SEATINGHead restraintsPush or pull the head rests to thedesired position.Front seatsNever adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismovi

Pull lever up to adjust seatback.Using the manual recline function (if equipped)Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving.D

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESStandard instrument clusterOptional instrument clusterLow fuelIlluminates when the fuel tank hasapproximately eight liters (t

Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuringpeople in a collision or sudden stop.Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and

Press to move the rear portion ofthe seat cushion up or down.Adjusting the power seats – seat mounted controlsNever adjust the driver’s seat or seatba

To prevent the risk of injury, make sure children sit where theycan be properly restrained.Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while

2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle.The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle arecombinatio

How to use the automatic locking mode• Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt.• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt

Front safety belt height adjustmentYour vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments for the driver and frontpassenger. Adjust the height of theshoulder

Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle. To lengthen the belt, turnthe tongue at a right angle to thebelt and pull across your lap until itreaches th

Conditions of operationIf... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignition switchis turned to the ON position...The safety belt wa

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautionsThe supplemental restraint systemis designed to wo

Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the airbag:• Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching thepedals co

Check engineYour vehicle is equipped with acomputer that monitors the engine’semission control system. Thissystem is commonly known as theOn Board Dia

How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work?The air bag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainssufficient longitudinal decele

Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do nottouch them after inflation.If the air bag is inflated, the air bag will not function

Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehiclesFor disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your localdealership or qualified technic

Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended inyour vehicle.To improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts on children who haveoutgrown

• Place seat back in upright position.• Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to Automaticlocking mode.Ford recommends the use of a

2. Pull down on the shoulder beltand then grasp the shoulder beltand lap belt together.3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, ro

5. To put the retractor in theautomatic locking mode, grasp theshoulder portion of the belt and pulldownward until all of the belt isextracted and a c

Installing a child safety seat in the center rear seating positionwith adjustable lap belt1. Lengthen the lap belt. To lengthen the belt, hold the ton

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLEEngine starting is controlled by the ignition system. This system meetsall Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment stan

2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off.3. Make sure the parking brake isset.4. Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).5. Turn the k

Light is blinking:Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter.You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy accelera

Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly. If a light fails toilluminate, have the vehicle serviced.• If the driver’s safety belt is faste

STARTING THE ENGINE1. Turn the key to 5 (START)without pressing the acceleratorpedal and release as soon as theengine starts. The key will returnto 4

Guarding against exhaust fumesAlthough odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide is present in exhaustfumes. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous eff

BRAKESYour brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the “Service Guide” for scheduledmaintenance.Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indica

ABS warning lampTheABSwarning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates for aboutfive seconds when starting the vehicle. If an ABS fault is detected,

The parking brake is not designed to stop a moving vehicle. However, ifthe normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stop yourvehicle in an

The Traction Controly system will allow your vehicle to make better useof available traction on slippery surfaces. The system is a driver aidwhich mak

Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme leftfor more than a few seconds when the engine is running. This actioncould damage

TRANSMISSION OPERATIONBrake-shift interlockThis vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that preventsthe gearshift from being moved f

Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift leverfrom position to position. If you do not hold the brake pedaldown, your vehicle may move u

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped)Momentarily illuminates when theignition is turned on and the engineis off. If the light does not illuminate

Overdrive can be deactivated bypressing the transmission controlswitch on the gearshift lever.The transmission control indicatorlight (TCIL) will illu

Overdrive. Selecting 1 (Low) at higher speeds causes the transmission toshift to a lower gear, and will shift to 1 (Low) after vehicle decelerates tot

The amount of weight your loaded trailer should be no more than 907 kg(2 000 lbs.).Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the SafetyComplianc

Trailer lampsTrailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure yourtrailer lamps conform to local and Federal regulations. See your dealer

Launching or retrieving a boatWhen backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval,• Do not allow the static water level to rise above the bott

HAZARD LIGHTS CONTROLUse only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown,approaching danger, etc. The hazard flashers can be operated when t

The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated on the left side of the trunkbehind the trunk liner.FUSES AND RELAYSFusesIf electrical components in thevehicl

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorFuse rating Color5 amp Tan7.5 amp Brown10 amp Red15 amp Light blue20 amp Yellow20 amp fuse link Light blue25 am

The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingDescription1 15A Brake Pedal Position (BPP) Switch,Multi-Function Switch, Speed Control

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingDescription8 15A Lighting Control Module, Power Mirrors,PATS Module, Keyless Entry, ClockMemory, Electronic Automatic