Ford 2005 Thunderbird v.2 Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 14Entertainment Systems 16AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 16Climate Controls 2

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A wa

Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift thechild up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the kneesbend

• Those with a high back.A backless booster would be abetter choice because the highback booster will place the childcloser to the instrument paneland

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDRENChild and infant or child safety seatsUse a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. Carefully fo

Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions includedwith the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not installand use the safety

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

Attaching child safety seats with tether strapsMost new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichgoes over the back of the seat a

3. Route the child safety seat tetherstrap under the head restraint andover the back of the seat.4. Grasp the tether strap andposition it to the seat

6. Clip the tether strap to theanchor on the seat frame.7. Rotate the tether strap clip.8. Tighten the child safety seattether strap according to them

A LATCH system for child seatinstallation has been provided inyour vehicle at the followinglocation:The lower anchors for child seatinstallation are l

Brake system warning light: Toconfirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the ON

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADINGNew vehicles are fitted with tiresthat have a rating on them calledTire Quality Grades. The Qualitygrade

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not includeacceleration, cornering, hydroplaning o

Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increasethe tire’s load carrying capability.• kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pr

tread grooves. Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage fromthe tire and make necessary repairs.Also inspect the tire sidewalls for cuts, b

pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure onthe tire label or certification label.When weather temperature changes occur, tire

Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same sizeand type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versusall-terrain) as those orig

When driving with the T-type/mini-spare tire do not:• Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h)• Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on theSafety

• Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar sparetire/wheelThe usage of a dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead to impairment of th

3. Lift the trunk cargo cover andremove the spare tire, jack and lugwrench.4. Loosen each wheel lug nutone-half turn counterclockwise butdo not remove

5. Put the jack in the jack notchnext to the tire you are changing.Turn the jack handle clockwise untilthe wheel is completely off theground.Never use

Engine oil pressure: Illuminateswhen the oil pressure falls below thenormal range, refer to Engine oil inthe Maintenance andSpecifications chapter.Eng

9. Remove the jack and fully tightenthe lug nuts in the order shown.Refer to Wheel lug nut torquespecifications later in this chapterfor the proper lu

INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALLFederal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardizedinformation on the sidewall of all tires. This

7. H: Indicates the tire’s speed rating. The speed rating denotes thespeed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods oftime under

10. Tire Ply Composition and Material Used: Indicates the number ofplies or the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire tread andsidewall

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires“LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires;

Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8

TIRE CAREImproper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can also cause tires to wearabnormally. Here are some of the important maintenance items:Tire wear

Safety practicesDriving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety.• Observe posted speed limits• Avoid fast starts, stops and t

The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire andwheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear.Tire rotationRotating your tire

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive(4WD)/ All Wheel Drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram)Sometimes irregular tire wear can

Low washer fluid: Illuminateswhen the windshield washer fluid islow.Bulb warning: A text messageindicates when one of the exteriorfront turn lamps or

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINSDriving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss ofvehicle control.Snow tires must be the same size and grade as t

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that thevehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Lab

Example only:Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load

GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle(front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload.GAWR (Gross Axle Wei

GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximumallowable weight of the fully loadedvehicle (including all options,equipment, passengers and cargo).

Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight – is the highest possible weight of afully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow. It assumes a vehicle with onlymandatory o

The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the availableamount of cargo and luggage load capacity:• Another example for your vehicle w

TRAILER TOWINGYour vehicle is not equipped to tow. No towing packages are availablethrough Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealers.RECREATIONAL TOWING (ALL WH

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. LOCK, locks the gearshift leverand allows key removal. (Thesteering wheel will not lock afterkey removal.)2. OFF,

Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the riskof fire or other damage.Do

GAUGESSpeedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtempera

• Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START).Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If alight fails to i

strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach-10°F (-23°C) or below. For best results, plug the heater in at least threehours

ABS warning lampThe ABS lamp in the instrumentcluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned on. Ifthe light does not illuminate duringsta

TRACTION CONTROL姟Your vehicle is equipped with a Traction Control娂 system. This systemhelps you maintain the stability and steerability of your vehicl

STEERINGTo prevent damage to the power steering system:• Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until itstops) for more than a

When the key is in the ignition and in the OFF position, theautomatic transmission shift lever can be moved from the P(Park) position without the brak

Driving with a 5–speed automatic transmissionThis vehicle is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy.Adaptive Shift Strategy offers the

R (Reverse)With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R(Re

• Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission todownshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed.1 (First)This position

Manual shift modeWith the gearshift lever in D5(Overdrive), the gearshift lever canbe moved to the right and into themanual shift mode. The transmissi

Odometer: Registers the total miles(kilometers) of the vehicle.Trip odometer: Registers the miles(kilometers) of individual journeys.To reset, depress

•If shifter (-) is tapped more than once in rapid succession, thetransmission will downshift only into the next lower gear, then when thevehicle reach

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program

Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006.If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will

This switch is located in the driver’sfootwell, behind the kick panel.To reset the switch:1. Turn the ignition OFF.2. Check the fuel system for leaks.

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey — — —3A Violet V

The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description1 5A Starter relay coil2 5A Radio start sign

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description8 5A Right-hand turn/park lamp andside marker9 15A Right-hand headlamp10 5A

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description34 5A Outside mirrors35 5A Brake pedal switchRelay 1 — Not usedFront power

The high-current fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription1 10A* A/C clutch2 — Not used3 10A* Park

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription13 — Not used14 30A** ABS module power15 — Not used16 30A** Blower motor17 — Not used

AUDIOPHILE SATELLITE READY AM/FM STEREO IN-DASH SIX CDRADIO1. Seek: Press and releaseSEEK/ for previous/nextstrong station or track.2. Rewind: In CD m

Rear power distribution boxThe rear power distribution box islocated in the luggage compartmentunder the spare tire well cover. Thepower distribution

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription1 15A* Rear Electronics Module (REM)2 5A* License plate lamp and rear sidemarkers3 10

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription29 30A** Rear defroster30 — Not used31 40A** Convertible top motor32 30A** SSP2Relay

may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal andwill not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, theada

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the assisting battery.3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negat

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to the spare tiretie-down stud. (Your vehicle may be equipped with a plastic cap on topof the t

Removing the jumper cablesRemove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected.1. Remove the jumper cable from the spare tire tie-dow

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeYou must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handli

Occupancy: Press DSP again to change the occupancy mode to optimizesound for ALL SEATS, DRIVER SEAT or TOP DOWN. Press SEL toscroll through settings.4

Ford Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)www.ford.caIf you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away f

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson-MossWarranty Act, or

• available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Companyvehicles.The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordM

• A Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representativeConsumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained byan independent consulting fi

before the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide thecase whether or not an oral presentation is made. An oral presentationmay be

The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedyalternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce asettlement have

GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADABefore exporting your vehicle to a foreign country, contact theappropriate foreign embassy or consulate.

Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. ESTHelm, Incorporated can also be reached by their website:www.helminc.com.(Items in this catalog may be purchased

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is

• Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body(low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roofracks, bumpers, sid

Traffic: Allows you to hear traffic broadcasts. With the feature ON, pressSEEK or SCAN to find a station broadcasting a traffic report (if it isbroadc

• Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all partsthat require cleaning and pressure rinse clean.• Cover the highlighted areas to pr

• Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches.• Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts.• Wiper blades can be cleaned wit

INTERIORFor fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equipped with sideair bags:• Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.• Remov

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer has many quality products availableto clean your vehicle and protect its

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

OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located at the bottomleft of the instrument panel.2. Go to the front of the vehicle

5. Air filter assembly6. Power steering fluid reservoir7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir8. Power distribution boxWINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDAdd fluid t

3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P(Park).4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.5. Locate and car

2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certifiedengine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler cap

Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed foradded engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is usedtha

13. Power/volume: Press to turnON/OFF; turn to increase ordecrease volume levels.Speed sensitive volume: Radiovolume changes automatically andslightly

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

If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the short drop glass, clock and the preset radio stations must be resetonce t

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the“CO

Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam andscalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn youbadly. Also, you can be bur

coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary toremove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle withan overfl

Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriatemanner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recyclingand disposing of aut

What you should know about fail-safe coolingIf the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle tobe driven temporarily before i

4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low.Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot.5. Re-start the engine and ta

Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel:• Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforerefueling your vehicle.• Al

RefuelingFuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severeinjuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others:• Read and follow all the instr

Tires, Wheels and Loading 110Tire Information 111Changing tires 115Lug Nut Torque 120Vehicle loading 130Trailer towing 137Recreational towing 137Drivi

For information regarding SIRIUS Satellite Radio, please call toll-free888-539-SIRIUS (888-539-7474) or visit the SIRIUS website atwww.siriusradio.com

If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel fillercap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty maybe void for any

Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, ifit knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuelwith t

Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. Thecustomer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel systemif an authorized Motorcr

• Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time.Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent.Calculating fu

• Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy.• Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy.• You may want to

• Four-wheel-drive operation (if equipped) is less fuel efficient thantwo-wheel-drive operation.• Close windows for high speed driving.EPA window stic

Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentiallylethal fumes into the passenger compartment.Do not make any unauthorized changes to your v

soon light is on, refer to the description in the Warning lights andchimes section of the Instrument Cluster chapter. Your vehicle may notpass the I/M

BRAKE FLUIDThe fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels between the “MIN” and“

Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do notremove it while the engine is running.Air filter1. Loosen the hose clamp on theo

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75in) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility,certain recordable and re

5. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filterelement edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could causefilter

For PCV valve replacement, see your dealer or a qualified servicetechnician. Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for theappropriate interva

Fluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityPower steeringfluidMotorcraftMERCON威 ATFAll Fill to MAX lineon reservoirRear axle3Motorcraft SAE75W-140Syntheti

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSItem Ford partnameFord partnumberFordspecificationBrake fluid Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid1PM-1 ESA

Item Ford partnameFord partnumberFordspecificationPower steeringfluidMotorcraftMERCON威 ATFXT-2-QDX MERCON威Rear AxleLubricantMotorcraft SAE75W-140Synth

ENGINE DATAEngine 3.9L-4V V8 engineDisplacement 241 cid (3 949 cc)Required fuel 91 octaneFiring order 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8Ignition system Coil on plugSpark

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLECertification labelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Certification label be affixedt

Vehicle identification number (VIN)The vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Plea

Transmission/Transaxle code designationsYou can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle certificationlabel. The following table tells you wh

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford

DUAL ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL(DEATC) SYSTEM1. A/C control: Press to turn onand manually control the airconditioning. Press again todis

LifestyleCargo organization and managementPeace of mindFirst aid and safety kitsFull vehicle coversLocking gas capRemote startVehicle security systems

AAccessory delay ...40Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ...88, 96and child safety seats ...

waxing ...178wheels ...179wiper blades ...180Climate con

Exhaust fumes ...141FFail safe coolant ...196Floor mats ...62Fluid capacit

Keyspositions of the ignition ...138LLampsautolamp system ...27bulb replacementspecifications chart ...31dayt

extension assembly ...87for adults ...79–82for children ...98–99safety belt maintenance

Windowspower ...40Windshield washer fluid andwipers ...38checking and add

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5. DUAL zone selector: Press totoggle the system between singlezone and dual zone control.6.(Defrost): Distributes outside air through the windshieldd

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16. EXT control: Press to displaythe outside air temperature. Pressagain to return to interiortemperature. Exterior readings are most accurate when th

• Do not place items over theclimate temperature sensor grid.This may cause improperoperation of the system.To aid in side window defogging/demisting

CABIN AIR FILTERYour vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter. The particulate airfiltration system is designed to reduce the concentration of airb

MASTER LIGHTING SWITCHTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parkinglamps, instrument panel lamps,license plate lamps and tail lamps.Turns on the headlamps,

Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or duringinclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) Systemdoes not activate your tail lamps

The dome light will only go on when the dome light switch is in thedelay or ON position.HEADLAMP VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT1. Park the vehicle directly i

Accessories 219Index 221All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanicalincluding photocopying, recording or by any informatio

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL• Push down to activate the leftturn signal.• Push up to activate the right turnsignal.INTERIOR LAMPSReading and dome lampsThe read

Using the right bulbsReplacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbsmust be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America an

Replacing headlamp bulbsTo remove the headlamp bulb:1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF position, then open the hood.2. Pry up the two retainer pins

6. Without turning, remove the oldbulb from the lamp assembly bypulling it straight out of the lampassembly.To install the new bulb:Handle a halogen h

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF position, then open the hood.2. Pry up the two retainer pins torel

Replacing front/rear side marker bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the OFF position and thenremove the screw and carefully pullthe lamp assem

Replacing tail/brake/turn/backup lamp bulbsThe tail/brake//turn/backup bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly,one just below the other. Follow th

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the OFF position and thenremove two screws and the licenseplate lamp assembly

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the

POWER TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING COLUMNThe steering column can beadjusted manually by moving thefour-way rocker adjustment controllocated below the turn

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known toth

Cigarette/Cigar lighter (if equipped)Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lightersocket.Do not hold the lighter in with your

Short drop glassIn order to improve door efforts and sealing, your vehicle is equippedwith short drop glass. This feature lowers the glass when either

LOCKABLE AND ELECTRONIC TRUNK REMOTE CONTROLThe remote trunk release control islocated on the driver’s door trimpanel and can be operated at anytime,

Setting speed controlThe controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience.1. Press the ON control and releas

Resuming a set speedPress the RES control and releaseit. This will automatically return thevehicle to the previously set speed.The RES control will no

• Depress the brake pedal orCANCEL until the desired vehiclespeed is reached, press the SET+ control.Turning off speed controlThere are two ways to tu

In AM, FM1, FM2 or SAT (ifequipped) mode:• Press ⌬ or ⵜ to select presetstations within the selected radioband.In CD (if equipped) mode:• Press ⌬ or ⵜ

When programming your HomeLink威 Wireless Control System toa garage door or gate, be sure that people and objects are out ofthe way to prevent potentia

3. Simultaneously press and holdboth the HomeLink威 and hand-heldtransmitter button. Do not releasethe buttons until Step 4 hasbeen completed.Some entr

Gate Operator & Canadian ProgrammingDuring programming, yourhand-held transmitter mayautomatically stop transmitting —not allowing enough time for

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answ

Erasing HomeLink姞 buttonsTo erase the three programmedbuttons (individual buttons cannotbe erased):• Press and hold the two outerHomeLink威 buttons unt

The convertible top will operate with the key in the RUN position,RUN/ACC position or in the accessory delay mode. It is recommendedthat the vehicle’s

2. Tuck the boot under the upperback panel at the rear and thequarter panel along the sides.3. To remove unfasten the snaps.4. Pull forward and lift o

4. Push the convertible topswitch, holding it until the topunfolds and moves forward towardthe windshield header.5. Press the button on theconvertible

9. Push the convertible top handleback up so that it locks intoposition.Prolonged storageIt may be difficult to pull down and latch the convertible to

Installing the removable topThe front screw fittings must be checked to see that they arefirmly seated after driving a distance of approximately 50 to

Once per year, apply a small amountof silicone lubricant,F5AZ–19553–AA, to the receivers asshown. The lubricant should besprayed directly into the hol

6. Partially turn, 1/2 turn forward,the levers of the top (located in therear on the left and right-hand sideof the vehicle).7. Using the mounting key

Removing the topIt is recommended that you prepare the storage rack before removingthe top. See Removable top storage rack in this section.1. Take the

1. Remove the storage rack from the package and place the bumper endof the uprights on the floor with the wheels facing you.2. Locate the two chrome l

SPECIAL NOTICESEmission warrantyThe New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-BumperCoverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and

8. Place the removable top on thestorage rack.9. Make sure the rear edge of theremovable top rests on the rubberbumpers of the rack legs. Thisprevents

CELL PHONE USEThe use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,dri

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MATPosition the driver floor mat so thatthe eyelet is over the pointed end ofthe retention post and rotateforward to lock in.

KEYSThe key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer.You should always carry a second key w

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

Keep vehicle doors andluggage compartmentlocked and keep keys and remotetransmitters out of a child’s reach.Unsupervised children could lockthemselves

The remote entry system allows you to:• unlock the vehicle doors withouta key.• lock all the vehicle doors withouta key.• open the trunk without a key

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

To replace the battery:1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the remote entrytransmitter near the key ring. DONOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVERAND CIR

To reprogram the remote entrytransmitters:1. Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked.2. Put the key in the ignition.3. Turn the key from the 1 (

Special instructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols.Please read the section Supplemental restraint

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 in

5. Turn the ignition back to the 4 (RUN) position. The horn will chirp.6. Press the unlock control, then press the lock control. The horn willchirp on

• The theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out.• If the theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time orflashes rap

Programming spare keysA maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle. OnlySecurilock娂 keys can be used. To program a coded key yourself, youwill

PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEMThe perimeter anti-theft system will warn you in the event of anunauthorized entry to your vehicle.If there is any potential per

SEATINGNotes:Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in theevent of a

Using the manual lumbar supportThe lumbar control is located on thefront of the driver’s seat cushion.Turn to adjust lumbar support.Using the manual r

To maximize restraint system effectiveness, the driver andpassenger seat must be in the upright position and the lap beltmust be snug and low across t

Adjusting the passenger’s power seatThe control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion.Press the control to move the seatforward or backw

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child frominjury in a collision.All

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Air Bag-FrontAir Bag-

1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until you hear a snap and feelit latch.

Automatic locking modeHow to use the automatic locking mode• Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt.• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward

When to use the automatic locking mode• Anytime a child safety seat is installed in the vehicle. Refer to SafetyRestraints for Children or Safety Seat

Safety belt warning light and indicator chimeThe safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and achime sounds to remind the occup

If... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the vehicle hasreached at least 3 mph (5km/h) and 1-2 minutes haveelapsed since the ignitio

Reasons given... Consider...“I was in a hurry” Prime time for an accident.BeltMinder娂 reminds us to take a fewseconds to buckle up.“Safety belts don’t

One time disableAny time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during anignition ON cycle, the BeltMinder娂 will be disabled for that ignitionc

7. Confirmation of disabling BeltMinder娂 is provided by the safety beltwarning light flashing four times per second for three seconds.8. Confirmation

Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety beltassembly under the above conditions could result in severepersonal injuries in the event of

Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries.Steps you can take to properl

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleaseSymbolPanic Alarm Eng

How does the safety belt pretensioner and air bag supplementalrestraint system work?The safety belt pretensioner and airbag SRS are designed to activa

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

Passenger front and side air bag ON/OFF switchAn air bag ON/OFF switchhas been installed in thisvehicle. Before driving, alwayslook at the face of the

1. Insert the ignition key and turnthe switch to ON.2. The OFF light will brieflyilluminate and then shut off whenthe ignition is turned to ON. Thisin

occupant is not properly buckled up. The most effective way to reducethe risk of unnecessary air bag injuries, without reducing the overallsafety of t

This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for thedriver and right front passenger. These particular belts arespecifically designed to wo

This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for thedriver and right front passenger. These particular belts arespecifically designed to wo

How does the side air bag system work?The side air bag system consists ofthe following:• An inflatable nylon bag (air bag)with a gas generator conceal

If the side air bag hasdeployed, the air bag willnot function again. The sideair bag system (including theseat) must be inspected andserviced by a qua

Important child restraint precautionsYou are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U.S.and Canada. If small children (generally