Ford 2010 Crown Victoria v.2 Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 12Warning lights and chimes 12Gauges 17Message center 19Entertainment Systems 27AM/FM stereo 27AM/FM stereo with CD 2

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

Front safety belt pretensionersThe safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions aredesigned to tighten the safety belts firmly ag

Safety restraints precautionsWARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback uprightand the lap belt snug and low across the hips.WARNING: To reduce

WARNING: Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehiclethat has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn asmall child. Check seat covers a

Lap beltsAdjusting the front center seat lap belt (if equipped)WARNING: The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possiblearound the hips, not acro

Webbing extraction sensitive modeThe webbing sensitive locking mode locks the webbing and preventsmore belt from being pulled out if the belt is pulle

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out.• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a cl

Front safety belt height adjustmentYour vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments for the driver and frontoutboard passenger. Adjust theheight of the

Belt-Minder姞The Belt-Minder威 feature is a supplemental warning to the safety beltwarning function. This feature provides additional reminders byinterm

If... Then...The driver’s or frontpassenger’s safety belt becomesunbuckled for approximatelyone minute while the vehicle istraveling at least 3 mph(5

Reasons given... Consider...“Traffic is light” Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur insingle-vehicle crashes, many whenno other vehicles are around.“Belts wrink

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleasePanic Alarm Engine Oi

Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder姞 featureThe driver and front passenger Belt-Minder威 aredeactivated/activated independently. When deactivating/

4. Within approximately seven seconds of the light turning off, bucklethen unbuckle the safety belt.• This will disable the Belt-Minder威 feature for t

WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver,should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint

WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify theairbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See yourauthorized dealer.WARNING: The fr

WARNING: Front seating positions only: If seating two adultsand a child, Ford recommends properly restraining the child inthe center front seating pos

The airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt

sensors), the system wiring, the airbag system readiness light, the airbagback up power and the airbag ignitors.WARNING: Several air bag system compon

When the passenger airbag off light is illuminated, the passenger sideairbag may be disabled to avoid the risk of airbag deployment injuries.The front

• Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position forabout two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that personand enable the

ObjectsPass Airbag OffIndicator LampPassenger AirbagSmall (i.e. three-ringbinder, small purse,bottled water)Unlit DisabledMedium (i.e. heavybriefcase,

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESStandard instrument clusterOptional instrument clusterWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may

In case there is a problem with thefront passenger sensing system, theairbag readiness lamp in theinstrument cluster will stay lit.If the airbag readi

Determining if the system is operationalThe SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone toindicate the condition of the system. Ref

WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle should always weartheir safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided.How does the side airbag system work?Th

to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal ornear-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateraldec

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDRENSee the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for children. Also see Airbag suppleme

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for ChildrenChild size, height, weight, or ageRecommendedrestraint typeInfantsortoddlersChildren weighing 40 lb

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for childrenRestraintTypeChildWeightUse any attachment method as indicatedbelow by “X”LATCH(lowe

WARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions andwarnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint todetermine if the restraint device

training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained inthe correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSACertifi

Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place arear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use aforward-facing

Service Engine Soon: The ServiceEngine Soon indicator lightilluminates when the ignition is firstturned to the on position to checkthe bulb and to ind

Perform the following steps when installing the child seat withcombination lap/shoulder belts:Note: Although the child seat illustrated is a forward f

4. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) for that seating position untilyou hear

9. Attach the tether strap (if the child seat is equipped). Refer toAttaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter.10. Before p

1. Lengthen the lap belt. Tolengthen the belt, hold the tongueso that its bottom is perpendicularto the direction of webbing whilesliding the tongue u

LATCH compatible child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mountedattachments that connect to the two lower anchors at the LATCHequipped seating po

WARNING: Depending on where you secure a child restraint,and depending on the child restraint design, you may blockaccess to certain safety belt buckl

Combining safety belt and LATCH lower anchors for attachingchild safety seatsWhen used in combination, either the safety belt or the LATCH loweranchor

2. Locate the correct anchor for theselected seating position.3. Open the tether anchor cover.4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown.If the te

Although the lap/shoulder belt will provide some protection, childrenwho have outgrown a typical child seat are still too small for lap/shoulderbelts

Types of booster seatsThere are generally two types of belt-positioning booster seats: backlessand high back. Always use booster seats in conjunction

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

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, a

Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat.WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulderbelt under a chi

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADINGTire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereappli

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

• Extra load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry aheavier maximum load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric tires].Increasing the

WARNING: Under-inflation is the most common cause of tirefailures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separationor ⬙blowout⬙, with unexpecte

Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), checkand record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressurewhen yo

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the s

WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, youshould not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on thesidewall of the tire to set the beads w

Charging system: Illuminates whenthe battery is not charging properly.If it stays on while the engine isrunning, there may be a malfunctionwith the ch

• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parkingWARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., donot rapidly spin the

Tire rotationRotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in thescheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle) willh

INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALLBoth U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the

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 PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe inflation pre

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing tw

Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your fourroad tires and sends the ti

Low tire pressure warning:Illuminates when your tire pressureis low. If the light remains on atstart up or while driving, the tirepressure should be c

Low Tire PressureWarning LightPossible cause Customer Action RequiredSolid Warning Light Tire(s)under-inflated1. Check your tire pressure toensure tir

Low Tire PressureWarning LightPossible cause Customer Action RequiredFlashing WarningLightSpare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is inuse. (This

check each tire to verify that no tire is flat. (If one or more tires are flat,repair as necessary.) Check air pressure in the road tires. If any tire

VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILERThis section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/ortrailer, to keep your loaded vehic

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

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowableweight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). Thesenumbers are shown on the S

• Example only:WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Labelvehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehiclehandling or

GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle(GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer.GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)

Steps for determining the correct load limit:1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargoshould never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.

calculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 99 kg) - (12 x 45 kg) = 635 - 198 -540 = -103 kg. You will need to reduce the load weight by at least240 lb. (104

Turn signal: Illuminates when theleft or right turn signal or thehazard lights are turned on. If theindicators stay on or flash faster, check for a bu

Safety chainsAlways connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainersof the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cr

• To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assistin transmission cooling. For additional information, refer to Automatictrans

Launching or retrieving a boatDisconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailerinto the water. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. Off— shuts off the engine and allaccessories/locks the gearshift leverand allows key removal.2. Accessory— allows

WARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or inother enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always openthe garage door before you sta

5. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start).Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights andchimes in the Instrum

You may experience a decrease in peak performance when the engine iscold when operating on E85ethanol.Do not crank the engine for more than 10 seconds

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in startingand allows the heater/defroster system to respo

• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater withungrounded electrical systems or two pronged (cheater) adapters.Also ensure that

BRAKESYour service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduledmaintenance information for scheduled maintenance.Occasional brake noise is normal

Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “

The ABS operates by detecting theonset of wheel lockup during brakeapplications and compensates forthis tendency. The wheels areprevented from locking

Parking brakeApply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked.To set the parking brake:1. Move the gearshift to P (Park).2. Press pedal downward.

TRACTION CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)The traction control system helps you maintain the stability andsteerability of your vehicle, especially on slippery roa

STEERINGTo help prevent damage to the power steering system, never hold thesteering wheel at its furthest turning points (until it stops) for more tha

If you exceed the load limit, the rear air suspension may not operate.The air suspension shut-off switch islocated on the left side of the trunk.If th

2. Locate the access plug on theunderside of the steering columncover.3. Remove the access plug using aflat head screwdriver. Insert thescrewdriver in

To put your vehicle in P (Park):• Come to a complete stop• Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park)WARNING: Always set the parking b

• To return to O/D (overdrive mode), press the transmission controlswitch. The O/D OFF lamp will not be illuminated.• O/D (Overdrive) is automatically

DRIVING THROUGH WATERIf driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth isnot known. Never drive th

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEGetting roadside assistanceTo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Companyoffers a complimentary roadside

• With message centerSee TRIP A/B under Message centerin this chapter.Tachometer: Indicates the enginespeed in revolutions per minute.Driving with you

• emergency travel expense reimbursement• travel planning benefitsIn Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you maypurchase extended

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCHFUELRESETThe fuel pump shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the electricfuel pump when your vehicle has been involved

FUSES AND RELAYSFusesIf electrical components in thevehicle are not working, a fuse mayhave blown. Blown fuses areidentified by a broken wire withinth

Passenger compartment fuse panelThe fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel bythe brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to acc

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits4 10A Lighting control module (LCM)(switch illumination), Autolampsensor5 7.5A Ignition (ON/ACC) - L

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits17 10A Ignition (ON) - A/C mode switch(vehicles equipped with manualA/C), Blend door, Heated seatmod

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits30 2A Battery saver (Police vehiclesonly)31 5A Key in (LCM)32 2A Hazard out (Police vehicles only)33

The high-current fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits1 30A* Ignition switch2 20A* Spot lights (Police vehicle

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits12 20A* Audio (Subwoofer)25A* Police tray lamps (Police vehiclesonly)13 20A* Instrument panel power

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits104 50A** Instrument panel (I/P) fuse boxfeed #2, I/P fuses 2, 4, 6, 8, 19,21, 23 and 25105 30A** St

Seating and Safety Restraints 91Seating 91Safety restraints 97Airbags 111Child restraints 124Tires, Wheels and Loading 142Tire information 142Tire inf

Your display can show up to three reconfigurable telltales at one time.What ever is displayed in the top left corner has the highest priority.Premium

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits202 — Not used2031⁄2ISO relay Ignition coil2041⁄2ISO relay PCM2051⁄2ISO relay Foglamps (Grand Marqui

Your vehicle may be equipped with a conventional spare tire that isdifferent in one or more of the following: type, brand, size, speed ratingand tread

2. Full-size dissimilar spare with label on wheel: This spare tire hasa label on the wheel that states: “THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FORTEMPORARY USE ONLY”Whe

• Wet weather driving capability• All-Wheel driving capability (if applicable)• Load leveling adjustment (if applicable)When driving with the full-siz

Removing the spare tire and jack1. Remove the spare tire and thejack. The jack could be located:• A — behind the mini spare tire or• B — behind the fu

Tire change procedureWARNING: When one of the front wheels is off the ground, thetransmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving orslippin

Before placing the jack under the vehicle, NOTE the jack locationmarkings:JACK LOCATIONThe jack location markings can befound on the lower outer edge

6. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.7. Remove the jack and fully tightenthe lug nuts in the order shown.Refer to Wheel lu

Note: Inspect the wheel pilot holeprior to installation. If there isvisible corrosion in wheel pilot hole,remove loose particles by wipingwith clean r

4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion beforeyou attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level.5. Tu

The DTE function will display FUEL LEVEL LOW and sound a tone forone second when you have approximately 50 miles (80 km) to empty. Ifyou RESET this wa

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery.4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an ex

Jump starting1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed.2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.3.

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

Emergency towingIn case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without accessto wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport veh

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDWarranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized

In Canada:Mailing address (Ford vehicles)Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4Teleph

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBBAUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss WarrantyAct, or to the ext

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM(U.S. ONLY)Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer.If a warranty con

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY)For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to fee

2. Press and release RESET to pause the timer.3. Press and hold RESET until the timer resets.System Check and Vehicle Feature CustomizationPress the S

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living inCentral America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearestauthorized

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

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

WAXING• Wash the vehicle first.• Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft威 PremiumLiquid Wax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your au

ENGINEEngines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:• Take care when

PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTSUse only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dealer.• For r

INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENSClean the instrument panel, interior trim areas and cluster lens with aclean, damp, white cotton cloth,

• If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area firstwith Motorcraft威 Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14). In Canada, useMotorcraft威 Mul

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenanceinformation which makes tracking routine service easy.If your

UNITSDisplays the current units English or Metric.Press SELECT to change the display units.• ENGLISH• METRICLANGUAGEDisplays the current language sele

Working with the engine on1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).2. Block the wheels.WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/orperso

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT1. Brake fluid reservoir2. Engine oil dipstick3. Windshield washer fluid reservoir4. Air filter assemb

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely.Only use a washer

To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended toscrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. Thelayer of ice

• If the oil level is below thismark, engine oil must be addedto raise the level within thenormal operating range.• If required, add engine oil to the

Engine oil and filter recommendationsLook for this certificationtrademark.Use SAE 5W-20 engine oilOnly use oils certified for gasoline engines by the

BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft威 maintenance-freebattery which normally does notrequire additional water during itslife of service.If

WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteriescontain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.Shield your eyes when work

If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery isreconnected.• A

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 theCOLD

Compass zone/calibration adjustment1. Determine your magnetic zone byreferring to the zone map.2. Turn ignition to the on position.3. Start the engine

WARNING: Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot.Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling systemcan burn you badly. Also, you c

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure theengine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap.The cooling system is un

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

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while theengine is running or hot.5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer

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

Pure ethanol is the alcohol which is the intoxicating agent in liquor, beerand wine. It is distilled from the fermentation of plants such as field cor

RefuelingWARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can causesevere injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others:• Read and follow all

At the next opportunity, safely pull off of the road, remove the fuel fillercap, align the cap properly and reinstall it. The check fuel caplight or C

Crown Victoria vehicles onlyChoosing the right fuelIf your vehicle is a flexible fuel vehicle (FFV), use only UNLEADEDFUEL and FUEL ETHANOL (Ed75–Ed85

System warningsSystem warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in yourvehicle’s operating systems.In the event of a multiple warning si

Do not be concerned if your enginesometimes knocks lightly. However,if it knocks heavily under mostdriving conditions while you areusing fuel with the

Running out of fuelAvoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverseeffect on powertrain components.If you have run out of fuel:• Y

For consistent results when filling the fuel tank:• Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,an error in the reading wil

Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habitsGive consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to changea number of variables and

Conditions• Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economyat any speed.• Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (a

The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenanceinformation are essential to the life and performance of your vehicleand to its emissio

a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause the service enginesoonindicator to illuminate. Examples are:1. The vehicle has run out of fuel—the eng

for 15 seconds without cranking the engine. If the service enginesoonindicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is notready for I/M testi

4. Check the fluid level in thereservoir. It should be between theMIN and MAX lines. Do not addfluid if the level is in this range.5. If the fluid is

1. Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) or until it reaches normal operatingtemperature.2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking br

FUEL LEVEL LOW — Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuelcondition. Warning message can be reset by pressing the RESET button,but will return afte

The transmission fluid should be inthis range if at ambient temperature(50°F-95°F [10°C-35°C]).High fluid levelFluid levels above the safe rangemay re

AIR FILTERRefer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriateintervals for changing the air filter element.When changing the air filter ele

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 4.6L V8 engineAir filter element FA-1783Fuel filter FG-1114Battery-standard BXT-65–650Battery-heavy duty BXT-65–750Oi

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIESItem Capacity Ford part nameFord part number / FordspecificationBrake fluidBetween MIN andMAX on rese

Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number / FordspecificationEngine oil 6.0 quarts (5.7L)•Motorcraft威 SAE5W-20 PremiumSynthetic Blend MotorOil (US)

Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number / FordspecificationRear axle fluid55.0 pints (2.4L)6,7Motorcraft威 SAE 80W-90Premium Rear AxleLubricantXY-

ENGINE DATAEngine 4.6L V8 engine 4.6L FFV V8 engineCubic inches 281 281Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane or Ethanol(E85)Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLESafety Compliance Certification LabelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Safety Compli

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation:1. World manufacturer identifier2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating

This information is intended to aid the operators of police or fleetvehicles (used in severe duty, high mileage operations) in understandingthe requir

AUDIO SYSTEMSAM/FM stereo (if equipped)WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury. Ford strongly reco

TRANSMISSIONThe police vehicle has a unique high-performance powertrain includingtransmission and an aluminum driveshaft, which is designed formaximum

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 changeinterval will hav

charger designed for commercial use such as the Rotunda GR-1. Neverlet a fully discharged battery remain discharged for a long period of time.Extended

TaxiPin Function Gauge Color1 Not used — —2 Vehicle speed signal 20 Gray/Black3 Battery saver 18 Light green/Orange4 50A Battery 10 Light green5 Not u

Headlight flashers (wig-wags) - policeAn interfacing connector is provided on the headlight circuit for use ofthe headlights as alternating flashers (

WHEELS/TIRES/BRAKESWheel rims - policeTo withstand the demands placed on vehicles driven under heavy-dutyservice conditions, Ford Motor Company instal

Each road tire, as well as the spare,is equipped with a tire pressuresensor fastened to the inside of therim, opposite (180 degrees) fromthe valve ste

TPMS reset tips:• To reduce the chances of interference from another vehicle, TPMSreset should be performed at least three feet (one meter) away froma

4. Press and hold the brake pedalfor two (2) seconds, then release.5. Turn the ignition to off—DONOT remove the key.6. Cycle the ignition from off to

8. Left front tire: Place the TPMS reset tool against the left front tirewhere the tire meets the rim, opposite from the valve stem (1) as shown.This

3. AM/FM: Press to choose afrequency band in radio mode.4. Memory preset buttons: To seta station: Select frequency bandAM/FM; tune to a station, pres

If after repeating the procedure and two short beeps are heard when theignition is turned to off, seek assistance from your authorized dealer.Brakes -

Calibrated speedometer - policeDeviations from true road speeds are minimized by a calibratedspeedometer head which gives both miles-per-hour (0–140 m

Aftermarket equipment installationFord has developed a Police Interceptor Modifier Guide to assist thevehicle modifier in safely installing police equ

WARNING: Following the trunk packing considerations, also onthe www.fleet.ford.com website, is the most meaningful methodof reducing risk. If your dep

This information is divided into three categories:• Carrying not recommended• Carry with caution• Low risk itemsWARNING: Carrying not recommended – Th

3. Ammunition – The safest location for ammunition is the forwardpackage shelf and on the side shelves. It is recommended that a plasticstorage contai

3. A firm strike on the cover (about 20 lbft [89 N•m] of force) willdeploy the system any time the key or engine is turned on.In the event of a manual

Ballistic door panels (if equipped)Your vehicle may be equipped with ballistic door panels on one or bothof the front doors. Doors equipped with a bal

The above illustration is an outside view of the left front door. Theshaded area represents the area covered by the ballistic door panel.Removing the

WARNING: Do not place objects or mount equipment in front ofthe airbag module cover or in front of the seat areas that maycome in contact with a deplo

AM/FM Stereo Single CD Premium audio system (if equipped)WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury.

Figure 11. 9.5 inches (240 mm) from center of airbag door2. 15.7 inches (400 mm) from center of airbag door3. 28.5 inches (725 mm)No objects should be

Figure 21. 30.5 inches (775 mm). Cross section through center of vehicle(passenger side shown)1Crown Victoria Severe Duty2912010 Crown Victoria (cro)O

Figure 31. 23.6 inches (600 mm). Front passenger compartment2. 17 inches (430 mm). Front driverCrown Victoria Severe Duty2922010 Crown Victoria (cro)O

Figure 4 (if equipped)1. 8 inches (200 mm). From out board side of seat2. 15 inches (380 mm). Forward of seat backFigure 5 (if equipped)3. 27.5 inches

Figure 61. Area on top of instrument panel. Equipment must not interferewith driver visibility.2. The airbag door must be kept clear for deployment of

Figure 71. Area on top of instrument panel2. Area in front of center console from tunnel up to instrument panel3. Prisoner screen4. 10 inches (254 mm)

Figure 81. Area on top of instrument panel. Equipment must not interferewith driver visibility.2. Area on tunnel between seats3. 9 inches (229 mm)4. 1

Airbags must be allowed to fully deploy without restriction. Thedeployment of airbags is not compatible with any configuration of policeequipment moun

Is there a problem with transporting a front seat passenger whohas their hands restrained behind their body?This is not a normal riding position for a

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLESee your dealer for the latest accessories available for your vehicle.Accessories2992010 Crown Victoria (cro)

Maintenance and Specifications 229Engine compartment 231Engine oil 233Battery 236Engine coolant 238Fuel information 244Air filter(s) 261Part numbers 2

3. TUNE: Press to manually go up( ) or down ( ) the radiofrequency.4. MUTE: Press to mute the playingmedia. Press again to return to theplaying media

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANSMore than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discoveredthe powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the on

Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for ItselfOne service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed theprice of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With

Ford Extended Service Plan3022010 Crown Victoria (cro)Owners Guide, 2nd PrintingUSA (fus)

AABS (see Brakes) ...179Accessory delay ...69Air cleaner filter ...261–262Air conditioning ...

Child safety seats - boosterseats ...138Cleaning your vehicleengine compartment ...224instrument pa

Engine oil ...233change oil soon warning,message center ...233checking and adding ...233

cluster ...12lighting up panel andinterior ...49JJump-starting your vehicle .

Power distribution connector(police and fleet vehicles) ...272Power door locks ...76Power mirrors ...

tilting ...66Suspensionheavy duty (police) ...274TTilt steering wheel ...66Tire

the system will store the last one in the remaining presets. Whenactivated, AUTOSET will momentarily appear in the display when any ofthe preset contr

14. FM: Press to select the FMfrequency. Press repeatedly toswitch between FM1 and FM2.15. SHUF (Shuffle): Press to playall tracks on the current CD i

1. CD slot: Insert a CD, label sideup. With the ignition on, the radiowill begin to play a CD once inserted.With the ignition off, the CD control must

7. MENU: Press MENU repeatedlyto access RDS ON/OFF. PressSEL-TEXT to switch RDS ONor OFF. Press MENU again to access Program type mode or ShowType/Nam

remaining presets. When activated, AUTOSET will momentarily appear inthe display when any of the preset controls are pressed.Speed sensitive volume: R

12. REW (Rewind): Press torewind in tape or CD mode.FF (Fast forward): Press to fastforward in tape or CD mode.13. SCAN: Press SCAN to hear abrief sam

AM/FM Premium sound satellite compatible Stereo In-dash Six CDsound system (if equipped)WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicl

3. TUNE/CAT: Press to manually goup or down the radio frequency.TEXT is only available whenequipped with Satellite radio. Your system may be equipped

8. SEL-TEXT: Use with Bass,Treble, Balance, Fade and othermenu functions.TEXT: TEXT is only available when equipped with Satellite radio. Yoursystem m

CONGRATULATIONSCongratulations on acquiring your new Ford Motor Company product.Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by readi

Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations withoutlosing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. PressMENU until

13. AM/FM: Press repeatedly toswitch between AM/FM1/FM2 mode.14. CD: Press to enter CD mode.Press CD and a preset to select aspecific CD to play.15. S

• Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat, humidity orcold to reach a moderate temperature before playing.• Clean the cassette player he

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)1. Fan speed adjustment: Controlsthe volume of air circulated in thevehicle.2. Temperature sele

During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary forextended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C inthe MAX A/C po

3. Fan speed: Turn to manuallyincrease or decrease fan speed.4. Defrost:Distributes outside air through the windshield defrostervents and the side win

• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base ofthe windshield.During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary

HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parkinglamps, instrument panel lamps,license plate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the headlamps on.Autola

Fog lamp control (if equipped)With the ignition on, the fog lampscan be turned on when theheadlamp control is pulled towardyou and is in any of the fo

WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps atdusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Light(DRL) System does not activate your ta

Warning symbols on your vehicleWhen you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempti

• (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters)• (2) Center height of lamp toground• (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)• (4) Horizontal reference line• (5) Center of headlamps• (6) C

8. Locate the horizontal adjuster foreach headlamp. Turn it clockwise orcounterclockwise and place the leftedge of the high intensity area evenwith th

To see a clearer light pattern foradjusting, you may want to blockthe light from one headlamp whileadjusting the other.5. Locate the vertical adjuster

If equipped with remote keyless entry, the courtesy lamp will illuminatewhenever any door is opened and will remain on for 25 seconds after thedoor is

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

Replacing headlamp bulbs (Crown Victoria only)To remove the headlamp bulb:1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open thehood.2

To install the new bulb:WARNING: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keepout of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic baseand

5. Pull the bulb from the socket andpush in the new bulb.6. Install the bulb socket into thelamp assembly by rotating itclockwise.To complete installa

Replacing tail/brake/turn signal lamp bulbsThe tail lamp and brake/turn signal lamp bulbs are located in the taillamp assembly. Follow the same steps

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs1. Make sure headlamp switch is inthe off position, then remove twoscrews, grommets and the licenseplate lamp assemb

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils sincethese additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in theMaintenance

3. Carefully pull the bulb socket outof the lamp assembly.4. Pull the bulb straight out of thesocket and push in the new bulb.To install, reverse the

WARNING: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keepout of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic baseand do not touch the glass.

Note: The parking lamp/turn signal bulbs should not be removed fromthe lamp until just before a replacement bulb is installed. Removing thebulb for an

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the off position, then remove twoscrews, grommets and the licenseplate lamp as

3. Carefully pull the bulb socket outof the lamp assembly.4. Pull the bulb straight out of thesocket and push in the new bulb.To install, reverse the

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

TILT STEERING WHEELTo adjust the steering wheel:1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you.2. Move the steering wheel up ordown unt

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude:• Utility compartment• Power point (inside s

POWER WINDOWSWARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle anddo not let children play with the power windows. They mayseriously injure the

Accessory delayWith accessory delay, the power window switches and radio may be usedfor up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off or un

through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicingyour vehicle. For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose to use the SYNC威Vehic

EXTERIOR MIRRORSPower side view mirrorsWARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is inmotion.To adjust your mirrors:1. Rotate the control cl

POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)The accelerator and brake pedalshould only be adjusted when thevehicle is stopped and the gearshiftlever is

3. Press the SET + control andrelease it.4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal.5. The indicatorlight (ifequipped) on the instrument clusterwill t

Increasing speed while using speed controlThere are two ways to set a higherspeed:• Press and hold the SET + controluntil you get to the desiredspeed,

Turning off speed controlThere are two ways to turn off the speed control:• Press the brake pedal. This willnot erase your vehicle’spreviously set spe

Climate control features• Press TEMP + or - to adjusttemperature.INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROLThe remote trunk release control islocated on the driver’s door

KEYSThe vehicle is equipped with a master key which will access the vehicle’sdoors, trunk, glove box, ignition and remote trunk release.POWER DOOR LOC

AutounlockThe autounlock feature will unlock all doors when:• the ignition has been in the on position, all doors are closed, and thevehicle has been

If any door, the hood, or the deck lid is open, the horn will chirp twice,and the procedure will need to be performed again.8. After having waited the

To open the luggage compartmentdoor (lid) from within the luggagecompartment, pull the illuminated“T” shaped handle and push up onthe trunk lid. The h

911 operators to provide the most appropriate emergencyservices. If you do not want to disclose this information, do notactivate the feature. See your

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject to the fo

Locking the doorsPress once to lock all the doors. Upon the first press the doors willlock and the parklamps/taillamps will flash once.Pressagain with

Replacing the batteryThe remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithiumbattery CR2032 or equivalent.To replace the battery:1. Twist a

• Perform the following programming procedure yourself:Note: Ensure the brake pedal is notpressed during this sequence.Place the key in the ignition a

SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)With the keyless entry keypad, youcan:• lock or unlock the vehicle doorswithout using the key.• open the

4. Press 3 • 4 to store the second personal code.5. The doors will again lock then unlock to confirm programming of thenew code.To store a third perso

Locking doors with the keyless entry systemIt is not necessary to enter the factory-set code prior to locking all doors.To lock the doors, press 7 • 8

Immobilizer System PATS XCVR certification numbersGhana SPLS / -485 / 2001Guam (USA) See USAJordan 4/U/U/4250Kenya CCK/ES/100/0Kuwait M.C/U.S.0 /5/7-1

Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used topurchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the samekey chain may ca

Replacement keysIf your keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key,you will need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer

EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLESPECIFIC INFORMATIONFor your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped withfeatures and o

5. Within twenty seconds of removing the second coded key, insert thenew unprogrammed key (new key) into the ignition and turn the ignitionfrom 1 (off

SEATINGAdjustable head restraintsWARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of acrash, the driver and passenger occupants should not si

Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when thevehicle is moving.WARNING: Always drive and r

WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback uprightand the lap belt snug and low across the hips.WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an oc

WARNING: Sitting improperly out of position or with the seatback reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushionand affect the decision of

Press to move the front portion ofthe seat cushion up or down.Press to move the rear portion ofthe seat cushion up or down.Using the power lumbar supp

Heated seats (if equipped)WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skinbecause of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cordinjur

REAR SEATSSeat-mounted cup holders and armrest storage compartment(if equipped)To access the cup holders, fold thearmrest down.WARNING: Use only soft

• The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety beltpretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat positionsensor, front

Front passenger sensing systemFor airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and this forcecan pose a potentially deadly risk to occu