Lincoln Town Car 2000 User manual

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Before driving
Introduction 2
Instrumentation 6
Controls and features 23
Seating and safety restraints 84
Starting and driving
Starting 114
Driving 118
Roadside emergencies 132
Servicing
Maintenance and care 150
Capacities and specifications 195
Customer assistance 202
Reporting safety defects 213
Index 214
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Copyright © 1999 Ford Motor Company
Contents
1

The following warning may be required by California law:
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
Engine exhaust, some if its constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, or birth defects or other reproductive harm.
ICONS
Indicates a safety alert. Read the
following section on Warnings.
Indicates vehicle information related
to recycling and other
environmental concerns will follow.
Correct vehicle usage and the
authorized disposal of waste
cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards
protecting the environment.
Indicates a message regarding child
safety restraints. Refer to Seating
and safety restraints for more
information.
Indicates that this Owner Guide
contains information on this subject.
Please refer to the Index to locate
the appropriate section which will
provide you more information.
Introduction
2

WARNINGS
Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal
injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its
equipment.
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE
There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the
first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is
necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in.
INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE
The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing.
Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring
obligation.
Introduction
3

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide
Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front
Air Bag-Side Child Seat
Child Seat Installation
Warning
Child Seat Tether
Anchorage
Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System
Brake Fluid -
Non-Petroleum Based Traction Control
Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher
Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment
Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe
Windshield
Defrost/Demist
Rear Window
Defrost/Demist
Power Windows
Front/Rear Power Window Lockout
Introduction
4

Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Child Safety Door
Lock/Unlock
Interior Luggage
Compartment Release
Symbol
Panic Alarm Engine Oil
Engine Coolant Engine Coolant
Temperature
Do Not Open When Hot Battery
Avoid Smoking, Flames,
or Sparks Battery Acid
Explosive Gas Fan Warning
Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid
Level
MAX
MIN
Emission System Engine Air Filter
Passenger Compartment
Air Filter Jack
Introduction
5

OFF
P
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30
40
50 60 70
80
90
100
120
20
60
80
40
100 120
160
140
180
MPH km/h
110
H F
E
12
FILL ON
LEFT
<
CHECK
TRAC
SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
PANEL
DIM
LO
F
S
OFF
MIST
VOL
PUSH ON
AM
EXT
RESUME
SET ACCEL
COAST
OFF ON
NEXT
MODE VOL
TEMP FAN
Panel dimmer
switch
(pg. 23)
Headlamp control
(pg. 23)
Speed control
(pg. 56)
Gearshift lever
(pg. 123)
Driver air bag
(pg. 98)
Turn signal and
wiper/washer control
(pg. 56)
Instrument cluster
(pg. 8)
Electronic sound
system controls*
(pg. 60)
Climate controls
(pg. 60)
Instrumentation
6

TAPE
SEEK TUNE
REW FF SIDE 1 2 COMP SHUFF
EJ RDS
SCAN AUTO
12
3456
BASS
TREB
SEL
BAL
FADE
MAX
A/C
AUTO
FRONT
REAR
SELECT RESET
Climate control system
(pg. 24)
Clock*
(pg. 53)
Electronic sound system
(pg. 30)
Passenger side
air bag
(pg. 99)
Traction control switch*
(pg. 121)
* if equipped
Instrumentation
7

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
Service engine soon
Your vehicle is equipped with a
computer that monitors the engine’s
emission control system. This
system is commonly known as the
On Board Diagnostics System (OBD
II). The OBD II system protects the
environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet
government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the
service technician in properly servicing your vehicle.
The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is
first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the
engine is started, one of the engine’s emission control systems may be
malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern
being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require
towing.
What you should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates
Light turns on solid:
This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction.
Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to
illuminate. Examples are:
1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run
poorly.)
10
20
30
40
50 60 70
80
90
100
120
20
60
80
40
100 120
160
140
180
P R N D 2 1
MPH km/h
110
H F
E
12
FILL ON
LEFT
<
AIR
BAG
CHECK
TRAC
SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR
TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION
O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE
SPEED CONTROL COMPASS
km
CIRCLE
SLOWLY
FUEL ECON
DIST TO EMPTY
AVG SPEED
TRIP A B
E/M
km MILES/GAL
WASHER
LTR/100km
BRAKE
SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
Instrumentation
8

2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.
3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely
tightened.
These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank
with good quality fuel and/or properly installing and securely tightening
the gas cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other
temporary malfunctions present, the Service Engine Soon light should
turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by
mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required.
If the Service Engine Soon light remains on, have your vehicle serviced
at the first available opportunity.
Light is blinking:
Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter.
You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and
deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available
opportunity.
Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures
could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior
floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.
Air bag readiness
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned ON. If the light
fails to illuminate, continues to flash
or remains on, have the system
serviced immediately.
Safety belt
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the ON position
to remind you to fasten your safety
belts. For more information, refer to
the Seating and safety restraints
chapter.
AIR
BAG
Instrumentation
9