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Introduction
4
Instrument
Cluster
10
W
arning
and
control
lights
10
Gauges
14
Entertainment
Systems
16
AM/FM
stereo
with
CD
16
Climate
Controls
22
Electronic
automatic
temperature
control
22
Rear
window
defroster
25
Lights
27
Headlamps
27
T
urn
signal
control
30
Bulb
replacement
30
Driver
Controls
38
W
indshield
wiper/washer
control
38
Steering
wheel
adjustment
39
Power
windows
40
Mirrors
41
Speed
control
42
Locks
and
Security
61
Keys
61
Locks
61
Anti-theft
system
64
2004
Thunderbird
(tbr)
Owners
Guide
(post-2002-fmt)
USA
English
(fus)
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Table of Contents
1
Introduction
4
Safety and Environment Protection
5
Protecting the Environment
5
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
5
Data Recording
6
Special Instructions
7
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
8
Instrument Cluster
10
Check Fuel Cap
10
Emission System/Check Engine
10
The Check Engine
10
Warning and Control Lights
10
Warning Lights and Chimes
10
Air Bag Readiness
11
Anti-Lock Brake System
11
Brake System Warning Light
11
Safety Belt
11
Engine Coolant Temperature
12
Engine Oil Pressure
12
Traction Control
12
Transmission PRNDL Indicator
12
Bulb Warning
13
Door Ajar
13
Low Washer Fluid
13
Turn Signal
13
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
14
Gauges
14
Speedometer
14
Fuel Gauge
15
Odometer
15
Tachometer
15
Trip Odometer
15
Entertainment Systems
16
AM/FM Stereo with CD
16
Audiophile Satellite Ready Am/Fm Stereo In-Dash Six CD Radio
16
Speed Sensitive Volume
19
Radio Frequencies
20
Radio Reception Factors
20
CD/CD Player Care
21
Climate Controls
22
Dual Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (Deatc) System
22
Operating Tips
24
Rear Window Defroster
25
To Aid in Side Window Defogging/Demisting in Cold Weather
25
Cabin Air Filter
26
Lights
27
Autolamp Control
27
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (Canada Only)
27
Headlamps
27
Master Lighting Switch
27
Flash to Pass
28
High Beams
28
Panel Dimmer Control
28
Headlamp Vertical Aim Adjustment
29
Bulb Replacement
30
Interior Lamps
30
Reading and Dome Lamps
30
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
30
Turn Signal Control
30
Interior Bulbs
31
Using the Right Bulbs
31
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
32
To Install the New Bulb
33
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs
34
Replacing Front/Rear Side Marker Bulbs
35
Replacing Supplemental Parking Lamp Bulbs
35
Replacing Tail/Brake/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs
36
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Assembly
37
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
37
Driver Controls
38
Changing the Wiper Blades
38
Multi-Function Lever
38
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
38
Auxiliary Power Point
39
Power Tilt/Telescope Steering Column
39
Steering Wheel Adjustment
39
Accessory Delay
40
One Touch down
40
Power Windows
40
Short Drop Glass
40
Lockable and Electronic Trunk Remote Control
41
Power Side View Mirrors
41
Visor Mirror
41
Setting Speed Control
42
Speed Control
42
Resuming a Set Speed
43
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
44
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
44
Audio Control Features
45
Steering Wheel Controls
45
Turning off Speed Control
45
Homelink Wireless Control System
46
Programming
47
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
48
Erasing Homelink Buttons
49
Operating the Homelink Wireless Control System
49
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
49
Convertible
50
Lowering the Convertible Top
50
Installation of the Tonneau Cover
51
Raising the Convertible Top
52
Prolonged Storage
53
Convertible Top and Padded Molding Care
54
Installing the Removable Top
54
Removable Top
54
Removable Top Storage Rack
58
Cell Phone Use
60
Center Console
60
Positive Retention Floor Mat
60
Locks and Security
61
Keys
61
Power Door Locks
61
Interior Luggage Compartment Release
62
Locking the Doors
62
Remote Entry System
63
Anti-Theft System
64
Opening the Trunk
65
Sounding a Panic Alarm
65
Replacing the Battery
65
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters
66
To Replace the Battery
66
How to Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters
67
Illuminated Entry
67
Autolock
68
Relock
68
Deactivating/Activating Autolock
68
Power Door Unlock/Lock Procedure
68
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
69
Theft Indicator
69
Automatic Arming
69
Automatic Disarming
70
Key Information
70
Programming Spare Keys
71
Perimeter Alarm System
72
Arming the System
72
Disarming the System
72
Triggering the Anti-Theft System
72
Seating and Safety Restraints
73
Adjustable Head Restraints
73
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
74
Using the Manual Recline Function
74
Adjusting the Driver’s Power Seat
74
Adjusting the Passenger’s Power Seat
76
Heated Seats
76
Safety Restraints Precautions
76
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
77
Energy Management Feature
78
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
78
Automatic Locking Mode
79
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
79
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
80
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
80
Safety Belt Pretensioner
80
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
81
Conditions of Operation
81
Beltminder
81
One Time Disable
84
Deactivating/Activating the Beltminder Feature
84
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
85
Safety Belt Maintenance
85
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
86
Important Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions
86
Children and Air Bags
87
Determining if the System Is Operational
89
Passenger Front and Side Air Bag ON/OFF Switch
90
Turning the Passenger Front and Side Air Bags off
90
Turning the Front and Side Passenger Air Bags Back on
91
NHTSA Deactivation Criteria (Excluding Canada)
92
Transport Canada Deactivation Criteria (Canada Only)
93
Side Air Bag System
94
How Does the Side Air Bag System Work?
95
Safety Restraints for Children
97
Important Child Restraint Precautions
97
Children and Safety Belts
97
Child Booster Seats
98
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
98
Types of Booster Seats
99
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
99
Safety Seats for Children
100
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
100
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
104
Driving
109
Starting
109
Positions of the Ignition
109
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
109
Important Safety Precautions
110
Starting the Engine
111
Using the Engine Block Heater
112
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
112
Brakes
112
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
112
Using ABS
113
Parking Brake
113
Traction Control/Advancetrac
113
Steering
114
Speed Sensitive Steering
115
Brake-Shift Interlock
115
Transmission Operation
115
Driving with a 5–Speed Automatic Transmission
116
Understanding Gearshift Positions
118
Automatic Shift Mode
119
Manual Shift Mode
119
+ and - Position Operation
119
Recommended Shift Speeds
120
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
120
Driving through Water
121
Vehicle Loading – with and Without a Trailer
121
Base Curb Weight
121
Vehicle Curb Weight
121
Trailer Towing
124
Recreational Towing (All Wheels on the Ground)
124
Roadside Emergencies
125
Getting Roadside Assistance
125
Hazard Flasher Switch
126
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
127
Fuses and Relays
127
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
128
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
128
Fuses
129
Front Power Distribution Box
131
High-Current Fuses
132
Rear Power Distribution Box
134
Changing the Tires
136
Temporary Spare Tire Information
136
Tire Change Procedure
137
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
141
Jump Starting Your Vehicle
141
Preparing Your Vehicle
141
Connecting the Jumper Cables
142
Jump Starting
144
Removing the Jumper Cables
145
Wrecker Towing
147
Customer Assistance
148
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
156
Cleaning
157
Washing the Exterior
157
Waxing
157
Paint Chips
158
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
158
Engine
158
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
159
Windows and Wiper Blades
159
Instrument Panel and Cluster Lens
160
Interior Trim
160
Convertible Top and Padded Molding
160
Interior
161
Leather Seats
161
Underbody
161
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Car Care Products
162
Maintenance and Specifications
163
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
163
Service Recommendations
163
Working with the Engine off
163
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
164
Opening the Hood
164
Checking the Engine Oil
165
Windshield Washer Fluid
165
Adding Engine Oil
166
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
167
Battery
168
Checking Engine Coolant
170
Adding Engine Coolant
171
Recycled Engine Coolant
173
Coolant Refill Capacity
174
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
174
Severe Climates
174
What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
174
Fuel Information
175
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
175
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
175
Fuel Filler Cap
177
Choosing the Right Fuel
178
Octane Recommendations
178
Cleaner Air
179
Fuel Filter
179
Fuel Quality
179
Running out of Fuel
179
Calculating Fuel Economy
180
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
180
Filling the Tank
180
Measuring Techniques
180
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
181
Habits
181
EPA Window Sticker
182
Emission Control System
183
On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
184
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
184
Power Steering Fluid
185
Air Filter Maintenance
186
Brake Fluid Reservoir
186
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
186
Changing the Air Filter Element
187
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
188
Temperature a B C
189
Traction AA a B C
189
Treadwear
189
Glossary of Tire Terminology
190
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
191
Information on “P” Type Tires
191
Information on “T” Type Tires
195
Location of the Tire Label
195
Tire Care
195
Tire Inflation Pressure
195
Tire and Wheel Alignment
197
Tire Rotation
197
Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
198
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
198
Safety Practices
199
Tire Wear
199
Highway Hazards
200
Snow Tires and Chains
200
Motorcraft Part Numbers
201
Refill Capacities
201
Lubricant Specifications
203
Engine Data
205
Vehicle Dimensions
205
Certification Label
206
Identifying Your Vehicle
206
Engine Number
207
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
207
Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations
208
Truck Application
208
Passenger Car Application
209
Accessories
210
Index
212
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Language
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