2002 Ford Crown Victoria Owner's Manual
2002 Ford Crown Victoria Manual
2002 Ford Crown Victoria manual content summary:
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Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Electronic automatic temperature control 54 54 56 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement 63 63 65 65 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Message center - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 2
Air bags Child restraints 104 104 108 122 127 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Air suspension Customer Assistance The dispute settlement board Utilizing the mediation/arbitration Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada Ordering additional owner's literature Reporting - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 3
184 189 Maintenance and Specifications Hood Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications Engine data Vehicle dimensions 191 192 192 193 197 206 219 224 225 226 228 228 Accessories Index 231 233 All rights reserved - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 4
Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: • In the United States: www.ford.com • In pass on the Owner's Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle. Fuel pump - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 5
you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 6
controls. By operating other electronic equipment (e.g. mobile telephone without exterior aerial) electromagnetic fields can occur which can cause malfunctions of the vehicle electronics. Therefore you should observe the instructions of the equipment manufacturers. Please read the section Air bag - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 7
global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the ones that are described in this Owner Guide; therefore, a supplement has been supplied that complements this book. By referring to the pages in the provided supplement, you can properly identify those - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 8
Safety Alert See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Child Seat Child Seat Tether Anchorage Anti-Lock Brake System Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 9
Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Jack - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 10
FUEL CAP OD OFF 50 40 60 80 60 70 100 120 80 90 140 160 BRAKE AIR BAG H VOLTS F FUEL 30 40 0000000 100 110 H TEMP C OIL 20 10 E 180 20 H 0 0 0 MPH 0 km/h 200 L < FUEL FILL DOOR 120 L Optional instrument cluster CHECK ENGINE S SPEED CONTROL km km/h MPH CHECK AIR SUSPENSION - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 11
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. Check fuel cap Illuminates when the fuel cap is not CHECK - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 12
, have the ABS serviced immediately. If the ABS light remains on, it means the anti-lock brake system has malfunctioned and is disabled, however, the normal brake system will still function unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated and parking brake is off. Refer to Brakes in the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 13
continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. Charging system Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. AIR BAG Engine oil pressure (if equipped) Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Check the oil level and add oil if needed. Refer - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 14
cluster CHECK AIR SUSPENSION DOOR OVERDRIVE OFF AJAR Illuminates when the overdrive function has been turned OFF using LOW km WASHER MILES the transmission control switch FLUID /GAL (TCS). If the light does not come on TRUNK AJAR LTR/100 km or the light flashes steadily, have your vehicle serviced - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 15
on. Message center indicator lights (if equipped) Speed control This light comes on when either the SET/ACCEL or RESUME controls are pressed. It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position. SPEED CONTROL Door ajar - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 16
CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km Sounds intermittently to remind you to fasten your safety belts. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime Sounds when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system (front or side airbags - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 17
CAP OD OFF 50 40 60 80 60 70 100 120 80 140 BRAKE AIR BAG 90 160 H VOLTS F FUEL 30 40 0000000 100 110 H TEMP C OIL 20 10 E 180 20 H 0 0 0 MPH 0 km/h 200 L < FUEL FILL DOOR 120 L Optional instrument cluster gauges CHECK ENGINE S SPEED CONTROL km km/h MPH CHECK AIR SUSPENSION - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 18
If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate. If the gauge enters the red section, the engine coolant and Check Engine/Service Engine Soon indicators illuminate, refer to What you should know about fail-safe cooling in the Maintenance and specifications chapter - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 19
voltage gauge (if equipped) Indicates battery voltage. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated), have the vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as possible. H VOLTS L Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank. The fuel gauge - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 20
Instrument Cluster Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. • Standard instrument cluster 50 40 60 80 60 70 100 120 80 140 90 160 30 40 0000000 100 110 120 20 10 180 20 0 0 0 MPH 0 km/h 200 • Optional instrument cluster S km km/h MPH Odometer Registers the total kilometers ( - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 21
Instrument Cluster • Optional instrument cluster S km km/h MPH Refer to Electronic Message Center in the Driver controls chapter for information on how to switch the display from metric to English measurements. Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset, - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 22
VOL PUSH ON TONE CLK TONE VOL ST DX FM 12 SEEK TUNE 1 2 3 4 AM/FM Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. VOL PUSH ON Turn the control to raise or lower volume. VOL PUSH ON If the volume is set above a certain level and the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 23
knob to adjust the desired level. Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. Press the TONE control three times, then use the volume knob to adjust the desired level. Speaker fade adjust (if equipped) Speaker sound can be adjusted between - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 24
to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations. Radio station memory preset 1 2 3 4 The radio is equipped with four station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to four preset AM stations and eight FM stations (four in FM1 and four in FM2). Setting memory - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 25
the clock Press CLK to toggle between listening frequencies and clock mode. To set the hour, press and hold the CLK control until CLOCK SET appears in the display and press the SEEK control: • • to decrease hours and to increase hours. TONE CLK To set the minute, press and hold the CLK - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 26
Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly. SEEK TUNE to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not • Press a listenable station is located - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 27
turned off, the volume will come back on at a "nominal" listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system's bass output. BASS Treble adjust The treble adjust - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 28
right and left speakers. BAL Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers. FADE Seek function The seek function control works in radio mode. Seek function in radio mode • Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band. to find the next - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 29
memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations stations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM or the FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 30
the clock Press CLK to toggle between listening frequencies and clock mode while in radio mode. To set the hour, press and hold the CLK control and press the SEEK control: • • CLK TAPE AMS SEEK TUNE to decrease hours and to increase hours. To set the minute, press and hold the CLK - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 31
Press a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement. Tape select • To enter tape mode while in radio mode, press the TAPE AMS control. CLK TAPE AMS Automatic Music Search The Automatic Music Search feature allows you to quickly locate the beginning of the tape selection CLK being - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 32
reverse when the end of the tape is reached. Tape direction select Press SIDE and 1-2 at the same time to play the alternate side of a tape. Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a tape. SIDE REW 1-2 FF EJ Dolby noise reduction Dolby noise reduction operates only in tape mode. Dolby - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 33
FM1 ST SCN BAL FADE CLK DISC SEEK TUNE EJ COMP DISCS CD CD SHUFFLE 1 2 3 4 5 6 Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. VOL - PUSH ON Turn the control to raise or lower volume. VOL - PUSH ON If the volume is set above a certain level and the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 34
treble output. TREB Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. BAL Seek function The seek function control works in radio, CD or CD changer mode (if equipped). Seek function in radio mode • Press to find the next listenable station down - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 35
CD scans in a forward direction, wrapping back to the first track at the end of the CD.) To stop on a particular selection, press the control again. AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works in radio and CD modes. AM FM CD AM/FM select in radio mode The AM/FM - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 36
preset The radio is equipped with four or six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to four or six preset AM preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 37
Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly. SEEK TUNE DISCS to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not • Press a listenable station is - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 38
first track of the disc will begin playing. After that, CD play will begin where it stopped last. Press the control again to begin CD changer play (if equipped). AM FM CD Do not insert any promotional (odd shaped or sized) discs, or discs with removable - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 39
2 3 4 5 6 Your audio system is equipped with selective lighting, a unique lighting strategy. This lighting feature is operable when the headlamps are illuminated. During the operation of any selected mode, lighting for the individual function controls will either illuminate or turn off. Those - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 40
on at a "nominal" listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system's bass output. Press the BASS control. Use the SEL control to increase or decrease the amount of bass. Treble adjust The treble adjust - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 41
Entertainment Systems Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. Press the BAL control. Use the SEL control to adjust the sound between the speakers. BAL SEL FADE Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 42
in a forward direction, wrapping back to the first track at the end of the CD. To stop on a particular selection, press the control again. AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works in radio, tape and CD modes (if equipped). AM FM AM/FM select in radio mode The AM/FM - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 43
sound returns, indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected. REW FF SIDE 1.2 COMP SHUFF 1 2 3 4 5 6 Autoset memory preset Autoset allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 44
until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is RDS displayed. Use the SEL control to manually set the time. to increase • Press hours/minutes. • Press to decrease hours/minutes. Tune adjust The tune control works in radio or CD mode (if equipped). Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next TUNE - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 45
for less than three seconds results in slow forward action. Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast forward action. Tape direction select Press SIDE 1-2 to play the alternate side of a tape. SIDE 1-2 3 Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a tape. EJ 45 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 46
. Compression feature Compression adjust brings soft and COMP loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. 5 Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust. The effect of the feature varies with the music content. Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 47
following selections: SEL Traffic • Press the RDS control until TRAFFIC is displayed. RDS • Use the SEL control to select ON or OFF. With the feature on, use the SEEK or SCAN control to SEL find a radio station broadcasting a traffic report (if it is broadcasting RDS data). Traffic information - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 48
• Classic • Country • Info • Jazz • Oldies • R&B • Religious • Rock • Soft • Top 40 RDS SEL Show • With RDS activated, press the RDS control until SHOW is displayed. • Use the SEL control to select TYPE (the display shows the program type), NAME (the display shows the call letters of the station - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 49
CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED) The CD changer is located in one of the following locations: • in the trunk • in the center console • under the driver's seat 1. Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine. 2. Press to eject the magazine. 3. Turn the magazine (A) over. 4. Using the disc holder - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 50
. 6. Press in on the disc holder until it locks securely into the magazine. If the disc holders are not fully locked into the magazine, the unit will not operate. Ensure that the disc holder is evenly inserted and at the same level as the magazine (A). The - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 51
the unit. Keep the CD changer door closed. Coins and foreign objects will damage the CD player and void your audio system warranty. TROUBLESHOOTING THE CD to cool down before operating. • A disc with format and dimensions not within industry standards is inserted. CLEANING COMPACT DISCS Inspect all - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 52
more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine. CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75 in) audio compact Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, high humidity, extreme heat or extreme cold. Allow tapes that may have been exposed to extreme temperatures to reach a - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 53
signal can cause FM reception problems. Static can be caused on AM stations by power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms. Moving away stereo. AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTIES AND SERVICE Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 54
Climate Controls MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) LO VENT OFF FLOOR MIX NORM A/C MAX A/C HI Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. LO HI Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. Mode Selector - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 55
Climate Controls • VENT - Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode. • OFF - Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short periods of - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 56
outlets and block airflow, in addition to, damaging the climate control system. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather conditions: 1. Select the position that distributes air through the Panel and Floor. 2. Set the temperature control to full heat. 3. Set the fan speed to full - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 57
Climate Controls Turning the EATC on Press AUTOMATIC, any of the override controls or the fan speed control. The EATC will only operate fan speed control (if equipped) is pressed. When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions require heat, air will be sent to the floor. However, if the engine is not warm - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 58
Climate Controls Temperature selection The display window indicates the selected temperature, function (AUTO or one of the override controls) and manual control of fan speed ( ) if automatic fan speed is not desired. To control the temperature, select any temperature between 18°C (65°F) and 29°C (85 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 59
Climate Controls Fan speed ( ) HI When AUTOMATIC is pressed, fan speed is adjusted automatically for existing conditions. You can override fan speed at any time. To control fan speed manually, use the thumbwheel to cancel automatic fan speed operation. Rotate the thumbwheel or press the steering - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 60
Climate Controls • NORM A/C - Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. The temperature display will remain the same and air will be cooled based on the selected temperature. It is quieter than MAX A/C but not as economical. Fan speed will remain automatic. Airflow is from the instrument panel registers - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 61
any position other than MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to "breathe" through the outside air inlet duct. • Under snowy or dirty weather conditions, your vehicle's climate control system should be left in the OFF position when the vehicle is parked. This allows the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 62
Climate Controls • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the area at the climate control system. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather conditions: 1. Select VENT 2. Set the temperature control to full heat 3. Set the fan speed to HI 4. Direct the outer panel - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 63
Even during full daylight, the instrument panel lighting will still be visible with the headlamp operating. Autolamp control The autolamp system provides light OFF P sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control. The autolamp system also keeps - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 64
lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel F S OFF PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlight PANEL DIM and parklamp - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 65
accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician. TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left turn turn on the map lamps, press the control next to each lamp. BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of the following lamps frequently: - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 66
compartment lamp 212-2 Dome lamp 906 Rear reading lamp 211-2 Map lamp 168 Illuminated visor mirror 168 Dual floorwell lamp 906 Glove compartment 168 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer. 66 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 67
Lights Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently: • Interior overhead lamp • Map lamp For bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician. Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 68
Lights 1. With the flat side of the new bulb's plastic base facing upward, you changed the bulb, you should not need to align it again. Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs The park/turn lamp bulbs can be replaced with out removing the headlamp assembly. 1. Make sure headlamp switch is - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 69
Lights Replacing tail lamp/brake/turn lamp bulbs The tail lamp, the brake lamp and the turn signal lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace the washers on the nuts are flush with the body to prevent water from entering the trunk. 8. Install the plastic retainer - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 70
Lights Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, , ensuring the grommets are pushed all the way in to the trunk lid and secure with two screws. Replacing backup lamp bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open trunk and remove bulb socket - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 71
Lights Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then remove two screws from the lamp assembly. 2. Carefully lift the lamp assembly - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 72
some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades. Windshield wiper/washer features The exterior lamps will illuminate when the ignition is ON and the windshield wiper control is in the interval, LO or HI position. The lights will remain in on until 30 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 73
Driver Controls To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into the service position. 2. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 74
Driver Controls AUXILIARY POWER POINT The auxiliary power point is located under the instrument panel on the left hand side of the front passenger foot well. This outlet should be used in place of the cigarette lighter for optional electrical accessories. Power outlets are designed for accessory - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 75
. Press the right side to restore the window controls. POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select to adjust the left to adjust the right mirror or mirror. 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. 75 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 76
a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. Automatic dimming inside rear view light from front or behind, it will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare. OFF AUTO Do not block the sensor on the backside of the mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance. Press the control - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 77
Driver Controls Electronic compass (if equipped) The compass reading will remain accurate during most driving conditions. on, press and hold the COMP side of NW the control for no more than six seconds until the zone selection number appears in the mirror display window. If a "C" appears repeat - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 78
lever is in the P (Park) position. Press and hold the rocker control to adjust accelerator and brake pedal. • Press the left side of the control to adjust the pedals away from you. • Press the right side of the control to adjust the pedals toward you. The adjustment allows for approximately 65 mm - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 79
off • Press OFF or • Turn off the vehicle ignition. Once speed control is switched off, the previously programmed set speed will be erased. To set a speed • Press SET ACCEL. For speed control to operate, the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 48 km/h (30 mph). 79 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 80
vary momentarily slower or faster than the set speed. This is normal. Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above the set speed on downhill, you may want to shift to the next lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed. If your vehicle slows down more than 16 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 81
function. Each press will decrease the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or • Depress the brake pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is reached, press SET ACCEL. To disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal. Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed. 81 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 82
, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph). Indicator light (if equipped) This light comes on when either the SET ACCEL or RES controls are pressed. It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position. SPEED - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 83
• Press VOL up or down to adjust the volume. Climate control features • Press TEMP up or down to adjust temperature. • Press FAN up or down to adjust fan speed. ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER The electronic message center only CHECK AIR SUSPENSION DOOR OVERDRIVE OFF AJAR works when the ignition is in the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 84
to switch the electronic instrument cluster display and the message center display from metric to English units. RESET E/M SELECT Select Each press of the SELECT control will select a different function. • Press the right side of the control to advance the function to the right. • Press the left - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 85
) • 16 km (10 miles) The message center will remain in RESET E/M SELECT the DTE function until the SELECT control is pressed to change functions. Displayed DTE will not displayed, there is a problem with the fuel indication system and you should contact your dealer for service as soon as possible. 85 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 86
• differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at service stations • variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 liter (gallons) Press the RESET control while AVG RESET E/M SELECT ECON is displayed to reset the function. The - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 87
calculate your average speed. When your vehicle is not moving, the average speed is displayed at 0 kilometers (0 miles) per hour. OVERDRIVE CONTROL Activating overdrive (Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy. The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 88
vehicle is equipped with a floor-shift transmission, overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) on the gearshift handle. The Transmission Control Indicator Light (TCIL) will illuminate on the instrument cluster. The transmission will operate in all gears except - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 89
release If the remote release is inoperative, open the trunk, then pull the override release handle located inside the trunk to open the fuel filler door. TRUNK REMOTE CONTROL The remote trunk release control is located on the driver's door trim panel and can be operated at any time. TRUNK FUEL 89 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 90
Controls CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include: • Utility compartment • Power point (rear of console) • Cupholders • Air of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. 90 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 91
vehicle. In case of loss, replacement keys are available from your dealer manual lock button on the door, operating the remote entry transmitter, or operating the driver's door with a key. Childproof door locks When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. The rear doors - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 92
glow for hours in darkness following brief exposure to ambient light. The "T" shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door (lid) or inside the luggage compartment near the tail lamps. Keep vehicle doors and luggage compartment locked and keep keys and remote transmitters - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 93
) or N (Neutral). If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting. Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock the driver's door. The interior lamps will illuminate. Press the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 94
30 seconds. 1. Turn the ignition key to ON. 2. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 3. Turn the ignition key from ON to OFF. 4. Press the power door unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to ON. The door locks will cycle lock/unlock. 6. Press the unlock - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 95
operate with the ignition in the OFF position. Opening the trunk Press the control once to open the trunk. Ensure that the trunk is closed and factors: • Weather conditions • Nearby radio towers • Structures around the vehicle • Other vehicles parked next to the vehicle To replace the battery: 95 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 96
PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART. 2. Place the positive (+) side of new battery in the same orientation. Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit. 3. Snap the two halves back together. Replacement of the battery within 3 seconds. After doors lock/unlock, 2 press any control on all transmitters ( - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 97
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 interior lamps 30 minutes after the last door is closed or after 10 minutes if the door any door, except the drivers, is opened then closed while the engine is - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 98
needs to be repeated, you must wait 30 seconds. 1. Turn the ignition key to ON. 2. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 3. Turn the ignition key from ON to OFF. 4. Press the power door unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to ON. 6. Press the unlock - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 99
code 1. Enter the factory-set code (keypad will illuminate when pressed). 2. Press the 1/2 control within five seconds of step 1. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 3. the vehicle doors will lock and unlock to confirm programming of the new code. Do not set a code that includes five of the same number or presents - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 100
is designed to prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 101
3 seconds to indicate normal system functionality. If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock system, the indicator will flash rapidly service. Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 3 (OFF) or 2 (LOCK) position. The indicator light on the instrument panel - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 102
condition if they are too close to the key during engine start. If a problem occurs, turn ignition OFF and restart the engine with all other objects on the key ring held away from the ignition key. Check new key codes will need to be re-coded. Replacing coded keys can be very costly and you may want - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 103
and the theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If not successful, the new coded key(s) will not start the vehicle's engine and the theft indicator will flash on and off and you may repeat steps 1 through 6. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealership to - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 104
restraints. Push or pull the head rests to the desired position. Adjusting the front manual seat Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Do and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 105
seat forward or backward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Using the manual recline function (if equipped) Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 106
of the seat. Press one side of the control to adjust firmness. Press the other side of the control to adjust softness. Adjusting the power front seats - door mounted controls The controls for the power seats are located on the inside of each front door. Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 107
Seating and Safety Restraints Press the control to recline the seatback forward or backward. Press to move the seat forward or backward. Press to move the front portion of the seat cushion up or down. Press to move the rear portion of the seat cushion up or down. 107 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 108
dual-stage air bag supplemental restraints. • Front safety belts with pretensioners, energy management retractors, and safety belt usage sensors. • Driver's seat position sensor. • Passenger occupant classification sensor (if equipped). • Front crash severity sensor. • Restraints Control Module (RCM - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 109
crash severity and occupant conditions. A collection of crash and occupant sensors provides information to the Restraints control module (RCM). During a crash, the RCM activates the safety belt pretensioners and/or either one or both stages of the dual-stage air bag supplemental restraints based on - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 110
restrain children in the rear seat. The sensor also turns off the air bag(s) when the passenger seat is empty to prevent unnecessary replacement of the air bag(s) after a collision. Front safety belt usage sensors The front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver and front - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 111
the Warning light section in the Instrument cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the Personal safety system is not required. The Restraints control module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the air bag supplemental restraints, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 112
protect the child from injury in a collision. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag (SRS) is provided. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 113
mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 114
in this chapter. How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 115
belts should be checked for proper function. BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly "automatic locking retractor" feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual. Failure to replace the Belt - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 116
the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision. Lap belts Adjusting the front center seat lap belt (if equipped) The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 117
reaches the buckle. To tighten the belt, pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips. Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use. Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The seat belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 118
and Safety Restraints Conditions of operation If...The driver's safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...Then...The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The safety belt warning light and warning chime - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 119
. Prime time for an accident. BeltMinder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up. Safety belts, when used properly, reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle crashes, many when no other vehicles are - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 120
..."I have an air bag" Consider...Air bags offer greater protection when used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed brake is set • The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) • The ignition switch is in the OFF position • All vehicle doors are closed • The driver's safety belt - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 121
(or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1-2 minutes) • Steps belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there is a 20 cm (8 inch) safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 122
and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Refer to Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts in the Cleaning chapter. AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) AIR SUSP CHECK ENGINE OD OFF 50 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 123
is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trim covering the air bag module. All occupants of the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 124
is not designed to offer protection to an occupant in the center front seating position. Modifications to the front end of the vehicle, including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks may affect the performance of the air bag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 125
to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation. The fact that the air bags did not inflate air bag deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the air bag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 126
sensors), the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors. Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 127
sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children. Also see Air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags. Important child restraint precautions You are required by law to use safety restraints for children - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 128
belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that safety belts without slouching? • Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? • Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest? • - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 129
, resting snugly on the center of the shoulder. The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips, never up high across the stomach. If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition. 129 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 130
instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. Never put the shoulder belt under a child's arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body the size and weight of the child. Carefully follow all of the manufacturer's instructions with the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 131
Review and follow the information presented in the Air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) section in this chapter. • Use the correct safety belt tether straps. in this chapter. Carefully follow all of the manufacturer's instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 132
Seating and Safety Restraints Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 133
and Safety Restraints 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 134
is securely held in place. To check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side center seating position. 3. Route the tongue and webbing through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for the center - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 135
securely held in place. To check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it an anchoring point. Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer of the seat cushion. 2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 136
properly in the event of a collision. 6. Refer to the Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions section of this chapter for further instructions to secure the child safety seat. 7. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 137
engine and all accessories brake. 4. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key position when driving. 5. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. Preparing to start your vehicle Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 138
a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 139
front wheel is against the curb • steering wheel is turned when getting in or out of the vehicle CHECK ENGINE S SPEED CONTROL km km/h MPH CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DISTANCE TO EMPTY DOOR AJAR km MILES /GAL H N O R M CHECK FUEL CAP F TRAC CNTL 12 / - + LTR - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 140
speeds up. 5. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake, shift into gear and drive. Using the engine block heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting, warms up the engine faster and allows the heater-defroster system to respond quickly. Use - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 141
Adjust the heating or air conditioning (if equipped) to bring in fresh air. Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow, leaves and other debris. BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled maintenance. Occasional - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 142
events. Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel, bumps, wet or snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle's anti-lock brake system. The ABS performs a self-check after you start the engine and begin to drive away. A brief - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 143
on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal ! braking is still effective unless the BRAKE brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released. (If your brake warning lamp illuminates, have your - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 144
excessive wheel spin is controlled by automatically applying and releasing the rear brakes in conjunction with engine torque reductions. Engine torque reduction is realized via the fully electronic spark and fuel injection systems. This process is very sensitive to driving conditions and very fast - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 145
vehicle manually, but it takes more effort. If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition could be caused by any of the following: • Underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s) • Uneven vehicle loading • High crown in center of road • High crosswinds • Wheels out of alignment • Loose or worn suspension - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 146
power steering system checked by your dealer or a qualified service technician. AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The air suspension system is designed to improve ride, handling and general vehicle performance during: • Certain road conditions • Steering maneuvers • Braking • Accelerations This - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 147
lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine or the engine may overheat. Always set the parking brake fully and brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your dealer or a qualified service - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 148
Driving with a 4-speed automatic transmission Understanding gearshift positions To put your vehicle in gear, start the engine, depress the brake pedal, then move gearshift lever out of P (Park). Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from P (Park) to another position. If you - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 149
• towing a trailer up or down steep hills. • additional engine braking is desired. If towing a trailer, refer to Driving while you tow in this chapter. To return to Overdrive mode, press the transmission control switch. The O/D OFF indicator light will no longer be illuminated. Each time the vehicle - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 150
standing water, especially if the depth is unknown. Traction or brake capability may be limited and if the ignition system gets wet, your engine may stall. Water may also enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your engine. If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 151
checked and, if water is found, replace the fluid. VEHICLE LOADING Before loading a vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms: • Base Curb Weight: Weight of the vehicle including any standard equipment, fluids, lubricants, etc. It does not include occupants or aftermarket equipment - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 152
's engine, transmission, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components carefully after towing. Your loaded trailer should weigh no more than 907 kg (2,000 lbs.). Do not exceed the GVWR specified on the certification label. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 153
vehicle bumper. Use a load carrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10% of the total weight of instructions that the rental agency gives to you. Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 154
brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become less effective. • The trailer tongue weight should be 10-15% of the loaded trailer weight. • After you have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • To aid in engine/transmission - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 155
reliability. Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in water. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or lubrication. All Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles This applies to all cars and 4x2 trucks/sport utilities with rear wheel drive capability. An example - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 156
nearest Ford Motor Company dealership (one tow per disablement). Even non-warranty related tows, like accidents or getting stuck in the mud or snow, are covered (some exclusions apply, such as impound towing or repossession). Canadian customers refer to your Owner Information Guide for information - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 157
, approaching danger, etc. The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is off. • The hazard lights control is located on top of the steering column. • Depress hazard lights control to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously. • Depress control again to turn the flashers off. 157 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 158
your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not start, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been on the left side of the trunk behind the left rear tail light and the trunk liner. Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 159
working, a fuse may have blown. Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within 15 the fuse. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 160
wheel by the brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover. 32 Panel Description Not Used Not Used Not Used Air Bags Not Used Instrument Cluster, Warning Lamps Module, Transmission Control Switch, Lighting Control - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 161
-lock Brakes (ABS), Instrument Cluster Speed Control Servo, Main Light Switch Illumination, Lighting Control Module (LCM), Clock, Police Power Relay Reversing lamps, Turn Signals, Shift Lock, DRL Module, EVO Steering, Electronic Day/Night Mirror Wiper Motor, Wiper Control Module Heater Blower Motor - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 162
distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. Always replace the cover to the power distribution - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 163
Description Electric Fuel Pump Relay Generator, Starter Relay, Fuses 15 and 18 Radio, CD Changer, Subwoofer Amplifier Police Power Relay Horn Relay DRL Module Power door Locks, Power Seats, Trunk Lid Release Air Suspension System See Fuses 5 and 9 6 14 9 163 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 164
Fuse 17 Anti-Lock Brake Module Police Option Fuse Holder Cooling Fan Relay Rear Defrost Relay Horn Relay Cooling Fan Relay Air Suspension Pump Relay, Police Power Relay 1 2 3 4 * Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses Relays Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replaced by qualified - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 165
the tire could fail, causing you to lose control of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself or others . • use tire chains. • drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle's reduced ground clearance. • and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 166
brake. HOOD 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park), turn engine OFF and block the diagonally opposite wheel. 3. Remove the spare tire and the jack. The jack could be located: • A - under the spare tire or • B - in the wheel well A B On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn OFF the Air - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 167
handle. A 5. Locate pry off notch (if equipped) and remove the center ornament from the aluminum wheel with the tapered end of the wheel nut wrench be A found on the lower outer edge of C the body. • Locate the jack locator mark (B) on the body (C) near the tire you are changing, then place the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 168
not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is ONLY meant for changing the tire. • Never use the rear differential as a jacking point. 7. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench. 8. Replace the flat tire - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 169
two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts. 4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 170
jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) booster cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 171
the intake manifold as grounding points. Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery. 5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 172
disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the jumper Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 172 - - - - + + + + - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 173
of the booster vehicle's battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle's battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 174
your vehicle can be towed, the air suspension control in the luggage compartment must be turned to the OFF position (if equipped). If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 175
could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealership to help you. In the United States: Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P.O. Box 6248 Dearborn, Michigan 48121 1-800-392 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 176
could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealership to help you. In the United States: Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P.O. Box 6248 Dearborn, Michigan 48121 1-800-521 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 177
created rights or other rights which are independent of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act or state replacement or repurchase laws. FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. Ford ESP is an optional - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 178
discontinue this service without notice and without incurring obligations per applicable state law. What kinds of cases does the Board review? Unresolved warranty repair concerns or vehicle performance concerns as on Ford and Lincoln Mercury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light trucks which are - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 179
an acknowledgment indicating: • The file number assigned to your application. • The toll-free phone number of the DSB's independent administrator. Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company representative will then be asked to submit statements. To properly review your case, the Board needs the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 180
a case is reviewed, the Board mails not on consumers who are number: Dispute Settlement Board P.O. Box 5120 Southfield, MI 48086-5120 1-800-428-3718 You may also contact the North American Customer Relationship Center Center at the following address: Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 181
proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel. In the United States, using leaded fuel may also result in - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 182
guide French Owner's Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service Publications motor vehicle to conform to the vehicle's applicable express warranty after a reasonable number of attempts, the manufacturer shall be required to either replace - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 183
time) In the case of 1 or 2 above, the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address: Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 184
on local weather conditions and the cleaning soap that is used in washing the vehicle. Do not use a wax that beads excessively. Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 185
Mercury dealer. This kit contains: • Lacquer Touch-Up Paint (ALBZ-19500-XXXXA) • Exterior Acrylic Spray Lacquer (ALAZ-19500-XXXXA) Please note that the part numbers (shown as XXXX above) will vary with your vehicle's specific coloring. Carefully observe the application instructions on the products - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 186
with cold water, as damage to the engine block or engine components may occur. • Use caution when using a self-serve power washer (1000psi maximum pressure) to clean the engine, as the high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Never apply anything to any exposed belts - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 187
-AA). Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your authorized Ford, . These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, tree sap, or other organic contamination. Do replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 188
damage to the painted surfaces. Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the air bag system. Cleaning the instrument cluster lens Wipe the cluster area with a soft, damp cotton towel. Dry the area with a clean - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 189
available in the kit cleans the leather and maintains its natural beauty. For best results, follow the instructions printed on the to clean the belts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 190
FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 191
material away from the battery and all fuel related parts. If you disconnect the battery, the engine must "relearn" its idle conditions before your vehicle will drive properly, as explained in the Battery section in this chapter. Working with the engine off 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 192
under the front of the hood. 3. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open. IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.6L SOHC V8 engine 9 1 2 3 4 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 7 6 5 Brake fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Windshield washer fluid reservoir 192 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 193
Maintenance and Specifications 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Air filter assembly Power steering fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Battery Automatic transmission fluid dipstick WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Washer fluid Check the washer fluid whenever you stop for fuel. The reservoir is symbol. highlighted with a - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 194
Maintenance and Specifications 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 carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). DO NOT OVERFILL 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 195
, some oil must be removed from the engine by a qualified service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 196
according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance guide. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 197
which normally does not require additional water during its life of service. However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check the battery electrolyte level. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules. Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 198
related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. Because your vehicle's engine is electronically controlled by a computer, some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine must - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 199
local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries. RE LE AD R TU N RECYCLE ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the mileage intervals listed in the scheduled maintenance guide. The coolant - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 200
the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the "cold fill level" or within the "cold fill range" as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 201
recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the "cold full" level. For all other vehicles, which have a coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary to remove the coolant pressure relief - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 202
the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full. 6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. (Cap must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss.) After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration see Checking Engine Coolant section). If the concentration is not 50/50 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 203
vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer to Refill capacities in this chapter. Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than -36° C [-34° F]): • It may be necessary to increase the coolant - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 204
and Specifications Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection. What you should know about fail-safe cooling If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 205
preset over-temperature condition, the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine. When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However: • The engine power will be limited. • The air conditioning system will - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 206
in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 207
engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions. in the fill position. Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/8 turn on/off feature. When fueling your - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 208
Fuel Cap light on, can activate the Service Engine Soon warning. When the fuel filler cap is properly re-installed, the light(s) will turn off after a period of normal driving. It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly installed fuel filler cap. If you must replace the - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 209
with the recommended octane rating, see your dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage. 87 Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start, try a different brand of "Regular" unleaded gasoline. "Premium - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 210
may come on. For more information on the "Check Engine" indicator, refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter. Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service technician. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 211
to refueling, an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running. • Use the same filling rate setting of the vehicle's fuel economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter will number of variables and improve your fuel economy. 211 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 212
the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately 0.4 km/L [1 mpg - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 213
These numbers represent the Range of L/100 km (MPG) expected on the vehicle under optimum conditions. Your fuel economy may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 214
vehicle may not pass the I/M test with the "Check Engine/Service Engine Soon" light on. If the vehicle's powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced, the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a "not ready for I/M test" condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 215
Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use only MERCON ATF. 1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 216
Maintenance and Specifications BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as needed. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules. 1. Clean the reservoir cap before removal to prevent dirt or water from entering the reservoir - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 217
fluid to cool before checking. 1. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or until it reaches normal operating temperature. 2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake. 3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal, start the engine and move the gearshift - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 218
Maintenance and Specifications You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is above 10°C (50°F). However, if fluid is added at this time, an overfill condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating temperature. The transmission fluid should be in this range if - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 219
Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filter element listed. Refer to Motorcraft Part Numbers. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 220
Maintenance and Specifications 8. Replace the air inlet tube and secure the clamp. Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty may be voided for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used. INFORMATION ABOUT - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 221
tire failure. SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the door jamb. Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control. - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 222
Maintenance and Specifications • Four tire rotation (for vehicles with aluminum wheels) • Five tire rotation (for vehicles with steel wheels and full size spare tires) 222 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 223
band is visible through the tire treads. When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, or bias-type tires. Use only the tire the handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose control and roll over. Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle's original - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 224
climates, accessory body , brake lines suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Fuel filter Battery-standard Battery-heavy duty Oil filter - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 225
Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid1 Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON Fill to line on reservoir ATF 2 Transmission fluid Motorcraft 13.2L (13.9 quarts) 3 MERCON V ATF Engine coolant 4 Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (green-colored scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval. - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 226
3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid 1 Silicone Lubricant Ford part number PM-1 Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A and DOT 3 Door weatherstrips Engine coolant Engine oil F7AZ-19G208-BA ESR-M13P4-A and F5AZ-19553-AA Motorcraft VC-4-A (US) or ESE-M97B44-A Premium Engine CXC-10 (Canada) Coolant (green-colored - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 227
filler door hinge and seat tracks Lock cylinders Power steering fluid Automatic transmission (4R70W) Rear Axle Lubricant 2 Ford part name Multi-Purpose Grease Ford part Ford number mix MERCON and MERCON V. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval. 1 227 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 228
Maintenance and Specifications ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system Compression ratio VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions (1) Overall length (2) Overall width (3) Overall height (4) Wheelbase (5) Track - Front (5) Track - Rear a Denotes long - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 229
The Certification label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver's side. MFD. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A. DATE: XXXXX GVWR:XXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXX/XXXXXXX THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 230
side instrument panel. (Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number.) XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake type and gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 231
dealer for details and a copy of the warranty. Not all accessories are available for all models. Vehicle Security Air bag anti-theft locks Locking gas cap Remote keyless entry Styled wheel locks Underbody security lighting Vehicle security systems Comfort and convenience Cargo net Cargo organizer - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 232
Accessories Travel equipment Automatic headlamps with daytime running lights (DRL) Protection and appearance equipment All-weather floor mats Carpeted floor mats Door edge guards First aid kit Flat splash guards Front end covers Highway safety kit Locking gas cap Molded splash guards Styled hood - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 233
operation ...125 passenger air bag ...125 Air cleaner filter ...219, 224 Air conditioning ...56 manual heating and air conditioning system ...54 Air suspension ...146 description ...146 warning light ...14 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...199 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...142 Audio system - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 234
fluid ...216 engine oil ...193 Doors lubricant specifications ...226 Driving under special conditions through water ...150 E Electronic message center ...83 Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ...169 Emission control system ...213 Engine ...228 check engine/service engine soon light ...10 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 235
speed control ...197 lubrication specifications ...226, 228 refill capacities ...225 service points ...192 starting after a collision ...158 Engine block heater ...140 Engine oil ...193 change oil soon warning, message center ...193 checking and adding ...193 dipstick ...193 filter, specifications - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 236
panel, dimming ...64 interior lamps ...63, 65, 67 replacing bulbs ...65, 67-71 Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ...65 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 air bag ...13 air suspension ...14 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...12, 143 brake ...12 charging system ...13 check engine ...10 fuel cap light - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 237
entry ...97 locking/unlocking doors ...91, 93-94 opening the trunk ...95 panic alarm ...95 replacement/additional transmitters ...96 replacing the batteries ...95 Roadside assistance ...156 S Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ...16, 108, 112-116 Safety defects, reporting ...183 Safety restraints - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 238
164-165 checking the pressure ...221 replacing ...223 rotating ...221 snow tires and chains ...224 tire grades ...221 treadwear ...220 Towing ...152 recreational towing ...155 trailer towing ...152 wrecker ...174 Traction control ...144 active light ...14 Traction-lok rear axle ...150 Transmission - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 239
Index W Warning chimes ...16 Warning lights (see Lights) ...10 Washer fluid ...193 Water, Driving through ...150 Windows power ...74 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid ...193 checking and cleaning ...72 operation ...72 replacing wiper blades ...72 Wrecker towing ...174 239 - 2002 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 240
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Introduction
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Instrument Cluster
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Warning and control lights
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Gauges
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Entertainment Systems
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AM/FM stereo
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AM/FM stereo cassette
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AM/FM stereo with CD
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AM/FM stereo cassette (CD changer compatible)
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CD changer
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Climate Controls
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Manual heating and air conditioning
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Electronic automatic temperature control
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Lights
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Headlamps
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Turn signal control
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Bulb replacement
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Driver Controls
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Windshield wiper/washer control
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Steering wheel adjustment
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Power windows
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Mirrors
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Speed control
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Message center
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Locks and Security
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Keys
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Locks
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Anti-theft system
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