2005 Ford Crown Victoria Owner's Manual
2005 Ford Crown Victoria Manual
2005 Ford Crown Victoria manual content summary:
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43 43 45 46 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Message center 53 53 54 65 66 67 76 Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 82 82 82 90 1 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 2
Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Jump starting Wrecker towing 184 184 185 185 186 195 200 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 201 209 Cleaning 210 2 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 3
and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 216 217 218 222 224 230 244 245 246 247 Accessories Index 253 255 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 4
For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 5
section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage. 5 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post- - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 6
modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. 6 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 7
electronic controls. Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions Owner's Guide for all other required information and warnings. 7 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002- - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 8
Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Speed Control Powertrain Malfunction Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 9
Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 10
is first turned to the ON ENGINE position to check the bulb. Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the 10 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 11
warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your dealership. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your servicing dealership. 11 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 12
chapter. Engine coolant temperature: Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 12 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 13
the system serviced immediately. AIR SUSP CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km LOW FUEL O/D OFF CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km 13 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 14
trunk is open). CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver's door is opened. 14 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 15
Instrument Cluster Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is opened. GAUGES Standard instrument cluster gauges 15 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 16
100 120 80 140 90 160 30 40 0000000 100 110 20 10 180 20 0 0 0 MPH 0 km/h 200 120 • Optional instrument cluster S km km/h MPH Engine coolant temperature gauge: • Standard instrument cluster H TEMP C 16 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 17
0000000 100 110 20 10 180 20 0 0 0 MPH 0 km/h 200 120 • Optional instrument cluster Refer to Electronic Message Center in the Driver Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English. S km km/h MPH 17 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 18
): Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated by arrows), have the vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as possible. H VOLTS L 18 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 19
stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oil level. Add oil if L needed. If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified chapter for more information. F 12 / E 19 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 20
down/up. 3. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode. 4. Memory preset buttons: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. 1 2 3 AM/FM 3 4 20 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 21
: Press TONE until the desired level - Bass, Treble, Fade appears on the display. Turn the volume control to raise/lower the levels, or to move the audio sound from the right to left or the front . display. Press TUNE to decrease 21 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 22
4 VOL - PUSH ON FM1 ST BASS TREB BAL FADE FM TAPE AMS 11 SEEK 10 9 1 SCAN EJ TUNE SIDE mode, press AMS and hold to activate Automatic Music Search (allows you to quickly locate the beginning of the tape selection being played or to skip to the 22 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 23
. Tune: Works in radio mode only. / to change Press TUNE frequency down/up 11. Seek: Press and / for previous/next release strong station, selection or track. 12. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels. REW FF 23 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 24
/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode. / to 14. Bass: Press decrease/increase the bass output. / to 15. Treble: Press decrease/increase the treble output. 16. EJ (Eject): Press to eject a tape. EJ 17. Cassette door: Insert a cassette into the cassette door. 24 2005 Crown Victoria - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 25
/reverse in the current CD track. 3. TUNE: Press to manually go up ) or down ( ) the radio ( frequency. 4. MUTE: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media or turn the volume control to adjust the volume. 25 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 26
CD. If the disc is not removed within the allotted time, the system will automatically reload the CD and begin play. Note: The eject function will work strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 27
. AM: Press to select the AM frequency. 14. FM: Press to select the FM frequency. Press repeatedly to toggle between FM1 and FM2. 15. SHUF (Shuffle): Press to play all tracks on the current CD in random order. Press again to stop. 27 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 28
and/or audio system. 2. CD eject: Press to eject a CD. If the disc is not removed within the alloted time, the system will automatically reload the CD and begin play. Note: The eject function will work when the ignition is turned off. 28 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 29
or turn the volume control to adjust the volume. mode.) The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) recommend that FM radio broadcasters use RDS technology to transmit information. FM radio 29 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 30
CD passages together for a more consistent listening level when in CD mode. Press MENU repeatedly until SEL-TEXT control mode. Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 31
2 is playing. 11. SEEK: Press to access the next/previous radio station, tape selection or CD track. 12. REW (Rewind): Press to 3 4 rewind in tape or CD mode. REW FF FF (Fast forward): Press to fast forward in tape or CD mode. 31 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 32
installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit not available in Canada. 20. On/Off/Volume: Push to turn on/off; turn to adjust the volume levels. Note: With the ignition turned off, you may press the volume control to momentarily view the clock. 32 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 33
ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit available only in the continental United States. 33 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 34
ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit available only in the continental United States. 34 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 35
NAME or TYPE. Compression: Brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level when in CD mode. Press MENU until SEL-TEXT to enable the compression display when any of the preset controls are pressed. 35 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 36
Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks on the current CD. Press again to stop. SHUF (Shuffle): Press and hold to play the CD tracks in random order for the CD currently being played. Press again to stop. 36 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 37
-12 hours of play to maintain good sound/operation. Don't: • Expose tapes to direct sunlight, extreme humidity, heat or cold. • Leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being played. 37 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 38
pens may damage CDs. Please contact your dealer for further information. AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTY AND SERVICE Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician. 38 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 39
to "breathe" using the outside air inlet vents. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. 39 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 40
temperature controls. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, and outside or recirculated air to heat or cool the vehicle to the selected temperature. The fan speed will remain automatic unless the thumbwheel is turned. 40 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 41
flow selector in MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to "breathe" using the outside air inlet vents. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats. 41 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 42
Driver Controls chapter. Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside of the rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 42 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 43
lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the lowbeam headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the key must be in the ON position, • the parking brake released, and • the headlamp control is in the OFF or parking lamps position. 43 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 44
DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlamp and parklamp operation. • Rotate the thumbwheel from left to right to brighten the instrument panel. • Rotate the thumbwheel from right to left to dim the instrument panel. 44 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 45
the rocker controls next to each lamp. If equipped with Remote Keyless Entry, the courtesy lamp will illuminate whenever any door is opened and will remain on for 25 seconds after the door is shut or when the ignition is turned to the ON position. 45 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 46
are vented to equalize pressure. When moist air enters the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur. This condensation is normal and will clear within 45 minutes of headlamp operation. 46 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 47
bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the hood. 2. Remove the radiator cover by turning the three knobs to the unlock position. 47 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 48
Lights 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward. 4. Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise (when viewed protective cover over headlamps locking it in place with three knobs. 48 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 49
, follow the removal procedure in reverse order. 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 either bulb. 49 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 50
on the vehicle with three nut and washer assemblies ensuring the washers on the nuts are flush with the body to prevent water from entering the trunk. 8. Install the plastic retainer and carefully push the carpet back in to place. 50 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 51
trunk lid by turning clockwise. 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 up for access to the bulbs. 51 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 52
console from the headliner by pulling it straight down. 2. Remove the bulb socket from the back of the lamp housing by pulling it straight out. 3. Remove the bulb from the socket by pulling straight out. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 52 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 53
Windshield wiper/washer features The exterior lamps will turn on with the ignition on, Headlamp control in the Autolamp position and the windshield wipers are turned on. Changing the wiper blades winter for optimum performance 53 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 54
desired location. 3. Release the steering wheel release control. This will lock the steering wheel in position. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamp. 54 2005 Crown Victoria (cro - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 55
in the overhead console include a compass and HomeLink . To program the Homelink , refer to Homelink Wireless Control System it this chapter. Electronic compass display (if the ignition to the ON 13 position. 5 12 6 7 8 9 1011 55 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 56
near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy. 1. Turn ignition to the ON position. 2. Start the engine. 56 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 57
button until the compass directional heading is displayed. 2. Hold down the MODE button for 5 seconds to enter zone mode. The display will read PRESS RESET TO SET ZONE XX where XX is the current zone. 3. Release the MODE button. 57 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 58
1. Press and release the MODE button until the compass directional heading is displayed. 2. Hold down the MODE button for 10 seconds to enter the calibration mode. The display will read PRESS RESET TO DECAL. 3. Release the MODE button. 58 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 59
equipped) The HomeLink Wireless Control System, located on the overhead console, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters with a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gate operators - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 60
held transmitter signals into HomeLink . 2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 1-3 inches (2-8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program (located on your overhead console) while keeping the display in view. 60 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 61
button is pressed and released. Note: To program the remaining two HomeLink buttons, begin with step 2 in the "Programming" section - do not repeat step 1. 61 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 62
and then turn to a continuous light, proceed with steps 6 through 8 to complete programming of a rolling code equipped device. 6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the "learn" or "smart" button (usually near where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 63
(or learning) mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with step 2 in the "Programming" section. Reprogramming a single HomeLink button To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained, follow these steps: 63 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 64
point for five passenger vehicles is located in the floor console storage bin. For six passenger vehicles, the auxiliary power point is located under the cup holder and ashtray drawer in the center stack. Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Use the power point. Do - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 65
switch to stop. Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows. To lock out all the window controls except for the driver's press the left side of the control. Press the right side to restore the window controls. 65 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 66
inside rear view mirror (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with an inside rear view mirror with an auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal (high reflective) state to the non-glare 66 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 67
(48 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. Speed control does not work at speeds below 30 mph (48 km/h). Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. 67 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 68
(16 km/h) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed. 68 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 69
until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. You can also use the SET control to operate the Tap-Down function. Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). 69 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 70
) Audio control features In Radio mode: • Press NEXT to select the next preset station within the current radio band. In Tape mode: • Press NEXT to listen to the next selection on the tape. In CD mode: • Press NEXT to listen to the next track on the disc. 70 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 71
stop one-touch operation at the desired position, press the control in any direction and release. To close the moon roof: • Press and hold the control forward. • To close from the vent position, press and hold the control rearward. 71 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 72
EQUIPPED) The HomeLink Wireless Control System, located on the overhead console, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters with a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gate operators - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 73
to complete programming of a rolling code equipped device. 6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the "learn" or "smart" button (usually near where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the unit). 73 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 74
Controls on the brand of the garage door opener (or other rolling code equipped device), repeat this sequence a light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink accepts the radio frequency signal. • Proceed with Step 4 in the "Programming" section. 74 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 75
train (or learning) mode and can be programmed light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the HomeLink button, follow Step 2 in the "Programming" section. For questions or comments, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515. 75 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 76
Controls ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) The electronic message center only CHECK AIR SUSPENSION DOOR OVERDRIVE OFF AJAR works when the ignition is in the ON position. LOW km WASHER MILES The message center allows you to: FLUID /GAL • see problems such as door ajar, TRUNK AJAR LTR/100 km air - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 77
function: RESET E/M SELECT 1. Push either the right or left side of the SELECT control to choose the desired function. 2. Press the RESET control and the RESET E/M SELECT selected message center function will be reset to zero. 77 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 78
(40 km ) • 10 miles (16 km) The message center will remain in RESET E/M SELECT the DTE function until the SELECT control is pressed to change functions. DTE is calculated using a running on the fuel pumps at service stations 78 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 79
another • rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 gallons (liter) Press the RESET control while AVG RESET E/M SELECT ECON is displayed to reset the function. The average displayed is 0 miles (0 kilometers) per hour. 79 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 80
a variety of console features. These include: • Utility compartment • Power point (inside storage bin) • Cupholders • Air vents to the rear seating positions (heat only) Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. 80 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 81
the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. 81 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 82
one of the following actions: • Pressing the manual lock button on the door. • Operating the remote entry transmitter (if equipped). • Operating the keyless entry keypad (if equipped). • Operating the driver's door with a key. 82 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 83
a material that will 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. 83 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 84
Small children are particularly at risk. REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to user's authority to operate the equipment. 84 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 85
dealership in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem. Unlocking the doors 1. Press and release to unlock the driver's door. Note: The interior lamps will . 2. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 85 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 86
will not work with the transmission out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) if the ignition is in either the 2 (ACC) or 3 (ON) position. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. 86 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 87
and you would like to remove it from the vehicle's memory, or you would like to purchase additional remote transmitters and have them programmed to your vehicle: • Take all your vehicle's transmitters to your dealer for programming, or 87 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 88
inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the last door is closed, or after 10 minutes if the last door is left open. 88 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 89
doors when: • all doors are closed, • the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position, • the brake door unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to the 3 (ON) position. 6. The door locks will lock/unlock to confirm programming mode 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 90
the first personal code. 5. The doors will lock then unlock to confirm programming of the new code. To store a second personal code: 1. Enter the factory set code. 2. Within five seconds press 1 • 2 on the keypad to enter the programming mode. 90 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 91
factory-set code or personal code (each digit pressed within 5 seconds of prior digit). The interior lamps will illuminate. • To unlock all doors, enter the factory-set code or personal code (driver door unlocks) and press 3 • 4 within five seconds. 91 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 92
the engine. Theft indicator The theft indicator is the flashing red indicator located on the dash panel. • When the ignition is in the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position, the indicator will flash once every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock system is functioning as a theft deterrent. 92 2005 Crown Victoria - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 93
indicate normal system functionality. If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock system, service. Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching coded to your vehicle. Only SecuriLock keys can be used. To program a coded key yourself, you 93 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 94
, the new coded key(s) will not start the vehicle's engine and the theft indicator will flash on and off. You may repeat Steps 1 through 6. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the new spare key(s) programmed. 94 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 95
located control to lower head restraint. Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 95 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 96
to move 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 the vehicle severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 96 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 97
high or low heated seat switch enables heating mode. When activated, they will turn off automatically when the ignition is turned to the OFF position. The indicator light will illuminate when the heated seats have been activated. 97 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 98
power front seats - door mounted controls (if equipped) The controls for the power seats are located on the inside of each front door. Never adjust the collision. Press the control to recline the seatback forward or backward. 98 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 99
Seating and Safety Restraints 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. 99 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 100
Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors • Restraint system warning light and back-up tone • The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, and indicator lights 100 2005 Crown Victoria - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 101
sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very close to the airbag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, like infants 101 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 102
The safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions are designed to tighten the safety belts firmly against the occupant's body during a frontal or near-frontal collision. This maximizes the effectiveness 102 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 103
technician immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 103 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 104
driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. It is extremely dangerous a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them. 104 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 105
and remove the in a controlled manner. brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers. 105 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 106
locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 106 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 107
belt, push the button and slide the height adjuster up. Pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place. 107 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 108
a collision. Lap belts Adjusting the front center seat lap belt The lap belt should fit light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. 108 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 109
the passenger occupant classification sensor. Both the driver's light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off. The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off. 109 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 110
are buckled. The BeltMinder feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds, repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until the safety belts are buckled. 110 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 111
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, don't work" "Traffic is light" "Belts wrinkle my clothes" "The people I'm with don't wear belts" 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post- - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 112
and Safety Restraints Reasons given..."I have an airbag" Consider...Airbags offer greater protection when used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear , make sure that: • The parking brake is set 112 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 113
by the same supplier as the safety belt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended. 113 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 114
systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Inspect support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) 114 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 115
and the driver airbag module. Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. Ford Motor Company recommends that or death in the event of a collision. 115 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 116
to the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system, increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle. 116 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 117
to cause activation. Driver and passenger airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 117 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 118
diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits as well as the supplemental airbag electrical system wiring (including the impact sensors), the system wiring, the airbag system readiness light, the airbag back up power and the airbag ignitors. 118 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 119
airbag under certain conditions. The driver's airbag is not part of the front passenger sensing system. The front passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part according to the manufacturer's instructions, • the system 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 120
the front passenger frontal airbag is enabled (may inflate), the indicator light will be unlit. The indicator light is located on the instrument panel to the right of the radio over the glove box can increase the chance of 120 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 121
is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance section of this Owner's Guide. 121 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 122
The use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident. Do not lean your head on the door. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. 122 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 123
provided occupants in side impact collisions. The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation. 123 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 124
the problem and/or light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. 124 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 125
Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags they are eight years old. Check your local and state or center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder belt fit. 125 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 126
seats Children outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat when they have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning centered on the shoulder and chest? • Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? 126 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 127
booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield and use find a seating position that adequately supports your child's head, a high resting snugly on the center of the shoulder. The sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 128
. • Place seat back in upright position. • Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to Automatic locking mode (passenger side front and outboard rear seating positions) (if equipped) section in this chapter. 128 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 129
all of the manufacturer's instructions included with the safety airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. 129 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 130
lap belt together. 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. 130 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 131
will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode. 7. Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with your knee on the child seat. 131 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 132
remove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. To check accessory work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor. 132 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide ( - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 133
route the tether strap over the top of the seatback. 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. 4. Open the instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases. 133 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 134
child seat symbol. The anchors on both sides of the center of the rear seat are provided for child seats at instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments. Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown. 134 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 135
the child seat from side to side. Also try to tug the seat forward. Check to see if the anchors hold the seat in place. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases. 135 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 136
use on passenger cars. They do not Code of Federal Regulations Part in driving habits, service practices, and differences controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. 136 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 137
tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test of service, 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 138
tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. Inspecting your tires Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear and remove stones, nails, glass or other objects that may be wedged in the 138 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 139
tires Use a tire gauge to check the tire inflation pressure, including pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be control and accidents. A tire can lose up to half of its air located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. The cold 139 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 140
in the tire and cause an air leak. 7. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts or bulges. TIRE REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability. 140 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 141
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Additionally the use of non-recommended tires and wheels could cause steering, suspension, axle wheel air valves when the road while driving: • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 142
car washing equipment • Try to repair the T-type/mini spare tire Use of a T-type/mini spare tire at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking commercial car washing equipment 142 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 143
the parking brake is set, then block (in both directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. 143 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 144
tire On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. OFF Refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter of the Owner's Guide for more information. 144 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 145
a full wheelcover, remove the wheelcover center ornament then loosen the body. • Locate the jack locator mark (B) on the body (C) near the tire you are changing, then place the jack D (D) under the frame (A) of the vehicle aligning it with the mark (B). 145 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 146
the jack handle counterclockwise. 11. Remove the jack and fully 1 tighten the lug nuts in the order shown. Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this 3 4 chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification. 5 2 146 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 147
air suspension switch (if equipped). WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km) after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal brake control. 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 148
tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that may be used for service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. Note: If your tire size does not begin with a letter this may are listed in the following chart. 148 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 149
means the 25th week of 2001. The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability. This information is used to contact customers if a located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 149 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 150
of the driver's door. The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 150 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 151
for service on light axle (a total of six or more tires on the vehicle). 4. Maximum Load Single lb. (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 151 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 152
that is intended for temporary service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. 2. 145: located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer section. 152 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 153
adverse (wet, snowy, etc.) conditions. Visually check your tires for uneven wear, looking for high and low areas or unusually smooth areas. Also check for signs of tire damage. When the tread is requiring the tire to be replaced. 153 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 154
is under-inflated or damaged, deflate it, remove wheel and replace it with your spare tire at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer check the wheel alignment periodically. Wheel misalignment in suspension (if equipped) may require alignment of all four wheels. 154 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 155
life. Unless otherwise specified, rotate the tires approximately every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) 155 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 156
technician at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Note: Your vehicle may need to use snow tires and chains. 156 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 157
passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight - is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. 157 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 158
maximum payload for the vehicle as built by the assembly plant. If any aftermarket or dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle, the weight of the can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 158 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 159
Tires, Wheels and Loading Example only: Cargo Weight - includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. 159 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 160
control and personal injury. Note: For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your dealership. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 160 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 161
Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. The GVW must ' braking system is rated for operation at GVWR, not at GCWR. Separate functional brakes should be used for safe control of 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 162
Steps for determining the correct load limit: 1. Locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants and trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 163
's engine, transmission, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components carefully after towing. Your loaded trailer should weigh no more than 2,000 lb. (907 kg). Do not exceed the GVWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. 163 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 164
system directly to your vehicle's brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase. The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR. 164 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 165
sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. See your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps. Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 166
a qualified technician. See your local dealer for driveshaft removal/installation. Improper removal/installation of the driveshaft can cause transmission fluid loss, damage to the driveshaft and internal transmission components. 166 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 167
not start your vehicle in 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. 167 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 168
and their proper usage, refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 3. Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 4. Make sure the parking brake is set. HOOD 168 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 169
L 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 1 / 2 - + LTR/100 km AVG FUEL ECONOMY TRIP A TRIP B AVG SPEED C E PRN D 21 Make sure the corresponding lights - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 170
fumes. Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time, open the windows at least one inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air. 170 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 171
and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle's anti-lock brake system. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by a qualified service technician. 171 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 172
anti-lock BRAKE brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the ! P brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released. (If your brake warning lamp illuminates, have your vehicle serviced immediately.) 172 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 173
pedal. 3. Move the gearshift from the P (Park) position to one of the forward gears (the parking brake will not release automatically when you shift into reverse). The brake pedal must remain pressed while the gearshift is moved. 173 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 174
be detected by the Traction Control portion of the ABS computer. Any 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 - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 175
adaptive module, or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. To prevent damage to the power steering system, never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until it stops) for more than a few seconds when the engine is running. 175 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 176
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 176 2005 Crown Victoria - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 177
vehicle's brakelamps are not operating properly. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. If the fuse is not blown, perform the following procedure: 1. Apply the parking brake, turn the ignition to 2 (ACC). 177 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 178
position unless the brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in the ON position and the brake pedal depressed: 1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key to LOCK, then remove the key. 178 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 179
. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working. Always set the parking brake fully and make put your vehicle in gear: • Start the engine 179 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 180
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave by pressing the transmission control switch on the gearshift lever. O/D OFF 180 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 181
towing and when engine braking is required. • To return to O/D (overdrive mode), press the transmission control switch. The O/D OFF lamp will not be illuminated. • O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turned off. 181 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 182
engine braking. lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine axle could result in a permanent reduction in effectiveness. This loss of effectiveness does not affect normal driving and should not be noticeable to the driver. 182 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 183
light pressure on the brake pedal. Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage. Have the fluid checked and, if water is found, replace the fluid. 183 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 184
. In Canada, the card is found in the Owner Information Guide in the glove compartment. U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1-800-521-4140. 184 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 185
Ford Motor lights control is located on top of the steering column. • Depress hazard lights control to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously. • Depress control engine cranks but does not start, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been activated. 185 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 186
system. FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. 186 15 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 187
Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering 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. 187 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 188
Ignition (ON) - Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Speed control deactivation switch, Stop signal, Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) (column-shift transmission) 3 10A 4 5 10A 10A 188 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 189
Ignition (START) - Audio Ignition (ON) - A/C mode switch (manual A/C only), Blend door, DDM, Heated seat modules, Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) module 189 9 10 11 20A 5A 10A 12 13 14 15 10A 10A 10A 7.5A 16 17 18 15A 10A 10A 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 190
) Mirror heaters, Rear defroster switch indicator Fire suppression module (if equipped) (Police vehicles only) Rear defroster 23 24 15A 10A 25 26 10A 10A 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 Relay 1 190 20A 10A 15A 15A 15A 20A 10A 10A Full ISO relay 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 191
101 118 114 110 106 102 202 22 20 302 301 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 21 19 17 15 13 11 9 7 5 3 1 The high-current fuses are coded as follows. 191 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 192
only) Instrument panel power point Stop lamp switch Heated seats Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) module Not used Not used Injectors PCM, Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor Powertrain loads and sensors Not used Not used Radio mute Blower relay feed 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 193
commercial vehicles only) ABS module (Valves) Wiper module Police PDB or Police I/P accessory battery feed (Police vehicles only) Air suspension compressor (non-Police vehicles only) Police PDB relay feed (Police vehicles only) Police light bar or Police Trunk accessory battery feed (Police vehicles - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 194
(police vehicles only) A/C clutch PCM Horn, Door latch Power seats, Lumbar, Decklid RUN/ACC relay (windows) (non-police vehicles only) RUN/ACC relay feed (windows and decklid) (police vehicles only) * Mini fuse ** Cartridge fuse 194 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 195
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 on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges. Turn all other accessories off. 195 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 196
. 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 assisting battery. 196 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - - - + - + + + - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 197
fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 197 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 198
metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle's battery. 198 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - - - - + + + + - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 199
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. 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 200
, vehicle damage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. 200 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 201
dealership to help you. In the United States: Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P.O. Box 6248 Dearborn, MI 48121 1-800-392-3673 (FORD) (TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952) www.customersaskford.com 201 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 202
• The vehicle identification number (VIN) Additional Assistance If you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute, you may wish to contact the Dispute Settlement Board (U.S.). 202 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 203
replacement vehicle. California Civil Code Section 1793.22(b) presumes of the vehicle) OR 3. The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of more than Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 203 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide ( - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 204
the vehicle. Eligibility may differ according to state law. For example, see the unique brochures for California, West Virginia, Georgia and Wisconsin purchasers/lessees. 204 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 205
Motor Company. • The names (if known) of all the people you contacted at the dealership(s). • A description of the action you expect to resolve your concern. You will receive a letter of explanation if your application does not qualify for Board review. 205 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 206
Center P.O. Box 6248 Dearborn, Michigan 48121 UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealerships. In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the 206 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 207
of more than 4,600 participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealers. If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since this 207 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 208
address with Ford Motor Company Worldwide Direct Market Operations. ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER'S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at: HELM, INCORPORATED P.O. Box 07150 Detroit, Michigan 48207 208 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 209
check or money order.) Obtaining a French owner's guide French Owner's Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. 209 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA ( - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 210
" or stain the parts over time. PAINT CHIPS Your dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle's color. Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver's door jamb) to your dealer to ensure you get the correct color. 210 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 211
. • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components. • Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. 211 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 212
engine. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts available from your dealer. 212 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 213
clean any parts. • Wiper the air Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54). • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14). 213 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 214
the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit (ZC-11-D), available body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your 214 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 215
: Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42) Motorcraft Car Care Kit (ZC-26) Motorcraft Car Wash (Canada only) ( Cloth (ZC-24) Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (U.S. only) (ZC-20) Motorcraft Engine Shampoo (Canada only) (CXC 215 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 216
engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels. Working with the engine on 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 216 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 217
is located 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 1. 2. 3. 4. Brake fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Windshield washer fluid reservoir Air filter assembly 217 2005 Crown Victoria - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 218
system may harm engine and cooling system components. ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 218 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 219
indicator fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is within this range, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. 219 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 220
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise until three clicks can be heard. To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. 220 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 221
material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. 221 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 222
can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery, always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide proper ventilation. 222 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 223
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 - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 224
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 calibrated gauges to work properly. 224 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 225
and vehicle location. Adding engine coolant When adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water. Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir, when the engine is cool, until the appropriate fill level is obtained. 225 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 226
with a non-pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the "FULL COLD" level. For all other vehicles which have a 226 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 227
engine damage. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. 227 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 228
adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive. 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. 228 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 229
a 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: 229 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 230
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 cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out and injure you or others. 230 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 231
may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15 minutes and seek is 231 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 232
you and others: Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; Turn off your engine when you are refueling; Do not smoke if position. Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/4 turn on/off feature. 232 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 233
fuel. In Canada, many fuels contain metallic additives, but fuels free of such additives may be available; check with your local fuel dealer. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can damage critical fuel system components. 233 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 234
Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated "cleaner-burning" gasolines to improve air quality. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components. 234 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 235
engine. • Your "Check Engine" indicator 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 . 235 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 236
when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling, an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running. • Use the same of variables and improve your fuel economy. 236 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 237
Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. • You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried). 237 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 238
standards. To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly: • Use only the specified Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting 238 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 239
engine soon light to illuminate. Examples are: 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.) 2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel. 3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened. See Fuel filler cap in this chapter. 239 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 240
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 between H and C). 240 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 241
To obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating temperature (approximately 20 miles [30 km]). If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic during hot 241 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 242
km) of driving. You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is above 50°F (10°C). However, if fluid is added at this time, an overfill condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating temperature. 242 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 243
may cause internal transmission component damage. If necessary, add fluid in 1/2 pint (250 ml) increments through the filler tube until the level is correct. 243 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 244
and cover. This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly seated. 6. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps. 7. Replace the air inlet tube and secure the clamp. 244 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 245
with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used. 2 245 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 246
dipstick's normal operating range. Police or Handling Package refill capacity-12.1L (12.8 quarts). 4 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. 246 Fluid Engine oil (includes filter change)6 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 247
A1 and NM), VC-7-B (CA, OR and NM) Motorcraft SAE XO-5W20-QSP WSS-M2C930-A 5W-20 Premium (US) with API Synthetic Blend CXO-5W20-LSP12Certification Motor Oil (US) (Canada) Mark Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) 247 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 248
Axle Lubricant Motorcraft Premuim Windshield Washer Concentrate XL-1 XT-2-QDX XT-5-QM none MERCON MERCON V XY-80W90-QL WSP-M2C197-A ZC-32-A WSB-M8B16-A2 1 Use only brake to determine the correct service interval. 3 2 248 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 249
Required fuel Firing order Ignition system Spark plug gap Compression ratio 4.6L V8 engine 281 87 octane 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 Coil on plug 0.052-0.056 inch (1.32-1.42mm )/58.9 (1495)a 114.6 (2911)/120.8 (3067)a 63.4 (1610) 65.6 (1666) 249 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 250
THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. VIN: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXX TYPE: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXX EXT PNT: XXXXXX XXXXXX RC: XX DSO: XXXX BAR INT TR TP/PS R AXLE TR SPR X XX XXX X XX X XXXX UPC ∇F85B-1520472-AB 250 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 251
5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and transfer case (if equipped). 251 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 252
Certification Label . The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents. Code W X Description Four-speed automatic overdrive (4R70E) Livonia Four-speed automatic overdrive (4R70E) Sharonville 252 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 253
Deflectors Front end covers Headlamps, fog lights and Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) Splash guards Interior style Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors Floor mats Lifestyle Bike racks Cargo organization and management 253 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 254
not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in the area of the driver's side hood. • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 254 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 255
Index A ABS (see Brakes) ...171 Air cleaner filter ...244-245 Air conditioning ...40 Air suspension ...176 description ...176 Airbag supplemental restraint system ...114-115, 122 and child safety seats ...117 description ...115, 122 disposal ...125 driver airbag ...117, 123 indicator light ...122, - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 256
capacities ...246 service points ...217 starting after a collision ...185 Engine block heater ...170 Engine oil ...218 change oil soon warning, message center ...218 checking and adding ...218 dipstick ...218 filter, specifications ...221, 245 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 257
Safety seats) ...128 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...240 Instrument panel cleaning ...213 cluster ...10 lighting up panel and interior ...44 J Jack ...141 positioning ...141 storage ...141 Jump-starting your vehicle ...195 257 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 258
signal) ...45 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...172 Limited slip axle (see Traction Loc) ...182 Load limits ...157 Locks autolock ...89 childproof ...83 doors ...82 Lubricant specifications ...247, 249 Lug nuts ...147 Lumbar support, seats ...97 M Message center ...76 258 - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 259
FM single CD ...27 AM/FM stereo ...21 AM/FM/Cassette ...22 AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ...36 AM/FM/Tape/CD ...31 Spark plugs, specifications ...245, 249 Specification chart, lubricants ...247, 249 Speed control ...137 treadwear ...136, 153 259 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 260
...170 W Warning lights (see Lights) ...10 Washer fluid ...218 Water, Driving through ...183 Windows power ...65 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ...53 checking and adding fluid ...218 replacing wiper blades ...53 Wrecker towing ...200 260 2005 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 261
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Introduction
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Instrument Cluster
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AM/FM stereo
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Automatic temperature control
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Lights
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Headlamps
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Bulb replacement
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Steering wheel adjustment
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Table of Contents
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2005 Crown Victoria
(cro)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
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