2002 Lincoln Town Car Owner Guide 1st Printing
2002 Lincoln Town Car Manual
2002 Lincoln Town Car manual content summary:
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) CD changer 19 19 26 38 Climate Controls Electronic automatic temperature control 43 43 Lights Headlamps Bulb replacement 49 49 53 Driver Controls Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Message center 59 60 62 63 77 Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 88 88 88 90 1 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 2
Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 102 102 106 121 128 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 136 136 140 143 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 3
230 230 Accessories Index 234 237 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 4
on acquiring your new Lincoln. Please take the time ford.com In Canada: www.ford.ca In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx In Australia: www.ford.com.au Additional owner information is given in separate publications. This Owner's Guide Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle. 4 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 5
automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 6
speeds frequently. This is recommended to give the moving parts a chance to break in. SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner's Guide. Special instructions For the instructions of the equipment manufacturers. Please read the section Air bag in - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - 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 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 8
Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Master Lighting Switch Child Seat Child Seat Tether Anchorage Anti-Lock Brake System Traction Control Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 9
Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid 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 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 10
E/M 180 < FILL ON LEFT H SERVICE ENGINE SOON MPH km/h F AIR BAG 1 2 P R N D 2 1 E BRAKE Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 11
driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold serviced at the first available opportunity. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 12
). With the ABS light on, the ABS is disabled and normal braking is still functional. Air bag readiness Illuminates to confirm that the air bags (front or side) are operational. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. Safety - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 13
your vehicle serviced. Trac active Illuminates when the Traction Control system is active. It will be lit for a minimum of four seconds or for the duration of the Traction Control event. For more information, refer to the Driving chapter. TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION km O/D OFF - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 14
km O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL CIRCLE SLOWLY COMPASS Air suspension Illuminates when the air suspension switch is turned OFF or the air suspension system requires servicing. TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION km O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL CIRCLE SLOWLY COMPASS Washer - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 15
light does not come on or the light flashes steadily, have your vehicle serviced as lights are turned on. If the lights stay on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out bulb. High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 16
Cluster Trunk ajar Illuminates when the trunk is not completely closed. This light will flash five times and sound a tone for one second, then the light remains on. TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION km O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL CIRCLE SLOWLY COMPASS Safety belt warning - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 17
DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION km O/D OFF TRAC SPEED TRIP A B E/M 180 < FILL ON LEFT H SERVICE ENGINE SOON MPH km/h F AIR BAG 1 2 P R N D 2 1 E BRAKE Engine or hot. Steam and scalding liquid from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. This gauge indicates the temperature of - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 18
80 90 100 110 120 20 10 40 MPH km/h Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION km O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL CIRCLE SLOWLY COMPASS 18 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 19
6 Your vehicle is equipped with a delayed accessory feature. This feature enables the audio playing media to continue playing up to 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off, or until a door is opened. Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. VOL - PUSH ON - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 20
Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system's bass output. BASS Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system's treble output. TREB Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 21
Entertainment Systems 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. - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 22
Entertainment Systems AM/FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the AM control to select from AM - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 23
Entertainment Systems • • to decrease hours and to increase hours. To set the minute, 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. • Press to move to the next frequency up - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 24
Entertainment Systems 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 played or to skip to the next selection. TAPE To - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 25
Entertainment Systems 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 Dolbyா noise reduction Dolby noise reduction operates only - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 26
) BASS SEL VOL PUSH ON CD TAPE EJ TREB FADE BAL RDS MUTE SEEK TUNE SCAN AUTO AM FM REW FF SIDE 1.2 COMP SHUFF 1 2 3 4 5 6 ALPINEா AUDIO SYSTEM WITH AM/FM STEREO CASSETTE (CD CHANGER COMPATIBLE) BASS SEL VOL PUSH ON TREB BAL FADE CD TAPE EJ RDS DSP MUTE SEEK TUNE SCAN - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 27
Systems 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 delayed accessory feature. This feature enables the audio volume automatically changes - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 28
. Use the SEL control to increase or decrease the amount of bass. Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system's treble output. Press the TREB control. Use the SEL control to increase or decrease the amount of treble. BASS SEL TREB BASS SEL TREB 28 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 29
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 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 30
Entertainment Systems Seek function for CD changer • Press to seek to the previous tape. The tape will scan in a forward direction. At the end of the tape's first side, direction automatically reverses to the opposite side of the tape. To stop on a particular selection, press the SCAN control again. - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 31
Entertainment Systems AM/FM select in radio mode The AM/FM control allows you 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 you travel between cities with different radio - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 32
all store the last strong station available. To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system's manually set memory stations, press the control again. Setting the clock with radio data system (RDS) feature (if equipped) This feature applies to vehicles not equipped with a separate, instrument - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 33
Entertainment Systems Rewind The and CD modes (if equipped). 2 • In the tape mode, tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached. • In CD mode, pressing 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 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 34
4 hiss and static during tape playback. Press the control to activate (and deactivate) Dolby noise reduction. The Dolby noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Labratories - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 35
Entertainment Systems • Use SEEK, TUNE or radio presets 1 through 6 to select a phone number previously programmed in the phone. • Press the phone/ -church with a high vault. • STADIUM-outdoor stadium with a capacity of about 30 000. • NEWS-"voice-only" type of sound with a limited audio band. 35 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 36
• REAR SEATS Use the SELECT control to change the equalization to the desired mode. RDS DSP SEL Radio data system (RDS) feature This feature allows your audio system to receive station identification or program type from RDS-equipped FM radio stations. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 37
Entertainment Systems • 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 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 38
Entertainment Systems • Use the SEL control to select TYPE (the display shows the program type), NAME (the display shows the call letters of the station) or NONE. CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED) Your CD changer is located in the trunk. 1. Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine. SEL 2. Press to - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 39
Entertainment Systems 4. Insert one disc into each CD tray of the magazine (up to 6 discs). Ensure that the label side is facing up. If you pull too - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 40
Entertainment Systems Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the (odd shaped or sized) discs, or discs with removable labels into the CD player as jamming may occur. TROUBLESHOOTING THE CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED) The laser beam used in the compact disc player is harmful to the eyes. - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 41
Entertainment Systems Do not insert any promotional (odd shaped or sized) discs, or discs with removable labels into the CD player as jamming may occur. CLEANING CASSETTE - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 42
frequency is displayed. The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if it will improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo. AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTIES AND SERVICE Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 43
. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location and if outside air or recirculated air is required. Fan speed remains automatic unless the fan speed control is pressed or the steering wheel fan speed control (if equipped) is pressed. When in AUTO and weather conditions require - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 44
Controls If unusual conditions exist (i.e.-window fogging, etc.), the manual override controls allow you to select airflow locations and the fan until a cooler temperature is selected by pressing the temperature control. Temperature conversion at Press MAX A/C and FRONT the same time (for one second - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 45
automatic control, press AUTO. The air conditioning compressor can . It will also operate only when required operate in all modes except when AUTO has been selected. However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher. Since the air conditioner - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 46
air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. The air the outside air temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging. OFF-Outside air is shut - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 47
manual on the radio due to differences in vehicle and station locations. Operating tips • In humid weather, select (Defrost) system to be free from contamination of outside pollutants. • If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during warm weather conditions, the air conditioner - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 48
stale air out of the vehicle. Then operate the air conditioner as control system. To aid in defogging/demisting in cold weather conditions: The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel. automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the OFF position. To manually - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 49
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 the AUTO lights on for a preselected period of LAMP time after the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 50
lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system will automatically . • Pull toward you to deactivate. HI LO F S OFF Flash to pass Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate. HI - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 51
Lights AIMING THE HEADLAMPS Your vehicle is equipped with a Vehicle Headlamp Aim Device (VHAD) on each headlamp. Each headlamp may be properly aimed in the vertical (up/down) and the horizontal (left/right) directions using your VHAD system protective cover, then locate the horizontal indicator and - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 52
Lights Turning the horizontal adjusting screw in the direction of the arrow changes the horizontal aim as shown. Vertical aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. 2. With the hood open, remove protective cover, then locate the bubble level and the vertical adjustment screw. The - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 53
activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal. HI LO F S OFF INTERIOR LAMPS Rear courtesy/reading lamps The courtesy lamp lights when: • any door is opened. • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF. With the ignition key in the ACC - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 54
in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized "D.O.T." for North America and an "E" for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 55
Lights Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position. 2. Open the hood. 3. Twist the plastic knobs and remove - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 56
stop." 3. Connect the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base until it snaps, locking it into position. 4. Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly. If the the proper holes and into the guides. 6. Install protective cover on vehicle locking it in place with knobs. 56 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 57
Lights Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position. 2. Open the hood. 3. Twist the plastic knobs - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 58
Lights Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs 1. Remove the lamp cover by prying up. 2. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly. 3. Carefully pull the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 59
windshield wiper control is in the interval, LO or HI position. The lights will remain in on until 30 seconds after the wipers are turned off. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades. Checking the wiper blades If - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 60
. 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 arm. 3. Attach - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 61
Driver Controls Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) To turn on the visor mirror lamps, lift the mirror cover. CLOCK (IF EQUIPPED) If your vehicle is not equipped with an instrument panel mounted clock, refer to Setting the Clock - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 62
outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. The auxiliary power point is located under the instrument panel. This outlet should be used in place of the cigarette lighter for optional electrical accessories. POWER WINDOWS Express down To make the driver window open fully without holding the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 63
lights (glare) reach the mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from front or behind, it will automatically adjust support arm has two pivot points which lets you adjust the mirror UP or DOWN and from SIDE to SIDE. Press the control to turn the mirror on or off. The mirror will automatically - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 64
Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. L R 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated. Do not remove ice from the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 65
Driver Controls SPEED CONTROL To turn speed control on • Press ON. Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km/h (30 mph). Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neutral) with the speed control on. Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 66
Driver Controls If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may 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 a downhill. If your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed while - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 67
Driver Controls • Depress the brake pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is reached, press SET ACCEL. RES SET ACCEL COAST To disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal. Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed. Pressing OFF will erase the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 68
Driver Controls Indicator light Indicator message This message is displayed in the Message Center when either the SET ACCEL or RES/RESUME controls are pressed. It turns off when - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 69
with a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most current transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gates, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting. When programming your HomeLink Universal Transceiver, to a garage door or gate be - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 70
parked in the garage. 1. Prepare for programming the HomeLink Universal Transceiver by erasing the three factory default codes by holding down the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. 2. Hold the end of your hand-held transmitter 5-14 cm - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 71
light flashes rapidly and then turns solid after two seconds. After completing the "Programming" functions, follow these steps to train a garage door opener with the rolling code feature: 1. Locate the training button on the garage door motor head unit. Refer to the garage door opener manual - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 72
the indicator light begins to flash rapidly, release both buttons. The previous device has now been erased and the new device can be activated by pushing the HomeLink button that has just been programmed. Canadian Programming During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 73
-held transmitter button every two seconds until the red light changes from a slow to a fast flash. VEHICLE COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The Vehicle Communication System is designed to provide a variety of safety enhancing services and offers access to hands-free calling through the Vehicle - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 74
. 2. AUTOMATIC AIR BAG NOTIFICATION - If the air bag deploys, the Vehicle Communication system automatically places a call to the Lincoln Response Center and a representative will dispatch help to your location immediately if requested. If the specialist is unable to reach you, the emergency service - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 75
using the audio system controls. VOL PUSH ON First Owner/First Time Activation • After receiving the wireless phone and welcome kit, please System will not function without an activated wireless phone with Sprint PCS. The wireless phone may be purchased through Lincoln dealerships. Wireless service - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 76
of the cellular systems • Connection limited by atmospheric and topographical conditions • Connection limited by cellular network capabilities and infrastructure • The wireless phone must have an active wireless service plan with Sprint PCS and docked in the docking station located in the center - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 77
. The message center allows you to: • see problems such as door ajar TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR and trunk ajar. CIRCLE TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION SLOWLY • see the compass direction. • check the on/off status of air suspension and speed control systems. km O/D OFF TRAC ACTIVE SPEED CONTROL COMPASS • see - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 78
drive near large CIRCLE buildings, bridges, power lines and TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION SLOWLY powerful broadcast antenna. km Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, of operating your vehicle in normal conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual calibration may be necessary. Refer - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 79
structures and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Start the vehicle. 2. Locate the compass module and the CALIBRATION BUTTON mounted on the center rear view mirror post - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 80
CIRCLE CIRCLE SLOWLY is displayed on the TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION SLOWLY message center. km 4. Release pressure from • differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at service stations • variations in procedure requires the vehicle speed control system to be set to highway speeds - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 81
the vehicle at least 8 km (5 miles) with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average. 5. Record the highway fuel economy drive DIST TO EMPTY with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions. AVG SPEED Remember to turn the ignition OFF TRIP A B when refueling - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 82
out of fuel • 40 km (25 miles) • 16 km (10 miles) If "CO" or "CS" is displayed, there is a problem with the fuel indication system and you should contact your dealer for service as soon as possible. AVG speed To use this function, select AVG SPEED and press the RESET control. Your average - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 83
automatic upshifts and downshifts through all available gears. Deactivating overdrive Press the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) located on the end of O/D ON/OFF the gearshift lever. The Transmission Control Indicator Light vehicle, the transmission will automatically return to normal (Overdrive) - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 84
is inoperative, open the trunk, then pull the override release handle located inside the trunk to open the fuel filler door. MEMORY SEATS/REARVIEW MIRRORS/ADJUSTABLE PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) This system allows automatic SET positioning of the driver seat, outside rearview mirrors, and 2 1 adjustable - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 85
control. To program the memory settings to remote entry transmitter, refer to Remote entry system in the CLocks and Security chapter. REAR CENTER CONSOLE FEATURES (IF EQUIPPED) The rear Radio/climate controls Refer to Steering Wheel Controls in this chapter for operation instructions. NEXT MODE 85 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 86
Radio/climate controls lockout The rear radio/climate control feature can be locked out by pressing the 3 and the 5 buttons on the radio move the front passenger seat forward or backward using the control located in the rear center console. Move the control forward or backward to move front passenger seat - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 87
The window lockout control, located WINDOW LOCK on the drivers door, will also lockout the remote seat adjustment. To lock out the remote seat adjustment eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 88
when the doors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door. Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors. Move lock control up to engage the childproof lock. Move control down to disengage - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 89
event they become locked inside the luggage compartment. Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release the luggage compartment following brief exposure to ambient light. The "T" shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door (lid) - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 90
Locks and Security REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 91
3 times. 3. Turn ignition key from ON to OFF. 4. Press power door unlock control 3 times. 5. Turn ignition key back to ON. The doors will lock and unlock. 6. Press unlock control twice within 5 seconds. The horn will chirp twice upon successful toggling of the horn chirp feature. 7. Turn ignition to - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 92
Locks and Security The remote entry system A decrease in operating range can be caused by: • weather conditions • nearby radio towers • structures around the vehicle • other vehicles transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART. 2. Place the positive (+) side of - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 93
Locks and Security Replacing lost transmitters Take all your vehicle's transmitters to your dealer if service is system automatically turns off after 25 seconds after the UNLOCK button on the remote transmitter is pressed or when the ignition is turned to the START or ACC position. The inside lights - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 94
unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition key back to ON. The doors will lock and unlock. 6. Press the power door unlock control. The horn will chirp once /adjustable pedals feature (if equipped) The remote keyless entry system can also control the seat/mirrors/adjustable pedals feature. With - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 95
Locks and Security Press the control once to unlock the driver's door and move the 2. Press any control on the remote entry transmitter. 2 1 3. Within five seconds, press the SET control again. Manually moving any seat, mirror or pedal during these steps will cancel the programming procedure. 95 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 96
Your vehicle has a factory-set 5-digit code that operates the keyless entry system. You can also program your own 5-digit personal entry code. The factory-set code is located: • on the owner's wallet card in the glove compartment • taped to the computer module • or at your dealer When pressing the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 97
3. Press and hold 1/2 for two seconds. Unlocking the doors and releasing the trunk with the keyless entry system To unlock the driver door, enter either the factory-set code or personal code (each digit pressed within five seconds of prior digit). The interior lamps will illuminate. To unlock all - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 98
compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 3 (OFF) or 2 (LOCK) position. The indicator light on the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 99
can cause a momentary NO-START 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 to make sure the coded key is an approved Lincoln coded key. 99 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 100
programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to prevent an unforeseen inconvenience. The correct coded key must be used for your vehicle. The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a "NO-START" condition. If an unprogrammed key is used in the ignition it will cause a "NO START - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 101
to 3 (OFF) then 2 (LOCK) and remove the second coded key from the ignition. 5. Within ten seconds of removing the second coded key, insert the new unprogrammed key . 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 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 102
properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible. to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 103
desired position has been reached. Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 104
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. 104 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 105
located on the rear door panels and operate like the front heated seats. Refer to the Heated Seats section in this chapter for instructions on operating the rear heated seats. Easy access/easy out feature (if equipped) This feature automatically moves the driver's - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 106
system allows automatic SET positioning of the driver seat, outside rearview mirrors, and 2 1 adjustable pedals to three programmable positions. The memory seat control is located the risk of air bag-related injuries. The system is able to analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 107
Seating and Safety Restraints Front crash severity sensor. Restraints Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors. Restraint system warning light and back-up tone. The electrical wiring for the air bags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 108
If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, there will be a label located under the front passenger seat which is marked "OCS". Alternatively, you may take your vehicle to any Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer for assistance. For air bags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and this - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 109
the condition of the system. Refer to 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 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 110
, 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 in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 111
and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seat safety belts have two types of locking modes described below: 111 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 112
an impact of approximately 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers. Automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 113
the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford Motor automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. After any vehicle collision, the seat belt system at all outboard seating positions (except driver, which has no "automatic locking - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 114
down. To raise the height of the shoulder belt, slide the height adjuster up. Pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place. Position the shoulder belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 115
and Safety Restraints The lap belt does not adjust automatically. Insert the tongue into the correct buckle ( 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 sounds to remind the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 116
Seating 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...The driver's safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding...The driver's safety belt is - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 117
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 around. "I'm not going far" "Belts are uncomfortable - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 118
MORE people. Children and younger brothers/sisters imitate behavior they see. Air bags offer greater protection when used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or the parking brake is set • the gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) 118 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 119
four times per second for three seconds, followed by three seconds with the safety belt warning light off, then followed by flashing the safety belt warning light four times per second for three seconds again. 9. After receiving confirmation, the deactivation/activation procedure is complete. 119 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 120
that can be added (part number 611C22). This assembly Manufacturer identification is located at the end of Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide the above conditions could - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 121
records information about the air bag and sensor systems. In the event of a collision this module may save information related to the collision including information about the air bag system and impact severity. This information will assist Ford Motor Company in the servicing vehicle and helping to - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 122
air bag module. Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury. Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 123
in this guide. Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision. Air bags can - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 124
the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. The SRS consists of: • driver and passenger air bag modules (which include the inflators and air bags). • side air bags (if equipped). Refer to Side air bag system later in this chapter. • one or more impact and safing sensors. 124 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 125
until 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. Side air bag system (if equipped - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 126
service, repair, or modify the air bag supplemental restraint system, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an air bag. See your Ford or Lincoln airbag deployment. • The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front air bags. • Two crash sensors located - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 127
service manual. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Air bag readiness - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 128
the problem and 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. Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 129
always wear safety belts. Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle. If the lap and shoulder belts on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford recommends use of a belt-positioning booster seat that is labelled as - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 130
instructions with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision. When installing a child safety seat: • Review and follow the information presented in the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 131
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, move the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 132
through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert is latched securely by pulling on it. 5. To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 133
automatic locking mode (you should not be able to pull more belt out). If the retractor is not locked, anchoring point. Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the located behind the seats as described below. The tether anchors in your vehicle are located - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 134
, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts, otherwise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback. 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. 4. Open the tether anchor cover. 134 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 135
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 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 136
LOCK, locks the steering wheel, 2 automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal. 1 3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel. 4. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 137
fumes in this chapter for more instructions. If you smell exhaust fumes . Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine's idle revolutions idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked. Do not headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 3. Make sure the gearshift - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 138
the key turns freely. This condition may occur 2 when: • front TRAC OFF AIR SUSPENSION km O/D SERVICE ENGINE SOON MPH km/h F AIR BAG 1 2 P R N D 2 1 E BRAKE Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. light - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 139
be plugged in the night before starting the vehicle. To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 140
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 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 141
Driving Anti-lock brake system (ABS) On vehicles equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS), a noise from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking events. Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel, - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 142
when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up, remains 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 BRAKE braking is still effective unless the ! brake - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 143
and mechanical elements already present in the anti-lock braking system (ABS). Wheel-speed sensors allow excess rear wheel spin to 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 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 144
vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level (below the MIN mark on the reservoir). If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort. If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition could be caused by any of - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 145
service technician. AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM The air suspension system is designed to improve ride, handling and general vehicle performance during: • certain road conditions • steering maneuvers • braking • accelerations This system keeps the rear of your vehicle at a constant level by automatically - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 146
AUTOMATIC the brake pedal depressed: 1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key to LOCK, then remove the key. 2. Insert the key and turn it to OFF. reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the service technician. 146 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 147
Driving Driving with a 4-speed automatic transmission Understanding gearshift positions To put your vehicle P (Park). Make sure the gearshift lever is securely latched in P (Park). This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. Always set the parking brake fully and - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 148
transmission control indicator light (TCIL) will illuminate on the instrument cluster. O/D ON/OFF TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR AIR SUSPENSION km O/D The O/D OFF indicator light will no longer be illuminated. Each time the vehicle is started, the transmission will automatically return to normal Overdrive - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 149
slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under normal conditions, the Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle. Extended use of other than may be limited and if the ignition system gets wet, your engine may stall. Water may also enter your engine - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 150
the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars). Once through the water, always try the moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. not include occupants or aftermarket equipment. • Payload: Weight Rating): Carrying capacity for each axle system. The GAWR is specific to each - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 151
907 kg (2 000 lbs). The GCW of your vehicle and trailer should not exceed 2 993 kg (6 600 lbs). TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle is classified as a light duty towing vehicle. Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 3 200 km (2 000 miles). 151 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 152
on your vehicle's engine, transmission, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components carefully after towing. Your loaded trailer follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you. Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 153
increase. The braking system of the tow or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer control. The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long, steep frequent service intervals. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for more - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 154
and increase idle speed. This aids engine cooling and air conditioner efficiency. • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required. Disconnect the wiring to the trailer cars and 4x2 trucks/sport utilities with rear wheel drive capability. - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 155
If a distance of 80 km (50 miles) or a speed of 56 km/h (35 mph) must be exceeded, you must disconnect the driveshaft. Ford recommends the driveshaft be removed/installed only by a qualified technician. See your local dealer for driveshaft removal/installation. Improper removal/installation of the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 156
, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment in Ford vehicles and is mailed to you if you own a Mercury or Lincoln. In Canada, the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 157
period through the Ford Auto Club by contacting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. ford.ca. HAZARD FLASHER Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown, approaching danger, etc. The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is off. • The hazard lights control is located - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 158
The fuel pump shut-off switch is located on a bracket inside of the luggage compartment. Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch. 1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 159
Cartridge Fuse link maxi cartridge fuses Blue Blue - - Pink Pink Green Green Red Red - Yellow - Brown - Black 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 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 160
Blower Motor Lighting Control Module (LCM), Right-Hand Low Beam Headlamp Instrument Cluster Lighting Control Module (LCM), Instrument Panel Light EATC, Heated Seats Lighting Control Module (LCM), Day/Night Sensor/Amplifier, Park/Tail Lamps Shift Lock, Speed Control, Air Suspension, Steering Wheel - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 161
Relay Location 9 Fuse Amp Rating 20A Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Lighting Control Module (LCM), Multi-Function Switch, Hi Beam Headlamps Restraint Control Module (RCM), Air Bags Not Used Instrument Cluster, Anti-Theft, Ignition Switch, Ignition Coils Anti-Lock Brake Module, Traction - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 162
Lock Switches, LF Seat Control Switch, LF Door Module, Power Mirror Switch Main Light Switch, Lighting Control Module (LCM) Brake Pedal Position Switch (BPP), Brake Pressure Switch, Fuses 20 and 22 Front Radio Control Unit, Digital Compact Disk Changer, Cellular Telephone Transceiver, VCS Accessory - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 163
distribution box The power 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 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 164
Roadside Emergencies The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location 1 2 3 4 5 Fuse Amp Rating 50A** 40A** Anti-Lock Brakes Rear Defrost, I/P Fuse Panel, Fuse 28 Accessory Delay Relay (Signature/Cartier), Power Window Relay (Executive), I/P Fuse Panel, Fuse 29, Air Suspension Rear - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 165
, EGR Vacuum Regulator, EVAP Vapor Management Valve Fuel Pump Charging System Auxiliary Power Outlet Passenger Seat (Long Wheel Base Only) Cooling Fan-Low Speed Anti-Lock Brakes PCM Diode Not used Fuel Pump Relay A/C Clutch Relay PCM Power Relay Air Suspension Relay Rear Defrost Relay 22 23 24 25 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 166
maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label • tow a trailer • use tire chains • drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle's reduced ground clearance • try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel • use the wheel for any other type of - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 167
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 Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. OFF Refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter for more - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 168
lower outer edge of the body. • Locate the jack locator mark (B) on the body (C) near the tire you are changing, then place the jack (D) under the frame (A) of D the vehicle aligning it with the mark (B). • Position the jack according to the following guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 169
lessen risk of personnal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a order shown. 11. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench 3 4 away. 12. Turn on the air suspension switch. 5 2 JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 170
Automatic vehicle as this could damage the vehicle's electrical system. 3. Park the booster vehicle close to the of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts. 4. Check all battery terminals and remove any heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges. Turn all other accessories - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 171
Roadside Emergencies 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. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 172
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, 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 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 173
Roadside Emergencies Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 174
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. 174 - - - + + - + + - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 175
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 provides a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 176
Customer Assistance GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada have authorized dealerships to service your vehicle. It is preferred that you return to the Ford dealer where your vehicle was purchased when warranty repairs are needed. However, you may also take your - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 177
) In order to help you service your Ford or Lincoln Mercury vehicle, please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center: • Your telephone number (home and business). • The name of the dealer and the city where the dealership is located. • The year and make - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 178
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 service contract which is backed by Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Service Company (in the U.S.) and Ford of Canada (in Canada). It provides the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 179
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 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 180
firm. The dealership Board member is chosen from Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership management, recognized for their business leadership • The date of repair(s) and mileage at the time of occurrence(s). • The current mileage. • The name of the dealer(s) who sold or serviced the vehicle. • - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 181
, the Board mails you a decision letter and a form on which to accept or reject the Board's decision. The decisions of the Board are binding on Ford (and, in some cases, on the dealer) but not on consumers who are free to pursue other remedies available to them under state or federal - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 182
relationship office. The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without 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 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 183
EST (Items in this catalog may be purchased by credit card holders only.) 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 Publications, P.O. Box 1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3. 183 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 184
a refund or replacement vehicle. California Civil Code Section 1793.22(b) presumes that the manufacturer repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity (a defect or condition that substantially impairs the use, value or safety of the vehicle) OR 3. The vehicle is out of service for repair - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 185
safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (202-366-0123 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 186
, such as Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your authorized Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer. Always use a clean sponge or carwash mitt with plenty and trim over time. Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash. PROTECTING THE PAINT FINISH OF YOUR - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 187
Ford, Lincoln or 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 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 188
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 in the engine compartment, including the belt dressing. For general cleaning of the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 189
Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your authorized Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer. WASHING THE EXTERIOR LAMPS be the cause. These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, tree sap, or other organic contamination. Do not clean the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 190
the side air bag system and affect performance of the side air bag in a collision. The air bag may not function correctly and not provide injury reduction benefits. CLEANING THE INTERIOR FABRIC, CARPETS AND CLOTH SEATS Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. Remove light stains and - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 191
that you use the Deluxe Leather Care Kit (F8AZ-19G253-AA), available from your authorized Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer. The mild cleaner and special pad available in the kit cleans the leather and maintains its natural beauty. For best results, follow the instructions printed on the cleaner label - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 192
Cleaning FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products quality: Ford Custom Clearcoat Polish* Ford Custom Silicone Gloss Polish Ford Custom Vinyl Protectant* (not available in Canada) Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only) Ford Deluxe - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 193
compartment for easy location. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide to find out which parts and services are covered - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 194
Maintenance and Specifications Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 195
Air filter assembly Power steering fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Battery Windshield washer fluid reservoir Automatic fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer system may harm engine and cooling system components. ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 196
the engine off and wait up to 10 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 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 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 197
the engine is overfilled, 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 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 198
are unnecessary and could, under certain conditions, lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty. Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance guide. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 199
the battery electrolyte level. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules. Keep the electrolyte level in each cell system checked. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 200
swallowed, call a physician immediately. Battery posts, terminals and 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 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 201
mileage intervals listed in the scheduled maintenance guide. The coolant concentration should be maintained the level falls below, add coolant per the instructions in the Adding Engine Coolant section. Your falls below 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. A 50 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 202
Guide for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing outside of its specified function and vehicle location. Adding engine coolant When adding coolant, cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Do - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 203
Coolant, VC-2 (US) or CXC-209 (Canada), meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D with the factory-filled coolant. Mixing Motorcraft added, in case of emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, the cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50/50 mixture of engine - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 204
full" level on the reservoir. If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill the radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full. 6. protection to -34° F/-36° C), drain some coolant and adjust the concentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50/ - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 205
Coolant (green-colored). However, not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant that meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A. Use of such coolant may harm the engine and cooling system components. Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 206
distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection. What you Service Engine Soon indicator light will illuminate. If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 207
run rough. Remember that the engine is capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine damage, therefore: 1. Pull off the road as service facility. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to a service - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 208
Maintenance and Specifications The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in possible personal injury. - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 209
sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions. Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 210
turn until it stops. The "Check Fuel Cap" light illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON Proper fuel filler cap installation is checked automatically as the vehicle is driven, but not fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. The fuel system - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 211
. If the problems persist, see your dealer or a qualified service technician. It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating. Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fuel system. Repairs to - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 212
dealer or a qualified service technician. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 213
- high) each time the tank is filled. • Allow no more than 2 automatic click-offs when filling. • Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating. • gasoline, preferably a national brand. • Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time you fill up. - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 214
estimate of the vehicle's fuel economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter will show 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 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 215
maintenance checks found in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer [400 lb] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 216
items listed in the scheduled maintenance guide are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system. If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 217
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, a minimum of 30 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 218
and refilled as needed. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules. 1. Clean the reservoir cap before not fill above this line. 4. Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. DOT 3 fluid - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 219
to fail. TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped) Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled intervals for fluid checks the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick. 6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 220
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 at normal operating temperature (66 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 221
condition. DON'T ADD Adjusting automatic condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. When changing the air - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 222
to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used. cars. They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 223
upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and . The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 224
separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. rotate them as indicated in the scheduled maintenance guide. If you notice that the tires wear unevenly, have them checked. • Four - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 225
sure that all replacement tires are of the same size, type, load-carrying capacity and tread design (e.g., "All Terrain", etc.), as originally offered by Ford. Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose control and - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 226
only cable type chains offered by Ford as an accessory or equivalent. Using SAE class S use tire chains on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage using snow tires and chains. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Fuel filter Battery-standard - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 227
Engine oil (includes filter change) Brake fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor automatic transmission fluid is used. MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable. DO NOT MIX MERCON and MERCON V. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 228
vehicle is used for normal service. See your scheduled maintenance guide for Severe Duty requirements. Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 6 mm to 14 mm (1/4 inch to 9/16 inch) below the bottom of the filler hole. 5 4 LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Brake fluid Ford part - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 229
Lock cylinders Power steering fluid Automatic transmission (4R70W)3 Rear Axle Lubricant 2 Ford part name Multi-Purpose Grease Ford part number XG-4 or F5AZ-19G209-AA Ford -AC ESR-M17P5-A Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford guide to determine the correct service interval. 229 1 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 230
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 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 231
Maintenance and Specifications 4 1 4 1 231 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 232
door latch pillar on the driver's side. Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel. (Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number.) XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 233
Maintenance and Specifications 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 year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 234
miles) (whichever occurs first). Contact your 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 234 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 235
display Engine block heaters HomeLink Remote start system Travel equipment Automatic headlamps with daytime running lights (DRL) Chrome wheel arch molding Daytime running lights (DRL) HomeLink Protection and appearance equipment Carpet floor mats Door edge guards First aid kit Flat splash guards - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 236
when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, only by a qualified service technician. • Mobile communications systems may harm the operation ordinarily affect your vehicle's operation.) • Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 237
...123, 126 passenger air bag ...123, 126 side air bag ...125 Air cleaner filter ...221, 226 Air conditioning automatic temperature control system ...43 Air suspension ...145 description ...145 warning light ...14 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...201 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...141 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 238
automatic transmission fluid ...219 engine oil ...195 Doors door ajar warning ...15 lubricant specifications ...228 Driving under special conditions through water ...149 E Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ...169 Emission control system ...216 Engine ...230 check engine/service engine soon light - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 239
227 service points ...194 starting after a collision ...157 Engine block heater ...139 door override ...84 fuel filler door release ...84 fuel pump shut-off switch ...157 gauge ...18 improving fuel economy ...150 driving with a heavy load ...150 location ...150 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ... - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 240
...10 air bag ...12 air suspension ...14 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...12, 142 brake ...12 charging system ...12 cruise indicator ...14 door ajar ...15 fuel cap light ...11 high beam ...15 liftgate ajar ...16 low coolant ...13 low washer fluid ...14 oil pressure ...13 safety belt ...12 service engine - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 241
Locks autolock ...94 childproof ...88 doors ...88 Lubricant specifications ...228, 230 Lumbar support, seats ...103 M Message center ...77 english/metric button ...82 reset button ...78 Mirrors ...61 automatic remote entry system ...91 Parking brake ...142 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...226 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 242
system ...98-100 Servicing light ...14 Traction-lok rear axle ...149 Transmission ...146 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...219 fluid, refill capacities ...227 lubricant specifications ...228, 230 Trunk ...89 remote release ...83, 91 Turn signal ...15-16, 53 V Vehicle Communication System - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 243
Index W Warning chimes ...16 Warning lights (see Lights) ...10 Washer fluid ...195 Water, Driving through ...149 Windows power ...62 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid ...195 checking and cleaning ...59 operation ...59 replacing wiper blades ...60 Wrecker towing ...175 243 - 2002 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 244
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Introduction
4
Congratulations
4
Safety and environment protection
5
Symbol glossary
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Instrument Cluster
10
Warning and control lights
10
Gauges
17
Entertainment Systems
19
AM/FM stereo cassette
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AM/FM stereo cassette (CD changer compatible)
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CD changer
38
Climate Controls
43
Electronic automatic temperature control
43
Lights
49
Headlamps
49
Bulb replacement
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Driver Controls
59
Steering wheel adjustment
60
Power windows
62
Mirrors
63
Message center
77
Locks and Security
88
Keys
88
Locks
88
Anti-theft system
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Table of Contents
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