2003 Lincoln Navigator Owner Guide 3rd Printing
2003 Lincoln Navigator Manual
2003 Lincoln Navigator manual content summary:
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CD Rear seat controls Rear seat entertainment system Navigation System 18 18 23 28 33 45 Climate Controls Electronic automatic temperature control 89 89 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement 97 97 100 101 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Power windows Mirrors - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 2
restraints Air bags Child restraints 168 168 181 193 201 Driving Starting Brakes Air suspension Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing 215 215 218 222 228 248 250 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 3
Table of Contents Accessories Index 342 345 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 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 4
. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Lincoln. Please take the time to get well the Owner's Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle. Fuel pump shut-off switch reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 5
you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 6
's Guide. Data Recording Computers in your vehicle are capable of recording detailed data potentially including but not limited to information such as: • the use of restraint systems including seat belts by the driver and passengers, • information about the performance of various systems and modules - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 7
instructions could result in personal injury. Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should NEVER be used in front of a passenger side air bag unless the air bag result in loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury described in this Owner Guide; therefore, a supplement - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 8
Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Hazard Warning Flasher Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd 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 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 10
light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle's functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, have the respective system inspected immediately. Service engine soon light - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 11
. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate as described, seek service immediately. Illumination after the parking ABS) To confirm the anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light is ABS functional it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position (alternatively - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 12
light remains on, continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the ABS serviced immediately. If the ABS light 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 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 13
on. O/D off Illuminates when the overdrive function has been turned OFF using the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) on the gearshift. If the light does not come on or the light flashes steadily, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, otherwise damage to the transmission could occur. 13 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 14
four-wheel drive is put in high range. If the light continues to flash have the system serviced. Safety belt warning chime Sounds to remind you to fasten a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system (front or side airbags) has been detected. Have the supplemental restraint system inspected - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 15
its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate. If the gauge enters the red section, the oil pressure/engine coolant and Check Engine/Service Engine Soon indicators illuminate, refer to What you should know about fail-safe cooling in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. 15 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 16
the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. Press and release the message center INFO button until TRIP mode appears in the display. Press the message center RESET button to reset. 16 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 17
Instrument Cluster Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. 17 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 18
Entertainment Systems Entertainment Systems PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD 1. EJ (Eject): Press to stop and eject a tape. 2. EJ (Eject): Press to stop and eject a CD. 3. BASS: Allows you to increase or decrease the audio system's bass output. Press BASS then press SEL or increase the bass - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 19
the memory preset control until the sound returns. 7. SEL (Select): Use to adjust bass, treble, balance and fade levels. 8. SIDE: Press to play the alternate side of the trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. 9. REW (Rewind): Works in tape and CD modes. In tape mode, radio play - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 20
Systems In CD mode, REW control reverses the CD within the current track. FF (Fast Forward): Works in tape and CD modes. radio in FM mode then press the RDS button until RDS OFF appears then press SEL control to toggle function ON. • Traffic: Allows you to hear traffic broadcasts. With the feature - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 21
selection or CD track. 14. TUNE: Works in radio mode. / to manually advance Press down/up the frequency band , or FM2 memory preset stations. Press the CD control to toggle between CD and DVD (if equipped). will come back on at a "nominal" listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 22
turns the speed sensitive volume off and level 7 is the maximum setting. To engage the speed sensitive volume feature, press and hold the volume control for five seconds (with the radio on). Press SEL to /decrease volume compensation levels. The selected level increase will appear in the display. 17 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 23
Systems AUDIOPHILE IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM 1. SEEK: Works in radio or CD mode. Press and release / for music. Press DSP to access the ambiance menu. Press SEL to engage/disengage. Turn the volume control to increase/decrease the level of ambiance. or • DSP: Press to enter DSP mode. Press - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 24
bass output. TREB (Treble): Press TREB; then / to press SEL decrease/increase the treble output. 7. SEL (Select): Use with Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade controls to adjust levels. Use with MENU to engage RDS. 8. BAL (Balance): Press BAL; then / to shift sound to press SEL the left/right speakers - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 25
and Show functions. To turn RDS ON, put the radio in FM mode then press the MENU button until RDS OFF appears then press SEL control to toggle function ON. • Traffic: Allows you to hear traffic broadcasts. With the feature ON, press SEEK or SCAN to find a station broadcasting a traffic report - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 26
to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Press and back on. Audio power can also be turned on by pressing the AM/FM select control or the TAPE/CD select control. lights. If the circle is empty, there is no CD in that - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 27
force the door open. Compact discs should only be loaded by pressing the LOAD control. 15. SHUF (Shuffle): Press to play tracks in random order. Press CD tracks. Press again to stop. 17. DISC TUNE: Radio: Press or to manually tune down or up the frequency band. to select the previous disc or In CD - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 28
middle-seat passengers cannot listen to two different radio stations at the same time.) + MODE MEMORY When the rear seat controls are activated, rear seat passengers can use the controls to change the playing media for all passengers (Single Play mode). In this mode, all speakers will play audio - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 29
rear seat passengers to adjust the volume level of the audio system. Press the + control to increase - VOLUME + MODE volume. Press the - control to decrease volume. SEEK MEMORY From the rear seat controls, volume control can be set no higher than the current radio setting unless the speakers are - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 30
mode, SHARED illuminates in the radio display when the front and rear modes are set to the same media. - VOLUME + MODE SEEK MEMORY Memory preset control Push the MEMORY control successively to allow rear seat passengers to scroll through the 6 memory presets in AM, FM1 or FM2. Push the MEMORY - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 31
. Parental control Press the memory preset controls 3 and 5 simultaneously on the front audio controls to disable the rear seat controls. They • Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • Station - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 32
Entertainment Systems CASSETTE/PLAYER CARE Do: • Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less. • Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole and turning the hub. • Remove loose labels before inserting tapes. • Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat, - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 33
AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTY AND SERVICE Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see material to become familiar with the system features and safety information. DVD player controls 1. MAIN control • NEXT - Press to access the next track on the CD, the - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 34
some user interactive discs during movie play. 5. MENU control Press to bring up the disc menu. 6. AUX control Press to switch DVD player from play mode to auxiliary mode. 7. Auxiliary jacks Insert lines for standard video game players. 8. STOP/EJECT control Press once to stop DVD play. Press again - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 35
, the playing audio will mute momentarily while the next chapter is accessed. Press and hold to advance or reverse multiple tracks or chapters. REV/ FWD control Press the REV/FWD control during playback mode to reverse or NEXT REV FWD advance at a normal speed. Press PREV the REV/FWD - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 36
display setting, press DISP DISP once and the player menu will appear. Press DISP again to adjust the display setting. Use the arrow controls and the ENTER controls to select the various screen settings. (Available screen selections are 16x9, Normal, 4x3 and Zoom). The DVD player will read the disc - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 37
SEEK to choose the desired screen setting. 6. ENTER (ENT) MEMORY control In DVD playback mode, press the control to select a designated item in menu mode. In stop mode, press the control to select the next radio memory preset. 7. MNU/MODE control In DVD playback mode, press to access the disc menu - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 38
all batteries have a limited shelf life, replace them when the unit fails to control the DVD player. There is a LED indicator light on the remote control that will illuminate when any control is pressed. Slide the battery cover off as shown on the remote control to access the batteries. The remote - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 39
install the batteries, lightly press down on the top of the left earpiece and slide the cover off. When replacing the batteries, use The LED light on the right-hand earpiece will illuminate. Press again to turn off. • Adjust the headphones to comfortably fit your head. • Adjust the volume control to - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 40
capable of playback of DVDs and CDs. The player is not compatible with CDR/RW media. Rear Seat Entertainment DVD System protection circuits High temperature sensor circuit • Excessively high temperatures may cause damage to the DVD player. 40 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 41
DVD player becomes too hot, the high temperature sensor circuit stops machine operation. DVD/CD HOT will the system will begin playback from the last selected media source when the play control is pressed. • To disable the DVD player, simultaneously press the 3 and reset to 0:00:00. 41 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 42
CD/DVD back into the system for safety purposes. If the CD/DVD will not eject from the system, press and hold the EJECT control for Connect the left and right audio lines to the WHITE and RED auxiliary input jacks respectively. 3. Press the MODE control until DVD/CD AUX (no disc in player) or - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 43
controls and ENTER control. Safety information Read all of the safety and operating instructions before operating the system and retain for future reference. Do not attempt to service, repair or modify the Rear Seat Entertainment DVD System. See your Ford or Lincoln Manuals not clean any part of the - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 44
Lincoln Mercury could void user's authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part help. Care and service of the DVD environment. • locations where strong magnetic Moisture in the air will condense in - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 45
the system OFF and consult a qualified service technician. Cleaning compact discs Inspect all kits or CDs intended to clean the interior of your DVD player. Use of these products may damage your system. LINCOLN NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Lincoln Navigation - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 46
player. Initial map display After pressing AGREE to the initial WARNING screen, you will move into the initial map screen which shows the current vehicle location. Pressing the globe icon will take you to the user settings - audible feedback, navigation units, language and clock. 46 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 47
to get going To play a radio station: 1. Ensure that the vehicle ignition is on. 2. Press AUDIO. 3. Select AM, FM1 or FM2. 4. Press TUNE to adjust manually up ( ) or down ( ). ). 5. Press SEEK to find the next strong station up ( ) or down ( Note: If PTY (program type) is selected, the station - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 48
slots. The slot indicator lights blink rate will increase 3. Use the touch controls to advance tracks, scan, pause location. Press DEST again. VOL PUSH AUDIO MAP DEST MENU WARNING Most functions are unavailable while vehicle is in motion. Please read the navigation handbook for operating instructions - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 49
volume: Press to turn the voice guidance option on/off and to determine the volume level of the guidance voice prompts. Audio mode Your Lincoln Navigation Audio System has many features including a full range of audio functions. To access these functions, press AUDIO on the main bezel. This will - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 50
TUNE 3. SCV is located in the middle of AM AUTO SET SCAN PRESET SCAN the screen. Press to turn on. FM1 4. Select setting 1 to 7 or turn off. RDS TRAFFIC INFO PTY SET PTY FM2 CD 87.9 89.9 98.1 98.5 106.3 107.9 The AM/FM control works in radio, CD and navigation modes. AM/FM - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 51
may temporarily overtake a weaker signal and play while the weak station frequency is displayed. AM/FM select in navigation mode The radio will continue to play in the background of the navigation screens. To access, press AUDIO then AM/FM1/FM2. Sound functions To access settings for Bass, Treble - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 52
the button is not highlighted, the function is on (headphones and rear seat controls are operating and able to be controlled by the rear seat passengers.) The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 53
advance to the • Press next/previous track on a CD. Tune adjust Press TUNE to manually move / ) the frequency down/up ( band. In CD mode, press TRACK to select are filled, the station stored in memory preset control 1 will start playing. If there are less than six strong stations available on - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 54
Entertainment Systems To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system's manually set memory stations, press the AUTO SET again. Scan Press SCAN for a brief sampling of all listenable stations and CD tracks. Press again to disable - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 55
Entertainment Systems Traffic information not available in most U.S. markets. Information feature Press INFO to view the frequency, call letters and PTY category of the selected FM station. SEEK SCAN RDS 87.9 PRESET SCAN TRAFFIC 89.9 INFO 98.5 TUNE AUTO SET PTY 106.3 SET PTY 107.9 SOUND AM FM1 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 56
Entertainment Systems Once PTY has been programmed, / ) or SCAN to press SEEK ( initiate a search up or down the frequency. Preset scan and Autoset also initiate PTY searches. The search will stop when the desired program type has been reached. If no program type is found, a message will display. CD - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 57
Entertainment Systems 1. Press CD OPEN CLOSE on the bezel. 2. The navigation screen will fold down, allowing you access to the in-dash six CD system. 3. Press LOAD and the desired CD slot number. The indicator light will blink slowly at first, then quickly, signaling the system is ready. 4. Insert - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 58
the shuffle feature. Select from shuffling between tracks or between CDs. All tracks will be played in random order. Compression feature The compression feature works in CD mode and boosts more quiet music and lowers louder music to minimize the need for volume adjustments. When in CD or CDDJ mode - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 59
display, press MAP on the bezel. Once pressed, the current map display will appear on the screen showing the current vehicle location. Zoom control When the zoom control is pressed, the scale indicator is shown on the screen. The scale markings are: 1/32, 1/16,1/4, 1/8, 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 60
the screen. The following buttons will appear: • STORE - stores current vehicle location as a memory point • POI- brings up the Quick POI menu which allows and press the POI off button. Screen symbols Navigation symbol - Indicates the current vehicle position and heading. Destination symbol - Indicates - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 61
point. If the avoid point is enlarged to an avoid area, it will appear on the screen as a shaded box. Way point symbol - Indicates the location of a way point on the map. Home position symbol - Indicates the location on the map, currently stored as the home position. 61 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 62
Menu, press NAV MENU at the bottom of the map screen. Once pressed, the Navigation Menu will display showing the following options: • Route Options/Preferences • Navigation Set Up • Display Options • Stored Locations • On Route Scroll • Voice Guidance/Volume Depending upon whether or not a route is - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 63
no destination is entered. While driving under route guidance, only follow an instruction when it is safe to do so as the system cannot be aware a U-turn, continue on your journey. The navigation system will recalculate your route to get you back to an appropriate road to your destination. Route - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 64
Use Major Roads Use Toll Roads Use Ferries Navigation set up The Navigation Set up screen will allow you to make adjustments to the navigation displays. Average speed settings Allows you to set approximate speeds you drive. These speeds enable the navigation system to aid in calculating timing for - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 65
. Press the screen to scroll the map to the desired location and press OK to confirm. Press "Distance" to calibrate by distance and improve the navigation accuracy. It is recommended to activate this function after ever tire replacement. When the button is highlighted, calibration is in process and - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 66
DVD. Refer to Ordering additional map DVDs for further information. Display Options The Display Options screen will allow you make adjustments to the navigation display screen. You can choose from: • Map Mode (Dual or Full) • Guidance Mode (Arrows or Turn list) • Guidance Display (On or Off) • Time - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 67
Entertainment Systems Stored locations The Stored locations screen will allow you to choose from destinations that have been saved into the navigation system. In this screen, you can select from Memory Points, Special Memory Points, Home, Avoid Area, Destination and Way Point, or Previous - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 68
to the initial WARNING screen, you will move into the initial map screen which shows the current vehicle location. Pressing the globe icon will take you to the user settings - audible feedback, navigation units, language and clock. Note: There may be a slight time delay between the soft key and the - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 69
Previous Destinations, and Intersections. While driving under route guidance, only follow an instruction when it is safe to do so as the system cannot be aware continue on your journey. The navigation system will recalculate your route to get you back to an appropriate road to your destination. 69 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 70
of Interest- Use to select a destination that is a point of interest location (i.e., airport, restaurant, hospital). • Select from map -Use to select a navigation system uses a regional search area. This area is the area from which navigational directions will be used. To check your area or reset, - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 71
Entertainment Systems Points of interest (POI) Select "Point of Interest" from the Destination Entry Menu. In this next menu, you will have the following options: • By Name- Enter POI name on the keyboard. Touch "List" to display the list of matching points of interest. If there are too many matches - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 72
a name: • Select it from the list. • Press NAME. • Enter the desired name. Accessing memory point lists • Press LIST • Select the desired entry to view its location details. 72 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 73
to sort the list as desired (i.e. date, name, distance or icon). When sorted by distance, the points are ordered by distance from the current vehicle location. When sorting by icon, the icons are listed in the order they appear on the icon selection screen. Choosing from the icon list After choosing - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 74
view home, press the home icon (house) on the Destination Entry screen. Once home is set, you may select home as a destination. Adding a home location • Select the desired menu item you wish to set as Home (Address, Memory Point, Point of Interest, Previous Destination). • Enter the required details - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 75
Entertainment Systems Deleting a home location • Once in the stored locations menu with home selected, press DELETE. • The system will ask you to confirm. • Press YES to confirm. Freeway Entrance/Exit Select "Freeway Entrance/Exit" from - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 76
the freeway. They can be listed either by distance, (from the current vehicle location), by pressing the "Dist" button or alphabetically by pressing the "A-Z" button. five special memory points are entered, the "Add" control will read as "Full". You must delete points before more can be added. 76 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 77
Point of Interest or Previous Destination. • Enter the necessary details for the selection. • If a destination was entered, it will be stored as the current location. If a way point was entered, it will be added to the list of way points. Listing destinations and way points Press LIST to display the - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 78
are visited. The points are listed chronologically from bottom up, the destination being on the top. Press the MAP button to edit the way point location on the map display. Press OK to confirm. Deleting way points and destination After pressing DELETE, the list of way points and the destination (if - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 79
navigation system automatically calculates the selected destination. The route appears on the display screen and a voice prompt provides instructions menu" and selecting "Route Options". Press DETOUR to activate. Use the soft controls to select and enter the number of miles you want to deviate off - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 80
Entertainment Systems Route interruptions In the course of your destination, you may decide to temporarily leave your planned route for gas, food, etc. If you turn off the ignition, the option to continue the route guidance will be displayed when the ignition is turned on again. The route can be - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 81
size of the visible area. Scroll the map as required. Deleting areas to avoid To delete a selection from the "Avoid area" list: • From the stored locations menu, select "Avoid area". • Press DELETE • Select the desired area to be deleted. • Press DEL. ALL to delete all stored areas. • Press YES to - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 82
Entertainment Systems To access menu mode, press the MENU hard control. Menu mode allows you to access: • System Set-up • Information - Gives you the Lincoln Customer Assistance Center information. • Brightness/Contrast - Allows you to adjust the brightness and contrast on the screen. 82 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 83
English units. • Language - Press to toggle between English, French, or Spanish. DVD interaction (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a DVD player. Your Lincoln Navigation System (LNS) will interact with your DVD player, providing you access and messages to the status of the system. 83 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 84
headphones, or to enable/disable rear seat controls. For further information, refer to Rear seat audio controls (if equipped) and Family entertainment DVD system (if equipped)earlier in this chapter. Voice activated commands (if equipped) Your Lincoln Navigation System (LNS) may be equipped with - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 85
type arising from failure to follow these guidelines. Do not attempt to service, repair or modify the system. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. The driver must not attempt to operate any detailed operation of the navigation system while the vehicle is in motion. Give full attention to driving - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 86
the voice guide you. If viewing is necessary, pull off the road to a safe location. Do not use the navigation system to locate emergency services. For road your warranty. If a problem occurs, stop using the system immediately and contact your Ford or Lincoln Dealer. Federal Communication Commission - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 87
assistance, construction work, road or sensors in your vehicle and the desired destination. The system compiles all necessary information to guide you to your selected destination. Space satellites determine the vehicle's current location • by forests or tree-lined avenues • in heavy rain showers - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 88
. Only recommended products should be used. Do not clean any part of the system with benzene, paint thinner or any other solvent. Do not spill liquids of any kind onto the unit. Loading the map DVD • Your navigation DVD unit is either located: in the front lower center stack area by the passenger - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 89
10. Panel control 11. OFF control 12. AUTO control 13. Driver temperature control 14. Fan speed control 15. Exterior temperature control 16. Temperature conversion control The DEATC system will maintain a selected temperature setting and automatically control the fan speed and airflow location. The - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 90
comfort. The system uses common controls for air distribution and fan speed for both driver and temperature. If unusual conditions exist (i.e. window fogging, etc.), the manual overrides allow you to select airflow locations and fan speed. To return to automatic operation, press AUTO. TEMPERATURE - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 91
Controls TEMPERATURE CONVERSION Press the F/C control to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius temperature on the display. The temperature in Celsius will be displayed in half-degree increments. The English/Metric control control A/C (air conditioning) - Used to manually enable or disable air - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 92
to achieve the selected temperature and the A/C indicator will be lit. If desired, the air conditioning can be controlled manually through the use of the A/C control. When the air conditioning is controlled while in automatic operation, the AUTO indicator will remain lit and the system will remain - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 93
FC F A/C DUAL AUTO OFF R The manual override controls allow you to determine where airflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. The A/C compressor will only function if the outside temperature is above approximately 2°C (35°F). • OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 94
& Defrost, press the A/C control before driving as the air conditioning removes moisture form the air. • To reduce humidity buildup CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) The auxiliary climate control feature provides increased capacity to quickly heat or cool the vehicle. Auxiliary climate controls are located - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 95
and in the floor console on the back of the front row console (if equipped). 0 1 2 3 4 The auxiliary climate control system is dependent on the main climate control system. If the main climate control system is in the Off position, the auxiliary climate control will not operate. If the main climate - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 96
mode selector again to select air distribution through the floor vents. The Floor icon will illuminate on the temperature control selector. Only the auxiliary control head (front or rear) that is active will have the icons illuminated. REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER Used to manually enable or disable R rear - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 97
to turn foglamps on. The foglamp will illuminate. indicator light Autolamp control The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control. The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for approximately 20 seconds or on - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 98
and • the headlamp control must be in the OFF or Parking lamps position. Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate with your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 99
"dims down" as ambient light reaches the dash-mounted sensor. The interior control lights dim progressively in four steps until mark a 2.4 meter (8 foot) horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height (a piece of masking tape works well). 3. Turn on the low beam headlamps - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 100
or screen you will observe a light pattern with a distinct horizontal edge towards the right. If this edge is not at the horizontal reference line, the beam will need to be adjusted so the edge is at the same height as the horizontal reference line. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 101
by sliding the control. BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized "D.O.T." to assure lamp performance, light - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 102
lamp 2 168 High-mount brake 5 W5W lamp All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer * For vehicles with HID (high intensity discharge) lamps, see your dealer for service. Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of all - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 103
Lights Replacing headlamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position. 2. Open the hood. 3. At the back of the headlamp lens, remove the three headlamp assembly retainers bolts. 4. Pull the headlamp assembly forward slightly to expose the electrical connectors. 5. Rotate the bulb - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 104
bulb is burned out, the lamp assembly must be replaced by your dealer or a qualified technician. Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position. 2. Open the hood. 3. At the back of the headlamp lens, remove the three headlamp assembly bolts - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 105
Lights Replacing foglamp bulbs Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out the foglamp bulb in foglamp by rotating clockwise. 5. Connect the electrical connector to the new foglamp bulb Replacing tail lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. 2. Open the liftgate - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 106
Lights Replacing back-up lamp bulbs The back-up lamp bulbs are located behind the liftgate trim panels. To change the back-up lamp bulbs: 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. 2. Remove the liftgate trim panel by removing the retaining nuts to expose - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 107
Lights 3. Pull the lamp assembly straight out (it will snap out of a plastic retaining grommet). 4. Turn the wire harness counterclockwise to remove it from the lamp. 5. Pull out the bulb and replace it with a new one. 6. Turn the harness clockwise to install it. 7. Snap the lamp assembly back into - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 108
the lamp assembly straight out. 3. Remove the wire harness. 4. Depress the four tabs that hold the light assembly on, one at a time, and pull the black bulb carrier away from the lamp. 5. Pull the old bulb out and replace with the new bulb. 6. Snap the black bulb carrier into the lamp assembly - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 109
Lights Replacing license plate lamp bulb The license plate bulbs are located in the license plate housing assembly on the liftgate. To change the the mirror assembly 4. Disconnect the bulb assembly from the lens. 5. Remove and replace the bulb. 6. Reverse the order to reassemble lamp and lens. 109 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 110
to the desired interval, low or high speed position. The bars of varying length are for intermittent wipers. When in this position rotate the control upward for fast intervals and downward for slow intervals. Push (tap) the end of the stalk briefly for a single swipe (no wash). Push and hold - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 111
Controls recommended that wiper blades are renewed before winter. To replace the wiper blades: 1. Fold back the wiper arm and position the wiper blade at arm is designed without a service position. This reduces the risk of damage to the blade in an automatic car wash. To replace the wiper blade: 1. - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 112
Driver Controls TILT STEERING Push the lever down to unlock the steering column. While the lever is in the down position, tilt the steering column to the - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 113
of sunglasses or similar objects. Press the release control to open the storage compartment. The door will open slightly and can be moved to full open. The conversation mirror on the cover allows the driver to view the rear seating area. This does not replace the rear view mirror. One-touch moon - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 114
play with the moon roof. They may seriously hurt themselves. Power quarter rear windows • Without a moon roof • With a moon roof portion of the VENT control to open the power rear Press the quarter windows. portion of the VENT control to close the power rear Press the quarter windows. 114 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 115
(if equipped) Without a moon roof With a moon roof Press and release the top portion of the control to open the power liftgate. Press and release the top portion of the control again to close the power liftgate. Make sure all persons are clear of the power liftgate area before using the power - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 116
Driver Controls AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power points are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power points can cause damage not covered by your warranty. An auxiliary power point is located by the passenger's ankle - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 117
Driver Controls POWER WINDOWS When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. The power window switches located on the center console are called push-pull switches. A. Drivers side - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 118
Driver Controls • Pull up (to the first detent) and hold the top portion of the switch to close. The following view is the power window switch on - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 119
, causing a restriction. Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the rear power windows. To lock out the rear window controls push the control down. To restore the rear window controls, push the control down. The control will spring back up to the neutral position. 119 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 120
light from in front of or behind the vehicle, the inside rear view mirror will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare. Do not block the sensor on the backside of the inside rear view mirror since this may impair proper system performance. Press the control to turn the - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 121
Driver Controls 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to disable adjust function. side mirrors tilt down when the vehicle is put in R (Reverse). Refer to the Message Center in the Driver Controls chapter to turn this feature ON or OFF. 121 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 122
to retract or extend the outside rear view mirrors. If the mirrors are pushed-in or pulled-out manually, press the control to retract the outside rear view mirrors and wait a short period (8 seconds), then deploy the mirrors as desired. Use caution in certain instances (i.e. automatic car - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 123
Driver Controls Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on the pedals in the deployed position for access to the roof. • When running boards are manually set in the deployed or stowed position, they will move back to the automatic position when the vehicle speed is greater than 7 km (5 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 124
Never place your hand between the extended running board and the vehicle. A moving running board may cause injury. 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 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 125
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 going To set a higher set speed • Press and hold SET +. Release the control when the desired vehicle speed is reached or • Press and release SET + - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 126
To set a lower set speed • Press and hold SET −. Release the control when the desired speed is reached or • Press and release SET − to operate the Tap-Down function. Each press will decrease the set speed by 1.6 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 127
Driver Controls To disengage speed control • Press CNCL, or • depress the brake pedal. Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed. Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed. 127 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 128
than 48 km/h (30 mph). Indicator light This light comes on when the vehicle speed control is engaged and actively controlling vehicle speed. STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate control features. Audio control features Press MEDIA to select: • AM - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 129
Driver Controls In AM, FM1, or FM2 mode: • Press MEM to select preset stations within the selected radio band. In Tape mode: : • Press MEM to select the next selection on the CD. In any mode: • Press VOL + or − to adjust volume. Climate control features Press TEMP + or - to adjust temperature. 129 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 130
Press FAN + or - to adjust fan speed. Navigation steering wheel controls (if equipped) These controls allow you to operate some audio and navigation control features when the vehicle is equipped with the navigation feature. Audio control features Press to select: • AM, FM1, FM2, or • CD. In - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 131
hear previous command repeated from the navigation system. Climate control features Press TEMP + or - to adjust temperature. HOMELINKா UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER The HomeLink Universal Transceiver, located on the driver's visor, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 132
Driver Controls When programming your HomeLink Universal Transceiver to a garage door or gate, be sure that people Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 2-8 cm (1-3 inches) away from the HomeLink Universal Transceiver surface (located on your visor) while keeping the red light in view. 132 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 133
you to replace step 3 with procedures noted in the "Gate Operator and Canadian Programming" section for Canadian residents. 4. The red light will 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 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 134
Controls Gate Operator & Canadian Programming During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting - not allowing enough time for HomeLink to accept the signal from the hand-held transmitter. After completing steps 1 and 2 outlined in the "Programming" section, replace - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 135
Controls Erasing HomeLinkா buttons To erase the three programmed buttons (individual buttons cannot be erased): • Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons until the red indicator light message center, located on your instrument problems with a display of system warnings followed by a - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 136
Controls Selectable features Reset Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menu and SETUP menu. Info menu This control displays the following control buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. to be inaccurate, a manual calibration may be necessary. - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 137
" back to 01. 7. To exit the zone setting mode, and to "lock in" your change, press and release the RESET control. Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 138
fill-up • Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at service stations • Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another future reference. It is important to press the RESET control after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings. Trip - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 139
any gear, putting the vehicle in motion. 1. To disable/enable the autolock feature, select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode. 2. Press the RESET control to turn the autolocks ON or OFF. Easy exit seat This feature automatically moves the drivers seat backwards for - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 140
warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is selected. 1. To disable/enable the reversing sensing system feature, select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode. 2. Press the RESET control to turn the rear park assist ON or - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 141
to turn the power running boards ON (enabled) or OFF (disabled). 3. Select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode. 4. Press the RESET control to manually set the power running boards in the OUT (deployed) position with the doors closed. When IN is selected the running - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 142
SETUP menu for the current units to be displayed. 2. Press the RESET control to change from English to Metric. System check Selecting this function FLUID LEVEL 8. CHARGING SYSTEM 9. SUSPENSION System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle's operating - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 143
allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message. Warning messages that have been reset are divided into three categories: • They will reappear on the display every minute from the time of - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 144
ON. Check tire pressure (if equipped) Check spare tire pressure (if equipped) Tire pressure sensor fault (if equipped) Low washer fluid level Check AdvTrac AdvTrac OFF T/C ON Check suspension Suspension switched off Check fuel cap CHECK PARK ASSIST. Displayed when the transmission is in R (Reverse - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 145
Controls , leaks and damage. Refer to Servicing your tires in the Maintenance and chapter. TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT (if equipped). Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning. maintaining proper voltage. If you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is idling at a low - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 146
road as soon as safely possible. For more information, refer to Air suspension in the Driving chapter. SUSPENSION SWITCHED OFF. Displayed when the air suspension switch is in the OFF position. For more information, refer to Air suspension in the Driving chapter. CHECK FUEL CAP. Displayed when the - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 147
function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through all available gears. Deactivating overdrive Press the transmission control switch (TCS) located on the gearshift. The O/D OFF indicator light will illuminate on the instrument cluster. The transmission will operate in all gears except - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 148
Driver Controls Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. Cell phone use The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 149
Entry System in the Locks and security chapter. To open the liftgate with outside release handle (manual actuation): 1. To open, unlock the liftgate with the key fob or power door unlock control. 2. Pull and release the liftgate handle to engage the power assist feature. Note: Continued upward force - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 150
Driver Controls Note: You will need to wait 2 seconds after opening the liftgate to begin manually closing the power liftgate the liftgate has been left open for more than six (6) hours. To reset the power liftgate: 1. Manually close and fully latch the liftgate. 2. Power open the liftgate by using - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 151
Driver Controls Make sure the liftgate is closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. If you must drive with the liftgate open, keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle. LUGGAGE RACK The rear cross-bar can be adjusted to fit the item being carried. The front - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 152
KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement keys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with If the door does not unlock when the control is pressed, see Power door lock disable feature in the Remote entry section in this chapter. - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 153
or ACC position. If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting. Unlocking the doors/liftgate Press this control to unlock the driver's door. The interior lamps will illuminate - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 154
4-button remote • 5-button remote Press the control a second time within three seconds to unlock all doors and liftgate. Locking the doors/liftgate Press this control to lock all doors and liftgate. To confirm all doors are closed and locked, press the control a second time within three seconds and - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 155
Locks and Security • 5-button remote If any of the doors or liftgate are ajar, the horn will make two quick chirps, reminding you to properly close all doors. Unlocking the liftgate window Press the control to unlatch the liftgate window. • 4-button remote • 5-button remote 155 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 156
control twice. If the liftgate stops mid travel, it may have detected an obstacle, Check to ensure the liftgate swing zone is free from obstruction and reset the power assist by manually keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle. Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 157
again or turn the ignition to ACC or ON. Memory feature The remote entry system can also control the memory feature. Press the control once to unlock the driver's door. Pressing the control will automatically move the seat, rearview mirrors, and adjustable pedals to the desired memory position (the - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 158
rearview mirror, and adjustable pedals to the positions you desire. 2. Press the SET control on the driver's door panel. 3. Within 5 five seconds, press one control on the remote transmitter and then press the 1 or 2 control on the driver's door panel to which you would like to associate with Driver - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 159
near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART. 2. Place the positive (+) side of new battery in the same orientation. Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit. 3. Snap the two halves back together. Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 160
) of your remote transmitters available prior to beginning this procedure. To program the transmitters yourself: • Unlock all doors using the power 3 door lock/unlock control. Insert a key in the ignition and turn from 2 1 (LOCK) to 3 (ON) and cycle between 1 (LOCK) and 3 (ON) 4 eight times in rapid - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 161
not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated entry system to operate. The 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 ignition has been - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 162
control). Press the RESET control to turn the autolock function ON or OFF. Refer to Message center in the Driver controls the power door unlock control three times. 6. Turn the ignition back to ON. The horn will chirp. 7. Press the unlock control, then press the lock control. The horn will chirp - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 163
located: • on the owner's wallet card in the glove compartment • or at your dealer. When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation. This system will disable the power door lock controls. These will not work not replace the permanent - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 164
erase your personal code, use the following instructions: 1. Enter factory set code. 2. Press 1/2 control and release. The system will now only factory set code or personal code (driver door unlocks) and press the 3/4 control within five seconds. Locking the doors with the keyless entry system It is - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 165
hold 7/8 control 3. Press and release 3/4 control while holding 7/8 control 4. Release 7/8 control The horn problems and a loss of security protection. THEFT INDICATOR The theft indicator is the flashing red indicator located authorized dealer for service. Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 166
too close to the key during engine start. If a problem occurs, turn ignition OFF and restart the engine with to make sure the coded key is an approved Lincoln coded key. If your keys are lost or stolen new key codes will need to be re-coded. Replacing coded keys can be very costly and you may want - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 167
Locks and Security operate your vehicle's engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible for timely implementation of each step in the procedure. If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare coded key(s) - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 168
and backward as well as up and down. Push control to lower head restraint. Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar support control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Turn the lumbar support control forward for more support. Turn the lumbar support backward for less - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 169
Seating and Safety Restraints Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press the forward side of the control to adjust firmness. Press the rear side of the control to adjust softness. Adjusting the front power seat Never - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 170
is located on the driver door. • To program position one, move the driver seat, rearview mirrors, and adjustable pedals to the desired position. Press the SET control. The SET control indicator light will briefly illuminate. While the light is illuminated, press control 1. • To program position - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 171
30 minutes in cool mode to minimize unintended drain on the vehicle's power supply. Climate controlled seats air filter replacement The climate controlled seat system includes an air filter that has to be replaced periodically. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for more information. 171 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 172
Seating and Safety Restraints • There is a filter located under both front seats. ;;;; • It can be accessed from the second row seat. Move the front seat all the way forward and up to ease access. To remove climate controlled seat air filter: • Remove key from ignition. • Push on the outside - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 173
install climate controlled seat air filter: • your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as the release button. If the head restraint becomes detached, replace the notched bar into the bezel while holding the release - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 174
Seating and Safety Restraints Use caution when folding the seatback to the flat back position as the system will move forward when you lift the release handle. For assistance, refer to the label located on the side of the seat cushion. Adjusting the 2nd row outboard seat for E-Z Entry The 2nd row - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 175
not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop. Folding 40% seat system to full lowered load floor position 1. Locate the handle on the side of the seat, lifting it to release the seatback. 2. Ensure that the seat back is locked in the down position by applying pressure to the seat - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 176
Seating and Safety Restraints 3. Locate the latch strap at the front of the seat and pull to release the seat into a hooks while the seat is in the kneel down position. 2. With the seat in the flat back position, lift up on the lever located on the side of the seat cushion. This will allow the seat - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 177
the rear legs of the seat over the floor strikers and engage. Folding the 20% seat system (if equipped) 1. Locate the release strap located between the front cushion and the seat back, and pull the strap to release the folding seat latch. 2. With the latch released the seatback can be lowered into - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 178
. The seat should be moved to the full rearward position when it is occupied by older children or adults. Reclining the second row 40% seatback Locate the release handle located on the outboard side of the seat cushion and lift gently to allow the seatback to be adjusted to the desired - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 179
when moving the seat to the load floor position. Pull up on the handle located behind the seatback while pushing the seatback forward and down into the seat cushion. power folding seat (if equipped) The control buttons are located on the right-hand rear quarter trim panel (accessible from the liftgate - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 180
the control button to return the seatback to its original position. The power folding seats are designed to stall within 1-10 seconds of encountering an obstruction when opening or closing. Should this occur, remove the obstruction and wait approximately 1-4 minutes for the seat motor to reset. The - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 181
up and down. Push control to lower head restraint. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of air bag-related injuries. The system - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 182
Restraints Control Module (RCM). • 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 seat position sensor, and indicator lights. How does the personal safety system work? The - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 183
Control Module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the air bag supplemental restraints, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt buckle sensors, and the driver seat position sensor. In addition, the RCM also monitors the restraints warning light - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 184
, 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 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 185
Seating and Safety Restraints Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 186
Seating and Safety Restraints movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives 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 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 187
a crash. The safety belt pretensioner uses the same crash sensor system as the front airbags and Safety Canopy system. When the safety belt pretensioner height adjusters) must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in deployment of front air bags or Safety Canopy and - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 188
properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision. Safety belt warning 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. 188 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 189
driver safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...The driver safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding...The driver safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 190
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" "I was in - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 191
4 times more often in vehicles with TWO or 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 rollovers. Not a good idea. People who are - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 192
the vehicle. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1-2 minutes) • Steps 3-5 must be completed within 60 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. 3. Buckle then unbuckle the - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 193
and continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. Refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) 193 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 194
in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm (10 inches) between an occupant's chest and the driver air bag module. Never place your arm over the air bag module as - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 195
Seating and Safety Restraints Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. The front passenger air bag is not designed to offer protection to an occupant in the center front seating position. Modifying - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 196
Restraints How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work? The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation. The fact that the air bags did not inflate - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 197
the components. The RCM (restraints control module) monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system warning (including the impact sensors, the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors). Determining if the - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 198
Failure to follow these instructions may increase the fuses, the A, B, or C pillar trim, or the headliner on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an air bag - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 199
same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags. • Two crash sensors mounted in the front doors (one on each side). • Two crash sensors located at the c-pillar behind the rear doors (one on each side). • Rollover sensor in the restraints control module (RCM - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 200
Canopy will not function again unless replaced. The Safety Canopy system (including the A, B and C pillar trim) must be inspected and serviced by a qualified technician in accordance with the vehicle service manual. If the Safety Canopy is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 201
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 or rollover event. Disposal of air bags and air bag - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 202
passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might use wear safety belts. Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle. If - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 203
are backless. If your backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield and use the lap/shoulder belt. If a seating position has a low seat back and no head restraint, a backless booster seat may place your child's head (top of ear level) above the top of the seat. In this case - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 204
a seating position that adequately supports your child's head, a high back booster seat would be a ride. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. Never put the shoulder belt under a child's arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 205
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 seat back in upright position. • - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 206
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 seat all the way back. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. 1. Position the - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 207
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. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 208
the safety belt to retract to 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 this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 209
back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point. Tether straps are available as an accessory work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor. Second row seating positions 1. Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion. 2. Locate the tether anchor at the bottom back - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 210
seating positions • center seating position (if equipped) 3. Route the child safety seat tether strap under the head restraint (outboard seats) and over the back of the seat. 4. Grasp the tether strap and position it to the seat frame. 5. Rotate the tether strap, and clip the tether strap to - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 211
safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer's instructions. Third row seating position 1. Position the child safety seat on the center of the seat cushion. 2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. 3. Locate the anchor webbing loop for the seating position - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 212
to secure the child safety seat. 6. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer's instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases. Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 213
. The lower anchors for child seat installation are located at the rear section of the second row seat between the cushion and seat back. The LATCH anchors are below the locator symbols on the seat back. Follow the child seat manufacturer's instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 214
Seating and Safety Restraints Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown. If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it. Keep the - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 215
removal. 4 2. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the lights illuminated. Key position when driving. 4. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. Preparing to start your vehicle Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control instructions. 215 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 216
drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine's idle revolutions per minute (RPM). When the engine starts, safety restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 3. Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 4. - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 217
without turning the key to 4 (START). 3 2 4 1 Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver's safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate. Starting the engine Note: Whenever you start your - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 218
night before starting the vehicle. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air. BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 219
while braking, the brake linings may be worn-out and should be inspected by a qualified service technician. If you are light will come on. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by a qualified service technician. The ABS - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 220
cluster momentarily illuminates 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 brake system is disabled and normal braking is still - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 221
the parking brake fails to release after completing this procedure, use the manual parking brake release lever. Pull the release lever to release the brake. effort in steering the vehicle. To prevent damage to the power steering pump: • Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 222
power steering system checked by your dealer or a qualified service technician. AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM The air suspension system is designed to improve ride comfort, vehicle handling and general vehicle performance by adjusting the vehicle's ride height according to vehicle speed, weight added to or - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 223
any load changes. (The air compressor may run when the vehicle is off; this is normal.) On vehicles equipped with air suspension, turn the air suspension and the ignition switch off prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. The air suspension shut-off switch is located behind two access - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 224
Driving Press the bottom portion of the switch to turn off the air suspension. LIMITED-SLIP AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under normal conditions, - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 225
of the system will shut down to allow the brakes to cool down. A limited AdvanceTrac function using only engine power reduction will still help control the wheels from over-spinning. When the brakes have cooled down, the system will again function normally. Anti-lock braking is not affected by - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 226
(4X4 LOW), ABS and the traction enhancement feature will continue to function. The AdvanceTrac button allows the driver to control the availability of that will flash when the system is active and an indicator light in the control button that will illuminate when the system is turned off. In - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 227
light in the instrument cluster remains on while the engine is running, have the system serviced immediately. Pressing the control also hear a whoosh of air from under the instrument panel during sensors located in this area. Aggressive driving in any road conditions can cause you to lose control - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 228
in the ON position and the brake pedal depressed, it is possible that a fuse has blown or the 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 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 229
located along side the shifter housing assembly (as shown in the illustration). Press the gearshift lever release on the shifter knob and move the gearshift lever back may not be working properly. See your dealer or a qualified service technician. Driving with 100° F), light throttle upshifts may 229 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 230
reaches the normal operating temperature, or if the downshifts and other throttle conditions do not function normally, see your dealer or a qualified service technician as soon as possible. Understanding gearshift positions To put your vehicle in gear, start the engine, depress the brake pedal, then - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 231
Driving R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse). O D P R N D 2 1 N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 232
(TCS) on the end of the gearshift lever. O D P R N D 2 1 The transmission control indicator light (TCIL) will illuminate in the instrument cluster. Drive - Not shown on the display. Activate by pressing the transmission control switch (TCS) on the end of the gearshift lever with the gearshift - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 233
first gear. Shift strategy (4R100 automatic transmission) To account for customer driving habits and conditions, your 4R100 automatic transmission electronically controls the shift quality by using an adaptive learning strategy. The adaptive learning strategy is maintained by power from the battery - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 234
dealer or a qualified service technician as soon as reverse gears, stopping between shifts in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the vehicle a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper when R (Reverse) gear is selected. To help avoid personal - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 235
) and the ignition is ON. A park assist control in the message center allows the driver to disable the extended rear park aid only when the ignition is ON, and the gear selector is in R (Reverse). Always keep the sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumulations - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 236
monitoring and adjusting torque delivery to the front and rear wheels to optimize vehicle control. System indicator lights The Control Trac system indicator lights illuminate only under the following conditions. If these lights illuminate when driving in 2H or A4WD, contact your Ford dealer as soon - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 237
pavement. • A4WD (4X4 AUTO) provides electronic control four-wheel drive with power delivered to all reduced speeds is required. The "4X4 LOW" light will illuminate in the instrument cluster when this position enhancement system can be turned off manually by pressing the AdvanceTrac button (refer - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 238
be changed while the rear wheels are slipping. Using the Control Trac system Shifting from 2H to A4WD or 4H Move the control to the A4WD or 4H position at any forward speed up to 88 km/h (55 mph). The "4X4" light in the instrument cluster will illuminate if 4H is selected. Shifting - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 239
keep the brake pedal depressed. 2. Place the gearshift in N (Neutral). 3. Move the control to the 4L position. Note: Some noise may be heard as the system shifts or The AdvanceTrac stability enhancement system can be turned off manually by pressing the AdvanceTrac button (refer to AdvanceTrac - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 240
your route before driving in the area. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have all four wheels on the ground the pavement, slow down, but avoid severe brake application. Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your speed. Do not turn the steering - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 241
in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. If between shifts, in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not the brakes may not be working properly. See your dealer or a qualified service technician. Do not spin the - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 242
turns, excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. • If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another (i.e., from concrete to gravel) there will - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 243
excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you and cause the vehicle , you may be able to back out the way you came if you moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Be of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle. If the transmission - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 244
the axle lubricant should be replaced. After driving through mud, clean . "Tread Lightly" is an joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of and private lands by "treading lightly." Driving on hilly or sloping over. It is better to back down to a safe location. Apply just enough power to - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 245
disengage overdrive or manually shift to a lower gear. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you could lose control. When you brake emergency stopping situations, apply the brake forcefully and steadily. Do not "pump" the brakes. Refer to the Brakes section of this chapter for - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 246
Company, it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case failure as well as the increased risk of loss of vehicle control. Do not use "aftermarket lift kits" or other suspension modifications, whether or not they are used with larger tires and - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 247
(such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment. Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make it more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control. Ford Motor Company recommends - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 248
vehicle slowly while applying 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. VEHICLE LOADING - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 249
the originals because they may lower the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR to the vehicle loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, and/or personal injury. Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 250
, and suspension. For Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. Refer to the severe duty schedule in the scheduled maintenance guide. • Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 800 km (500 miles). • Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 251
lamps, back up lamps, battery charge, electric brakes (when a customer provided controller is installed) and ground. A kit containing a wiring harness/adapter and installation instructions to attach an electric brake controller may be obtained from any Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer (part number - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 252
draw bar and hitch ball. The draw bar supports all the vertical tongue load of the trailer. system which includes draw bar, hitch ball, spring bars and snap-up brackets. The vertical tongue in vehicle structural damage, loss of vehicle control and personal injury. Trailer hitch cover Your vehicle - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 253
vehicle to stand (without passengers) for several minutes so that it can level. 2. Turn the air suspension (if equipped) control to OFF. 3. Measure the height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpers at the center of the vehicle. 4. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 254
the instructions that the rental agency gives to you. Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps. Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off the speed control. The speed control - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 255
frequent service intervals. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for more information. Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up of the rear bumper. • do not allow waves to break higher than 15 cm (6 inches) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. Exceeding these limits - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 256
Driving Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in damage to the driveshaft and internal transmission components. Vehicles equipped with Control Trac four-wheel drive system: Vehicles equipped with the Control Trac four-wheel drive system cannot be towed with any wheels - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 257
. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24-hours, seven days a week • for Guide portfolio in the glove compartment in Ford vehicles and is mailed to you if you own a Mercury or Lincoln. In Canada, the card is found in the Owner Information Guide - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 258
contacting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Similarly in lights control is located on top of the steering column. • Depress hazard lights control to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously. • Depress control again to turn the flashers off. FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH FUEL RESET The fuel pump - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 259
to remove the access panel door. The fuel pump shut-off switch has a red reset button on top of it and is located beneath the air suspension switch (if equipped). If the vehicle is not equipped with air suspension, the fuel pump shut-off switch's red reset button will still be visible behind this - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 260
fuel pump shut-off switch by pushing in on the reset button. 4. Turn the ignition to the ON position. Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the OFF position. 5. Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system. FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 261
- Green Orange Red Blue Tan Natural Cartridge Fuse link maxi cartridge fuses - - Pink Pink Green Green Red Red - Yellow - Brown - Black Passenger compartment fuse panel / power distribution box The fuse panel is located under the right-hand side of the instrument panel. Remove the panel cover to - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 262
Fuse/Relay Location 1 Fuse Amp Rating 10A* Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Run/Accessory - Instrument cluster, Front wiper motor, Rear wiper motor, Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) module Brake On/Off (stoplamp) switch, Turn signal/Hazard flasher, AdvanceTrac stoplamps relay - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 263
-up lamps), Trailer tow parklamps relay, Trailer tow 7- and 4-wire connectors (parklamps) A/C compressor clutch relay, A/C compressor clutch solenoid, Air suspension compressor relay, 4x4 Integrated Wheel Ends (IWE) solenoid Speed control relay, Speed control servo 7 8 7.5A* 10A* 9 10 - 20A* 11 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 264
, Auxiliary A/C front auxiliary control, Park brake release relay coils, Turn signal flasher, Electrochromatic mirror, Auxiliary mode motor, Climate controlled seat modules Restraints Control Module (RCM) 4x4 module, Air suspension module (air spring solenoids and height sensors) 14 10A* 15 16 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 265
, Horns BSI solenoid, Overdrive cancel switch, Reverse park aid system module, Air suspension module (Run/Start), Compass module PCM relay coil, Speed control relay coil, SecuriLock transceiver Trailer tow electric brake controller, Trailer tow 7-wire connector (electric brake) 22 10A* 23 24 10A - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 266
Tuning valve (IMTV) solenoid, Canister vent solenoid, Vapor Management valve (VMV) solenoid, A/C compressor clutch relay coil PCM, Idle Air Control (IAC) solenoid, Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, Fuel injectors, Fuel pump relay, Fuel pump shut-off switch, Fuel pump motor High beam headlamps, Instrument - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 267
pass), BSM (autolamp headlamps relay), High beam relay coil, Fuse 25 (LH low beam), Fuse 23 (RH low beam) Cigar lighter, OBD II diagnostic connector Trailer tow left turn/stop lamps Starter motor relay, Starter motor solenoid Ignition switch power ABS/AdvanceTrac module (pump motor) LH 3rd row seat - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 268
Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 110 111 112 113 114 Fuse Amp Rating 30A** 50A** 30A** 30A** 40A** Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Power running boards Air suspension compressor relay, Air suspension compressor ABS/AdvanceTrac module (valves) Front wiper motor, Washer pump (windshield - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 269
pump, PCM solenoids and sensors Trailer tow 7-wire connector (back-up lamps) R05 R06 R201 R202 R203 Trailer tow battery charge relay Front blower relay Trailer tow park lamp relay Foglamp relay PCM relay R301 R302 R303 R304 R305 * Mini Fuses Trailer tow back-up lamp relay Speed control Speed - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 270
serviced by a dealer or qualified technician so the TPMS sensor will not be damaged. Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible. Location locations: Location Under the vehicle, just forward of the rear bumper Jack tools and jacking instructions Under the access panel located - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 271
Open the spare tire winch access plug in the bottom of the compartment located behind the 3rd row seat, very close to the jack and tools tray. with Air Suspension, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. Refer to the instruction sheet (located in - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 272
air suspension switch (the air suspension switch is located behind two trim panels on the left rear quarter trim panel. Refer to Air Suspension System in the Driving section for more information.). Also, turn OFF the deployable running boards (if equipped. See Message center in the Driver controls - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 273
nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 5. Position the jack according to the jack locator arrows found on the frame and turn the jack handle and extension tool assembly clockwise. Lift the vehicle so the tire is no further than - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 274
a jacking point. To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the for changing the tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench. 7. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is facing - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 275
securely so it does not rattle when you drive. 12. Turn on the air suspension switch (if equipped). Stowing the spare tire 1. Lay the tire on the that the tire is properly stowed. 5. Disassemble the tools and snap them back into the tool tray. Close the access hole with the rubber plug. Reinstall - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 276
parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts. 4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 277
Roadside Emergencies Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 278
(-) terminal of the assisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to the jump starting stud located in the rear of the engine compartment, near the battery. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. 278 - - - + + + + - - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 279
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 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 280
Roadside Emergencies 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle's battery. 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle's battery. 280 - - - + - + + + - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 281
Roadside Emergencies 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle's battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. - - + + 281 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 282
a professional towing service or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your roadside assistance service provider. It is not recommended or advised. The air suspension control and the ignition must be turned off before being towed. Refer to Air suspension in the Driving chapter. On - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 283
following conditions: Special Conditions: • Release the parking brake. • Turn the air suspension control to OFF. • Turn the ignition to the OFF/UNLOCKED position. • speed. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 284
the Ford Customer Relationship Center. Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 285
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 of - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 286
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act or state replacement or repurchase laws. FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. Ford ESP is an optional service contract which is backed by Ford Motor Company or - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 287
change eligibility limitations, modify procedures and/or to discontinue this service without notice and without incurring obligations per applicable state law. vehicle performance concerns as on Ford and Lincoln Mercury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light trucks which are within the terms of any - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 288
dealership Board member is chosen from Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership management, recognized for their business leadership occurrence(s). • The current mileage. • The name of the dealer(s) who sold or serviced the vehicle. • A brief description of your unresolved concern. • A brief summary of - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 289
Customer Assistance Oral presentations If you would like to make an oral presentation, indicate YES to question 6 on the application. While it is your right to make an oral presentation before the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide the case whether or not an oral presentation - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 290
dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of a straight-forward and relatively speedy alternative to resolve a disagreement when all your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 291
in this catalog may be purchased by credit card, 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 Publications, P.O. Box 1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3. 291 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 292
of attempts, the manufacturer shall be required to either replace the vehicle with one substantially identical or repurchase the vehicle use, value or safety of the vehicle) OR 3. The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of more than 30 calendar days (not necessarily - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 293
it finds that a 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 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 294
fuel, bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle's paintwork and trim over time. • Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash. • Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface; if these substances come in - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 295
, roof racks, bumper step surfaces, mirror housings or the windshield cowl area. The paint sealant will "gray" or stain the parts over time. PAINT industrial fallout before repairing paint chips. • Always read the instructions before using the products. ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 296
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. These products are available from your dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 297
parts. • Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or windshield washer solution. Be sure to replace contamination of the air bag system. • with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Ford Extra belt webbing. CLEANING THE CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED) Remove - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 298
To help maintain its resiliency and color, use the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit (ZC-11-D), available from your authorized dealer. • Do not use household drain holes free from packed dirt. FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 299
Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (ZC-15) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) Motorcraft Dash and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38-A) Motorcraft Car Care Kit (ZC-26) Ford Premium Car Wash Concentrate (F2SZ-19523-WC) Motorcraft Carlite Glass Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-100) Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 300
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/Owner Information Guide to find out which parts and services are - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 301
under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch located under the front of the hood, just above the passenger side headlamp. Slide the yellow handle to release the auxiliary latch. 3. Lift the hood until - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 302
4V V8 engine 1. Battery 2. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Power steering fluid reservoir 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Brake fluid reservoir 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Air filter assembly 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 302 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 303
Washer fluid for the liftgate is supplied by the same reservoir as the windshield. ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Turn the engine off and wait a few - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 304
and Specifications 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe the damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. 304 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 305
Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. in the scheduled maintenance guide. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 306
the battery electrolyte level. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules. Keep the electrolyte level in each cell make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and dry - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 307
sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the vehicle's engine is electronically controlled by a computer, some control conditions are maintained by . 2. Put the gearshift in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 3. Run the engine until it reaches - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 308
radio settings must be reset once the battery is listed in the scheduled maintenance guide. The coolant concentration should falls below, add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section. or above 60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. A 50-50 mixture - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 309
to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location. Adding engine coolant When adding coolant, make sure it is - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 310
. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container. If sprayed coolant may be added, in case of emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, the cooling system must be drained and refilled with - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 311
turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release. 3. Step back while the pressure releases. 4. When you are sure that all the the radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full. 6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. (Cap must be tightly installed to - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 312
Maintenance and Specifications Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer to Refill capacities in this chapter. Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Severe climates If you drive in extremely - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 313
the symbol • The will illuminate. • The "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 and cools the engine. When this - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 314
Maintenance and Specifications 5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 315
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 pumped into an ungrounded fuel container. Use the following guidelines to avoid static build-up when filling an - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 316
will turn off after a short period of driving. If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for your vehicle. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 317
engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if problems during a cold start, try a different brand of gasoline. If the problems persist, see your dealer or a qualified service issued the World-wide Fuel Charter that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 318
chapter. Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service technician. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The customer warranty may be void - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 319
filling. • Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating. • Use a known quality 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. • Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. Your - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 320
fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. • You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting and owner maintenance checks found in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 321
accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars vehicle. The EPA window sticker should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles. the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly: • Use only the specified - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 322
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 non-Ford parts should be - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 323
the above driving cycle is complete. CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use only Ford Premium Power Steering Fluid or MERCON ATF. 1. Start the engine and - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 324
sure to put the cap back on the reservoir. MAX MIN MAX MIN BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear, and will rise when the brake components are replaced. Fluid levels between the "MIN" and MAX "MAX" lines are within the normal MIN operating range, there is - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 325
, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. If necessary, refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick. 6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube. 7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 326
Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for maintenance intervals. If the original universal joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease fittings, lubrication will also be necessary. AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 327
Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could cause filter damage and allow unmetered air to enter the engine if not properly seated. 5. Replace the air filter cover and secure the clamp. 6. Replace the air inlet tube and secure the clamp. 327 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 328
Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 329
to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory buildup and possible tire failure. SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure located on the inside of the fuel filler door. • Check tires for proper air pressure monthly. Check spare tire for proper air - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 330
and can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and/or personal injury. Tire rotation Because in the scheduled maintenance guide. If you notice that the tires wear unevenly, have them checked. • Four tire rotation Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 331
replace manual sensors transmit the tire pressure readings to the receiver module located in the vehicle. The receiver module then transmits the status to the message center. For more tire warning information, refer to the Message Center in the Driver controls chapter. This device complies with part - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 332
control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. Changing tires with TPMS It is recommended that you always have your tires serviced by a dealer or qualified technician. Each tire is equipped with a tire pressure sensor sensor needs to be replaced when any tire is changed to minimize air an accessory or - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 333
on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. • Do not exceed 48 km/h (30 mph) with tire chains on your vehicle. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Battery - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 334
4 106 L (28 gallons) Motorcraft All Fill to line on MERCON ATF reservoir Motorcraft 4 x 2 vehicles 15.0L MERCONATF (15.9 quarts) 2 4 x 4 vehicles 15.5L (16.4 quarts) 2 Motorcraft 4 x 4 vehicles 1.9L MERCONATF (2.0 quarts) Motorcraft without aux rear 21.0L Premium Gold heat (22.2 quarts) Engine - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 335
Maintenance and Specifications Ford Part Application Capacity Name Windshield Motorcraft All 4.1L washer fluid being added is of the correct type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval. Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage, such as MERCON - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 336
and Specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford part name Multi-Purpose Grease Ford part number XG-4 or XL-5 Ford specification ESR-M1C159-A or ESB-M1C93-B Hinges, latches, striker plates and rotors, seat tracks, fuel filler door hinge and spring Lock cylinders Penetrating and Lock Lubricant - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 337
Maintenance and Specifications Ford part Ford part Ford name number specification 4x4 front wheel High E8TZ-19590-A ESA-M1C198-A bearings, 4x4 Temperature spindle needle 4x4 Front Axle bearings, spindle & Wheel Bearing thrust - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 338
Item Windshield washer fluid Ford part name Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Ford part number ZC-32-A Ford added is of the correct type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval. Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage, such - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 339
Maintenance and Specifications VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions (1) Overall length (2) Vehicle width (Body) (2) Vehicle width with power running boards, mirrors folded (2) Vehicle width with fixed running boards (3) Overall height (4) Wheelbase (5) Track - Front (5) Track - Rear 1 4x2 and 4x4 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 340
Certification label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Certification label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification label may be located. The Certification label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver's side. 340 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 341
Maintenance and Specifications Vehicle identification number (VIN) 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 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 342
accessories are available for your vehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln, Mercury or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories Ford Motor Company will repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Ford accessory found to be defective in factory- kit Hard shell cargo box 342 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 343
warrior carrier extension Load warrior light bracket Navigation system Pet guard/divider Raised cross bars Raised cross bar adaptors Trailer hitch bars and balls Trailer hitch mounted bike carrier Trailer hitch receiver cover Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti-theft locks Bike carrier - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 344
when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, be installed only by a qualified service technician. • Mobile communications systems Do not install equipment which modifies the vehicles suspension or steering. Such modifications can cause adverse effects - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 345
A ABS (see Brakes) ...219 Accessory delay ...120 Air bag supplemental restraint system ...193-194, 198 and child safety seats ...195 description ...194, 198 disposal ...201 driver air bag ...196, 199 indicator light ...12, 197, 201 operation ...196, 199 passenger air bag ...196, 199 side air bag - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 346
Coolant checking and adding ...308 coolant temperature light ...13 refill capacities ...312, 333 specifications ...336, 338 Cruise control (see Speed control) ...124 Customer Assistance ...257 Ford accessories for your vehicle ...298 Ford Extended Service Plan ...286 Getting assistance outside the - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 347
service control trac ...236 description ...237 driving off road ...239 electronic shift ...238 indicator light specifications ...318, 333 fuel pump shut-off switch ...258 gauge relating to automotive fuels ...314 Fuses ...260-261 G Garage door a heavy load ...248 location ...248 GVWR (Gross - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 348
panel, dimming ...99 interior lamps ...101-102 replacing bulbs ...101, 103-106, 108 Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ...100 Liftgate ...149, 155-156 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 AdvanceTrac ...12 air bag ...12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...11, 220 brake ...11 charging system ...12 - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 349
control ...128 turn signal indicator ...13 Limited-slip axle ...224 Load limits ...248 GAWR ...248 GVWR ...248 trailer towing ...248 Loading instructions ...249 Locks autolock ...161 childproof ...153 doors ...152 Lubricant specifications ...336, 338 Lumbar support parts ...318, 333 N Navigation - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 350
...270-271 checking the pressure ...329 replacing ...330 rotating ...330 snow tires and chains ...332 tire grades ...329 treadwear ...328 Tonneau cover ...115 Towing ...250 recreational towing ...256 trailer towing ...250 wrecker ...282 Traction control active light ...12 Transmission ...228 fluid - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 351
(see Lights) ...10 Washer fluid ...303 Water, Driving through ...247 Windows power ...117 rear wiper/washer ...110 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid ...303 checking and cleaning ...110-111 liftgate reservoir ...303 operation ...110 replacing wiper blades ...111 Wrecker - 2003 Lincoln Navigator | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 352
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Introduction
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Instrument Cluster
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Warning and control lights
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Gauges
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Entertainment Systems
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AM/FM stereo cassette with CD
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AM/FM stereo with CD
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Rear seat controls
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Rear seat entertainment system
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Navigation System
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Climate Controls
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Electronic automatic temperature control
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Lights
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Headlamps
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Turn signal control
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Bulb replacement
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Driver Controls
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Windshield wiper/washer control
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Power windows
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Mirrors
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Speed control
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Message center
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Locks and Security
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Keys
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Locks
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Anti-theft system
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Table of Contents
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