2005 Lincoln Town Car Owner Guide 2nd Printing
2005 Lincoln Town Car Manual
2005 Lincoln Town Car manual content summary:
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control Bulb replacement 105 105 108 109 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Message center 115 115 116 129 130 132 138 Locks and Security Locks Anti-theft system 146 146 157 1 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 2
switch Fuses and relays Jump starting Wrecker towing 251 251 252 252 253 260 266 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 267 275 Cleaning 276 2 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 3
storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2004 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 4
Lincoln Ford Motor Company automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 5
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 chapter for more information on oil usage. 5 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 6
by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority. Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. 6 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 7
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury. Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger air bag. MIDDLE EAST - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 8
See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front 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 Speed Control Powertrain Malfunction Master Lighting Switch Hazard - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 9
, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 10
serviced immediately. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Electronic throttle control: Illuminates when the engine has 10 2005 Town Car - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 11
Air bag readiness: If this light fails AIR to illuminate when ignition is turned BAG to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 11 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 12
to fasten your safety belt, refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging Air suspension: Illuminates when the air suspension is turned OFF or the air suspension system requires servicing. 12 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 13
switch (TCS), refer to the Driving chapter. If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. Door ajar: Illuminates when any door is open (or not fully closed). 13 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 14
the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is opened. Turn signal chime (if equipped): Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is driven more than 0.8 km (1/2 mile). 14 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 15
the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. 15 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 16
or hot. Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. TRUNK AJAR CHECK GAUGE CHECK FUEL CAP AIR SUSPENSION mi O/D OFF DOOR AJAR SPEED CONTROL km/h MPH Fuel gauge: Indicates vehicle the fuel door is located. 16 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 17
/reverse in the current CD track. 3. TUNE: Press to manually go up or down the radio frequency. 4. MUTE: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media or turn the volume control to adjust the volume. 17 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 18
within the allotted time, the system will automatically reload the CD and begin play local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. system will store the last one in the remaining presets. 18 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 19
Systems When activated, AUTOSET will momentarily appear in the display when any of the preset controls are pressed. Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume changes automatically and stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop. 19 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 20
Entertainment Systems PREMIUM SATELLITE COMPATIBLE AM/FM STEREO SINGLE CD/CASSETTE SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 20 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 21
alloted time, the system will automatically reload the CD and begin play. Note: The eject function will work when the ignition and audio systems are turned off. 3. BASS: Press BASS; then SEL-TEXT to press decrease/increase the level of bass output. 21 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 22
category of music format: Classic, Country, Info, Jazz, Oldies, R&B, Religious, Rock, Soft, Top 40. With RDS ON, press MENU until the program type menu is displayed. One of the various program types will appear. Press SEL-TEXT 22 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 23
or TYPE. manually system will store the last one in the remaining presets. Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume changes automatically Armrest (if equipped): If your vehicle is equipped with Rear Seat Audio controls, this feature will be listed in Menu mode. 23 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 24
Insert a cassette facing to the right. 9. TUNE: Press to manually go up or down the radio frequency. CAT: CAT is only is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 25
through your dealer. Detailed satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit not available in Canada. 20. On/Off/Volume: Push to turn on/off; turn to adjust the volume levels. 25 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 26
. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit available only in the continental United States. 26 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 27
. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit available only in the continental United States. 27 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 28
to select NAME or TYPE. Compression: Brings soft without losing your original manually set preset stations for system will store the last one in the remaining presets. When activated, AUTOSET will appear in the display when any of the preset controls are pressed. 28 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 29
Entertainment Systems Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume changes automatically and slightly with vehicle speed to compensate instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit available only in the continental United States. 29 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 30
Entertainment Systems 16. SHUF/SCAN: Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to RDS DSP SEL BAL FADE 4 SEEK AUTO SET REW 1 FF 2 SIDE 3 4 COMP 5 SHUF 6 5 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 30 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 31
a tape. 2. Eject: Press to 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 levels. to decrease Treble: Allows you to increase to the left . 31 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 32
automatically reverses when the end of the tape is reached. In CD mode, FF advances the CD within the current track. 9. Digital signal processing (if equipped): Press to adjust the occupancy modes between the following: • ALL SEATS • DRIVER SEAT 32 or the front . 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 33
ID and program type as desired. Setting manually advance up or down the frequency band. 14. AM/FM/CD: Press AM/FM to select a radio frequency. Press while in tape or CD mode to return to radio mode. Press CD to enter CD mode and to play a CD already in the system. 33 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 34
FM1, FM2, TAPE or CD (if equipped) modes. ACCESSORY DELAY With accessory delay, the window switches, moon roof (if equipped) and audio system may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition kHz FM- 87.7, 87.9-107.7, 107.9 MHz 34 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 35
heat sources for extended periods of time. • Insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine. • Clean using a circular motion. 35 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 36
to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician. CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED) Your CD changer is located in the trunk. 1. Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine. 36 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 37
Entertainment Systems 2. Press to eject the magazine. 3. Pull the lever to remove a CD tray from the magazine. 4. Insert one disc the magazine. 5. Insert each CD tray, with the disc loaded, all the way into the CD magazine. 37 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 38
player as jamming may occur. LINCOLN NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Lincoln Navigation System which allows you to listen to the radio, play CDs and also navigate the vehicle using a navigation DVD. 38 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 39
system. This system creates optimal acoustic quality for all seating positions and road conditions. The system offers an advanced speaker system, amplifier, subwoofer and equalizer. Your Lincoln Navigation System a map DVD loaded. 39 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 40
destination. This will not function without a map DVD loaded. 5. MENU: Press to access system settings such as display, brightness, clock mode (if equipped), etc. 6. CD OPEN CLOSE: that the vehicle ignition is on. 2. Press AUDIO. 40 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 41
AUDIO. 3. Press CD to select a CD which is already loaded. (NO CD will appear in the display if there are no CDs loaded into the system). Use the controls (1-6) to select the desired CD. 4. CD will begin to play. 41 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 42
hold LOAD to auto load all available slots. The slot indicator lights blink rate will increase when the system is ready to accept a disc. Push CD OPEN CLOSE to or Navigation system - DVD location in the Index for your vehicle's navigation DVD location. 42 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002- - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 43
Systems 2. Press DEST. The warning screen will appear. After reading, press AGREE. The screen will show a map with your current location. Press DEST again. 3. Select the desired type selection, enter any required information. 43 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 44
(if equipped) Your Lincoln Navigation System (LNS) may be equipped system correctly responds to your commands. Ensure that the commands are spoken in English (not any other language) and that they are spoken exactly as they are written, or they may not function. 44 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 45
or arrow on your steering wheel controls to hear the previous command repeated from the navigation system. The voice activated command feature will not operate if a map DVD is not inserted into turn on again with a voice command. 45 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 46
Auto service Gas Parking lot Bank Civic center Convention center Court house University Hospital Police station Amusement park Golf course Museum Parks & recreation Ski resort Sports complex Tourist attraction Restaurant American restaurant Chinese restaurant 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 47
available by voice activation Repeat guidance Louder Voice guidance off Open guidance screen Arrow guidance Repeat voice Softer Voice guidance on Close guidance screen Arrow guide 47 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 48
may speak at any time: 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 take you into audio mode. 48 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 49
changes automatically with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. To engage the SCV feature: 1. Press AUDIO. 2. Press SOUND. 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 FM2 CD 98.1 49 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 50
Entertainment Systems 3. SCV is located in the middle of the screen. Press to turn on. 4. Select setting 1 to 7 or • Press listenable station up/down the frequency band. / to advance to the • Press next/previous track on a CD. 50 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 51
on the frequency band, the remaining memory preset controls will all store the last strong station available. To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system's manually set memory stations, press the AUTO SET again. 51 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 52
from certain stations which will automatically interrupt radio or CD playback at a preset volume level. 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 FM2 CD 98.1 52 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 53
PTY to select from the following program types: 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 FM2 CD 98.1 All Classical Country Information Jazz Religious Rock 53 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 54
stop when the desired program type has been reached. If no program type is found, a message will display. Note: Not all stations support PTY information. Sound functions To ; DSP/SCV. 4. Press +/- to increase/decrease the levels. 54 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 55
distribution between the right and left speakers. CNTR SCV (Speed Compensated Volume): Automatically compensates for road wind and noise. Refer to Speed compensated volume earlier in . The frequency will appear in the preset. 55 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 56
Lincoln navigation system comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your Lincoln dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions SET PTY 107.9 SOUND AM FM1 FM2 CD 98.1 56 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 57
Entertainment Systems Press CD. CD play will begin where it stopped last. Loading a CD: 1. Press CD OPEN CLOSE on the bezel. 57 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 58
time, the screen will close automatically or you may press CD OPEN CLOSE on the bezel again. 6. Once the screen closes, the system will start playing the last CD loaded. Track / to advance to the Press next/previous track. 58 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 59
Entertainment Systems Rewind/fast forward in CD mode Press to reverse or advance / ) in the current CD track. ( Scan feature adjustments. When in CD or CDDJ mode, press COMPRESS to engage or disengage the compression feature. 59 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 60
the map display, press MAP on the bezel. Once pressed, the current map display will appear on the screen showing the current vehicle location. 60 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 61
Entertainment Systems Zoom control When 'Zoom' is pressed, the scale indicator is shown on the screen. The scale markings are: 1/32, 1/16,1/4, 1/8, 1/2, POI icons from the map, touch the map again and press the POI off button. 61 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 62
is currently selected. You may choose to activate/deactivate selections which the system will factor in when calculating your route. Those options are Minimize Time/Distance about the current destination, if available. 62 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 63
Entertainment Systems You will be able to view the information (if available) as well as choose to store the destination as a direction of north on the map. Press to toggle between "North up" and "Heading up" map display states. 63 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 64
Entertainment Systems Avoid areas or points - The "X" symbol indicates a point. to be avoided in route calculations. If the avoid Navigation menu To access the Navigation Menu, press NAV MENU at the bottom of the map screen. 64 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 65
under route guidance, only follow an instruction when it is safe to do so as the system cannot be aware of changing conditions. Use voice guidance as much as possible, and only view the display when driving conditions permit. 65 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 66
, if you are unable to make 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. Navigation show the desired POIs on your current map. 66 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 67
tire replacement. When the button is highlighted, calibration is in process and will turn off automatically when complete. DVD map version Displays the version of the inserted navigation DVD. Refer to Ordering additional map DVDs for further information. 67 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 68
Entertainment Systems Display Options The Display Options screen will allow you make adjustments to the navigation display screen. You will allow you to choose from destinations that have been saved into the navigation system. 68 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 69
section for a complete description of the functions. On route scroll The system automatically scrolls through the entire planned navigation route either forwards or backwards. To " at the bottom left hand corner of the screen. 69 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 70
select the volume level for the voice prompts. Home To set home for the first time: 1. Press MAP. 2. Press "Nav. Menu". 3. Press "Stored Locations". 70 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 71
Entertainment Systems 4. Press "Home". 5. Press "Add". 6. Select the desired menu item you wish to set as Home (Address, Memory set the home position. To view home, press the home icon (house) on the Destination Entry screen. 71 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 72
Entertainment Systems To view the set home position 1. Press MAP. 2. Press "Nav. Menu". 3. Press "Stored Locations". 4. Press "Home". 5. Press "List". 72 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 73
Entertainment Systems Deleting a home location 1. Press MAP. 2. Press "Nav. Menu". 3. Press "Stored Locations". 4. Press "Home". 5. Press "Delete". 73 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 74
Entertainment Systems 6. Press YES to confirm. Special memory points There are five possible special memory points that you can set. To set a memory point: 1. Press the MAP hard key. 2. Press "Nav. Menu". 74 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 75
Entertainment Systems 3. Press "Stored Locations". 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Press "Special Memory". Press "Add" and select a position. Select point 1-5. Input a . To delete a memory point: 1. Press the MAP hard key. 2. Press "Nav. Menu". 75 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 76
memory points. 8. Press "Yes" to confirm. Detour options You may engage the detour option once a route has already been calculated by the system. To access the detour option: 1. Press the MAP hard key 2. Press "Chg. Route". 76 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 77
the specified areas. Press NEW ROUTE if you would like the system to plan a different route. The system may calculate an entirely new route, depending on what is available. , Destination Entry, Calculate or Cancel Guidance. 77 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 78
Entertainment Systems Avoiding an area while under guidance For one reason or another, you may choose to avoid a certain area while area. Press Enlarge or Reduce to adjust the size of the visible area. Scroll the map as required. 78 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 79
Entertainment Systems Deleting areas to avoid To delete a selection from the "Avoid area" list: • From the stored locations menu, YES to confirm. Destination menu Press DEST on the main bezel to access the navigation mode. 79 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 80
reflected in the Search Area map that is displayed on the Destination Entry screen. Your navigation system uses a regional search area. This area is the area from which navigational directions will IN , KY , MI , OH , WI Cancel 80 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 81
Entertainment Systems Selecting a destination Press DEST to set a destination. From this menu, you may select from the a destination from previously stored entries. Address 1. From the destination entry screen, select "Address". 81 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 82
building number and press OK. 3. Use the keyboard to type in the street name. When you are typing the street name, the system may bring up possible roads that you can select from. (if available). Or, press "Input City Name". 82 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 83
of matching points of interest. If there are too many matches being listed, try entering the town name first. • By Category - Press "Category". Scroll down the list to select the be listed. 2. Confirm destination details. 83 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 84
Deleting stored locations Your navigation system allows you to delete any stored locations (previous destinations, memory points, special memory Menu" in the bottom left hand corner of the screen. 3. Press "Stored locations". 84 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 85
listed. 8. Press YES to confirm the deletion. 9. Press DELETE ALL to delete all stored locations. Emergency Your navigation system is equipped with a separate Emergency screen. To access the Emergency screen, press "Emergency". 85 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 86
appropriate button. Adding a memory point You may add more memory points to be stored in the system. 1. With the map displayed, touch your finger to the screen to scroll to the desired a memory point via the Navigation menu. 86 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 87
Entertainment Systems 1. Press the MAP hard key. 2. Press "Nav Menu" in the bottom left hand corner of the screen. 3. Press "Stored locations". . 8. Press OK. The new point will be added to the list of stored memory points. 87 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 88
. Accessing memory point lists 1. Press the MAP hard key. 2. Press "Nav Menu" in the bottom left hand corner of the screen. 3. Press "Stored locations". 88 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 89
Entertainment Systems 4. Press "Memory Point". 5. Press LIST 6. Select the desired entry to view its location details. Sorting memory point lists icon, the icons are listed in the order they appear on the icon selection screen. 89 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 90
show "Memory Point Deleted". Deleting all memory points • In the Memory Point Menu, press DELETE ALL. • The system will ask you to confirm deletion. Press YES to confirm. The screen will briefly show "All Memory Points Deleted". 90 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 91
Entertainment Systems Freeway Entrance/Exit To set a freeway entrance or exit as a destination: 1. Press the DEST hard key "A-Z" button. Select the desired entrance or exit. The destination details are displayed for confirmation. 91 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 92
Entertainment Systems Destination and way points The Store Dest. & Way Point menu is used after a destination or way point has . To adjust the position of the way point (or destination), scroll the map as required. Press OK. 92 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 93
Entertainment Systems Editing and changing order of way points and destination Press "Chg. Order" to change the criteria by pressing "Change" in the route preferences screen. Refer to Route preferences for further information. 93 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 94
, the navigation system automatically calculates the selected destination. The route appears on the display screen and a voice prompt provides instructions. The system may calculate up routes to the same destination. Menu mode 94 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 95
• Information - Gives you the Lincoln Customer Assistance Center information. • Brightness/Contrast - Allows you to adjust the brightness and contrast on the screen. • Screen off - Allows you to turn off the navigation screen. 95 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 96
your risk of collision and personal injury. Ford Motor Company shall not be liable for any damages of any 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 - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 97
system as this may lead to damage and void your warranty. If a problem occurs, stop using the system immediately and contact your Ford or Lincoln in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful conditions, special events, traffic congestion, or travel time. 97 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 98
be affected by "signal modulation." Signal modulation is a process radio stations antenna and the radio station signal can cause FM reception problems. Static can be caused on AM stations by power lines, electric fences, traffic lights 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 99
always to use the latest update of this map DVD. • The navigation system will only work with DVDs specifically intended for your navigation system. • Always store the map DVDs in their protective cases when not in use. 99 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 100
version for navigation. Customer service If you need help operating your navigation/audio system, want to report a map database error or want to obtain a map DVD, please call 1 (888) 628-6277 (NAV-MAPS) or log onto www.navtech.com. 100 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 101
have control of their individual temperature settings (dual zone). Press to turn on dual zone mode, press again to return to single zone. DUAL 101 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 102
to manually enable or disable the fan speed. 15. EXT: Displays the outside air temperature. It will remain displayed until the EXT control is pressed again. The external temperature will be most accurate when the vehicle has been moving for a period of time. 102 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 103
• To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place position. the air flow selector in the • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. . 103 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 104
rear window defroster. The defroster turns off automatically after a predetermined amount of time or when the ignition is turned to the OFF position. To manually turn off the defroster, press the be covered by your warranty. 104 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 105
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 delay, then turn the headlamp switch to OFF. 105 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 106
headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate. Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate. 106 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 107
Lights PANEL DIMMER CONTROL in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician. Vertical aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall of masking tape works well). 107 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 108
open the hood. 4. On the wall or screen you will observe an area of high intensity light. The top of the high intensity area should touch the horizontal reference line, if not, the • Push up to activate the right turn signal. 108 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 109
lights air enters the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur. This condensation is normal and will clear within 45 minutes of headlamp operation. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. 109 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 110
panel lights - see your dealer. * For vehicles with HID lamps, see your dealer for service. **When replacing the center high mount stop lamp, see your dealer for replacement bulbs. Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. 110 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 111
The park/turn lamp bulbs can be replaced without removing the headlamp assembly. 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the hood. 2. Remove the protective bulb cover by removing the three retaining bolts. 111 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 112
the tail lamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb. 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the trunk and carefully pull the carpet away to expose the on the vehicle with three nut and washer 112 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 113
socket in trunk lid by turning clockwise. Replacing high-mount light assembly away from its housing to disengage it from the retaining clips. 2. Remove the light assembly from the headliner. 3. Disconnect the light assembly wiring and replace the light assembly. 113 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 114
Lights Overhead console lamps To remove and replace the lamps in the overhead console: 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF on the lamp assembly. 4. Pull the bulb straight out. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 114 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 115
arm. Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance. Poor wiper quality can sometimes be improved by cleaning the wiper blades, refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter. 115 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 116
the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamp. 116 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 117
the RESET button is pressed. The second level messages return on the display after a period of time. • The alarm system warning will be displayed when you first start the vehicle and can be cleared by pressing the RESET button. 117 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 118
be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect the compass directional heading is displayed. 118 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 119
turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. To calibrate the compass: 1. Press and release the MODE button until the compass directional heading is displayed. 119 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 120
by U.S. federal safety standards (this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannot detect an object, signaling the 120 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 121
for programming and/or operation of the HomeLink. It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for hand-held transmitter signals into HomeLink. 121 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 122
4 has been completed. Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to replace step 3 with procedures noted in the "Gate Operator and Canadian Programming" section for icon on the display. If the indicator light(s) 122 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 123
your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting - not allowing replace step 3 with the following: Note: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is advised to unplug the device during the "cycling" process to prevent overheating. 123 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 124
occur for the trained product (garage door, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.). For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device may will appear on the HomeLink display. 124 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 125
releasing the HomeLink button, follow step 2 in the "Programming" section. For questions or comments, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515. 125 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 126
pressing RESET button but will return after a period of time. Reset oil life mode To reset oil minder when the vehicle oil is changed: 126 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 127
the transmission in R (reverse) by pressing the control on the overhead console. The system will re-activate every time the ignition key is turned ON. To de-activate be backlit green at night time when the headlamps are ON. 127 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 128
. AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet is located under the instrument panel. 128 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 129
stop window operation. One touch down can be deactivated during operation by pushing down on the top part of the driver power window control. 129 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 130
the window controls. Accessory delay (if equipped) With accessory delay, the window sensor on the backside of the mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance. Without Navigation System The mirror automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare. 130 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 131
automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated. Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors. 131 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 132
48 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. Speed control does not work at speeds below 30 mph (48 km/h). Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. 132 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 133
the SET + control and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The message "SPEED CONTROL" will be displayed in the message center • Depress the brake pedal Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed. 133 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 134
control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the vehicle reaches that speed 134 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 135
Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. This will not erase your vehicle's previously set speed. • Press the speed control OFF control. to the next track on the disc. 135 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 136
top portion of the control to hear previous command repeated from the navigation system. Rear console radio/climate controls (if equipped) Refer to Entertainment Systems and Climate Controls chapters for operation instructions. 136 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 137
to avoid negating these benefits. Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, in-vehicle communications systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios. 137 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 138
. The message center allows you to: • see problems such as door ajar and trunk ajar. • check the on/off status of air suspension and speed control systems. • see a more accurate speed while driving ( of the instrument panel. 138 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 139
RESET control. Your speed from that point will be displayed on the left side of the cluster until RESET is pressed again. SELECT RESET 139 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 140
was not perfectly level during 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 Speed control in this chapter. 2. Select FUEL ECON 140 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 141
in your tank under normal driving conditions. Remember to turn the ignition OFF battery is disconnected. If "CO" or "CS" is displayed, there is a problem with the fuel indication system and you should contact your dealer for service as soon as possible. 141 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 142
displayed, press the RESET control to change the message center display from metric to English units or from English to metric units. SELECT RESET 142 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 143
trunk release control and power door locks will be disabled when the vehicle perimeter alarm system is armed. This control will not work until the vehicle perimeter alarm system is disarmed. Refer to Perimeter Alarm System in the Locks and Security chapter. 143 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 144
If the remote release is inoperative, open the trunk, then pull the override release handle located inside the trunk to open the fuel filler door. REAR CENTER CONSOLE (if equipped) • remote seat adjustment (if equipped) 144 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 145
pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. 145 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 146
the ignition. Before handing over the valet key to a valet attendant, lock the interior remote trunk release control and the glove box with the master key. Do not hand over the remote entry and turned to the unlock position. 146 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 147
inhibit This feature disables the power door locks and trunk interior release switches if all doors are closed and each door. Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors. • Move lock control up 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 148
. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 148 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 149
troubleshooting the problem. Unlocking the doors 1. Press and release to unlock the driver's door. Note: The interior lamps will illuminate. 2. Press and release again within five seconds to unlock all the doors. Security lighting 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 150
lamps will turn off and the parklamps will flash, if all the closures (doors, trunk, hood) are closed. If any closure is not closed, the parklamps will not • Turn the ignition to the 2 (ACCESSORY), 3 (ON) or 4 (START) positions. 150 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 151
coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 151 2005 Town Car - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 152
for reprogramming. How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four) available before beginning this procedure. 152 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 153
you will automatically exit the system will turn off the interior lights if: • the ignition switch is turned to the 3 (ON) or the 2 (ACCESSORY system to operate. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or 153 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 154
seat/mirrors/adjustable pedals feature (if equipped) The remote keyless entry system can also control the memory seats/mirrors/adjustable pedals feature. With this feature, the first two programmed transmitters will recall a different memory position. 154 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 155
/mirrors/adjustable pedals feature To module, and is available from your authorized dealer. You can also create your own 5-digit personal entry code. When pressing the controls on the keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation. 155 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 156
codes to unlock your vehicle. These codes do not replace the permanent code that was provided by your dealer. Tips set 5-digit code. The keyless entry keypad and interior lights will illuminate and the driver's door will unlock. 156 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 157
for instructions on how to program the coded key. Note: The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. 157 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 158
will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If the indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician. 158 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 159
need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed. Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in and remove the second key from the ignition. 159 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 160
one time to arm the system. • Lock all doors using the keypad. • Lock all doors using the interior power lock switch while the driver or passenger door is open and then closed. • Lock all doors with the key in the key lock cylinder. 160 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 161
trim remote trunk release control and the power door unlock control are disabled, in order to further protect your vehicle. Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of position with a programmed coded ignition key. 161 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 162
moved up and down. Push control to lower head restraint. Using the manual recline function (if equipped) Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback . Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 162 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 163
this locking pin, the armrest must be inspected and serviced by a qualified technician in accordance with the vehicle service manual. Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power or seatback when the vehicle is moving. 163 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 164
Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Press the control to recline the seatback forward or backward. Press to move the seat forward or backward. 164 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 165
of the control for maximum heat. • Push again to deactivate. • Push the indicated side of the control for minimum heat. • Push again to deactivate. 165 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 166
in this chapter for instructions on operating the rear heated seats. Easy-access/easy-out feature (if equipped) This feature automatically moves the driver's control indicator light will briefly illuminate. While the light is illuminated, press control 1. 166 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post- - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 167
Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors • Restraint system warning light and back-up tone • The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, and indicator lights 167 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 168
sensor allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the deployment level of the driver dual-stage airbag based on seat position. The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sitting close to the driver airbag by providing a lower airbag output level. 168 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 169
outboard passenger safety belts are fastened. This information allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the airbag deployment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage. Refer to Safety belt section in this chapter. 169 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 170
technician immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 170 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 171
use appropriate child restraints. Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them. 171 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 172
are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front outboard passenger and rear seat safety belts have three types of locking modes described more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers. 172 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 173
in the rear seat whenever possible. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 173 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 174
to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in a collision. Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. 174 2005 Town Car (tow - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 175
the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision. Lap belts Adjusting the front center seat lap belt The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not across the waist. 175 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 176
Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use. 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. 176 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 177
sensor. Both the driver's and passenger's safety belt belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off. The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off. 177 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 178
buckled. The BeltMinder feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds, repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until the safety belts are buckled. 178 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 179
brothers/sisters imitate behavior they see. 179 "I'm not going far" "Belts are uncomfortable" "I was in a hurry" "Safety belts don't work" "Traffic is light" "Belts wrinkle my clothes" "The people I'm with don't wear belts" 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 180
Seating and Safety Restraints Reasons given..."I have an airbag" Consider...Airbags offer greater protection when used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and that: • The parking brake is set 180 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 181
by the same supplier as the safety belt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended. 181 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 182
replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. For proper care of soiled safety belts, refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) 182 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 183
airbag module. Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. Ford Motor replace the steering column assembly could result in severe injury or death in the event of a collision. 183 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 184
air bag module. Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury. Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 185
the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation. The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Driver and passenger airbags - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 186
The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits as well as the supplemental air bag electrical system wiring (including the impact sensors), the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors. 186 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 187
air bag under certain conditions. The driver's airbag is not part of the front passenger sensing system. The front passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front passenger's seat and safety belt. The sensors 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 188
put on safety belts, it's very important that they continue to sit upright, with their back against the seatback, with their feet comfortably extended on the floor while the vehicle is still in motion. Sitting improperly can increase the chance of 188 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 189
(i.e. heavy briefcase, fully packed luggage) Lit Empty seat, Small or medium object with safety belt buckled Disabled Disabled In case there is a problem with the AIR passenger sensing system, the BAG airbag readiness light in the instrument cluster will stay lit. DO NOT attempt to repair or - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 190
. The use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side air bags and increase the risk of injury in an accident. Do not lean your head on the door. The side air bag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. 190 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 191
provided occupants in side impact collisions. The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation. 191 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 192
service manual. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Air bag readiness - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 193
be positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child's face or neck, the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt. Moving the child closer to the center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder belt fit. 193 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 194
bent comfortably at the edge of the seat without slouching? • Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? • Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest? • Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? 194 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 195
booster seat may improve this condition. The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a belt only. It is best to use a booster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat- the safest place for children to ride. 195 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 196
seat, with the tongue between the child seat and the release button, to prevent accidental unbuckling. • Place seat back in upright position. • Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to Automatic locking mode. 196 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 197
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. 197 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 198
grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together. 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 198 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 199
click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode. 7. Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with your knee on the child seat. 199 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 200
belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode (you should not be able to pull more belt out). If the retractor is not locked, unbuckle the belt are available as an accessory for many older safety 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 201
safety belts. Follow the instructions in this chapter. 7. 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. 201 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 202
, use the vehicle belt and the top tether anchor. Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor. In a crash, one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break, causing serious injury or death. 202 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 203
The LATCH anchors are below the locator symbols on the seat back. Two plastic LATCH guides can be obtained at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. They snap onto the LATCH lower in a crash greatly increases. 203 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 204
to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars. They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. 204 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 205
not include acceleration, cornering, under controlled conditions on a specified car tires must meet under the Federal Motor many thousands of miles of service, but they must be : A measure of the amount of air in a tire. • Standard load 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 206
the road when mounted on the vehicle. Rim: The metal support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat. Every day before you drive, Motor Company. 206 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 207
cuts that may permit air leakage from the to be repaired or replaced. For your safety automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick type 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 208
air to reach the recommended air pressure Note: If you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the valve. Then recheck the pressure with your tire gauge. 4. Replace tire and cause an air leak. 208 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 209
and wheels could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Make sure all tires and wheels on the vehicle are of the same size, type, tread design, brand, load - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 210
as possible with a road tire/wheel that is the same size and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired. 210 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 211
load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. Tire change procedure To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you else could be seriously injured. 211 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 212
the wheel well. On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. OFF Refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter for more information. 212 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 213
body (C) near the tire you are changing, then place the jack (D) under D the frame (A) of the vehicle aligning it with the mark (B semi-circle). 213 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 214
the rear differential as a jacking point. 7. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench. 8. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is facing outward. Reinstall the jack handle counterclockwise. 214 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 215
jack properly in the holder bracket. 12. Turn on the air suspension switch. 1 3 4 5 2 WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. When a wheel is installed, always remove 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 216
be used for service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. Note width. 4. R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel conditions. The ratings range from 81 mph (130 km/h) to 186 mph (299 km/h). These ratings are listed in the following chart. 216 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 217
safety certification label, which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 217 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 218
is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 218 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 219
on the rear axle (a total of six or more tires on the vehicle). 4. Maximum Load Single lb. (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 219 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 220
example. 1. T: Indicates a type of tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for temporary service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. 2. 145: Indicates the the ability of tread to grip 220 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 221
exposed to hot exhaust temperatures requiring the tire to be replaced. Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, stops and turns 221 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 222
or ride disturbance wheel and replace it with or Lincoln/Mercury dealer suspension (if equipped) may require alignment of all four wheels. The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear. 222 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 223
longer tire life. Unless otherwise specified, rotate the tires approximately every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) 223 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 224
Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the Lincoln/Mercury dealership to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 225
cable type chains offered by Ford as an accessory or equivalent. Using SAE class S or other conventional link type tire chains on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle aftermarket equipment. 225 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 226
label is the maximum payload for the vehicle as built by the assembly plant. If any aftermarket or dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle, the weight of the equipment vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 226 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 227
Tires, Wheels and Loading Example only: Cargo Weight - includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. 227 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 228
. Note: For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your dealership. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 228 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 229
where the GCW of the towing vehicle plus the trailer exceed the GVWR of the towing vehicle. The GCW must never exceed the GCWR. 229 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 230
Replacement that will be riding in your vehicle. manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity: 230 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 231
3-100 lb. (45 kg) cement bags, then the load calculation would be: light suspension. Inspect these components carefully after towing. Your loaded trailer should weigh no more than 2,000 lb. (907 kg). Do not exceed the GVWR specified on the certification label. 231 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 232
allow slack for turning corners. If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you. Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 233
in P (Park). • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you must park on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels. 233 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 234
affecting driveability, emissions and reliability. Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in water. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked and internal transmission components. 234 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 235
engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. 235 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 236
instructions down automatically, belts and their proper usage, refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 3. Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 4. Make sure the parking brake is set. HOOD 236 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 237
belt is fastened, the Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to 4 (START). 2. Turn the key to 4 (START), then release the key as soon as the engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. light may not illuminate. 237 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 238
, press the accelerator to the floor or air conditioning to bring in fresh air. BRAKES service technician. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by a qualified service technician. 238 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 239
may need to be serviced. Even when the ABS is disabled, BRAKE normal braking is still effective. (If your BRAKE warning lamp ! P illuminates with the parking brake released, have your brake system serviced immediately.) BRAKE ! P 239 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 240
the gearshift is latched in P ( pedal. 3. Move the gearshift from the P (Park) position to one of the forward gears (the parking brake will not release automatically when you shift into reverse). The brake pedal must remain pressed while the gearshift is moved. 240 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 241
better use of available traction in these conditions. During Traction Control operation, you may hear an electric motor type of sound coming from the engine compartment and the engine will not "rev-up" when you push further on the accelerator. This is normal system behavior and should be no reason - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 242
conditions . Check for low power steering pump fluid level before seeking service by your dealer. • Do not fill the power steering tire • uneven tire wear • loose or worn suspension components • loose or worn steering components • 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 243
service technician. AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM The air suspension system is designed to improve ride, handling and general vehicle performance during: • Certain road conditions • Steering maneuvers • Braking • Accelerations This system keeps the rear of your vehicle at a constant level by automatically - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 244
using a flat head screwdriver. Apply the brake pedal and shift the transmission into N (Neutral) while the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the OFF/ service technician. 244 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 245
• Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park) Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. 245 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 246
OFF The transmission control indicator light (TCIL) will illuminate on the Provides engine braking. • Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O/D to other gears (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turned off. 246 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 247
surface. Under normal conditions, the Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle. The axle may exhibit a slight noise or vibration in tight turns with low vehicle speed. This is normal behavior and indicates the axle is working. 247 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 248
detecting certain objects while the vehicle slowly moves in reverse at speeds less than 6 mph (10 km/h). The system is not effective at speeds greater than 6 mph (10 km/h) and may not detect certain angular or moving objects. 248 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 249
a slower rate or stops. The extended rear park aid is automatically enabled when the gear selector is placed in R (Reverse) and system is disabled. The system defaults to ON every time the ignition is turned on. Press the control to disable or enable the system. 249 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 250
accumulations of dirt (do not clean the sensors with sharp objects). These elements may cause the system to operate inaccurately. If the vehicle sustains applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 250 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide ( - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 251
. In Canada, the card is found in the Owner Information Guide in the glove compartment. U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1-800-521-4140. 251 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 252
Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1-800-241-3673; Lincoln , the flasher may run down your battery. FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH FUEL RESET 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 253
the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. 15 Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire. 253 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 254
- Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover. 254 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 255
Sensor (OCS), Passenger Air bag Deactivation Indicator (PADI) Audio, Navigation control head Back-up lamps Audio Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS), Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relay coil, Ignition coil relay coil, Fuel relay coil Wiper module 3 4 5 6 10A 10A 10A 10A 7 10A 255 2005 Town Car - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 256
Rear Air Suspension Module (RASM) LCM (Illumination) Cluster, Extended rear park aide module Adjustable pedals Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) module Cigar lighter, OBD II Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) LCM (Interior lighting) Driver's Door Module - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 257
shock, always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 257 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 258
START) Powertrain Control Module (PCM) keep alive power Fuel relay feed Instrument panel power point Alternator regulator PCM relay feed Driver's Door Module (DDM) Ignition coil relay feed Horn relay feed A/C clutch relay feed Audio 258 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 259
#2 Starter relay feed ABS module (Pump) Rear defroster relay feed Power Decklid Module (PDM) ABS module (Valves) Wiper module Rear power point #1 RASM (Air compressor) Rear power point #2 Moonroof Rear cigar lighters Pulldown module 259 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 260
seat module Rear heated seats A/C clutch Not used Ignition coil PCM Not used Fuel Not used Not used Horn Starter RASM (Air compressor) Blower Delayed accessory A/C clutch Reverse battery Horn, Door latch Power seats Delayed accessory relay for windows, moonroof, audio and navigation system * Mini - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 261
all other accessories off. 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. 261 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 262
Roadside Emergencies 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 262 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - - - - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 263
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. before disconnecting the jumper cables. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - - + + - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 264
surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle's battery. 264 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - - - - + + + + - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 265
from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle's battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 266
, vehicle damage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. 266 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 267
the United States: Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P.O. Box 6248 Dearborn, MI 48121 1-800-392-3673 (FORD) (TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952) www.customersaskford.com In Canada: Customer Relationship Centre 267 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 268
must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state's warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states. 268 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 269
following address: Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes. 269 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 270
. For example, see the unique brochures for California, West Virginia, Georgia and Wisconsin purchasers/lessees. Board membership The Board consists of: • Three consumer representatives 270 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 271
member is chosen from Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership management, recognized for or serviced the vehicle. • A brief description of your unresolved concern. • A brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 272
to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). 272 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 273
alternative to SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service any participating Ford and Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Service Plan coverage options, or visit the Ford ESP website at www.ford-esp.com. 273 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 274
serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot help you, write or call: FORD MOTOR free: 1-800-782-4356 274 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 275
guide French Owner's Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. 275 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 276
time. • Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash. • Suntan lotions and sealant to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 277
before repairing paint chips. • Always read the instructions before using the products. ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS to hot or warm wheel rims or covers. • Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish on your wheel 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 278
and side windows may be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner such as Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23), available from your dealer. 278 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 279
(rubbing) alcohol or windshield washer solution. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function belts and seats equipped with side air bags: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 280
on the vehicle's safety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing. Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the seat-mounted side air bag. Such products could contaminate the side air bag system and affect performance of the side air bag in a collision. LEATHER SEATS - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 281
Step Wash and Wax Concentrate (ZC-6-A) Paint Sealant (ZC-45) Premium Car Wash Concentrate (U.S. only) (ZC-17-B) Premium Glass Cleaner (Canada only CXC-93) Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only) (CXC-94) Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 281 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 282
service. Check your Warranty Guide/Owner Information Guide to find out which parts and services are covered. Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service battery air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 282 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002- - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 283
handle located under the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front of the hood in the grille. 3. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open. 283 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 284
reservoir 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Air filter assembly 4. Power steering fluid reservoir 5. Engine coolant reservoir 6. Battery 7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 284 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 285
of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if is securely latched in P (Park). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 285 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 286
ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. 286 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 287
the engine by a qualified service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine engine oil filler cap removed. 287 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 288
and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. 288 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 289
can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery, always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide proper ventilation. 289 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 290
vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned. If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is reconnected. 290 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 291
Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014-R1060). The level of coolant should be maintained at the "FULL COLD" level or within the "COLD FILL RANGE" in the coolant reservoir. If the level falls below, add coolant per the instructions . 291 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 292
information for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your are not interchangeable; do not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 293
service location. In this instance, the cooling system methanol antifreeze ( system, add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the "FULL COLD" level. For all other vehicles which have a 293 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 294
Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. 294 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 295
Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer to Refill capacities in this section. Fill your engine and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection. 295 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 296
illuminate. • A tone will sound 3 times. • 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 - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 297
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 , which is a cancer-causing agent. 297 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 298
hazardous under certain conditions. Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container. 298 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 299
cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others: Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; Turn off your engine when you are refueling; Do not smoke if cap clockwise 1/4 of a turn until it stops. 299 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 300
cap properly and reinstall it. If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler cap that is system components. Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty. 300 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 301
to the Instrument Cluster chapter. Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service technician. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. 87 301 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 302
2 automatic click-offs when 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. 302 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 303
eliminate the need to stop. • Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down gradually. • Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 55 mph [88 km/h] uses 15% less fuel than traveling at 65 mph [105 km/h]). 303 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 304
air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. • You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gear occurs. Unnecessary shifting of this type on the gas pedal. 304 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 305
. Illumination of the Service engine soon light, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of engine power, could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly. 305 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 306
a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required. If the Check engine/Service engine soon light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. 306 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 307
Service engine soon light on. If the vehicle's powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced, the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a "not ready for I/M test" condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system . 307 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 308
brake components are replaced. Fluid levels below the "MAX" line MAX that do not trigger the brake system warning lamp are system could be compromised, seek service from your dealer immediately. TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 309
added at this time, an overfill condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating temperature. The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature (150°F-170°F [66°C-77°C]). DON'T ADD 309 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 310
condition. Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. 310 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 311
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Fuel filter Battery-standard Battery-heavy duty Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs 1 1 4.6L SOHC V8 engine FA-1668 FG-986B BXT-65-650 BXT-65-750 FL-820-S 2 3 Included in long wheelbase package. 311 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 312
DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid1 Motorcraft MERCON ATF Motorcraft MERCONV ATF Capacity 3 2 5.7L (6.0 quarts) Brake fluid Fill to line on reservoir Power steering fluid Transmission fluid (4R70/75 E)2 312 Fill to line on reservoir 13.2L (13.9 quarts) 3 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 313
bottom of the filler hole. 7 Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. 4 Fluid Engine coolant 313 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 314
yellow colored) Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 5W20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) Item Ford part number PM-1 Ford API Certification (US) CXO-5W20-LSP12 Mark (Canada) 314 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 315
specification ESB-M1C93-B or ESR-M1C159-A Hinges, latches, striker plates, fuel filler door hinge and seat Automatic transmission MERCONV ATF (4R70/75 E-W)3 Motorcraft Rear Axle SAE 80W-90 Lubricant 2 Premium Rear Axle axles. 315 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 316
to determine the correct service interval. ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Ignition system Spark plug gap Compression 87 octane 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 Coil on plug 0.052-0.056 inch (1.32-1.42mm) 9.4:1 3 316 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 317
Maintenance and Specifications 317 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 318
located. The Certification label is located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge of the driver's door. 318 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 319
type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and transfer case (if equipped). 319 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 320
code on the vehicle certification label. The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents. Code H W Description Four-speed automatic (4R70E) - Sharonville Four-speed automatic (4R70E) - Livonia 320 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 321
.com. Exterior style Bug shields Deflectors Front end covers Headlamps, fog lights and Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) Splash guards Wheels Interior style Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors Floor mats 321 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 322
not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in the area of the driver's side hood. • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 322 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 323
190 disposal ...193 driver air bag ...185, 191 indicator light ...190, 192 operation ...185, 191 passenger air bag ...185, 191 side air bag ...190 Air cleaner filter ...310-311 Air suspension ...243 description ...243 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...291 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...239 - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 324
...132 Customer Assistance ...251 Ford accessories for your vehicle ...280 Ford Extended Service Plan ...273 Getting assistance outside filter, specifications ...288, 311 recommendations ...288 refill capacities ...312 specifications ...314, 316 Exhaust fumes ...238 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 325
297, 299, 302 filter, specifications ...301, lighting up panel and interior ...107 J Jack ...209 positioning ...209 storage ...209 Jump-starting your vehicle ...260 K Keyless entry system ...155 Keys positions of the ignition ...235 L Lamps autolamp system ...105 325 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 326
point ...128 Power steering ...242 fluid, checking and adding ...307 fluid, refill capacity ...312 fluid, specifications ...314 Power trunk ...143-144 Power Windows ...129 R Radio ...30 Rear window defroster ...104 Relays ...253 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 327
...241 Traction-lok rear axle ...247 Transmission ...243 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...243 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...308 fluid, refill capacities ...312 lubricant specifications ..314, 316 Trunk ...147 remote release ...143, 151 327 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 328
loading ...225 Ventilating your vehicle ...238 W Warning lights (see Lights) ...10 Water, Driving through ...250 Windows power ...129 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ...115 replacing wiper blades ...115 Wrecker towing ...266 328 2005 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
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Introduction
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Instrument Cluster
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Entertainment Systems
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CD changer
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Navigation system
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Dual automatic temperature control
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Lights
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Headlamps
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Turn signal control
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Bulb replacement
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Driver Controls
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Windshield wiper/washer control
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Steering wheel adjustment
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Power windows
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Mirrors
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Speed control
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Message center
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Locks and Security
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Table of Contents
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2005 Town Car
(tow)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA_English
(fus)