2008 Lincoln Town Car Owner Guide 2nd Printing
2008 Lincoln Town Car Manual
2008 Lincoln Town Car manual content summary:
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adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Message center 44 44 45 48 49 52 59 Locks and Security Locks Anti-theft system 73 73 85 Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints 90 90 98 112 125 1 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 2
Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 186 186 187 188 188 195 202 203 209 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 211 217 218 Cleaning 219 2 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 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 © 2008 Ford Motor Company 3 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 4
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 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 5
speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in. Drive your new vehicle at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage. 5 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 6
including information such as: • how various systems in your vehicle were operating; • whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were buckled; • how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the brake pedal; 6 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 7
Motor Company and Ford of Canada systems, Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export. Refer to this Owner's Guide for all other required information and warnings. 7 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 8
Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 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 Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 9 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 10
chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. 10 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 11
this light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned to no, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 11 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 12
ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. For more information on this system, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 12 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 13
in the off 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 1/2 mile (0.8 km). 13 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 14
the Message center in the Driver Controls chapter to change your display cool, refer to What you should know about fail-safe cooling in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 14 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 15
the fleet manager to better determine when the oil needs to be changed. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. 15 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 16
the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. The arrow near the fuel pump icon indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. 16 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 17
task when it is safe to do so. Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window switches, and audio system are off, press CD prior to inserting a disc. Do not force a disc into the system as damage could result. 17 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 18
dealer for availability. 7. MENU: Press MENU repeatedly to access RBDS on/off. Use SEL to toggle RBDS on/off. Press MENU again to access Program type mode or Show Type/Name mode. (MENU must be pressed within 10 seconds to proceed to the next RBDS mode.) 18 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 19
Occupancy mode: (Available only on Audiophile audios): Press MENU repeatedly changes automatically and slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Recommended level is 1-3. SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting. 19 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 20
to manually go up or down the radio frequency. CAT: CAT is only available when equipped with Satellite Radio. Your vehicle may be equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your authorized dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 21
through your authorized dealer. Detailed satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 20. On/Off/Volume: Push to turn on/off; turn to adjust the volume levels. REW FF 3 4 21 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 22
a CD until the system displays LOAD CD #. With the ignition on, the radio will begin to play a CD once inserted. If the ignition and audio system are off, press CD prior to inserting a disc. Do not force a disc into the system as damage could result. 22 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 23
Press to manually go up or down the radio frequency. CAT is only available when equipped with Satellite radio. Your vehicle may be equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your authorized dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 24
reception is available through your authorized dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 9. MENU feature when COMPRESS OFF is displayed. 24 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 25
a preset button until sound returns. 11. On/Off/Volume: Push to turn on/off; turn to adjust the volume levels. Note: With the ignition and audio system off, you may press the volume control to momentarily view the clock. 25 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 26
six discs. Note: Ensure that the system is ready to accept the CD and do available through your authorized dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Check with your authorized dealer for availability 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 27
center out. Don't: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time. • Clean using a circular motion. CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio dealer for further information. 27 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 28
Entertainment Systems Audio system warranty and service Refer to the Warranty Guide/Customer Information Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician. 28 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 29
(DEATC) SYSTEM 1. A/C control: Cools the vehicle A/C and is used to reduce humidity in the vehicle. Press to turn on/off. The A/C control engages automatically in Auto, Defrost and Floor/Defrost modes. 2. Recirculation control: Cools the vehicle more quickly by recirculating the cabin air instead - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 30
airflow locations and fan speed. 13. Driver's side temperature control: Controls the temperature on the driver side of the vehicle. 14. Fan Speed: Used to manually enable or disable the fan speed. To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO. 30 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 31
maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan to the highest speed. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. 31 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 32
decrease airflow temperature. • FAN: Press to increase or decrease the fan speed. REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER time or when the ignition is turned off. To manually turn off the defroster, press the control again. Do covered by your warranty. 32 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 33
The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control. The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for • At this point, the exterior lamps turn on. 33 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 34
weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. 34 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 35
Lights headlamps should be checked by your authorized dealer. Vertical aim adjustment 1. Park the center from the ground and mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height (a piece of masking tape works well). 35 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 36
and 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 beam . • Push up to activate the right turn signal. 36 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 37
headlamps are vented to equalize pressure. When moist air enters the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur. This condensation is normal and will clear within 45 minutes of headlamp operation. 37 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 38
with HID lamps, see your authorized dealer for service. ** When replacing the center high mount stop lamp assembly, see your authorized dealer for service. Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. 38 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 39
clip next to the vertical aim adjuster, pull the headlamp assembly forward and disconnect the electrical connector. 5. Remove the five screws and the protective bulb cover from the headlamp assembly. 39 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 40
To ensure a good seal, attach the bulb cover and partially tighten the screws. Check to ensure the gasket is fully centered. Finish tightening the screws in a criss-cross capsule assembly must be replaced by your authorized dealer. 40 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 41
Lights then open the hood. 2. Remove five retainers and radiator cover. 3. Remove three bolts, pull headlamp assembly forward and pull bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb until it snaps, locking it into position. 6. To 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 42
Lights 4. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the lamp assembly. 5. Pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new in the new bulb. 4. Install the bulb socket in trunk lid by turning clockwise. 42 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 43
by pulling downward on the assembly. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the high-mount brakelamp assembly. 3. Install the new high-mount brakelamp assembly by aligning the tabs and pushing upward until it snaps in place. 43 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 44
the windshield is dry. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield, always use the windshield washer. In on until the wipers are turned off. 44 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 45
steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamp. Slide on rod feature (if equipped) Rotate the before moving it back towards the windshield. 45 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 46
backwards. AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 47
can cause damage not covered by your warranty. REAR CENTER CONSOLE FEATURES (IF EQUIPPED) The rear center console incorporates the center console. With the ignition is in the accessory position, move the control forward or backward to move front passenger seat. 47 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 48
radio/climate controls (if equipped) Refer to the Entertainment Systems and Climate Controls chapters for operation instructions. Rear radio/climate controls lockout The rear radio/climate the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open. 48 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 49
or until any door is opened. INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm which lets you adjust the mirror UP or DOWN and from SIDE to SIDE. WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. 49 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 50
change from the normal (high reflective) state to the non-glare (darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach the interior mirror. When the interior mirror detects bright light to the center position to disable the adjust function. 50 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 51
of the control to adjust the pedals away from you. The adjustment allows for approximately 2.5 inches (65 mm) of maximum travel. WARNING: Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on the pedals while the vehicle is moving. 51 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 52
speed. 3. Press the SET + control and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. light will be displayed in 5. The the instrument cluster. Note: • Vehicle speed may vary speed control will not erase previous set speed. 52 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 53
control to increase the vehicle 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 press and release the SET in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). 53 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 54
) Audio control features In Radio mode: • Press NEXT to select the next preset station within the current radio band. In Tape mode: • Press NEXT to listen to the next selection on the tape. In CD mode: • Press NEXT to listen to the next track on the disc. 54 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 55
gate, be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential injury or damage. Do not use the HomeLink Wireless Control System with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by 55 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 56
the door does not activate, press and hold the just-trained HomeLink button and observe the indicator light. • If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink button is pressed and released. 56 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 57
-held transmitter until the frequency signal has been accepted by the HomeLink. The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink accepts the radio frequency signal. • Proceed with Step 3 in the Programming section. 57 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 58
the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the HomeLink button, follow Step 1 in the Programming section. For questions or comments, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515. 58 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 59
systems. You may select display features on the message center for a display of status. The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings functions shown in the INFO menu and SETUP menu. 59 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 60
. If you RESET this warning message, this display and tone will return within 10 minutes or 10 miles (16 km). DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy, which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is not 60 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 61
pumps at service stations • system engaged to display a stabilized average. 2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference. It is important to press the RESET control (press and hold RESET for two seconds in order to reset reset. 61 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 62
order to reset the timer to zero. Setup menu Press this control for the following displays: • System Check • Display (odometer/speedometer) • Text Size (normal/large) • Units (English/Metric) • Language • Compass Zone/Calibration • Oil Minder Start Value 62 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 63
OIL LIFE - PRESS RESET IF NEW OIL 2. WASHER FLUID 3. AIR SUSPENSION 4. RECONFIGURABLE TELLTALES - OK - FAILED RED - FAILED AMBER 5. BACKUP AID Display Type 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu. 2. Press the SELECT control to change the display. 63 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 64
Pressing the SELECT control cycles the message center through each of the language choices. bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed manual calibration may be necessary. Refer to Compass zone/calibration adjustment. 64 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 65
your geographic location is displayed on the message center. The range of zone values are from 01 accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 8. Press the SELECT control to start the compass calibration function. 65 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 66
mode. 2. Press the SELECT control to change oil value. Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid) This feature sounds a warning tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is selected. 66 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 67
conditions still exist within the vehicle. Warning display Door Ajar Coolant over temperature Powertrain malfunction Check fuel cap Check air suspension Fuel level low Status Warning cannot be reset Warning returns after 10 minutes 67 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 68
after 10 minutes. If any other button is pressed besides RESET, the message ''PRESS RESET TO CLEAR'' will appear in the message center. Once this message disappears (after approximately two seconds), press RESET to clear the warning. 68 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 69
have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. CHECK CHANGE REQUIRED message will be displayed. An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center and according to the recommended maintenance schedule. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. 69 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 70
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. 70 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 71
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. 71 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 72
fuel door. To open the door, press the control located on the door. Fuel filler door override release If the remote release is inoperative, open the trunk, then pull the override release handle located inside the trunk to open the fuel filler door. 72 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 73
/unlocking • All doors are locked when the key is inserted into the driver door key cylinder and turned to the lock position. • The driver's door is unlocked when the key is inserted into the driver door key cylinder and turned to the unlock position. 73 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 74
accessory or off position, and • the driver door is opened (within ten minutes after the ignition was transitioned to the accessory or off position). Note: The vehicle doors and all vehicle doors, the hood, and the decklid are closed. 74 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 75
of each rear door and must be set separately for each door. Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors. • Move lock control up to engage the childproof lock. • Move control down to disengage childproof locks. 75 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 76
light. The "T" shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door (lid) or inside the luggage compartment near the tail lamps. WARNING: Keep vehicle doors and brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk. 76 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 77
is in any gear other than P (Park) or N (Neutral). If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to the authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem. 77 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 78
five seconds to unlock all the doors. Security lighting Your vehicle's headlamps and park lamps alarm. Opening the trunk Press once to open the trunk. twice If your vehicle is fitted with the optional power decklid, press to open the trunk and twice to close it. 78 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 79
moving 3 mph (5 km/h) or slower. Sounding a panic alarm on the remote transmitter to activate the alarm. Note: The Press panic alarm only works with the ignition in the 1 (OFF/LOCK) 2. Press the SET control on the driver's door panel. 79 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 80
like to deactivate and then press the SET control on the driver's door panel . 3. Repeat this procedure for another remote transmitter, if NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 80 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 81
disposing of transmitter batteries. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the dealer for reprogramming. How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four) available 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 82
inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the last door is closed, or after 10 minutes if the last door is left open. 82 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 83
to unlock your vehicle. These codes do not replace the permanent code that was provided by your authorized dealer. Tips for setting codes: • Do not set a code that uses five of the same number. • Do not use five numbers in sequential order. 83 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 84
a moving decklid. Anti-scan feature If the wrong code has been entered seven times (35 consecutive button presses), the keypad will go into an anti-scan mode. This mode disables the keypad for one minute and the keypad lamp will flash. 84 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 85
DLM/GEN/18/18/16 Barbados 340/3 Vol.II Canada CANADA: 3043104475A China CMII ID:2005DJ0428 Ghana SPLS / -485 / 2001 Guam (USA) See USA Jordan 4/U/U/4250 Kenya CCK/ES/100/0 Kuwait M.C/U.S.0 /5/7-12579 Mauritius TA/2005/15 Mayotte (F) 85 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 86
If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine. Note: Do not leave a duplicate coded key in the vehicle. Always take your keys and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle. 86 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 87
dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys. Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin. Tips: • A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle. 87 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 88
indicator light will flash on and off rapidly. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new key(s) programmed. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), repeat this procedure from Step 1 for each additional key. 88 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 89
of the following actions: • Unlock the doors by using the remote entry transmitter. • Unlock the doors using a valid code on the keypad. • Unlock the doors with the key in the key lock cylinder. • Turn the ignition to the on position. 89 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 90
the following to raise and lower the head restraints. The head restraints can be moved up and down. Push control to lower head restraint. 90 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 91
manual recliner: • Lift and hold the handle located on the side of the seat. • Lean against the seatback to adjust it to your desired position. You can recline the seat back or bring it forward. • Release the handle when the desired position has been reached. 91 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 92
tool through the access hole provided. WARNING: Ford Motor Company recommends that all front seat armrests should be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision to verify that the locking pin , to unlatch and open the lid. 92 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 93
reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor. 93 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 94
chapter for additional details. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. Press the control to recline the seatback forward or backward. Press to move the seat forward or backward. 94 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 95
other liquid is spilled on the seat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly. The heated seat control is located on the driver's or front passenger's door. 95 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 96
heat. • Push again to deactivate. The heated seat module resets at every ignition run cycle. While the ignition is in the ignition is turned to the OFF position. The indicator light will illuminate when the heated seats have been activated. 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 97
While the light is illuminated, press control 1. • To program position two, repeat the previous procedure using control 2. A position can only be recalled when the transmission gearshift is in Park. A memory seat position may be programmed at any time. 97 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 98
of the dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints based on crash severity and occupant conditions. The fact that the pretensioners or airbags did not activate for both front seat occupants in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with 98 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 99
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. Front passenger sensing system For airbags positions than in the front. 99 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 100
sufficient severity, together with the front airbags. Front safety belt energy management retractors The front outboard safety belt energy management retractors allow webbing to be pulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlled 100 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 101
on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and warning light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Personal Safety System™ serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 102
airbag supplemental restraint system that are designed to be used covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them. WARNING: Front and rear seat occupants, including pregnant women, should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident. 102 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 103
safety belt system with designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant's chest. Lap belts Adjusting the front center seat lap belt (if equipped) WARNING: The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not across the waist. 103 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 104
shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. 104 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 105
belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. 105 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 106
locking mode WARNING: Ford Motor Company recommends that all passenger safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision to and increase the risk of injury in a collision. 106 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 107
. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and an authorized dealer finds that , refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. 107 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 108
determined by the front passenger sensing system. Both the driver's and 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. 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 109
feature will not activate. The Belt-Minder feature is activated - the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds, repeating for approximately (40 km) of home. 109 "I'm not going far" 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 110
have an airbag" "I'd rather be thrown clear" WARNING: Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt or insert a latchplate into the buckle to avoid the Belt-Minder chime. To do so may adversely affect the performance of the vehicle's air bag system. 110 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 111
system activated for yourself and others who may use the vehicle. To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the Belt-Minder feature while driving the vehicle. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. DO NOT START THE ENGINE. 111 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 112
times per second for three seconds, followed by three seconds with the light off, then followed by the restraint system warning light flashing four times per second for three seconds again. AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) 112 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 113
that an authorized dealer inspect all steering column assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision. Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the steering column assembly could result in severe injury or death in the event of a collision. 113 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 114
equipment to the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system, increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle. 114 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 115
instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision. WARNING: Airbags airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 115 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 116
Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter. • Driver and passenger side airbags (if equipped) • One or more impact and safing sensors • A readiness light and tone • A diagnostic module • The electrical wiring which connects the components 116 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 117
manufacturer's instructions, • the system determines that a small child is present in a forward-facing child restraint that is installed according to the manufacturer's instructions, • the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat, 117 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 118
the Љpassenger airbag offЉ or Љpass airbag offЉ indicator lamp is lit, it is possible that the person isn't sitting properly in the seat. If this happens: • Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the full upright position. 118 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 119
with your feet on the floor. The front passenger sensing system may detect small or medium objects placed on the seat cushion. For most objects that are in the front passenger seat, the passenger airbag will be disabled. Even though the 119 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 120
the seat and the center console (if equipped). Check the "passenger airbag off" or "pass airbag off" indicator lamp for proper airbag Status. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. 120 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 121
or may/not be a problem due to the front passenger sensing system. DO NOT attempt to repair or service the system; take your vehicle immediately to an authorized dealer. WARNING: The front passenger airbag is not designed to offer protection to an occupant in the center seating position. WARNING: An - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 122
on the door. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. See your authorized dealer. 122 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 123
that initiates airbag inflation. The fact that the airbags 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. Side airbags are designed 123 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 124
dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners) See your authorized dealer. Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel. 124 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 125
, 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. WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle. 125 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 126
typical convertible or toddler belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats centered on the shoulder and chest? • Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? 126 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 127
find a seating position that adequately supports your child's head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. Either type can be used at any seating position equipped with lap/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lb (18 kg). 127 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 128
all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. WARNING: Never put the shoulder belt under a child's arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. 128 2008 Town Car (tow - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 129
a belt-positioning booster. Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position with LATCH and tether anchors. For more information on top tether straps 129 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 130
. WARNING: Carefully follow all of the manufacturer's instructions included with the safety seat you put in your an active passenger airbag. Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts WARNING: Airbags can kill or 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 131
portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 131 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 132
retractor is not locked, unbuckle the belt and repeat Steps 2 through 9. Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use. 132 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 133
new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap which goes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point. Tether straps are available as an accessory vehicle are located under a cover marked with the tether anchor 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 134
seats, the tether strap must also be attached to the proper tether anchor. See Attaching child safety seats with tether straps in this chapter. 134 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 135
sides of the center of the rear seat manufacturer's instructions to properly guides hold the seat trim away to expose the anchor and make it easier to attach some child seats. WARNING: Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown. 135 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 136
hold the seat in place. WARNING: If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases. 136 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 137
on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. 137 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 138
of air in a tire. • Standard load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a maximum load at 35 psi [37 psi (2.5 bar) for Metric tires]. Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire's load carrying capability. 138 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 139
recommended by Ford Motor Company. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford Motor Company recommends the use inflation may cause uneven treadwear patterns. 139 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 140
"bleed" or reduce air pressure. The tires are hot from driving and it is normal for pressures to increase above recommended cold pressures. A hot tire at or below recommended cold inflation pressure could be significantly under-inflated. 140 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 141
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 the valve cap blow out or fail. 141 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 142
high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process and may require tires to be replaced more frequently. You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used. 142 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 143
code designating where it was manufactured, the next two are the tire size code designed to provide a safe ride and handling suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized dealer. 143 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 144
than the maximum pressure, a Ford Dealer or other tire service professional should do the mounting. Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with the person inflating standing at Avoid potholes and objects on the road 144 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 145
facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected. Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can by an authorized dealer. Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles and those with an independent rear suspension (if equipped 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 146
your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Note: Your vehicle certification and in case of a recall. 146 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 147
If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter. 6. 95: Indicates the tire's load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry. You may find this information in your Owner's Guide. If not, contact a local tire dealer. Note - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 148
next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured, the next two are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week the driver's door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 148 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 149
edge of the driver's door. The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 149 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 150
this type of tire. 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for service on light trucks. 2. Load Range/Load Inflation Limits: Indicates the as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 150 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 151
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. door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer section. 151 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 152
tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. 152 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 153
Pressure Monitoring System is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure serviced by an authorized dealer. The tire pressure should be checked periodically (at least monthly) using an accurate tire gauge, refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter. 153 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 154
tire pressure. Even if the light turns ON and a short time air. It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to the following chart for information concerning your Tire Pressure Monitoring System: 154 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 155
spare tire is installed in this section. TPMS If your tires are properly malfunction inflated and your spare tire is not in use and the light remains ON, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. 155 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 156
is not in use and the TPMS warning light still flashes, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. When inflating your tires When putting air into your tires (such as at a pressure. If the low tire pressure warning light is 156 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 157
air Ford Motor Company as an accessory or suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. • Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) with tire cables on our vehicle. 157 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 158
plant. If any aftermarket or authorized-dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle, the weight of the equipment must be subtracted from the payload listed on the Tire Label in order to determine the new payload. 158 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 159
volume capacity (how much space is available) or by payload capacity (how much weight the vehicle should carry). Once you available. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. Example only: 159 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 160
. Note: For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 160 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 161
driver's door. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR. WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or The GCW must never exceed the GCWR. 161 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 162
in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. 162 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 163
600 km). Note: The L-series Town Car (extended length) is NOT rated for towing. Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle's engine, transmission, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components carefully after towing. 163 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 164
hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle's brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase. The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR. 164 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 165
running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. See your authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and . • The trailer tongue weight should be 10-15% of the loaded trailer weight. 165 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 166
(1,600 km) of a new vehicle, and that the first engine/transmission cooling and A/C bumper. • do not allow waves to break higher than 6 inches (15 cm) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required. 166 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 167
a motorhome. These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is car-hauling trailer. Otherwise, no recreational towing is permitted. In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 167 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 168
and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. WARNING: 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. 168 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 169
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 169 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 170
lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights fails to start, press the accelerator to the floor and try again for the availability of winter 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 171
is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time, open the windows at least one inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air. 171 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 172
block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two- order to prevent possible shock or fire. 172 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 173
equipment, your engine block heater system may consume anywhere between 400 watts or 1000 watts of energy per dealer. Refer to Brake system warning ! P light in the Instrument Cluster chapter for information on the brake BRAKE system warning light. 173 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 174
may need to be serviced. Even when the ABS is disabled, ! P normal braking is still effective. If your BRAKE warning lamp BRAKE illuminates with the parking brake released, have your brake system serviced immediately by an authorized dealer. 174 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 175
applies only the rear brakes, the vehicle's stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected. Your vehicle has an automatic parking brake release pressed while the gearshift is moved. 175 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 176
switching the Traction Control™ system off. This may allow excess wheel spin to "dig" the vehicle out and enable a successful "rocking" maneuver. Remember to switch the Traction Control™ system back on once the vehicle is no longer stuck. 176 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 177
the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort. If the steering wanders or pulls, check for: • an improperly inflated tire • uneven tire wear • loose or worn suspension components • loose or worn steering components • improper steering alignment 177 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 178
Driving 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 adding air or - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 179
ignition to 2 (ACC). 2. Locate the access plug on the underside of the steering column cover. 3. Remove the access plug using a flat head screwdriver, then push and hold the override not be working properly. See your authorized dealer. 179 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 180
the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. 180 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 181
engine braking. • Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever. • Will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First) when vehicle reaches slower speeds. 181 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 182
contact with small or moving objects. The system is designed to provide a warning to assist the driver in detecting objects to avoid damaging the vehicle. The system may not detect smaller objects, particularly those close to the ground. 182 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 183
down immediately until the tone either changes to a slower rate or stops. While receiving a warning the radio volume will be reduced to a predetermined level. After the warning goes away, the radio will return to the previous value. 183 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 184
is in R (Reverse). Refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter. The message center will indicate the system is off and will not allow the driver to switch the system on to indicate a failure of the reverse sensing system. 184 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 185
. These elements may cause the system to operate inaccurately. If the vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving it misaligned or while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 185 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 186
nearest authorized dealer. If the trailer is disabled, but the towing vehicle is operational, the trailer does not qualify for any roadside services. Canadian customers refer to your Customer Information Guide for information on: • coverage period • exact fuel amounts 186 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 187
in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. In Canada, the card is found in the Customer Information Guide in the glove compartment. U.S. Ford, Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers who , the flasher may run down your battery. 187 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 188
the OFF/LOCK position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switch by pushing in on the reset button. 4. Turn the ignition to the ON severe wire damage and could start a fire. 188 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 189
Brown Black 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. 189 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 190
Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS), Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relay coil, Ignition relay coil, Fuel relay coil Wiper module Power Decklid Module (PDM), Overdrive cancel switch, Cluster, Compass module, LCM 3 4 5 6 10A 10A 7.5A 10A 7 8 10A 10A 190 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 191
Electrochromatic mirror Hazards Turn signal Audio Extended rear park aide module, Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Cluster Adjustable pedals, Delayed accessory relay coil Dual Automatic Temperature 27 28 10A 10A 10A 10A 15A 10A 15A - 7.5A 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 192
, 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. 192 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 193
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 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 20A* 20A* 15A* 30A* 20A* 15A* 20A* 15A* 20A* 193 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 194
** 30A** - - Power Distribution Box Description Rear air suspension module (RASM) Stop lamp switch Lumbar, Fuel door Heated seats Not used Not used Injectors PCM Powertrain loads and sensors Not used Heated mirrors Not used Blower relay feed Cooling fan Instrument panel fuse box feed #1 Instrument - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 195
clutch Not used Ignition coil PCM Not used Fuel Not used Not used Horn Starter RASM (Air compressor) Blower Rear defroster Not used Reverse battery Horn, Door latch Power seats, driver seat module Delayed accessory relay for windows, audio 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 196
the flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor for damage. WARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your Tire Pressure Monitoring System and should not be used. WARNING of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire 196 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 197
impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. 197 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 198
else could be seriously injured. WARNING: Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 198 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 199
located: • under the full size spare tire or • in the trunk, (in a holder bracket), on the right-hand side, next to the wheel well. 199 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 200
of the wheel nut wrench that came with your vehicle. Insert and twist the handle, then pry against the wheel. 6. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 200 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 201
place the jack (D) under the D frame (A) of the vehicle aligning it with the mark (B -triangle). • Position the jack according to the following guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. 201 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 202
handle the air suspension switch changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). Wheel lug nut torque* lb.ft. N•m 1⁄2 x 20 100 135 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. 202 Bolt size 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 203
automatic transmission vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability. Attempting to push-start a vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause transmission damage. 203 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 204
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. 204 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 205
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. 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - - - + + - + + 205 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 206
and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. Jump starting 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - - + - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 207
ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle's battery. 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - - - - + + + + 207 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 208
has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 208 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - - - + + - + + - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 209
or incorrectly, 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. 209 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 210
vehicle (without access to wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) your instructions if you cannot move the gear shift lever into N (Neutral). • Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h). • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). 210 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 211
to find an authorized dealer to help you. In the United States: Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P.O. Box 6248 Dearborn, MI 48121 1-800-392-3673 (FORD) (TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952) www.customersaskford.com 211 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 212
.com In Canada: Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 1-800-387-9333 www.lincolncanada.com In order to help you service your Lincoln vehicle, please have the following information available when contacting the Lincoln Centre: • Your - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 213
) In the case of 1 or 2 above, the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address: Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 213 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 214
Motor Company and to your dealer general information about your new vehicle, information about Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modify procedures, or to discontinue this process at any time without notice and without obligation. 214 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 215
covered repair costs after your Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty expires. You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating authorized dealer. There are several plans available and Canada, provided by a network of more than 4,600 participating authorized dealers. 215 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 216
to change, please ask your authorized dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Canada, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) and new address with Ford Motor Company Export Operations. Customers in the U.S. should call 1-800-392-3673. 216 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 217
's guide French Owner's Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer or by writing to: Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited Service Publications become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. 217 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA ( - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 218
gov. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Transport Canada, using their toll-free number: 1-800-333-0510. 218 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 219
the chrome surface. • After polishing chrome bumpers, apply a coating of Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), available from your authorized dealer, or an equivalent quality product to help protect from environmental effects. 219 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 220
Premium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your authorized dealer, or an equivalent quality product. • Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 221
are available from your authorized dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42). • For plastic headlamp lenses, use Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23). 221 2008 Town Car (tow - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 222
(rubbing) alcohol or Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32-A), available from your authorized dealer. This washer fluid contains special solution in addition to alcohol which from undesirable windshield reflection. 222 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 223
airbag system. light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54). • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14). In Canada 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 224
products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle. Each product is made from high quality 224 2008 Town Car - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 225
) Motorcraft Triple Clean (U.S. only) (ZC-13) Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23) Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Motorcraft Wash and Wax (Canada only) (CXC-95) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 225 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 226
to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 226 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 227
the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located in the grille. 3. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open. 227 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 228
oil filler cap 3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Engine oil dipstick (access behind air tube) 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Power distribution box 10. Battery 228 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 229
protection without damaging the vehicle's paint finish, wiper blades or washer system. WARNING: If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40°F fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components. 229 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 230
to release the blade from the arm loop and pull the blade from the arm. 2. Attach the new blade to the arm loop and pull it into place until a click is heard. Replace wiper blades ). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 230 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 231
. Oil levels above this mark may cause engine damage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer. 231 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 232
Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification trademark. 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 233
of time. This will minimize the discharge of your battery during storage. Note: Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 233 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 234
on the brake pedal and with the A/C on, put the vehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 234 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 235
disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and radio settings must be reset once the reservoir. If the level falls below, add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section. Your vehicle was factory 235 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 236
maintenance information for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in the engine is cool, add the mixture to the coolant reservoir until the appropriate fill level is obtained. 236 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 237
of the engine coolant. For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant and 237 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 238
turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap. 5. Fill the coolant reservoir dealer check the engine cooling system. Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage. 238 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 239
cause engine damage. • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage. 239 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 240
light will illuminate. • The Service engine soon 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 . 240 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 241
vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in serious personal injury. WARNING: Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. 241 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 242
a cancer-causing agent. Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials and any with a yellow fuel cap with the text "E85/Gasoline", or check if there is a label on the fuel filler door. 242 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 243
cane. When ethanol is produced for use in motor fuels, a small amount of gasoline is added regular or premium gasoline and this allows the design of engines with greater efficiency and power. Winter vehicle is not serviced in accordance with 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 244
at least once. If the check fuel cap light or a "check fuel cap" message comes on, the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed. The light or message can come on after several driving events after you've refueled your vehicle. 244 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 245
vehicle was not designed to run on E85 fuels that are blended with a maximum of 85% ethanol. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can damage critical fuel system components. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle. 245 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 246
control system to deteriorate more rapidly. Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty. Cleaner air Ford have not been approved for your engine and 246 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 247
of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine. On restarting, cranking time will take a few seconds longer than normal. 247 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 248
may be required. • The Service engine soon indicator may come on. For more information on the Service engine soon indicator, refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster use fuel with the recommended octane rating. 248 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 249
fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can slowing down may eliminate the need to stop. 249 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 250
lost for every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce as compared to driving on hilly terrain. 250 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 251
. indicator, charging system Illumination of the Service engine soon 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. 251 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 252
malfunctions present, the Service engine soon indicator should stay off the next time the engine is started. A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving. No additional vehicle service is required. 252 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 253
I/M testing; if the Service engine soon solid, it means that the vehicle is ready for I/M testing. The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control system during normal driving. A driving cycle will have to be repeated. 253 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 254
for the service interval schedules. coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and cap back on the reservoir. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter for the proper fluid type. 254 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 255
dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube. 7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be in the designated area for normal operating temperature or ambient temperature. 255 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 256
of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition. 256 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 257
dealer. air filter housing cover. 2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. 3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing. 257 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 258
to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system. For PCV valve replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the PCV valve. 258 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 259
plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used. 259 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 260
MIN and MAX on reservoir - Door weatherstrips Engine coolant 18.6 quarts (17.6L) 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Cooling system stop leak pellets - Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid1 Silicone Spray Lubricant - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 261
V Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 5W20 XO-5W20-QSP (US) Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (U.S.) CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada) / 6.0 quarts (5.7L) WSS-M2C930-A with API Motorcraft SAE 5W - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 262
2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. 3 Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor 7 Service refill - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 263
and Specifications ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Ignition system Spark plug gap Compression ratio Engine drivebelt routing 4.6L SOHC V8 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 Coil on plug 0.041-0.047 inch (1.04-1.20 mm) 9.4:1 263 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 264
driver's door. Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel. Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 264 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 265
sequence number TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Description Four-speed automatic (4R75E) Code Q 265 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 266
GENUINE LINCOLN ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Lincoln Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Lincoln or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 267
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 authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 267 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 268
Index A Accessory delay ...49 Air cleaner filter ...257-258 Air suspension ...178 description ...178 Airbag supplemental restraint system ...112-113, 122 and child safety seats ...115 description ...113, 122 disposal ...124 driver airbag ...115, 123 indicator light ...122, 124 operation ...115, 123 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 269
230 dipstick ...230 filter, specifications ...232, 258 recommendations ...232 refill capacities ...260 specifications ...260 Event data recording ...6 Exhaust fumes ...171 F Fail safe cooling ...240 Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ...241 Floor mats ...70 269 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 270
...35 J Jack ...195 positioning ...195 storage ...195 Jump-starting your vehicle ...203 K Keyless entry system ...83 keypad ...83 locking and unlocking doors ...84 programming entry code ...83 Keys ...73, 87 positions of the ignition ...168 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 271
...77 illuminated entry ...82 locking/unlocking doors ...78 opening the trunk ...78 panic alarm ...79 replacement/additional transmitters ...81 replacing the batteries ...80 Reverse sensing system ...182 Roadside assistance ...186 271 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 272
Sensor ...99 safety belt maintenance ...107 warning light and chime ...108 Safety seats for children ... seat ...79, 97 SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ...85 Servicing your vehicle ...226 Spark plugs, specifications ... 71, 78 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2008 Lincoln Town Car | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 273
Vehicle loading ...158 Ventilating your vehicle ...171 W Warning lights (see Lights) ...10 Water, Driving through ...185 Windows power ...48 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ...44 replacing wiper blades ...230 Wrecker towing ...209 273 2008 Town Car (tow) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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Introduction
4
Instrument Cluster
10
Warning lights and chimes
10
Gauges
14
Entertainment Systems
17
AM/FM stereo cassette with CD
17
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD
22
Climate Controls
29
Dual automatic temperature control
29
Rear window defroster
32
Lights
33
Headlamps
33
Turn signal control
36
Bulb replacement
37
Driver Controls
44
Windshield wiper/washer control
44
Steering wheel adjustment
45
Power windows
48
Mirrors
49
Speed control
52
Message center
59
Locks and Security
73
Locks
73
Anti-theft system
85
Seating and Safety Restraints
90
Seating
90
Safety restraints
98
Airbags
112
Child restraints
125
Table of Contents
1
2008 Town Car
(tow)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)