2003 Ford Crown Victoria Owner's Manual
2003 Ford Crown Victoria Manual
2003 Ford Crown Victoria manual content summary:
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changer 22 22 31 38 42 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Electronic automatic temperature control 47 47 49 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement 54 54 56 56 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 2
assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing 162 162 163 163 164 171 176 181 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 182 190 Cleaning 191 2 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 3
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 © 2003 Ford Motor Company 3 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 4
Motor switch will 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 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 5
miles) of new vehicle operation. Vary your speed to allow parts to adjust themselves to other parts. Drive your new vehicle at least 800 km (500 miles seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and specifications chapter for more information on oil usage. 5 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 6
information may be read out and used by: • Ford Motor Company. • service and repair facilities. • law enforcement or government agencies. • others who may assert a right or obtain your consent to know such information. 6 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 7
instructions could result in personal injury. Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should NEVER be used in front of a passenger side air bag unless the air bag to this Owner Guide for all other required information and warnings. 7 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002- - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 8
Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Traction 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 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 9
, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 10
is functional. If it comes on CHECK after the engine is started, one of ENGINE the engine's emission control systems may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted and will not require towing. 10 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 11
the Service Engine Soon/Check Engine warning light. It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly installed fuel filler cap. For more information, refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. 11 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 12
). If the light remains on, continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the ABS serviced immediately. If the ABS light remains on, it light also remains illuminated and parking brake is off. Refer to Brakes in the Driving chapter for more information. 12 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 13
(if equipped) Illuminates when the Traction Control system is active. It will be lit for a minimum of four seconds or for the duration of the Traction Control event. For more information, refer to the Driving chapter. AIR BAG 13 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 14
cluster CHECK AIR SUSPENSION DOOR OVERDRIVE OFF AJAR Illuminates when the overdrive function has been turned OFF using LOW km WASHER MILES the transmission control switch FLUID /GAL (TCS). If the light does not come on TRUNK AJAR LTR/100 km or the light flashes steadily, have your vehicle serviced - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 15
the ignition ON, this light will flash five times and sound a tone for one second, then the light remains on (if the trunk is open). CHECK AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR DOOR AJAR km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km 15 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 16
your safety belts. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime Sounds when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system (front or side airbags) has been door is opened. GAUGES Standard instrument cluster gauges 16 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 17
temperature, the needle remains within the normal area (the area between the "H" and "C"). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch cluster H TEMP C 17 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 18
and switch off the engine immediately. Check the oil L level. Add oil if needed (refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and specifications chapter). If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician. 18 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 19
(if equipped) Indicates battery voltage. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated), have the vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as possible. ten minutes to update. F 12 / E 19 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 20
40 60 80 60 70 100 120 80 140 90 160 30 40 0000000 100 110 20 10 180 20 0 0 0 MPH 0 km/h 200 120 20 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 21
Electronic Message Center in the Driver controls chapter for information on how to switch the display from metric to Message Center in the Driver controls chapter for Trip A and Trip B features on the optional instrument cluster. 21 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 22
can also be turned on by pressing the AM/FM select control or the TAPE/CD select control. Scan control Seek control Tune control AM/FM/CD control Phone/mute control Power/volume control Tape control CD door Cassette door 22 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 23
's treble output. Press the TREB control then press: • and • to increase the treble output. to decrease the treble output Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. 23 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 24
the front and to shift the sound to the rear. Seek function The seek function control works in radio, tape or CD mode. Seek function in radio mode to find the next first track of the current disc will automatically replay. 24 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 25
radio play. Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations (six in FM1 and six in FM2). 25 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 26
and return to your audio system's manually set memory stations, press the AUTO control again. Setting the clock with radio data system (RDS) feature Press the RDS control until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed. 26 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 27
play will begin where it stopped last. Rewind The rewind control works in tape and CD modes. • In tape mode, radio play will continue until rewind is stopped (with the TAPE control) or the beginning of the tape is reached. 27 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 28
Licensing Corporation. Compression adjust Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust. 28 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 29
display. Interrupting traffic announcements will be at the selected volume level. Traffic information is not available in most U.S. markets. Program type • Press the RDS control until the FIND program type is displayed. 29 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 30
to start this feature. Random order play will continue until the SHUFFLE control is pressed again. Mute mode Press the MUTE control to mute the playing media. Press the MUTE control again to return to the playing media. 30 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 31
raise or lower volume. VOL - PUSH ON If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a "nominal" listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. 31 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 32
Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system's treble output. TREB Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. BAL 32 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 33
function The scan function works in radio mode. SCAN Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band. Press the SCAN control again to stop the scan mode. 33 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 34
or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns, indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected. 1 2 3 4 5 6 34 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 35
station, etc.), the media information will again display for 10 seconds before reverting back to the clock. In media mode, the media information will always be displayed. Tune adjust The tune control works in radio mode. 35 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 36
enter tape mode while in radio mode, press the TAPE AMS control. CLK TAPE AMS Automatic Music Search The Automatic Music Search feature allows you to quickly locate the beginning of the seconds duration between programs. 36 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 37
4 control to activate (and deactivate) Dolby noise Dolby noise reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. "Dolby " and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. 37 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 38
raise or lower volume. VOL PUSH ON If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a "nominal" listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. 38 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 39
four times, then use the volume knob to adjust the desired level. Seek function The seek function control works in radio mode. VOL PUSH ON TONE CLK VOL PUSH ON TONE CLK VOL PUSH ON TONE CLK VOL PUSH ON TONE CLK 39 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 40
Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns, indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected. 1 40 2 3 4 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 41
station, etc.), the media information will again display for ten seconds before reverting back to the clock. In media mode, the media information will always be displayed. Tune adjust The tune control works in radio mode. 41 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 42
band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly. SEEK TUNE to move to the the driver's seat 1. Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine. 2. Press to eject the magazine. 42 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post- - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 43
disc holder may come completely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holder back into the magazine while pressing on the lever (A). 5. Line up the CD with the groove magazine, the unit will not operate. 43 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 44
void your audio system warranty. TROUBLESHOOTING THE CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED damage the player. If your changer does not work, it may be that: • A disc defective. • The player's internal temperature is above 60°C (140°F). Allow 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 45
Ball temperature before playing. • Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole and turning the hub. • Remove loose labels before inserting tapes. • Do not leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being played. 45 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 46
reception of a station normally received in stereo. AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTIES AND SERVICE Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or a qualified technician. 46 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 47
be cooled below the outside temperature. • Off - Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. This mode will reduce undesirable odors form entering the vehicle but may increase the possibility of interior window fogging. 47 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 48
or until the vehicle has been "aired" out. • Do not place objects under the front seat or over the defroster ducts. They may reduce visibility, fall into the ducts, or degrade the performance of your climate control system. 48 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 49
speed to achieve the selected temperature. If unusual conditions exist (i.e.-window fogging, etc.), the manual overrides allow you to select airflow locations and the fan speed. To return to automatic operation, press Automatic/AUTO. 49 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 50
control will appear in the display window for four seconds and the outside temperature will return to the display window. The outside temperature reading is most accurate when the vehicle is moving. Higher readings may be displayed when the vehicle is not 50 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 51
VENT FLOOR FLR • DEF DEF LO • Max A/C - Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel registers. A temperature of 16°C (60°F) will appear in the display window until Automatic/AUTO, another manual override control, or the temperature control has been selected. The A/C compressor - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 52
in cold weather conditions: 1. Select VENT 2. Set the temperature control to full heat 3. Set the fan speed to HI 4. Direct the outer panel vents towards to side windows To increase airflow to the outer panel vents, close the central panel vents. 52 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 53
10 minutes have passed, push the control again. Activating the rear window defroster will also activate the heated mirrors (if equipped). For more information refer to Heated outside mirrors in the Driver controls chapter. 53 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 54
weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System does not activate your 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. 54 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 55
on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant. If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician. 55 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 56
Lights TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left turn signal. • Push moon roof To turn on the map lamps, press the map lamp control. BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. 56 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 57
lamp 168 High-mount brakelamp 912 Luggage compartment Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the hood. 2. Remove the radiator cover by turning the three knobs to the unlock position. 57 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 58
Lights 3. Disconnect the electrical Without turning, remove the old bulb from the lamp assembly by gently pulling it straight back out of the lamp assembly. To install the new bulb: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb three knobs. 58 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 59
the removal procedure in reverse order. Replacing tail lamp/brake/turn lamp bulbs The tail lamp, the brake lamp and the turn signal lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb. 59 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 60
Lights 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the trunk and remove plastic retainer to expose the from entering the trunk. 8. Install the plastic retainer and carefully push the carpet back in to place. 60 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 61
in trunk lid by turning clockwise. Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then remove two screws from the lamp assembly. 2. Carefully lift the lamp assembly up for access to the bulbs. 61 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 62
Lights 3. Carefully pull the bulb socket out of the lamp assembly. 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. To install, reverse the removal procedure. 62 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 63
20 second delay when the ignition is ON and the windshield wiper control is in the LO or HI position. The lights will remain on for 30 seconds after the wipers are turned off the vertical position, turn the ignition to LOCK. 63 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 64
Replace wiper blades every 6 months for optimum performance. TILT STEERING Pull the tilt steering control toward you to move the steering wheel up or down. Hold the control while adjusting the wheel it this chapter. 64 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 65
the OPEN control to open the affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also affect 12 6 7 8 9 1011 65 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 66
lines: 1. Press and hold the MODE control until CAL appears in the display (approximately antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy. 1. Turn ignition to the ON position. 2. Start the engine. 66 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 67
Driver Controls 3. From a blank display compass heading error. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut MODE button. 67 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 68
Driver Controls 4. Repeatedly press and release the RESET button to scroll through the zones 1-15 until the desired zone is 3 2 a circle (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]). This will take up to three circles to complete calibration. 68 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 69
train the HomeLink with the vehicle parked in the garage. To train a HomeLink button to control a specific device: 1. Select the HomeLink button to train. 2. Press and continuously hold 's frequency and data stream. 69 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 70
's owner manual or contact HomeLink at 1-800-355-3515 or on the Internet at www.homelink.com. 2. Press and release the "learn" or "smart" button on the garage door motor head unit. Note: Following step 2, there are 30 seconds in which to initiate step 3. 70 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 71
. CHANNEL X TRANSMIT is displayed. 3. The proper signal is transmitted to the device being controlled. 4. Release the button. Note: If more than one button is pressed, priority will be given to the lowest numbered channel. 71 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 72
1 and 3. HomeLink default code mode HomeLink uses default codes for testing and for optional home lighting accessories. To load the default codes: 1. Simultaneously press and hold buttons 1 and 3. CLEARING CHANNELS is displayed. 72 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 73
when not being used. Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. 73 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 74
driver's window will open fully. Depress again to stop window operation. One touch down can be deactivated during operation by pushing down on the top part of the driver power window control. 74 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 75
the control in automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated. Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors. 75 2003 Crown Victoria - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 76
. • Press the left side of the control to adjust the pedals toward you. • Press the right side of the control to adjust the pedals away from you. The adjustment allows for approximately 65 mm (2.5 inches) of maximum travel. 76 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 77
that are winding, slippery, or unpaved. ON OFF To turn speed control off • Press OFF or • Turn off the vehicle ignition. Once speed control is switched off, the previously programmed set speed will be erased. ON OFF 77 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 78
is reached, press and release SET ACCEL. You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed. 78 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 79
speed is reached, press SET ACCEL. RES SET ACCEL COAST RES SET ACCEL COAST To disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal. Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed. 79 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 80
(if equipped) This light comes on when either the SET ACCEL or RES controls are pressed. It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position. SPEED CONTROL 80 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 81
; this will fully open the moon roof. • To stop one-touch operation at the desired position, press and release the forward portion of the control. To close the moon roof: • Press and hold the front portion of the control. 81 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 82
of the HomeLink . It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal. 82 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 83
(motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the "learn" or "smart" button (usually near where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the unit). 7. Press and release the "learn" or "smart" button. (The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer.) 83 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 84
the frequency signal has been accepted by the HomeLink . The red indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink accepts the radio frequency signal. • Proceed with step 4 in the "Programming" section. 84 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 85
. 2. The red indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the HomeLink button, follow step 2 in the "Programming" section. For questions or comments, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515. 85 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 86
are: • AVG ECON • TRIP A or TRIP B • AVG SPEED E/M Press this control to switch the electronic instrument cluster display and the message center display from metric to English units. RESET E/M SELECT RESET E/M SELECT 86 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 87
left side of the SELECT control to choose the desired function. 2. Press the RESET control and the RESET E/M remaining in your tank A B SPEED under normal driving conditions. Remember to turn the ignition OFF when refueling to 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 88
fill-up • differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at service stations • variations in top-off control while AVG RESET E/M SELECT ECON is displayed to reset the function. The average displayed is the average since the last reset. 88 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 89
allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through all available gears. Deactivating overdrive If your vehicle is equipped with a column-shift transmission, press the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) located on the end of the gearshift lever. O/D OFF 89 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 90
transmission control switch operation refer to the Automatic Transmission Operation section of the Driving chapter. FUEL DOOR RELEASE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle is equipped with a locking fuel door. To open the door, press the control located on the door. 90 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 91
door. INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL The remote trunk release control is located on the driver's door trim panel and can be operated at any time. You can render the switch inoperable by locking devices and portable two-way radios. 91 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 92
Driver Controls A driver's first Utility compartment • Power point (inside storage bin) • Cupholders • Air vents to the rear seating positions (heat only) POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the driver floor procedure. 92 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 93
, and performing one of the following actions: • Pressing the manual lock button on the door. • Operating the remote entry transmitter. • Operating the keyless entry keypad. • Operating the driver's door with a key. 93 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 94
automatically set the lock for both doors. Move lock control up to engage the childproof lock. Move control light. The "T" shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door (lid) or inside the luggage compartment near the tail lamps. 94 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 95
high temperatures for part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting. 95 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 96
key from ON to OFF. 4. Press the power door unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to ON. The door locks will cycle lock/unlock. 6. With the ignition still in the ON position, press the unlock control twice. 96 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 97
the control once work with the transmission out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) if the ignition is in either the ACC or ON position. Replacing the battery conditions • Nearby radio towers • Structures around the vehicle • Other vehicles parked next to the vehicle 97 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 98
in rapid succession within 3 seconds. After doors lock/unlock, 2 press any control on all transmitters (up to four). When completed, turn the ignition to 3 (OFF). 1 All transmitters must be programmed at the same time. 98 5 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 99
are closed. Automatic door locks can also be turned on/off through the following procedure: You must complete steps 1-7 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must wait 30 seconds. 99 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 100
control code is located: • On the owner's wallet card in the glove compartment, • Taped to the computer module, or • At your dealer. When using the keyless entry keypad, press the middle of each button in order to ensure a good activation. 100 5 6 7 8 9 0 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 101
and releasing the trunk with the keyless entry system To unlock the driver door, enter either the factory-set code or personal code (each digit pressed within 5 seconds of prior digit). The interior lamps will illuminate. 101 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 102
with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. THEFT INDICATOR The theft indicator is the flashing red indicator located on the dash panel. 102 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 103
• Electronic devices on the key chain that can be used to purchase gasoline or similar items • A second key on the same key ring as the coded key 103 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 104
procedure. If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare coded key(s) programmed. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin. 104 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 105
the new coded key(s) will coded key(s) will not start the vehicle's engine and the theft indicator will flash on and off. You may repeat steps 1 through 6. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the new spare key(s) programmed. 105 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 106
down. Push control to lower head restraint. Adjusting the front manual seat Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 106 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 107
drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat's safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 107 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 108
seat module resets at every ignition run cycle. While the ignition is in the run position, activating the high or low heated seat switch enables heating mode. When activated, they will turn off automatically when the ignition is turned to the OFF position. 108 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 109
hips. Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat's safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Press the control to recline the seatback forward or backward. 109 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 110
risk of air bag-related injuries. The system is able to analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations. 110 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 111
control module (RCM). During a crash, the RCM activates the safety belt pretensioners and/or either one or both stages of the dual-stage air bag supplemental restraints based on crash severity and occupant conditions. The fact that the pretensioners or air bags did not activate for both front seat - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 112
to prevent unnecessary replacement of the air bag(s) after a collision. Front safety belt usage sensors The front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver and front outboard passenger safety belts are fastened. This information 112 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 113
light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Personal safety system serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. 113 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 114
swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person. Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. 114 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 115
and rear seat safety belts have three types of locking modes described below: Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle 115 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 116
properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter. How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 116 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 117
the risk of injury in a collision. Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. 117 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 118
reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision. Lap belts Adjusting the front center seat lap belt The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not across the waist. 118 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 119
. Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use. Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. 119 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 120
Seating and Safety Restraints Conditions of operation If...The driver's safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...Then...The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The safety belt warning light and - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 121
the ignition switch has been turned to ON...Then...The BeltMinder feature will not activate. The BeltMinder feature is activated - the safety belt warning light illuminates and fatal crashes occur within 25 miles of home. 121 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 122
quickly buckles then unbuckles, the BeltMinder feature for that seating position is disabled for the current ignition cycle. The BeltMinder feature will re-enable during the 122 Reasons given..."Belts are uncomfortable" 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 123
on, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt. • This will disable the BeltMinder feature for that seating position if it is currently enabled. As confirmation, the restraint system warning light will flash 4 times per second for 3 seconds. 123 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 124
is noted. Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. 124 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 125
in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm (10 inches) between an occupant's chest and the driver air bag module. 125 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 126
the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the air bag system, increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle. 126 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 127
to cause activation. Driver and passenger airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 127 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 128
the impact sensors), the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors. Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. 128 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 129
mount equipment on or near the air bag cover on the side of the seatbacks of the front seats or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying air bag. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. 129 2003 Crown Victoria - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 130
warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front air bags. • Two crash sensors. Side air bags, in combination with seat belts, can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision. 130 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 131
. Routine maintenance of the side air bag is not required. A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: • The readiness light (same light as for front air bag system) will either flash or stay lit. 131 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 132
use. Children and safety belts If the child is the proper size, restrain the child in a safety seat. Children who are too large for child safety seats (as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer) should always wear safety belts. 132 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 133
answer YES to ALL of these questions: • Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat without slouching? • Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? 133 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 134
liner under the booster seat may improve this condition. The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child's head hitting a hard surface in a collision. For this reason, you should 134 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 135
child. Carefully follow all of the manufacturer's instructions with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision. 135 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 136
's instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision. Rear-facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placed in the front seats. 136 2003 Crown Victoria - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 137
back. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together. 137 2003 Crown Victoria - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 138
the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is pulled out and a click is heard. 6. Allow the belt to retract. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode. 138 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 139
vehicle are equipped with built-in tether strap anchors located behind the seats as described below. The tether anchors in your vehicle are located under a cover marked with the tether anchor symbol (shown with title). 139 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 140
the head restraint and between the head restraint posts, otherwise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback. 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. 4. Open the tether anchor cover. 140 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 141
DO NOT install child seats with LATCH attachments (rigid or mounted on belt webbing) to the lower anchors at the center rear seat. If you install a child seat at the center rear position, use the vehicle belt and the top tether anchor. 141 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 142
Try to tilt the child seat from side to side. Also try to tug the seat forward. Check to see if the anchors hold the seat in place. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases. 142 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 143
off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel. This position also allows the automatic transmission shift lever to be very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. 143 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 144
chapter for more instructions. If you A computer system controls the 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). 144 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 145
(START). 4 3 5 2 1 Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver's safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate. 145 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 146
Use of an engine block heater is strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach -23° C (-10° F) or below. For best results, plug the heater adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air. 146 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 147
proper functioning of the vehicle's anti-lock brake system. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by a qualified service technician. 147 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 148
disabled and normal ! braking is still effective unless the BRAKE brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released. (If your brake warning lamp illuminates, have your vehicle serviced immediately.) 148 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 149
brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. TRACTION CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with the optional Traction Control system. This system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of 149 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 150
of the instrument panel. The Traction Control system will be on every time you turn the ignition key from OFF to ON until you deactivate the system using the traction control switch on the instrument panel left of the steering column. 150 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 151
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 releasing air from the springs. 151 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 152
necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever, it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle's brakelamps are not operating properly. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside emergencies chapter. 152 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 153
transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. 153 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 154
transmission, overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the gearshift handle. O/D OFF The transmission control indicator light (TCIL) will illuminate on the instrument cluster. O/D OFF 154 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 155
press the transmission control switch. The O/D OFF indicator light will no longer be illuminated. Each time the vehicle is started, the transmission will automatically return to normal Overdrive , second or first gear. 155 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 156
AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under normal conditions, the Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle aftermarket equipment. 156 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 157
on the driver's door pillar. • GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating): Carrying capacity for each axle system. The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is . Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. 157 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide ( - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 158
gross axle weight loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, TOWING Your vehicle is classified as a light duty towing vehicle. Do not tow a transmission, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components carefully after 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 159
rating or transmission damage may occur. Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for more information. 159 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 160
driveability, emissions and reliability. Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in water. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required. 160 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 161
guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground (such as behind a recreational vehicle). These guidelines are driveshaft and internal transmission components. 161 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 162
Canada, the card is found in the Owner Information Guide in the glove compartment. U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1-800-521-4140. 162 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 163
a device intended to stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not start, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been activated. 163 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 164
system. FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. 164 15 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 165
- 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. 165 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 166
25A 15A Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Audio, CD changer Audio Mirrors Air bags Package tray and rear flasher (Police vehicle options) Instrument cluster warning lamps module, Overdrive control switch, Lighting Control Module (LCM), A/C clutch Driver's Door Module (DDM), Premium radio - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 167
, Clock, EATC blower motor relay, Door lock switch illumination, Heated seat switch, Moonroof Reversing lamps, Shift lock, DRL module, VAP Steering, Electronic day/night mirror, Overhead console, Air suspension, Climate control, Heated seat module, Speed chime module (GCC only) Wiper motor Not used - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 168
fuses. 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. 168 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 169
* - - 20A Power Distribution Box Description Audio Power point Heated seats Horns Fuel pump Not used Moonroof Driver's Door Module (DDM) Not used Not used Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Not used Not used Not used Not used 169 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 170
Police vehicle option) Power relay switch feed (Police vehicle option) Ignition switch Feeds IP fuses 3, 5, 21, 23, 25, 27 VAP Steering, Air suspension compressor, Instrument cluster Ignition switch Wipers B+ feed for PDB (Police vehicle option) 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 171
Box Description ABS Horn relay PCM relay Fuel pump relay A/C clutch relay Traction control switch relay Police vehicle relay Not used Moonroof relay Not used Blower motor relay Starter solenoid relay Air suspension relay Heated backlight relay Not used PCM diode Not used Not used Crown North - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 172
for emergency use only. Replace this tire with a full causing you to lose control of the vehicle, possibly injuring • drive through an automatic car wash, because of wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. 172 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 173
be located: • A - behind the mini spare tire or • B - behind the full size spare tire On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. OFF 173 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 174
Refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter of the Owner's Guide for more information. 4. Remove the lug wrench from the jack. Rotate the lug wrench socket out from the handle. A 5. Locate pry off notch (if equipped) and remove the center ornament from the aluminum wheel with the - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 175
stem is facing outward. Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered. 10. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 175 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 176
moving parts. 4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges. Turn all other accessories off. 176 2003 Crown Victoria (cro - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 177
: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - - - + - + + + 177 - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 178
of fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 178 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 179
. 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. 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - - - - + + + + 179 - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 180
(+) terminal of the disabled vehicle's battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 180 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 181
, 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. 181 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 182
from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more Motor Company Customer Relationship Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P.O. Box 6248 Dearborn, Michigan 48121 1-800-392-3673 (FORD) (TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952) www.ford.com 182 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 183
Motor Company of Canada, Limited P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) www.ford.ca If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service Dispute Settlement Board (U.S.). 183 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 184
Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit the Ford ESP website at www.ford-esp.com. THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes. 184 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 185
in all states. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modify procedures and/or to discontinue this service without notice and without The Board consists of: • Three consumer representatives 185 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 186
the dealer(s) who sold or serviced the vehicle. • A brief description of your unresolved concern. • A brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor Company. • The names (if to make an oral presentation 186 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 187
to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). 187 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 188
dealership cannot help you, write or call: FORD MOTOR COMPANY WORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business Park #3 Allen Park, Michigan 48101 U.S.A. Telephone: (313) 594-4857 FAX: (313) 390-0804 188 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 189
price paid or payable by the consumer (less a reasonable allowance for consumer use). The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or replacement vehicle. 189 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 190
the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. 190 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 191
accessories, such as antennas black parts over time. PAINT CHIPS Your dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle's color. Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver's door jam) to your dealer to ensure you get the correct color. 191 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 192
chips. • Always read the instructions before using the products. ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a (ZC-20) on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. 192 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 193
running engine may cause internal damage. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your dealer. • For routine , as they may cause scratches. 193 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 194
cleaning the seat where the side air bag is mounted. Such products could contaminate the side air bag system and affect performance of the side air bag in a collision. The air bag may not function correctly and not provide injury reduction benefits. 194 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 195
oil/petroleum-based leather conditioners. These products may cause premature wearing of the clear, protective coating. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. 195 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 196
Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only) (CXC-94) Motorcraft Deluxe Leather ) Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (ZC-15) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) Motorcraft Dash and Vinyl 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 197
burning (cigarettes) material away from the battery and all fuel related parts. Working with the engine off 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels. 197 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 198
Maintenance and Specifications Working with the engine on 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and lift cylinders hold it open. 198 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 199
2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 4. Air filter assembly 5. Power steering fluid reservoir 6. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Battery 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 199 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 200
paint finish, wiper blades or washer system. If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 4.5° C (40° F), use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Failure to ). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 200 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 201
ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. 201 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 202
seated. 5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise until three clicks can be heard. To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. 202 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 203
guide. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. 203 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 204
personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery, always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide proper ventilation. 204 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 205
may be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned. If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is reconnected. 205 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 206
Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014-R1060). The level of coolant should be maintained at the "cold full" of "cold fill range" level in the coolant reservoir. If the level falls below, add coolant per the instructions to work properly. 206 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 207
Guide for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter. If the engine coolant has not been checked spill coolant on hot engine parts. Do not put engine 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 208
without engine coolant may be added, in case of emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, the cooling system must be drained and refilled with a to release. 3. Step back while the pressure releases. 208 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 209
is visible and radiator is almost full. 6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. (Cap must be tightly and possible engine damage. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 210
the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the winter months. If you drive in " distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load and terrain. 210 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 211
is equipped with digital gauges). • The Check Engine indicator light will illuminate. If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine. When this occurs - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 212
temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take your vehicle to a service venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out and injure you or others. 212 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 213
. Breathing gasoline vapors, or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction. In sensitive individuals, serious personal injury or sickness may result. If fuel is 213 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 214
turn until it stops. "Check Fuel Cap" illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to ensure your bulb is working. When this light turns on, check the fuel filler cap. Continuing to operate the vehicle with the Check Fuel 214 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 215
cap is venting vapor or with pump (R+M)/2 lightly. However, if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with the recommended octane rating, see your dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage. 87 215 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 216
intervals for changing the fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used. 216 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 217
tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to is filled. • Allow no more than 2 automatic click-offs when filling. • Always use fuel Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 218
the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. • You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gear occurs. Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy. 218 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 219
with the wheels out of alignment checks found in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide. Conditions certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles. 219 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 220
compartment. Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not 220 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 221
necessary, use only MERCON ATF. 1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C). 221 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 222
. To obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating temperature (approximately 30 km [20 miles]). If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic during hot 222 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 223
) of driving. You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is above 10°C (50°F). However, if fluid is added at this time, an overfill condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating temperature. 223 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 224
this chapter. Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission component damage. If necessary, add fluid in 250 ml (1/2 pint) increments through the filler tube until the level is correct. 224 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 225
DON'T ADD An overfill condition of transmission fluid may filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly seated. 6. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps. 7. Replace the air inlet tube and secure the clamp. 225 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 226
engine if the correct air filter element is not Traction AA Temperature A These 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. 226 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 227
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • Check guide. If you notice that the tires wear unevenly, have them checked. 227 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 228
tire rotation (for vehicles with aluminum wheels) • Five tire rotation (for vehicles with steel wheels and full size spare tires) Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads. 228 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 229
replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted control, If this does not work, remove the chains suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. 229 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 230
and Specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Fuel filter Battery-standard Battery-heavy duty Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs* 4.6L SOHC V8 engine FA-1668 FG-986B BXT-65-650 BXT-65-750 FL-820-S EV-258 AWSF-32P * Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 231
axle 6 mm to 14 mm (1/4 inch to 9/16 inch) below the bottom of the filler hole. 6 Use of sythetic or sythetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C153-H and the API Certification mark. 231 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 232
and seat tracks Lock cylinders Power steering fluid Automatic transmission XG-4 or ESR-M1C159-A F5AZ-19G209-AA Penetrating and Lock Lubricant Motorcraft MERCON ATF Motorcraft MERCON V ATF3 Motorcraft XL-1 XT-2-QDX XT-5-QM none MERCON MERCON V 232 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 233
Axle Lubricant 2 Ford part name Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Ultra-clear Windshield Washer Concentrate Ford part Traction-Lok rear axles. Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is plug 9.4:1 3 2 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 234
and Specifications Vehicle dimensions (3) Overall height (4) Wheelbase (5) Track - Front (5) Track - Rear a Denotes long wheel base mm (in) 1 443 (56.8) 2 913 (114.7)/3066 (120.7)a 1 611 (63.4) 1 666 (65.6) 4 1 234 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 235
latch pillar on the driver's side. MFD. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A. DATE: XXXXX GVWR:XXXXXXXXXXXX FRONT GAWR XXXX BAR INT TR TP/PS R AXLE TR SPR X XX XXX X XX X XXXX UPC ∇F85B-1520472-AB Vehicle identification number (VIN) The 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 236
engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and transfer case (if equipped). 236 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 237
safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Ford accessory found to be Air bag anti-theft locks Locking gas cap Remote keyless entry Styled wheel locks Underbody security lighting Vehicle security systems 237 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 238
Accessories Comfort and convenience Cargo net Cargo organizer Electrochromic compass mirror Electrochromic compass mirror with temperature display Engine block heaters Remote start system Travel equipment Daytime running lights 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 239
accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle service technician 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 240
132 driver air bag ...127, 130 indicator light ...13, 129, 131 operation ...127, 130 passenger air bag ...127, 130 side air bag ...129 Air cleaner filter ...225, 230 Air conditioning ...49 manual heating and air conditioning system ...47 Air suspension ...151 description ...151 warning light ...14 - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 241
belts ...195 washing ...191 waxing ...191 wheels ...192 wiper blades ...193 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ...47, 49 Clock ...26, 35, 41 Compass, electronic set zone adjustment ...67 Console ...92 overhead ...64, 66 Controls power seat ...109 steering column ...81 Coolant checking - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 242
...106 Headlamps ...54 aiming ...55 autolamp system ...54 bulb specifications ...57 daytime running lights ...54 flash to pass ...55 high beam ...15, 55 replacing bulbs ...57 turning on and off ...54 warning chime ...16 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 243
and indicator ...10 air bag ...13 air suspension ...14 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...12, 148 brake ...12 charging system ...13 check engine ...10 fuel cap light ...11 high beam ...15 low fuel ...14 oil pressure ...13 overdrive off ...14 safety belt ...13 speed control ...80 traction control active ...13 - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 244
16, 110, 114-118 Safety defects, reporting ...190 Safety restraints ...110, 114-118 belt minder ...120 extension assembly ...124 for adults ...115-117 for children ...132 lap belt ...118 Occupant Classification Sensor ...112 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 245
your vehicle ...146 W Warning chimes ...16 Warning lights (see Lights) ...10 Washer fluid ...200 Water, Driving through ...156 Windows power ...74 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid ...200 245 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 246
Index checking and cleaning ...63 operation ...63 replacing wiper blades ...63 Wrecker towing ...181 246 2003 Crown Victoria (cro) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | Owner's Manual - Page 247
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Introduction
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Instrument Cluster
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Warning and control lights
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Gauges
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Entertainment Systems
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AM/FM stereo cassette with CD
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AM/FM stereo cassette
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AM/FM stereo
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CD changer
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Climate Controls
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Manual heating and air conditioning
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Electronic automatic temperature control
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Lights
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Headlamps
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Turn signal control
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Bulb replacement
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Driver Controls
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Windshield wiper/washer control
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Steering wheel adjustment
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Power windows
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Mirrors
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Speed control
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Message center
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Locks and Security
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Keys
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Locks
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Anti-theft system
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2003 Crown Victoria
(cro)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
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