Lincoln 2010 Town Car Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 12Warning lights and chimes 12Gauges 16Message center 18Entertainment Systems 26AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 26AM/FM

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Airbag - FrontAirbag

Press to move the front portion ofthe seat cushion up or down.Press to move the rear portion ofthe seat cushion up or down.Heated seats (if equipped)W

To operate the heated seats:• Press the indicated side of thecontrol for maximum heat.• Press again to deactivate.• Press the indicated side of thecon

The rear seat heat controls are located on the rear door panels andoperate like the front heated seats. Refer to the Heated Seats section inthis chapt

The memory seat positions are also recalled when you press your remoteentry transmitter(unlock) control.To program the memory seat to remote entry tra

the system. Rather, it means the Personal Safety System威 determinedthe accident conditions (crash severity, belt usage, etc.) were notappropriate to a

WARNING: Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat.NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forw

manner in response to the occupant’s forward momentum. This helpsreduce the risk of force-related injuries to the occupant’s chest bylimiting the load

WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver,should always properly wear their safety belts, even when anairbag supplemental restraint

Combination lap and shoulder belts1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until

The lap belt does not adjustautomatically. Insert the tongue intothe correct buckle (the buckleclosest to the direction the tongue iscoming from). To

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleasePanic Alarm Engine Oi

When to use the automatic locking modeThis mode should be used any time a child safety seat (except abooster) is installed in the vehicle. Children 12

How to disengage the automatic locking modeWARNING: Ford Motor Company recommends that allpassenger safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware shou

Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safetybelt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing onthe label.

Both the driver’s and passenger’s safety belt usages are monitored andeither may activate the Belt-Minder威 feature. The warnings are the samefor the d

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts(All statistics based on U.S. data):Reasons given... Consider...“Crashes are ra

WARNING: Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt or insert alatchplate into the buckle to avoid the Belt-Minder威 chime. Todo so may adversely affec

1. Turn the ignition switch to the on position. DO NOT START THEENGINE.2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off (Approximately oneminute)

Important SRS precautionsThe SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and right front passengerfrom certain upper body in

WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify thesteering column, its adaptive module, or its fuses. See yourauthorized dealer.To properly pos

Children and airbagsChildren must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rear

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A wa

How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?The airbag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainslongitudinal deceleration suffic

The SRS consists of the following items:• Driver and passenger airbag modules (which include the inflators andairbags)• safety belt pretensioners• Fro

detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if thefront passenger’s frontal airbag should be enabled (may inflate) ordisabled (wil

The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate)the front passenger’s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that aperson of a

WARNING: Sitting improperly out of position or with the seatback reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushionand affect the decision of

WARNING: To reduce the risk of possible serious injury:Do not stow objects in seat back map pocket (if equipped) orhang objects off seat back if a chi

WARNING: An out of position front center occupant couldaffect the decision of the front passenger sensing system.If it is necessary to modify an advan

WARNING: Do not use accessory seat covers. The use ofaccessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the sideairbags and increase the risk of inju

The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of thefront seats. In certain lateral collisions, the airbag on the side affected by

• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatperiodically until the problem and/or light are repaired.If any of these things ha

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhausttemperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuelsystem, interior floor coverings

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for ChildrenChild size, height, weight, or ageRecommendedrestraint typeInfants ortoddlersChildren weighing 40 lb

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for childrenRestraintTypeChildWeightUse any attachment method as indicatedbelow by “X”LATCH(lowe

WARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions andwarnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint todetermine if the restraint device

training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained inthe correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSACertifi

Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place arear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use aforward-facing

1. Position the child safety seat in aseat with a combination lap andshoulder belt.2. Pull down on the shoulder beltand then grasp the shoulder beltan

4. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) for that seating position untilyou hear

9. Attach the tether strap (if the child seat is equipped). Refer toAttaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter.10. Before p

1. Lengthen the lap belt. Tolengthen the belt, hold the tongueso that its bottom is perpendicularto the direction of webbing whilesliding the tongue u

LATCH compatible child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mountedattachments that connect to the two lower anchors at the LATCHequipped seating po

Safety belt: Reminds you to fastenyour safety belt. A Belt-Minder威chime will also sound to remind youto fasten your safety belt. Refer tothe Seating a

Two plastic LATCH guides can be obtained at no charge from anauthorized dealer. They snap onto the LATCH lower anchors in the seatto help attach a chi

Each time you use the safety seat, check that the seat is properlyattached to the lower anchors and tether anchor, if applicable. Tug thechild seat fr

Perform the following steps to install a child safety seat to the tetheranchor:1. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat.F

Child booster seatsThe belt-positioning booster (booster seat) is used to improve the fit ofthe vehicle safety belt. Children outgrow a typical child

When children should use booster seatsChildren need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow thetoddler seat until they are big enough for the

Types of booster seatsThere are generally two types of belt-positioning booster seats: backlessand high back. Always use booster seats in conjunction

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, a

Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does notstay positioned on the shoulder during use.Follow all instructions provided

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADINGTire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereappli

WARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not includeacceleration, cornering, hydro

Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light willilluminate for three seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the lightdoes n

Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increasethe tire’s load carrying capability.• kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pr

WARNING: Under-inflation is the most common cause of tirefailures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separationor ⬙blowout⬙, with unexpecte

Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), checkand record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressurewhen yo

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the s

WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, youshould not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on thesidewall of the tire to set the beads w

Safety practicesDriving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety.• Observe posted speed limits• Avoid fast starts, stops and t

The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire andwheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear.Tire rotationRotating your tire

INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALLBoth U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the

7. H: Indicates the tire’s speed rating. The speed rating denotes thespeed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods oftime under

GAUGESSpeedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed. Refer to theMessage center in this chapter tochange your display to a digitalspeedometer. The d

10. Tire Ply Composition and Material Used: Indicates the number ofplies or the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire tread andsidewall

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires“LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires;

Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe inflation pre

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing tw

Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your fourroad tires and sends the ti

When you believe your system is not operating properlyThe main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn youwhen your tires need air.

Low TirePressureWarning LightPossiblecauseCustomer Action RequiredFlashing WarningLightSpare tire inuseYour temporary spare tire is in use.(This inclu

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINSWARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speedrating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire orwheel

your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determiningyour vehicle’s weight ratings, with or without a trailer, from the vehicle’

Odometer: Registers the total miles(kilometers) of the vehicle.Refer to Message center in thischapter on how to switch thedisplay from Metric to Engli

Example only:Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load

GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle(front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload.GAWR (Gross Axle Wei

• Example only:WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Labelvehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehiclehandling or

GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle(GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer.GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)

Steps for determining the correct load limit:1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargoshould never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.

calculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 99 kg) - (12 x 45 kg) = 635 - 198 -540 = -103 kg. You will need to reduce the load weight by at least240 lb. (104

Safety chainsAlways connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainersof the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cr

• To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assistin transmission cooling. For additional information, refer to Automatictrans

Launching or retrieving a boatDisconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailerinto the water. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. Off— shuts off the engine and allaccessories/locks the gearshift leverand allows key removal.2. Accessory— allows

Fuel gauge: Indicatesapproximately how much fuel is leftin the fuel tank (when the ignitionis in the on position). The fuelgauge may vary slightly whe

WARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or inother enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always openthe garage door before you sta

5. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start).Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights andchimes in the Instrum

You may experience a decrease in peak performance when the engine iscold when operating on E85ethanol.Do not crank the engine for more than 10 seconds

is equipped with this system, your equipment includes a heater elementwhich is installed in your engine block and a wire harness which allowsthe user

• Be sure that the engine block heater, heater cord and extension cordare solidly connected. A poor connection can cause the cord tobecome very hot an

Using ABSWhen hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brakepedal; do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce theeffectiveness

WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make surethe gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the offposition and remove the key

During traction control operation,the traction control active light willilluminate, you may hear an electricmotor type of sound coming fromthe engine

It is also important to maintain a proper power steering fluid level in thepower steering fluid reservoir:• Do not operate the vehicle with a low powe

This system keeps the rear of your vehicle at a constant level byautomatically adding air or releasing air from the springs.If you exceed the load lim

Info (Information menu)Press the INFO button repeatedly to cycle through the following featureslisted:Press the RESET button reset functions in the in

2. Locate the access plug on theunderside of the steering columncover.3. Remove the access plug using aflat head screwdriver, then pressand hold the o

To put your vehicle in P (Park):• Come to a complete stop• Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park)WARNING: Always set the parking b

• To return to O/D (overdrive mode), press the transmission controlswitch. The O/D OFF lamp will not be illuminated.• O/D (Overdrive) is automatically

REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)The reverse sensing system sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstaclesnear the rear bumper when the R (Reverse)

The system detects obstacles within approximately 16 feet (five meters),at speeds above 2.5 mph (4 km/h) behind the rear bumper with adecreased covera

Audible WarningsDistance to Object Warning13 feet (4 meters) to 19.6 feet(6 meters)Slow beepSpeed below 2.5 mph (4 km/h)up to 1.4 feet (.4 meters) Sol

DRIVING THROUGH WATERIf driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth isnot known. Never drive th

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEGetting roadside assistanceTo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside

• towing of your disabled vehicle• emergency travel expense reimbursement• travel planning benefitsIn Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance co

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCHFUELRESETThe fuel pump shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the electricfuel pump when your vehicle has been involved

Tires, Wheels and Loading 148Tire information 148Tire inflation 150Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 163Vehicle loading 168Trailer towing 175Recr

• Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps atservice stations• Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another• Roun

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey — — —3A Violet V

The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits1 10A Starter relay coil2 10A Restraint control module (RCM),Occupant

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits8 10A Power decklid module (PDM),Overdrive cancel switch, Cluster,Compass module, LCM, TractionContr

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits26 15A LCM (Park lamps, corneringlamps, license lamps)27 — Not used28 7.5A Brake signal, LCM (BTSI),

The high-current fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits1 30A* Ignition switch2 20A* Rear heated seats3 10A* Pow

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits13 10A* Rear air suspension module(RASM)14 20A* Stop lamp switch15 15A* Lumbar, Fuel door16 20A* Hea

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits201 Micro relay A/C clutch202 — Not used203 Micro relay Ignition coil204 Micro relay PCM205 — Not us

tire with a road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing ofthe flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor fordamage

• Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time• Use commercial car washing equipment• Try to repair the dissimilar spare tireUse of one of the di

Full-size Matching Spare Tire/Wheel InformationThis spare tire/wheel will match the road tire/wheel. When driving withthe full size matching spare tir

Note: Some systems show a message only if a condition is present.1. OIL LIFE— HOLD RESET IF NEW OIL2. WASHER FLUID3. AIR SUSPENSION (if equipped)4. RE

1. Park on a level surface, activatehazard flashers and set parkingbrake.2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park),turn engine off and block thediagonally

WARNING: On vehiclesequipped with airsuspension, turn off the airsuspension switch prior to jacking,hoisting or towing your vehicle.Refer to Air suspe

Before placing the jack under the vehicle, NOTE the jack locationmarkings:JACK LOCATION-FRONTThe jack location markings can befound on the lower outer

WARNING: To lessen riskof personal injury, do notput any part of your body underthe vehicle while changing a tire.Do not start the engine when yourveh

WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSRetighten the lug nuts to the specified torque within 100 miles (160 km)after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation,

JUMP STARTINGWARNING: The gases around the battery can explode ifexposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion couldresult in injury or v

Connecting the jumper cables1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery.Note: In the illustrations,

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery.4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an ex

Jump starting1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed.2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.3.

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass willcorrect itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normalconditions. I

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

Emergency towingIn case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without accessto wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport veh

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDWarranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized

In Canada:Mailing address (Ford vehicles)Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4Teleph

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBBAUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss WarrantyAct, or to the ext

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM(U.S. ONLY)Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer.If a warranty con

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY)For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to fee

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living inCentral America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearestauthorized

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect which could cause a crashor could cause injury or death, youshould im

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is

10. The compass is now calibrated.OIL LIFE START VALUE PRESS SELECT TO CHANGEPress SELECT to change the oil life start value. OIL LIFE START VALUESET

WAXING• Wash the vehicle first.• Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft PremiumLiquid Wax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your aut

ENGINEEngines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:• Take care when

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADESThe windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should becleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, sub

• Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been incontact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntanlotion in order to a

• Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which canstain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities ofthe seat

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenanceinformation which makes tracking routine service easy.If your

OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under theinstrument panel.2. Go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir2. Engine oil filler cap3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick4.

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely.Only use a washer

DOOR AJAR — Displayed when a door is not completely closed.POWERTRAIN MALFUNCTION — Displayed when the powertrain isnot operating properly. If the war

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES1. Pull the wiper blade and armaway from the glass. Turn the bladeas much as possible to gain accessto the lock tab (A). Usin

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level dipstick.6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again.• If the oil l

overfilled, some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorizeddealer.7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated.Adding engine oi

WSS-M2C930-A. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy anddurability performance meeting all requirements for yourvehicle’s engine. Refer to Mainte

Note: Electrical or electronic accessories or components added tothe vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affectbattery performance and du

6. Release the parking brake. With your foot on the brake pedal and withthe A/C on, put the vehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle forat le

• Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion.• Proper function of calibrated gauges.When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine co

WARNING: Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot.Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling systemcan burn you badly. Also, you c

Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system byfollowing these steps:1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool.2.

Coolant refill capacityTo find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, referto Maintenance product specifications and capacities in

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT — Displayed when a tire pressuresensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use (Note: this includesthe use of the o

How fail-safe cooling worksIf the engine begins to overheat:• The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the H (hot) area.• Thesymbol will disp

FUEL FILTERFor fuel filter replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer toscheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals forchangin

Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel:• Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforefueling your vehicle.• Alwa

Pure ethanol is the alcohol which is the intoxicating agent in liquor, beerand wine. It is distilled from the fermentation of plants such as field cor

RefuelingWARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can causesevere injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others:• Read and follow all

light or CHECK FUEL CAP message may not reset immediately; itmay take several driving cycles for the check fuel cap lightor CHECKFUEL CAP message to t

Cleaner airFord endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines toimprove air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the rightf

rating. These products have not been approved for your engine andcould cause damage to the fuel system. Repairs to correct the effects ofusing an afte

The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and theempty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in theamount of fu

Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (cityor highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’s fuelecon

AUDIO SYSTEMSPremium AM/FM Stereo Single CD/Cassette systemWARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury

• Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow therecommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checksfound in scheduled mainten

• Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance informationperformed according to the specified schedule.The scheduled maintenance items listed in sc

government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists yourauthorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle. When the serviceengine soonind

indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To determine if thevehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn the ignition key to the on positionf

4. Check the fluid level in thereservoir. It should be between theMIN and MAX lines. Do not addfluid if the level is in this range.5. If the fluid is

1. Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) or until it reaches normal operatingtemperature.2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking br

The transmission fluid should be inthis range if at ambient temperature(50°F-95°F [10°C-35°C]).High fluid levelFluid levels above the safe rangemay re

AIR FILTERRefer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriateintervals for changing the air filter element.When changing the air filter ele

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 4.6L V8 engineAir filter element FA-1032Fuel filter FG-986BBattery-standard BXT-65-650Battery-heavy duty1BXT-65-750Oi

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIESItem Capacity Ford part nameFord part number / FordspecificationBrake fluidBetween MINand MAX onreser

2. CD eject: Press to eject a CD. Ifthe disc is not removed within theallotted time, the system willautomatically reload the CD and begin play. Note:

Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number / FordspecificationEngine oil 6.0 quarts (5.7L)•Motorcraft SAE 5W20Premium SyntheticBlend Motor Oil (US)•

Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number / FordspecificationWindshield washerfluidFill to line onreservoirMotorcraft PremiumWindshield WasherConce

ENGINE DATAEngine 4.6L V8 engine 4.6L FFV V8 engineCubic inches 281 281Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane or ethanol(E-85)Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLESafety Compliance Certification LabelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Safety Compli

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation:1. World manufacturer identifier2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating

GENUINE LINCOLN ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Lincoln Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Lincoln o

Peace of mindRemote startVehicle security systemsWheel locksFor maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accesso

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANSMore than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discoveredthe powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the on

Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for ItselfOne service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed theprice of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With

Ford Extended Service Plan2792010 Town Car (tow)Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radioand Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) recommend that FM radiobroadcasters use RBD

AAccessory delay ...58Air cleaner filter ...267–268Air suspension ...188description ...

plastic parts ...231washing ...229waxing ...230wheels ...

filter, specifications ...242, 268recommendations ...242refill capacities ...269specifications ...

JJack ...206positioning ...206storage ...206Jum

Power trunk ...74, 76Power Windows ...57RRadio ...26, 31Rear window

changing ...206, 209checking the pressure ...152inflating ...150label ...

Dolby: Works in tape mode to reduces tape noise and hiss. Press MENUuntil DOLBY XX appears in the display. Press SEL/TEXT to turn ON orOFF.The Dolby威

Maintenance and Specifications 236Engine compartment 238Engine oil 240Battery 243Engine coolant 245Fuel information 251Air filter(s) 267Maintenance pr

12. REW (Rewind): Press torewind in tape or CD mode.FF (Fast forward): Press to fastforward in tape or CD mode.13. SCAN: Press SCAN to hear abrief sam

Premium plus AM/FM Stereo In-dash Six CD sound systemWARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury. Ford

2. SEEK: Press to access thenext/previous radio station or CDtrack. Press and hold toadvance/reverse in the current CD track.3. TUNE/CAT: Press to man

FADE: Press FADE; thenpressSEL-TEXT to shiftsound to the rear/front speakers.8. SEL-TEXT: Use with Bass,Treble, Balance, Fade and othermenu functions.

Press SEL-TEXT again to disable the feature when COMPRESSON is displayed. When activated, the compression icon will illuminate inthe display.Occupancy

12. LOAD: Press to load a CD.When the system prompts you,select a preset to load a CD in thatparticular slot. Load the CD. If you do not pick a slot,

GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATIONRadio frequencies: AM and FM frequencies are established by theFederal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio

CD/CD player care:Do:• Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface.• Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved C

DUAL ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL(DEATC) SYSTEM1. A/C control: Cools the vehicleand is used to reduce humidity inthe vehicle. Press to tur

5. DUAL (Single/dual temperaturecontrol): Allows the driver to havefull control of the cabin temperaturesettings (single zone) or allows the passenger

CONGRATULATIONSCongratulations on acquiring your new Lincoln. Please take the time toget well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. T

15. EXT: Displays the outside airtemperature. It will remaindisplayed until the EXT control ispressed again. The externaltemperature will be most accu

REAR CONSOLE CLIMATE CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)• TEMP: Press to increase ordecrease airflow temperature.• FAN: Press to increase ordecrease the fan speed.

HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parkinglamps, instrument panel lamps,license plate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the headlamps on.Autola

6. Wait the desired amount of time for delay, then turn the headlampswitch to off.• At this point, the exterior lamps turn off and the time delay is s

PANEL DIMMER CONTROLUse to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel during headlightand parking lamp operation.• Rotate the thumbwheel from leftto

• (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters)• (2) Center height of lamp toground• (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)• (4) Horizontal reference line2. Measure the height of thehead

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL• Push down to activate the leftturn signal.• Push up to activate the right turnsignal.INTERIOR LAMPSMap/courtesy lampsTo turn on t

lens. The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents duringnormal operation. Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dryweather

Function Trade NumberRear grab handle reading lamps 578Door courtesy lamp 904Glove compartment 194All replacement bulbs are clear in color except wher

Replacing headlamp bulbsTo remove the headlamp bulb:1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open thehood.2. Remove the three ret

Warning symbols on your vehicleWhen you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempti

Replacing HID low beam headlamp bulbs (if equipped)The low beam headlamps on your vehicle use a “high intensity discharge”source. These lamps operate

1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the off position, then open thetrunk and remove the retainer.2. Carefully pull the carpet away toexpose the lamp

Replacing backup lamp bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the off position, then open thetrunk and carefully pull the trunk lidliner away to ex

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the

TILT STEERING WHEELTo adjust the steering wheel:1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you.2. Move the steering wheel up ordown unt

CLOCKPress the right control to move thetime display forward.Press the left control to move thetime display backward.AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)Powe

REAR CENTER CONSOLE FEATURES (IF EQUIPPED)The rear center console incorporates the following features:• Utility compartment• Auxiliary power point (if

POWER WINDOWSWARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle anddo not let children play with the power windows. They mayseriously injure the

Accessory delayWith accessory delay, the power window switches and radio may be usedfor up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off or un

To adjust your mirrors:1. Rotate the control clockwise toadjust the right mirror and rotatethe control counterclockwise toadjust the left mirror.2. Mo

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLEYour vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drivecontinuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,

Fold-away mirrorsPull the side mirrors in carefullywhen driving through a narrowspace, like an automatic car wash.POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQU

Setting speed controlThe controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience.1. Press the ON control and releas

Resuming a set speedPress the RESUME control andrelease it. This will automaticallyreturn the vehicle to the previouslyset speed.Increasing speed whil

• Press the brake pedal until thedesired vehicle speed is reached,press the SET + control.Turning off speed controlThere are two ways to turn off the

In any mode:• Press VOL + or - to adjust thevolume.Climate control features (if equipped)• Press TEMP + or - to adjusttemperature.UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOO

Car2U威 Home AutomationSystemHomeLink姞 Wireless Control System (if equipped)The HomeLink威 Wireless ControlSystem, located on the driver’s visor,provide

ProgrammingDo not program HomeLink威 with the vehicle parked in the garage.Note: Your vehicle may require the ignition switch to be turned to theaccess

press/hold/release sequence again and, depending on the brand of thegarage door opener (or other rolling code equipped device), repeat thissequence a

Erasing HomeLink姞 buttonsTo erase the three programmedbuttons (individual buttons cannotbe erased):• Press and hold the two outerHomeLink威 buttons unt

WARNING: Make sure that people and objects are clear of thegarage door or security device you are programming. Do notprogram the Car2U威 system with th

DATA RECORDINGService Data RecordingService data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting andstoring diagnostic information about your vehi

If you do not know if your garagedoor opener is a rolling code orfixed code device, open your garagedoor opener’s remote control batterycover. If a pa

2. Go to the garage to locate thegarage door opener motor and its“learn” button. You may need aladder to reach the unit and youmay need to remove the

Note: The Car2U威 system allows for three devices to be programmed. Ifyou need to change or replace any of the three devices after it has beeninitially

3. To input these positions into theCar2U威 system, simultaneouslypress all three Car2U威 systembuttons for a few seconds and thenrelease to put the dev

To erase programming on the Car2U威 system (individual buttons cannotbe erased), use the following procedure:1. Firmly press the two outsideCar2U威 syst

If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed,the power trunk needs to be reset. To reset the power trunk:• Reconnect the

FUEL DOOR RELEASEYour vehicle is equipped with alocking fuel door. To open the door,press the control located on thedoor.Fuel filler door override rel

KEYSYour vehicle is equipped with a master key and a valet (identified withthe word VALET) key lock system.• The master key will access the vehicle’s

AutolockThis feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the followingconditions are met:• all the doors are closed,• the engine is running,• y

1. Turn the ignition to the onposition.2. Press the power door unlockcontrol on the door panel threetimes.3. Turn the ignition from the on tothe off p

To access this information, special equipment must be directlyconnected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company andFord of Canada do not access e

INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASEYour vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartmentrelease handle that provides a means of esc

WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or animalsunattended in the vehicle. On hot days, the temperature in thetrunk or vehicle interior c

The remote entry system allows youto lock or unlock all vehicle doorswithout a key. Note: The remoteentry features operate with theignition in any pos

Press and release again within five seconds to confirm that all thedoors are closed. Note: The doors will lock again, the horn will chirponce and the

Memory seat/mirrors/adjustable pedals feature (if equipped)The remote keyless entry system can also control the memoryseats/mirrors/adjustable pedals

To replace the battery:1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the remote entrytransmitter near the key ring. DONOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVERAND CIR

Note: Ensure the brake pedal is notpressed during this sequence.To reprogram the remote entrytransmitters:1. Ensure the vehicle iselectronically unloc

The inside lights will not turn off if:• they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or• any door is open.The battery saver will shut off the in

Tips for setting codes:• Do not set a code that uses five of the same number.• Do not use five numbers in sequential order.Erasing personal codes1. En

Anti-scan featureIf the wrong code has been entered seven times (35 consecutive buttonpresses), the keypad will go into an anti-scan mode. This mode d

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends thatdrivers use extreme caution

Immobilizer System PATS XCVR certification numbersKuwait M.C/U.S.0 /5/7-12579Mauritius TA/2005/15Mayotte (F)Mexico RLVVIVP03-324Morocco MR 1299 ANRT 2

Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used topurchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the samekey chain may ca

Automatic disarmingSwitching the ignition to the on position with a coded key(programmed to your vehicle) disarms the vehicle and allows theengine to

1. Insert a previously programmedcoded key into the ignition.2. Turn the ignition from the 1 (off)position to the 3 (on) position. Keepthe ignition in

Arming the systemWhen armed, the perimeter alarm will notify you of an unauthorizedentry. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the pa

SEATINGAdjustable head restraintsWARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of acrash, the driver and passenger occupants should not si

Using the manual recline function (if equipped)WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when thevehicle is moving.WARNING: Do not pile carg

Front seat armrestThe front seat armrest has a lockingpin which prevents the armrest fromfolding down during a collision. Ifthe locking pin has engage

Using the power lumbar support (if equipped)The power lumbar control is locatedon the front inboard side of theseat.Press the top side of the control

WARNING: To reduce the risk of possible serious injury: Do nothang objects off seat back or stow objects in map pocket (ifequipped) when a child is in