1996 FORD CROWN VICTORIA seats

134 % [FV15850( GV)03/94]Adjusting the Front Passenger Seat
Manually
*
[FV16000( ALL)02/89]
In the front seats, you can move the whole seat
forward or backward or tilt the back of the seat
forward or backward.
*
[FV16150( GV)01/95]
To move the seat forward or backward:
[FV16200( BCGV)04/95]
1. Find the adjustment bar underneath the front
part of the seat.
[FV16400( BCGV)04/95]
2. Lift the bar to unlatch the seat.
*
[FV16600( ALL)04/95]
3. Move the seat to the desired position.
[FV16700( BCGV)04/95]
4. Release the bar to latch the seat in its new
position. Make sure the seat locks securely in
place.
[FV17050( GV)05/92]
one third page art:0010173-B
The front seat adjustment bar
File:rcfvv.ex
Update:Wed Jan 31 10:27:22 1996

136 %
*
[FV18500( BCGV)05/95]
Using the Power Seats (If equipped)
[FV18700( GV)10/94]
If your vehicle has power seats, you can adjust
them in several directions. The controls are
located on the driver and passenger door trim
panels or on the side of the driver's seat.
[FV18810( GV)10/94]
one third page art:0011313-A
The power seat controls on the driver's seat Ð Base models
[FV18825( V)03/94]
one third page art:0010259-B
The power seat controls on the driver's door trim panel
*
[FV18850( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not pile cargo higher than the
seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a
collision or sudden stop.
File:rcfvv.ex
Update:Wed Jan 31 10:27:22 1996

139 [FV19150( V)02/93]
To prevent accidental seat movement, this
system will only recall a position when the
transmission gearshift lever is in P (Park) or
N (Neutral) with the engine either running or
off. However, a new position can be set at any
time. If the memory seat has been activated and
you wish to stop the seat movement, push the
switch again.
[FV19175( V)06/94]
Moving the seat with the power controls is
possible even when memory seat positions have
been set. The seat will not automatically
reposition until the memory position is activated
by pushing the appropriate button(s).
%*
[FV20500( ALL)04/95]
Cleaning the Seats
*
[FV20600( ALL)05/95]
Leather and vinyl
*
[FV20650( ALL)05/95]
For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a
soft, damp cloth. For more thorough cleaning,
wipe the surface with a leather and vinyl cleaner
or a mild soap.
%*
[FV20700( ALL)04/95]
Fabric
*
[FV20750( ALL)04/95]
Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom
or a vacuum cleaner. Remove fresh spots
immediately. Follow the directions that come
with the cleaner.
*
[FV20775( ALL)04/95]
NOTE: Before using any cleaner, test it on a
small, hidden area of fabric. If the
fabric's color or texture is adversely
affected by a particular cleaner, do not
use it.
File:rcfvv.ex
Update:Wed Jan 31 10:27:22 1996

145
%*
[FV32875( ALL)01/95]
Storage Compartments
*
[FV32900(M GV)01/95]
Your vehicle may have several small storage
compartments:
[FV33000( BCGV)11/94]
q
a glove compartment that locks. Use the
round key to lock and unlock it.
*
[FV33100( BCGV)01/95]
q
two map pockets on the panels of the front
doors.
[FV33200( V)03/93]
q
two map pockets on the back of the front
seats (on LX only).
*
[FV33300( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not put objects on the ledge between
the back seat and the rear window, as
they can become dangerous projectiles and
injure someone.
%
*
[FV33400( ALL)01/95]
Trunk
*
[FV33500( ALL)01/95]
Opening the Trunk Manually
[FV34200( GV)05/94]
The trunk in your vehicle gives you plenty of
room for storage Ð 20.6 cubic feet (.58 cubic
meters).
%*
[FV34600( ALL)03/95]
To open and close the trunk from the outside:
[FV34950( BCGV)03/95]
1. Insert the key into the lock on the trunk.
[FV35100( ALL)11/90]
2. Turn the key to the right until the trunk
opens.
[FV35300( ALL)11/90]
3. Remove the key before you close and lock
the lid.
[FV35450( ALL)06/93]
4. Shut the trunk lid completely.
File:rcfvv.ex
Update:Wed Jan 31 10:27:22 1996

Index 315
Brakes (continued)
fluid, checking and adding...... 268
fluid, specifications.......... 293
front disc.............. 181
new brake linings............ 4
noise................ 182
parking............... 182
trailer................ 194
when storing your vehicle....... 296
Brake-shift interlock........... 174
Break-in period.............. 4
Bulbs, replacing
headlamps.............. 282
specifications............. 285
C
Canada, customer assistance....... 224
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan
(CAMVAP).............. 224
Capacities for refilling fluids....... 291
Carbon monoxide in exhaust........ 43
Car seats for children
(see Child safety seats)......... 26
Cassette tape player
(see Electronic sound system) . . . 149, 161
Catalytic converter........... 286
Chains, tires.............. 265
Changing a tire............. 202
Charging system gauge.......... 60
Charging system warning light..... 52,69
Childproof locks............ 121
Child safety restraints........... 24
child safety belts............ 35
child safety seats............ 26
Child safety seats
and air bags............ 19,26
automatic locking mode (retractor).... 28
in front seat.............. 28
in rear outboard seat.......... 28
in rear center seat........... 34
File:rcixv.ex
Update:Fri Feb 2 11:41:03 1996

322 Index
I
Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN) . . . 218
Idle
relearning.............. 256
speed................. 41
Ignition
chime................. 38
positions of the ignition......... 37
removing the key............ 38
Infant seats (see Safety seats)........ 26
Instrument cluster
electronic................ 62
mechanical............... 48
Instrument panel
cleaning............... 108
lighting up panel and interior..... 105
location of components......... 87
Interval wipers............. 111
J
Jack
operation............... 207
positioning.............. 208
Jump-starting your vehicle
attaching cables............ 199
disconnecting cables.......... 201
K
Keyless entry system
autolock............... 125
locking and unlocking doors...... 124
programming entry code........ 126
Keys
key in ignition chime.......... 38
positions of the ignition......... 37
removing from the ignition....... 38
stuck in lock position.......... 38
File:rcixv.ex
Update:Fri Feb 2 11:41:03 1996

Index 325
O
Odometer
description............. 60,73
trip odometer............. 60
Oil filter................ 292
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 246
Oil viscosity.............. 246
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 288
Overdrive............... 177
P
Panic alarm feature, remote entry system . 130
Parking brake
operation.............. 182
warning light............ 49,85
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)....... 292
PCV valve, specifications........ 292
Power distribution box (see Fuses).... 271
Power door locks............ 122
Power features
antenna............... 155
door locks.............. 122
lumbar support............ 137
mirrors............... 141
seats................. 136
windows............... 132
Power point electrical outlet....... 144
Power steering
driving with power steering...... 180
fluid, checking and adding...... 270
fluid, refill capacity.......... 291
fluid, specifications.......... 293
servicing............... 180
Programmable memory seat....... 138
File:rcixv.ex
Update:Fri Feb 2 11:41:03 1996

Index 327
Safety seats for children
and air bags............ 19,26
attaching with tether straps....... 26
automatic locking mode (retractor).... 28
in center seating positions........ 34
in front seat.............. 28
in rear outboard............ 28
tether anchorage hardware....... 26
Seats
adjusting the seat, manual....... 134
adjusting the seats, power....... 136
child safety seats............ 26
cleaning upholstery.......... 139
head restraints............ 133
programmable memory seat...... 138
reclining the seat........... 137
Serial number (VIN)........... 218
Service concerns............ 216
Servicing your vehicle, precautions when
servicing............... 234
Shift-lock system............ 174
Side mirrors
adjusting............... 141
heated................ 142
Snow tires and chains.......... 265
Spare tire
changing the tire........... 205
conventional spare.......... 203
finding the spare........... 204
removing the spare tire........ 204
temporary spare........... 202
Spark plugs, specifications........ 292
Specification chart, lubricants....... 293
Speed control
accelerating............. 118
cancelling a set speed......... 120
resetting............... 118
resuming a set speed......... 120
tap up/tap down........... 119
turning off.............. 120
when towing a trailer......... 196
File:rcixv.ex
Update:Fri Feb 2 11:41:03 1996