1997 FORD CROWN VICTORIA key

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half page art:0010164-AThe air suspension switch Ð located on the right-hand
vertical trim panel
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[GF06500( ALL)12/95]
Driving with an Automatic
Overdrive Transmission
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[GF06700( BCGV)12/95]
The automatic overdrive transmission operates
very much like a regular automatic transmission,
except it offers the extra overdrive feature.
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[GF06800( ALL)05/96]
Putting Your Vehicle in Gear
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[GF06900( ALL)05/96]
RWARNING
Hold the brake pedal down while you
move the gearshift lever from position to
position. If you do not hold the brake
pedal down, your vehicle may move
unexpectedly and injure someone.
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[GF07000( GV)03/96]
To move the shifter out of P (Park), the ignition
key must be turned to the ON position. This
vehicle is also equipped with the brake shift
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interlock safety feature which prevents shifting
the transmission out of the P (Park) position
without the brake pedal being depressed if the
key is in the ON position.
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[GF07200( ALL)12/95]
To operate:
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[GF07300( ALL)12/95]
1. Start the engine.
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[GF07400( ALL)12/95]
2. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
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[GF07500( ALL)12/95]
3. Move the gearshift lever out of P (Park).
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[GF07600( ALL)12/95]
Your vehicle is equipped with a Brake Shift
Interlock safety feature. This feature prevents the
gearshift from being moved from the P (Park)
position until the brake pedal is depressed. This
feature is active when the ignition is in the ON
position. If the gearshift lever CANNOT be
moved from P (Park) with the brake pedal
depressed:
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[GF07700( ALL)12/95]
1. Turn the engine off and remove the ignition
key.
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[GF07800( ALL)12/95]
2. Apply parking brake.
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[GF07900( ALL)04/96]
3. Reinsert the ignition key and turn clockwise
to the first position.
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[GF08000( ALL)01/96]
4. Depress the brake pedal, move the gearshift
lever to N (Neutral) and start the engine.
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[GF08100( ALL)05/96]
RWARNING
DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL
YOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPS
ARE WORKING.
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[GF08200( ALL)05/96]
If you need to shift out of P (Park) by using the
alternate procedure described above, it is
possible that a fuse has blown and that your
brakelamps may also not be functional. Please
refer to the chapter titledRoadside Emergenciesin
this Owner Guide for instructions on checking
and replacing fuses.
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half page art:0010213-FThe positions of the gearshift
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[GF08700( ALL)01/96]
Once the gearshift is secure in the desired
position, release the brake pedal and use the
accelerator as necessary.
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[GF08800( ALL)05/96]
R (Reverse)
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[GF08900( ALL)05/96]
With the gearshift in the R (Reverse) position,
the vehicle will move backward. You should
always come to a complete stop before shifting
into or out of R (Reverse).
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[GF09000( ALL)01/96]
N (Neutral)
[GF09100( ALL)12/95]
As in P (Park), there is no power transferred
through the transmission. However, the final
drive is not locked so the wheels are free to
rotate. The vehicle may be started in the N
position, but the ignition key cannot be
removed.
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190 [ER08000( GV)12/95]
half page art:0010014-DThe fuel system shut-off switch
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[ER08100( ALL)03/96]
RWARNING
If you see or smell fuel, do not reset the
switch or try to start your vehicle. Have
all the passengers get out of the vehicle
and call the local fire department or a
towing service.
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[ER08200( ALL)03/96]
If your engine cranks but does not start after a
collision or substantial jolt:
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[ER08300( ALL)01/96]
1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
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[ER08400( ALL)03/96]
2. Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel.
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[ER08500( ALL)01/96]
3. If you do not see or smell fuel, push the red
reset button down. If the button is already
set, you may have a different mechanical
problem.
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[ER08600( ALL)01/96]
4. Turn the ignition key to the ON position for
a few seconds, then turn it to the OFF
position.
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[ER08700( ALL)03/96]
5. Check under the vehicle again for leaking
fuel.If you see or smell fuel, do not start
your vehicle again.If you do not see or
smell fuel, you can try to start your vehicle
again.
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[ER08800( ALL)01/96]
6. Check all vehicle warning lights before
driving the vehicle.
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[ER09300( ALL)02/96]
Changing a Tire
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[ER09400( ALL)02/96]
If you get a flat tire while you are driving, do
not apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually
decrease the speed. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the
side of the road. Park on a level spot, turn off
the ignition, set the parking brake, and turn on
the hazard flashers.
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[ER09500( ALL)02/96]
The Temporary Spare Tire
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[ER09600( GV)02/96]
You may have a high pressure temporary spare
tire. This spare tire is smaller than a regular tire
and is designed for emergency use only. Use it
only when you get a flat tire and replace it as
soon as you can. This spare tire is marked with
the words ªTEMPORARY USE ONLYº so that
you can easily identify it.
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[ER09800( ALL)02/96]
NOTE: Extended use of other than
conventional spare tires on a
Traction-Lok rear axle could result in a
permanent reduction in effectiveness.
This loss of effectiveness does not
affect normal driving and should not
be noticeable to the driver.
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[ER18100( GV)05/96]
Steel wheel with full wheelcover
[ER18200( GV)12/95]
half page art:0010615-C
Steel wheel with full wheelcover
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[ER18300(M GV)05/96]
Remove the wheelcover from the wheel using
the flanged end of the wheel nut wrench by
inserting the handle and then prying against the
inner wheelcover flange.
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[ER18400(M GV)05/96]
Install the wheelcover on the wheel with the
valve stem in the wheel matching the hole in the
wheelcover. Push by hand on the outside edges
of the wheelcover until it is snapped firmly in
place on the wheel.
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[ER18500( GV)05/96]
NOTE: DO NOT USE A STEEL HAMMER.
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[ER18600( GV)05/96]
If you have the anti-theft locking spoked wheel
cover, each wheel cover has a lock bolt behind
the center hub ornament. You need a special key
wrench (stored in the glove box) to pry this
ornament off and to remove the lock bolt. Do
not lose this wrench or you will not be able to
remove the wheel cover.
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[ER18700( GV)05/96]
The key wrench has a registration number
attached to it. Keep the registration number in a
safe place. Complete the registration card and
return it to the manufacturer as soon as you buy
the vehicle. To replace the key wrench, send the
I.D. card to the manufacturer.
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[ER19900( ALL)02/96]
Jump-Starting Your Vehicle
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[ER19950( ALL)02/96]
Your vehicle's battery may die if you leave the
lights on or any electrical equipment on after
you turn the engine off. If this happens, you
may be able to jump-start your vehicle with a
booster battery.
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[ER20000( ALL)02/96]
RWARNING
The gases around the battery can explode
if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit
cigarettes. An explosion could result in
injury or vehicle damage.
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[ER20100( ALL)02/96]
RWARNING
To protect yourself when charging a
battery, always shield your face and eyes.
Make sure that you can breathe fresh air.
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[ER20200( ALL)02/96]
RWARNING
Applying too much pressure on the ends
when lifting a battery could cause acid to
spill. Lift the battery with a carrier or
with your hands on the opposite corners.
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[ER20300( ALL)05/96]
RWARNING
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns
skin, eyes, and clothing.
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[MC02300( ALL)01/96]
Working with the engine off:
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[MC02500( BCGV)01/96]
1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure
that the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
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[MC02600( ALL)01/96]
2. Remove the key from the ignition after you
turn the engine off.
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[MC02700( ALL)01/96]
3. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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[MC02800( ALL)01/96]
Working with the engine on:
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[MC03000( BCGV)01/96]
1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure
that the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
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[MC03100( ALL)01/96]
2. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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[MC03200( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it
while the engine is running.
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