1999 LINCOLN TOWN CAR power steering

Item Ford part name Ford part
numberFord
specification
Hinges,
latches,
striker
plates, fuel
filler door
hinge and
seat tracksMulti-Purpose
GreaseDOAZ-19584-AA
or
F5AZ-19G209-AAESB-M1C93-B or
ESR-M1C159-A
Lock
cylindersPenetrating and
Lock LubricantE8AZ-19501-B N/A
Power
steering fluidMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
Automatic
transmission
(4R70W)Motorcraft
MERCONtVATFXT-5-QM
MERCONtV
Rear axle
lubricant
2Motorcraft SAE
80W90 Premium
Rear Axle LubricantXY-80W90-QL WSP-M2C197_A
Windshield
washer fluidUltra-Clear
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateC9AZ-19550-AC ESR-M17P5-A
1Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. DOT 3 fluid
is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be
used.
2Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546±A, Ford
Specification EST-M2C118±A for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear
axles.
For limousine, use 2.2±2.4L (4.75±5.0 pints) of Motorcraft Synthetic High
Performance Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ-19580±B, Ford Specification
WSL-M2C192±A for complete refill of rear axles.
Capacities and specifications
183

Accessory delay ..........................67
Air bag supplemental
restraint system .....................91,95
and child safety seats ..............92
description ...........................91,95
disposal ......................................98
driver air bag .......................93,96
indicator light ...................7,94,97
operation ..............................93,96
passenger air bag ................93,96
Air cleaner filter .......................181
Air conditioning ..........................22
automatic temperature
control system ..........................22
Air suspension ...........................113
air leveling disabled warning,
message center .......................113
air ride switch off warning,
message center .......................113
check air ride system
warning, message center .......113
check air suspension warning,
message center .......................113
description ..............................113
warning light ...........................113
Anti-theft system ..............77,78,79
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................115
fluid, refill capacities ..............181
fluid, specification ..................184
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........184
refill capacities ........................181
traction lok ..............................117
Battery .......................................154
acid, treating emergencies .....154
jumping a disabled battery ....135
maintenance-free ....................154
replacement, specifications ...181
servicing ..................................154
Brakes ........................................109anti-lock ............................109,110
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ............8,110
brake warning light ....................8
fluid, checking and adding ....146
fluid, refill capacities ..............181
fluid, specifications ..........182,184
lubricant specifications ...182,184
shift interlock ..........................114
Break-in period .............................2
Capacities for refilling fluids ....181
CD changer .................................48
Child safety restraints ................98
child safety belts ......................98
child safety seats ......................99
Child safety seats ........................99
attaching with tether straps ..103
built-in child seat .....................99
in front seat ............................101
in rear seat ..............................101
tether anchorage hardware ...104
Cleaning your vehicle ...............176
engine compartment ..............178
exterior .............................177,180
exterior lamps .........................179
instrument panel ....................179
interior ..............................179,180
mirrors .....................................180
plastic parts ............................178
safety belts ..............................180
washing ....................................176
waxing .....................................177
wheels ......................................177
windows ..................................180
wiper blades ............................179
Clock ............................................52
Compass, electronic
calibration .................................17
set zone adjustment .................16
Controls ........................60,61,62,63
power seat ............................80,82
steering column ........................59
Index
200

Mirrors
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................64
cleaning ...................................180
heated ........................................68
programmable memory ............74
side view mirrors (power) .......67
Moon roof ....................................64
Motorcraft parts .................165,181
Octane rating ............................164
Odometer .....................................13
Overdrive .....................................59
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................71
Parking brake ............................110
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....181
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................128
Power door locks ........................67
Power steering ..........................113
fluid, checking and adding ....151
fluid, refill capacity ................181
fluid, specifications ..........182,184
Radio ............................................28
Relays ........................................124
Remote entry system ............69,71
illuminated entry ......................72
locking/unlocking doors ...........70
opening the trunk .....................71
panic alarm ...............................71
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................72
replacing the batteries .............71
Roadside emergencies ................77
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ...........12,84,85,86,87,88
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................186
Safety defects, reporting ..........199
Safety restraints ......84,85,86,87,88
cleaning the safety belts ...90,180
extension assembly ..................89for adults .........................85,86,87
for children ...............................98
lap belt ......................................88
warning light
and chime .....................7,12,89,90
Safety seats for children ............99
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............84
Seats ............................................80
child safety seats ......................99
cleaning ............................179,180
memory seat ...................68,74,84
Seats-easy access/
easyout feature ...........................83
Servicing your vehicle ..............141
Spark plugs,
specifications ......................181,184
Specification chart,
lubricants ............................182,184
Speed control ..............................55
Speedometer ...............................13
Starting your vehicle .........105,107
jump starting ..........................135
preparing to start your
vehicle .......................................77
Steering wheel ............................59
tilting .........................................54
Tilt steering wheel ......................54
Tires ......................130,157,158,159
changing ...........................130,131
checking the pressure ............159
replacing ..................................160
rotating ....................................159
snow tires and chains ............160
tire grades ...............................158
treadwear ................................158
Towing .......................................119
trailer towing ..........................119
wrecker ....................................140
Traction control ........................111
how to enable/disable ............112
Traction-lok rear axle ...............117
Index
203

Required fuel Refer to9Octane
recommendations9in the
Maintenance and carechapter.
Fuel tank capacity 71.9L (19.0 gallons)
Engine oil capacity
(includes filter change)4.7L (5.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft
5W30 Super Premium Motor Oil,
Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G.
Tire pressure and size Refer to the Certification Label
located on the driver's door.
Hood release Pull handle under the left side of
the instrument panel.
Coolant capacity
115.0L (15.8 quarts)
Power steering fluid capacity Fill to line on reservoir. Use
Motorcraft MERCONtAT F.
Transmission fluid capacity
213.1L (13.9 quarts). Use
Motorcraft MERCONtV ATF.
1Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant (green in color). DO NOT USE Ford
Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Refer toAdding engine
coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter.
2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. MERCONtand MERCONtV are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCONtand MERCONtV. Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance
Guide to determine the correct service interval.
Filling station information
208