2000 FORD CROWN VICTORIA power steering

Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Child Safety Door
Lock/Unlock
Interior Luggage
Compartment Release
Symbol
Panic AlarmEngine Oil
Engine CoolantEngine Coolant
Temperature
Do Not Open When HotBattery
Avoid Smoking, Flames,
or SparksBattery Acid
Explosive GasFan Warning
Power Steering FluidMaintain Correct Fluid
LevelMAX
MIN
Emission SystemEngine Air Filter
Passenger Compartment
Air FilterJack
Introduction
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If the traction control indicator comes on and stays lit, either:
•the Traction Controlsystem requires service, or
•the customer has disabled the system using the traction control switch
located on the left side of the glove compartment.
The Traction Controlsystem will be on every time you turn the ignition
key from OFF to ON until you deactivate the system using the traction
control switch in the glove compartment.
STEERING
Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energy
from the engine to help steer the vehicle.
To prevent damage to the power steering pump:
•Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme left
for more than a few seconds when the engine is running.
•Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level.
If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned
off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort.
If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition could be caused by any of
the following:
•underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s)
•high crown in center of road
•high crosswinds
•wheels out of alignment
•loose or worn components in steering linkage
Speed sensitive steering (except police vehicles)
The steering in your vehicle is speed sensitive. At high speeds, steering
assist will decrease to improve steering feel. At lower speeds,
maneuverability will be increased.
If the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes at a
constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked by your
dealer or a qualified service technician.
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The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse Panel
Description
1 15A Brake Pedal Position (BPP) Switch,
Multi-Function Switch, Speed Control
2 30A Wiper Control Module, Windshield Wiper
Motor
3 — Not Used
4 15A Lighting Control Module, Main Light Switch
5 15A Backup Lamps, Variable Assist Power
Steering (VAPS), Turn Signals, Air
Suspension, Daytime Running Lamps,
Electronic Day/Night Mirror, Shift Lock,
EATC, Speed Chime Warning
6 15A Speed Control, Main Light Switch, Lighting
Control Module, Clock, Police Power Relay
7 25A Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Power
Diode, Ignition Coils
18 17
15 16
8
412 7659 12 101114
13
3
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
12 30A** PCM Power Relay, PCM, Natural Gas
Vehicle Module
13 50A** High Speed Cooling Fan Relay
14 40A** Rear Window Defrost Relay, Also see Fuse
17
15 50A** Anti-Lock Brake Module
16 50A** Police Option Fuse Holder
17 30A CB Cooling Fan Relay
Relay 1 — Rear Defrost Relay
Relay 2 — Horn Relay
Relay 3 — Cooling Fan Relay
Relay 4 — Air Suspension Pump Relay, Police Power
Relay
* Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses
Relays
Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replaced
by qualified technicians.
CHANGING THE TIRES
If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly
and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
Temporary spare tire information
Your vehicle may have a temporary or full-size spare tire. The temporary
spare tire for your vehicle is labeled as such. It is smaller than a regular
tire and is designed for emergency use only. Replace this tire with a
full-size tire as soon as possible.
If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not follow
these precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to lose control
of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself or others.
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
4.6L SOHC V8 engine
1. Brake fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
5. Air filter assembly
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
7. Engine coolant reservoir
8. Battery
9. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
912
3
6578
4
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Continued operation will increase the engine temperature:
•the
symbol will begin to flash.
•if your vehicle is equipped with digital gauges, the gauge bars will
flash and a tone will sound every five seconds for one minute.
•the engine will completely shut down, causing steering and braking
effort to increase.
Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take
your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to minimize engine
damage.
When fail-safe mode is activated
You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive the
vehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be able to maintain high-speed
operation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine is
capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine
damage, therefore:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine.
2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to a service facility.
3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low.
Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is
running or hot.
5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility.
Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem
increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to a
service facility as soon as possible.
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CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid.
Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance
Guide for the service interval
schedules. If adding fluid is
necessary, use only MERCONAT F.
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).
2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the
reservoir. It should be between the
MIN and MAX lines. Do not add
fluid if the level is in this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Be
sure to put the cap back on the reservoir.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for scheduled intervals for
fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not consume fluid.
However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not
working properly, i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you
notice some sign of fluid leakage.
DONOTOVERFILLPOWERSTEERINGFLUID
MAX
MIN
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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 4.6L SOHC V8 engine
Air filter element FA-1668
Fuel filter FG-986B
Battery-standard BXT-65–650
Battery-heavy duty BXT-65–750
Oil filter FL-820-S
PCV valve EV-98
Spark plugs* AWSF-32P
* Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark
plug gap information.
REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part Name Capacity
Engine oil (includes
filter change)Motorcraft SAE 5W-30
Super Premium Motor
Oil4.7L (5.0 quarts)
Brake fluid
1Fill to line on reservoir
Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON
AT FFill to line on reservoir
Transmission fluid
2Motorcraft
MERCONVATF13.1L (13.9 quarts)3
Engine coolant4Premium Engine
Coolant15.0L (15.8 quarts)
Fuel tank N/A 71.9L (19.0 gallons)
Rear axle lubricant
5Motorcraft SAE
80W-90 Premium Rear
Axle Lubricant1.8L (3.75 pints)
Windshield washer
fluidUltra-Clear Windshield
Washer ConcentrateFill to line on reservoir
1Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. Refer to
Lubricant Specificationsin this chapter. DOT 3 fluid is recommended.
However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used.
Capacities and specifications
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