2000 LINCOLN TOWN CAR high beam

Brake system warning
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the START
position. Also illuminates if the
parking brake is engaged. If the
brake warning lamp does not
illuminate at these times, seek service immediately. Illumination after
releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake
system should be inspected immediately.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the ON
position. If the light remains on,
continues to flash or fails to
illuminate, have the system serviced
immediately. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is
disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning
light also remains illuminated with the parking brake released.
Turn signal
Illuminates when the left or right
turn signal or the hazard lights are
turned on. If one or both of the
indicators stay on continuously or
flash faster, check for a burned-out
turn signal bulb. Refer toExterior bulbsin theMaintenance and care
chapter.
High beams
Illuminates when the high beam
headlamps are turned on.
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BRAKE
ABS
Instrumentation
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²the headlamp system is not turned on by another feature such as
using the headlamp control or Autolamp.
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system will automatically illuminate
the tail lamps and parking lamps at dusk (when the headlamp control is
in the OFF position). Since the instrument panel will not be illuminated,
turn on the headlamps using the headlamp control.
High beams
Push forward to activate.
Pull toward you to deactivate.
Flash to pass
Pull toward you to activate and
release to deactivate.
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) system
The EATC system will maintain a
selected temperature and
automatically control airflow. You
can override automatic operation
with any of the override controls,
the fan speed control or steering
wheel controls.
HI
LO
F
S
OFF
HI
LO
F
S
OFF
EXT OFF AUTOMAX
A/CFRONT
REAR
Controls and features
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filter, specifications .........178,195
fuel filler door override ............67
fuel filler door release ..............66
fuel pump shut-off switch .....133
gauge .........................................15
improving fuel economy ........179
octane rating ....................177,198
quality ......................................177
running out of fuel .................178
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................174
Fuses ...................................134,135
Garage door opener ....................61
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............176
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................179
Gauges .........................................15
engine coolant
temperature gauge ...................16
fuel gauge ..................................15
odometer ...................................15
speedometer .............................16
GAWR
(Gross Axle Weight Rating) .....127
definition .................................127
driving with a heavy load ......127
location ....................................127
GVWR (Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating) ..........................127
calculating ...............................127
definition .................................127
driving with a heavy load ......127
location ....................................127
Hazard flashers .........................133
Head restraints ...........................84
Headlamps ...................................23
aiming ........................188,189,190
autolamp system .......................23
bulb specifications ..................188
daytime running lights .............23
flash to pass ..............................24
high beam ............................10,24replacing bulbs .......................184
turning on and off ....................23
warning chime ..........................14
Heating ........................................24
HomeLink universal
transceiver (see
Garage door opener) ...61,62,63,64
Hood ..........................................151
Ignition .......................................198
positions of the ignition ...........54
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................107
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ..............................183
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................193
cluster ..........................................8
lighting up
panel and interior .....................23
location of components ..............8
Jump-starting your vehicle ......144
Keyless entry system .................77
autolock .....................................75
keypad .......................................77
programming entry code .........78
Keys .............................................55
key in ignition chime ...............14
positions of the ignition ...........54
Lamps
autolamp system .......................23
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................188
cargo lamps ...............................23
daytime running light ...............23
headlamps .................................23
headlamps, flash to pass ..........24
instrument panel, dimming .....23
interior lamps ....................65,188
replacing bulbs .........184,186,187
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................55
Lights, warning and indicator ......8
Index
216

air bag ..........................................9
air suspension ...........................12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) .....10,119
brake ..........................................10
charging system ........................11
cruise indicator .........................13
door ajar ....................................12
high beam .................................10
liftgate ajar ................................12
low coolant ................................11
low washer fluid .......................14
oil pressure ...............................11
safety belt ...................................9
service engine soon ....................8
speed control ............................59
traction control system .......11,13
turn signal indicator .................10
Load limits .................................127
GAWR ......................................127
GVWR ......................................127
trailer towing ..........................127
Locks
autolock .....................................75
childproof ..................................69
doors ..........................................68
Lubricant specifications ....197,198
Lug nuts, anti-theft ...................144
Lumbar support, seats ...............87
Message center ...........................16
english/metric button ...............22
reset button ..............................18
Mirrors
automatic dimming
rearview mirror .........................65
cleaning ...................................192
heated ........................................69
programmable memory ............76
side view mirrors (power) .......68
Moon roof ....................................65
Motorcraft parts .................178,195
Octane rating ............................177
Odometer .....................................15Oil (see Engine oil) ..................153
Overdrive ..............................60,125
Panic alarm feature,
remote entry system ..................73
Parking brake ............................119
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....195
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................138
Power door locks ........................68
Power steering ..........................122
fluid, checking and adding ....163
fluid, refill capacity ................195
fluid, specifications ..........197,198
Radio ............................................30
Relays ........................................134
Remote entry system ............72,73
illuminated entry ......................75
locking/unlocking doors ...........72
opening the trunk .....................73
panic alarm ...............................73
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................75
replacing the batteries .............74
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ................14,89,90,91,92
Safety defects, reporting ..........213
Safety restraints ...........89,90,91,92
belt minder ...............................94
cleaning the safety belts ...98,194
extension assembly ..................94
for adults .........................90,91,92
for children .............................106
lap belt ......................................93
warning light and chime ..9,14,94
Safety seats for children ..........107
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............89
Seats ............................................84
child safety seats ....................107
cleaning ...................................194
easy access/easyout feature ....88
heated ........................................86
Index
217