2001 FORD CROWN VICTORIA instrument panel

Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
attached to a metal tag and is
located on the driver side
instrument panel. (Please note that
in the graphic XXXX is
representative of your vehicle
identification number.)
Engine number
The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification
number) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and
transfer case (if equipped).
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Capacities and specifications
227

Cleaning your vehicle ...............215
engine compartment ..............217
exterior ............................215±216
exterior lamps .........................217
instrument cluster lens ..........218
instrument panel ....................218
interior .....................................219
mirrors .....................................216
plastic parts ............................216
safety belts ..............................219
washing ....................................215
waxing .....................................215
wheels ......................................216
windows ..................................219
wiper blades ............................217
woodtone trim ........................219
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............29
Clock ..........................42, 49, 56, 66
Compass, electronic ....................83
calibration .................................84
set zone adjustment .................84
Console ........................................88
Controls
power seat .......................105±106
Coolant
checking and adding ..............179
coolant temperature light ........11
refill capacities ................183, 221
specifications ..................223±224
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................75
Customer Assistance ................153
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................235
Ford Extended
Service Plan ............................228
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................234Getting roadside assistance ...153
Getting the service
you need .................................228
Ordering additional owner's
literature .................................238
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................230
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................234
D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................27
Defrost
rear window ..............................38
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................187
engine oil .................................175
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........223
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................152
E
Electronic message center .........22
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................165
Emission control system ..........207
Engine ................................224±225
check engine/service engine
soon light ....................................9
cleaning ...................................217
coolant .....................................179
fail-safe coolant ......................184
Index
242

Headlamps ...................................27
aiming ......................................214
autolamp system .......................28
bulb specifications ..................214
daytime running lights .............27
flash to pass ..............................28
high beam ...........................12, 28
replacing bulbs .......................209
turning on and off ....................27
warning chime ..........................16
Heating ........................................29
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................29
HomeLink universal
transceiver (see Garage door
opener) ..................................79±82
Hood ..........................................173
I
Ignition .........................73, 224±225
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................127
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................208
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................218
cluster ..................................8, 218
lighting up panel
and interior ...............................27
location of components ..............8
J
Jack ............................................161
positioning ...............................161
storage .....................................161
Jump-starting your vehicle ......165K
Keyless entry system .................98
autolock .....................................91
keypad .......................................98
programming entry code .........99
Keys .......................................95±97
key in ignition chime ...............16
positions of the ignition ...........73
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................28
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................214
cargo lamps ...............................27
daytime running light ...............27
headlamps .................................27
headlamps, flash to pass ..........28
instrument panel, dimming .....27
interior lamps ...................27, 213
replacing bulbs ...............209±213
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................72
Lights, warning and indicator ......8
air bag ........................................10
air suspension ...........................13
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....12, 139
brake ..........................................12
charging system ........................13
check engine ...............................9
fuel cap light .............................10
high beam .................................12
low coolant ................................11
low fuel ........................................8
oil pressure ...............................13
overdrive off ..............................14
safety belt .................................11
speed control ............................79
Index
244

Required fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane
Fuel tank capacity 71.9L (19.0 gallons)
Engine oil capacity (includes filter
change)4.7L (5.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft
SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor
Oil, Ford specification
WSS-M2C153-H.
Tire pressure and size Refer to the Tire Pressure Label
located on the rear passenger door
jamb.
Hood release Pull handle under the left side of
the instrument panel.
Coolant capacity
115.0L (15.8 quarts)
Automatic transmission fluid
capacity
213.1L (13.9 quarts). Use
Motorcraft MERCONtV ATF.3
Power steering fluid capacity Fill to line on reservoir. Use
Motorcraft MERCONtAT F.
1Use either green-colored Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant or
yellow-colored Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant. 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.
3Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary
based on cooler size and if equipped with in-tank cooler. The amount of
transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the
dipstick's normal operating range. Police and Handling Package refill
capacity-12.1L (12.8 quarts).
Filling station information
248