2001 LINCOLN TOWN CAR engine

Engine coolant temperature
Illuminates when the engine coolant
temperature is high. Stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible,
switch off the engine and let it cool.
Never remove the coolant
recovery cap while the
engine is running or hot.
Refer toEngine coolantin theMaintenance and carechapter. If light
stays on or continues to turn on after the vehicle warms up, have your
vehicle serviced.
This light also illuminates briefly when the ignition key is turned to ON.
Trunk ajar
If the trunk is not completely
closed, this light comes on when
you turn the ignition to ON. With
the ignition ON, this light will flash
five times and sound a tone for one
second, then remain on.
Door ajar
Illuminates when one of the doors is
not completely shut and the ignition
is turned to ON. With the ignition
ON, this light will remain on until all
doors are closed.
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Trac active
Illuminates when the Traction
Controltsystem begins applying and
releasing the brakes and adjusting
the engine characteristics to limit a
wheelspin condition. For more
information on the traction control
system, refer to theDriving
chapter.
Speed control
This light comes on when either the
SET/ACCEL or RESUME controls
are pressed. It turns off when the
speed control OFF control is
pressed, the brake is applied or the
ignition is turned to the OFF
position.
Washer
Illuminates when the windshield
washer fluid is low.
Safety belt warning chime
Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts.
For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to theSeating
and safety restraintschapter.
Belt minder chime
Sounds intermittently to remind you to fasten your safety belts.
For information on the safety belt minder chime, refer to theSeating
and safety restraintschapter.
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FUEL ECON

DIST TO EMPTY
AVG SPEED
TRIP A B
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LTR/100km
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Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime
For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to theSeating and
safety restraintschapter.
Key-in-ignition warning chime
Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC
position and the driver's door is opened.
Headlamps on warning chime
Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off
(and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver's door is opened.
Turn signal chime (if equipped)
Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn
and not turned off after the vehicle is driven more than 0.8 km
(1/2 mile).
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Engine coolant temperature gauge
Indicates the temperature of the
engine coolant. At normal operating
temperature, the needle remains
within the normal area (the area
between the ªHº and ªCº). If it
enters the red section, the engine is
overheating. Stop the vehicle as
soon as safely possible, switch off
the engine immediately and let the engine cool. Refer toEngine coolant
in theMaintenance and carechapter.
Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is
running or hot.
This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the
coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication
will not be accurate. If the gauge enters the red section, the oil
pressure/engine coolant andCheck Engine/Service Engine Soon
indicators illuminate, refer toWhat you should know about fail-safe
coolingin theMaintenance and carechapter.
ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER
The electronic message center only works when the ignition is in the ON
position.
The message center allows you to:
²see problems such as door ajar
and trunk ajar.
²see the compass direction.
²check the on/off status of air
suspension and speed control
systems.
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You may notice gradual improvement in fuel economy over the course of
your vehicle's break-in period (approximately 1 600 kilometers
[1 000 miles]).
1. Set the speed control. Refer toSpeed controlin theControls and
featureschapter.
2. Select FUEL ECON
3. Press the RESET control to clear
the system memory.
²Actual highway fuel economy is
now displayed.This current
average measure will change as
the speed control system changes the engine speed to maintain a
constant vehicle speed. This is most noticeable in hilly environments.
4. Drive the vehicle at least 8 km (5 miles) with the speed control
system engaged to display a stabilized average.
5. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference.
It is important to press the RESET control after setting the speed
control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings.
FUEL ECON

DIST TO EMPTY
AVG SPEED
TRIP A B
E/M
SELECT
RESET
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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.
Turning the EATC on
Press AUTO, any of the override
controls or the fan speed control.
The EATC will only operate when
the vehicle is running.
Turning the EATC off
Press OFF. The Outside
Temperature (EXT) function will
continue to operate until the
ignition is turned off.
Automatic operation
Press AUTO and select the desired temperature. The selected
temperature and the word AUTO will appear in the display window. The
EATC system will either heat or cool to achieve the selected
temperature. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow
location and if outside air or recirculated air is required. Fan speed
remains automatic unless the fan speed control is pressed or the steering
wheel fan speed control is pressed.
When in AUTO and weather conditions require heat, air will be sent to
the floor. However, if the engine is not warm enough to provide heat, the
fan will be at a low speed and the air will be directed to the windshield.
EXT OFF AUTOMAX
A/CFRONT
REAR
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EXT OFF AUTOMAX
A/CFRONT
REAR
EXT OFF AUTOMAX
A/C
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AUXILIARY POWER POINT
Power outlets are designed for
accessory plugs only. Do not
hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug.
Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not
covered by your warranty.
The auxiliary power point is located
under the instrument panel. This
outlet should be used in place of the
cigarette lighter for optional
electrical accessories.
TRACTION CONTROLY
This control can be used to turn the
Traction Controlyon or off. Refer
to theTraction Controlysection of
theDrivingchapter for more
information.
POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION
1. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical
accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not
running.
2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,
automatic transmission gearshift
lever and allows key removal.
3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all
accessories without locking the
steering wheel.
4. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key
position when driving.
5. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
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To reprogram the transmitters
yourself, place the key in the
ignition and turn from 2 (LOCK) to
3 (OFF) and cycle between 3 (OFF)
and 4 (ON) four times in rapid
succession within 3 seconds. After
doors lock/unlock, press any control
on all transmitters (up to four).
When completed, turn the ignition
to 3 (OFF).
All transmittersmustbe programmed at the same time.
Illuminated entry
The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to
unlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm.
The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds after the UNLOCK
button on the remote transmitter is pressed or when the ignition is
turned to the START or ACC position.
The inside lights will not turn off if:
²they have been turned on with the dimmer control or
²any door is open
The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the
last door is closed or after 10 minutes if the door is left open.
Autolock
The autolock feature will lock all of the vehicle doors when:
²all doors are closed
²the engine is running and
²you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion
The autolock feature repeats when:
²any door, except the drivers door, is opened then closed while the
engine is running and
²you put the vehicle in motion
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