2002 LINCOLN BLACKWOOD steering

5. Restart 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.
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 Ford Premium Power Steering Fluid.
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.
MAX
MIN
MAX
MIN
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The windshield, rear window and wiper blades should be cleaned
regularly. Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol
or windshield washer solution. Be sure to replace wiper blades when
they appear worn or do not function properly.
Cleaning the instrument panel
Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.
Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of
the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver
from undesirable windshield reflection.
Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning
the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of
the air bag system.
Cleaning the instrument cluster lens
Wipe the cluster area with a soft, damp cotton towel and Ultra Clear
Spray Glass Cleaner (E4AZ-19C507±AA). Dry the area with a clean, dry
towel.
Cleaning the inside windows
Use Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (E4AZ-19C507±AA) for the inside
windows if they become fogged.
To clean, use two lint-free, soft towels, folded into a pad-shape. Mist the
glass completely with cleaner, and use one of the towels to evenly agitate
the surface. Use the other towel to remove the residue.
Cleaning wood-tone trim
Wipe stains with a clean, soft cloth and Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner
(E4AZ-19C507±AA). Dry the area by wiping with a dry, soft, clean cloth.
Cleaning the interior fabric, carpets and cloth seats
Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. Remove light stains
and soil with Triple Clean (EOAZ-19526±AA).
Never saturate the seat covers with cleaning solution.
Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which
can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardent
abilities of the seat materials.
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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 5.4L (4V) V8 engine
Air filter element FA-1634
Fuel filter FG-986B
Oil filter FL-820-S
PCV valve EV-233
Battery BXT-65-650
Spark plugs-platinum* AWSF-32P
* Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark
plug gap information.
REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity
Brake fluid High Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake FluidAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Engine
Coolant
1Motorcraft Premium
Engine Coolant
(green- colored)VC-4-A (or
CXC-10 in
Canada)25L (26.4 quarts)
Motorcraft Premium
Gold Engine
Coolant (yellow-
colored)VC-7-A 25L (26.4 quarts)
Engine oil
(includes
filter change)Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor OilAll 5.7L (6.0 quarts)
Fuel tank N/A All 94.6L (25.0 gallons)
Power
steering fluidMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Transmission
fluid
2Motorcraft
MERCONtAutomatic 15.2L (16.1 quarts)3
Rear axle4Motorcraft SAE
75W-140 Synthetic
Rear Axle LubricantAll 2.7L (5.5 pints)5
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ItemFord part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
Rear axle
2Motorcraft SAE
75W-140 High
Performance
Synthetic Rear
Axle LubeF1TZ-19580-B WSL-M2C192-A
Windshield
washer fluidUltra-clear
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateC9AZ-19550-AC ESR-M17P5-A
1Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of the
correct type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine
the correct service interval.
Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage, such as
MERCONtand MERCONtV. These dual usage fluids are not to be used
in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCONttype
fluid. However, these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that
require the MERCONtV type fluid.
MERCONtand MERCONtV type fluids are not interchangeable.
DO NOT mix MERCONtand MERCONtV. Use of a transmission
fluid that indicates dual usage (MERCONtand MERCONtV) in
an automatic transmission application requiring MERCONtmay
cause transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
2Add 118 ml (4 oz) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or
equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill
of 9.75 inch axles.
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in rear seat ..............................119
Cleaning your vehicle ...............212
exterior ....................................212
instrument cluster lens ..........216
instrument panel ....................216
interior .....................................216
plastic parts ....................214±215
safety belts ..............................217
washing ....................................212
waxing .....................................212
wheels ......................................213
windows ..................................216
wiper blades ............................215
woodtone trim ........................216
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............41
Clock ............................................21
Compass, electronic
calibration .................................61
set zone adjustment .................60
Console
overhead ....................................57
Controls
power seat .................................90
steering column ........................55
Coolant
checking and adding ..............175
refill capacities ................179, 218
specifications ..................220, 222
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................50
Customer Assistance ................147
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................232
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................225
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............231Getting roadside assistance ...147
Getting the service
you need .................................225
Ordering additional owner's
literature .................................236
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................228
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................231
D
Defrost
rear window ..............................19
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................183
engine oil .................................171
Doors
door ajar warning .....................11
lubricant specifications ..........220
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................185
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................146
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................162
Emission control system ..........202
Engine ........................................222
check engine/service engine
soon light ....................................8
coolant .....................................175
fail-safe coolant ......................180
idle speed control ...................185
Index
239

low washer fluid .......................12
safety belt ...................................9
service engine soon ....................8
traction control active ..............12
turn signal indicator .................10
Load limits .................................139
GAWR ......................................139
GVWR ......................................139
trailer towing ..........................139
Loading instructions .................141
Locks
autolock .....................................85
childproof ..................................71
doors ..........................................70
Lubricant specifications ...220, 222
Lumbar support, seats ...............92
M
Message center ...........................57
english/metric button ...............58
menu button .............................59
Mirrors .........................................65
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................64
heated ........................................72
programmable memory ............86
side view mirrors
(power) ...............................71±72
Moon roof ....................................62
Motorcraft parts ................198, 218
O
Octane rating ............................196
Odometer .....................................15
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................171Overdrive .....................................57
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................83
Parking brake ............................130
Parts
(see Motorcraft parts) ..............218
Pedals (see Power
adjustable foot pedals) ...............18
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................153
Power door locks ..................70, 85
Power steering ..........................132
fluid, checking and adding ....182
fluid, refill capacity ................218
fluid, specifications .........220, 222
Preparing to drive
your vehicle ...............................135
R
Radio ............................................23
Rear window defroster ...............19
Relays ........................................150
Remote entry system ...........80, 83
illuminated entry ......................85
locking/unlocking doors .....81±82
panic alarm ...............................83
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................84
replacing the batteries .............83
Reverse sensing system .............21
Index
242

S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ....................12, 100±105
Safety defects, reporting ..........237
Safety restraints ................100±105
belt minder .............................107
cleaning the safety
belts .................................110, 217
extension assembly ................106
for adults .........................101±104
for children .....................116±117
warning light and
chime .............................9, 12, 106
Safety seats for children ..........118
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................................100
Seats
child safety seats ....................118
climate control ..........................93
memory seat .......................86, 92
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ....................................77±79
Servicing your vehicle ..............168
Snowplowing .................................3
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................218, 222
Special notice ................................3
ambulance conversions ..............3
utility-type vehicles ....................3
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................220, 222
Speed control ..............................50
Speedometer ...............................14
Starting your vehicle ........125, 127
jump starting ..........................162Steering wheel
controls ......................................55
tilting .........................................56
T
Tachometer .................................15
Tires ...........................157, 190±191
changing ..........................157±158
checking the pressure ............191
replacing ..................................193
rotating ....................................192
snow tires and chains ............193
tire grades ...............................191
treadwear ................................190
Tonneau cover .................63, 74, 89
Towing .......................................141
recreational towing .................145
trailer towing ..........................141
wrecker ....................................167
Traction control ........................133
active light ................................12
Transmission .............................135
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................183
fluid, refill capacities ..............218
lubricant specifications ..220, 222
Transmission control indicator
light ..............................................11
Trip odometer .............................15
Trunk .....................................74, 76
Turn signal ............................10, 49
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................222
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................224
Index
243

Item Information
Required fuel-5.4L 4V V8
engineUnleaded fuel only - 91 octane
Fuel tank capacity 94.6L (25.0 gallons)
Tire size and pressure Refer to the Certification Label inside
of driver's door.
Hood release Pull handle under the left side of the
instrument panel.
Engine oil capacity (includes
filter change)5.7L (6.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford
specification WSS-M2C153-H.
Coolant capacity
124.1L (25.5 quarts)
Power steering fluid capacity Fill to line on reservoir. Use
Motorcraft MERCONtAT F.
Transmission fluid capacity
215.0L (15.9 quarts). 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. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of the
correct type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine
the correct service interval.
Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage, such as
MERCONtand MERCONtV. These dual usage fluids are not to be used
in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCONttype
fluid. However, these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that
require the MERCONtV type fluid.
MERCONtand MERCONtV type fluids are not interchangeable.
DO NOT mix MERCONtand MERCONtV. Use of a transmission
fluid that indicates dual usage (MERCONtand MERCONtV) in
an automatic transmission application requiring MERCONtmay
cause transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
Filling station information
247