2002 LINCOLN LS weight

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.)
1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake type and gross vehicle
weight rating (GVWR)
3. Vehicle line, series, body type
4. Engine type
5. Check digit
6. Model year
7. Assembly plant
8. Production sequence 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
Maintenance and Specifications
272

Travel equipment
Removable bike rack
Removable luggage rack
Removable luggage rack adapters
Removable ski rack
Protection and appearance equipment
Air bag anti-theft locks
Car cover
Carpet floor mats
Emergency kit
First aid kit
Front end covers (mini)
HomeLinkt
Molded splash guards
Molded vinyl floor mats
Moon roof air deflector
Park pilot/reverse park aid
Rear spoiler
Side window deflector
Wood/Leather steering wheel
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
²When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
compliance certification label). Consult your dealer for specific weight
information.
Accessories
274

Engine ................................264±265
check engine/service
engine soon light ......................10
cleaning ...................................222
coolant .....................................237
fail-safe coolant ......................242
idle speed control ...................235
lubrication specifications 263±264
refill capacities ........................261
service points ..................230±231
starting after a collision .........189
Engine block heater .................159
Engine fan .................................244
Engine oil ..................................232
checking and adding ..............232
dipstick ....................................232
filter, specifications ........234, 261
recommendations ...................234
refill capacities ........................261
specifications ..................263±264
Exhaust fumes ..........................159
F
Fail safe cooling ........................242
Floor mats .................................107
Fluid capacities .........................261
Foglamps .....................................61
Fuel ............................................245
calculating fuel
economy ............................96, 266
cap .....................................11, 247
capacity ...................................261
choosing the right fuel ...........248
comparisons with EPA
fuel economy estimates .........269
detergent in fuel .....................249
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................245, 247, 266filter, specifications ........250, 261
fuel pump shut-off switch .....189
gauge .........................................17
improving fuel economy ........266
low fuel warning light ..............14
octane rating ...........248, 264±265
quality ......................................249
running out of fuel .................249
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................245
Fuses ..................................190±191
G
Garage door opener ....................86
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ......11, 247
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................266
Gauges .........................................16
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................16
fuel gauge ..................................17
odometer ...................................17
speedometer .............................17
tachometer ................................18
trip odometer ............................17
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating) .......................................181
definition .................................181
driving with a heavy load ......181
location ....................................181
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) .......................................181
calculating ...............................181
definition .................................181
driving with a heavy load ......181
location ....................................181
Index
278