2003 LINCOLN AVIATOR bulb

2. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new
bulb.
3. Install the bulb socket in the lampassembly by turning it
counterclockwise.
To re-install the headlampon the vehicle:
1. Install the headlampon the vehicle by aligning the four plastic
projections into the four holes, pushing rearward to seat the lamp
assembly.
2. Insert the two retainers, making sure that the retainers go over both
plastic projections on each side of the lamp, pushing the retainers down
until they seat.
3. Replace the plastic radiator cover by inserting the edge of the cover
into the tongue and groove of the mating cover, and then rotating the
cover downward. Press firmly on the cover over each headlampand in
the center of the cover to re-engage the snap-in fasteners.
4. Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly.
Replacing tail/brake/turn/sidemarker/backup lamp bulbs
The tail/brake/turn/sidemarker/backupbulbs are located in the tail lamp
assembly, one just below the other. Follow the same steps to replace
each bulb:
1. Make sure the headlampswitch is
in the OFF position and then open
the liftgate to expose the lamp
assemblies.
2. Remove the two screws from the
lampassembly.
3. Pull the lampassembly towards
the rear and side of the vehicle at
an angle, carefully removing it from
the vehicle.
4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp
assembly.
5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb.
6. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse
order.
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Replacing liftgate tail lamp bulb
1. Make sure the headlampswitch is
in the OFF position and then open
the liftgate to expose the fasteners.
2. Remove the two acorn nuts from
the lampassembly.
3. Pull the lampoff by pulling
rearward on the lamp.
4. Rotate the bulb socket
counterclockwise and carefully
remove the lampassembly.
5. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket and push in the new bulb.
6. To complete installation, follow
the removal procedure in reverse
order.
Replacing foglamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlampswitch is
in the OFF position and then reach
under the front of the front bumper
and remove the bulb socket from
the foglampby turning
counterclockwise.
2. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the foglampbulb.
3. Connect the electrical connector to the new foglampbulb.
4. Install the bulb socket in the foglampturning clockwise.
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Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlampswitch is
in the OFF position and then
remove the screw and then pry the
license plate lamp lens down.
2. Pull down the lens assembly and
rotate the lens counterclockwise.
3. Graspthe bulb and carefully pull
the bulb from the socket and push
in the new bulb.
4. Align the socket and bulb with
the lens assembly and rotate until seated.
5. Re-insert the bulb and lens assembly into the opening and install the
screw.
Replacing center high-mount stop lamp (CHMSL) bulbs
1. Make sure the headlampswitch is
in the OFF position and then open
the liftgate.
2. Remove the upper portion of the
liftgate trim by grasping the lift gate
trim around the upper portion and
then pull it towards the glass.
NOTE: The liftgate trim is attached
at 8 locations with snap-in
attachments.
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector to the CHMSL by
depressing the tab and pull to
separate the electrical connectors.
4. Use a 9nm torx hex
socket/wrench to unscrew the two
CHMSL bolts that attach the CHMSL
to the liftgate.
5. Grasp the CHMSL and pull it down to disengage the center snap-in
attachment.
6. Replace the lamp by following the above procedures in reverse order.
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Approach lamp/mirror turn signal bulb removal
To change the bulbs:
1. Make sure the headlampswitch is
in the OFF.
2. Remove the approach lamp/turn
signal lens from the mirror housing
using a standard flat screwdriver to
pry the lamp assembly out.
3. Pull the lens out to remove it
from the mirror assembly
4. Disconnect the bulb assembly
from the lens.
5. Remove and replace the bulb.
6. Reverse the order to reassemble
lampand lens.
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................168
Accessory delay ..........................73
Air bag supplemental
restraint system ........143–144, 147
and child safety seats ............145
description ......................144, 147
disposal ....................................151
driver air bag ..................146, 148
indicator light ...................12, 150
operation .........................146, 148
passenger air bag ...........146, 148
side air bag ..............................147
Air cleaner filter .......................270
Air conditioning ..........................41
auxiliary heater and air
conditioner ................................47
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................181
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................251
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................168–169
Anti-theft system ......................117
arming the system ..................117
disarming a triggered
system .....................................118
Audio system (see Radio) ...18, 27
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................176
fluid, adding ............................265
fluid, checking ........................265
fluid, refill capacities ..............270
fluid, specification ..................275
Auxiliary power point .................69Axle
lubricant
specifications ..................273, 275
refill capacities ........................270
B
Battery .......................................249
acid, treating emergencies .....249
charging system warning
light ............................................12
jumping a disabled battery ....219
maintenance-free ....................249
replacement, specifications ...270
servicing ..................................249
BeltMinder .................................139
Brakes ........................................167
anti-lock ...........................168–169
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light .........12, 169
brake warning light ..................11
fluid, checking and adding ....265
fluid, refill capacities ..............270
fluid, specifications .........273, 275
lubricant
specifications ..................273, 275
parking ....................................169
shift interlock ..........................174
Bulbs ............................................56
C
Calculating load ........................193
Capacities for refilling fluids ....270
Cargo cover ...............................102
CD-single premium .....................18
Cell phone use ............................98
Certification Label ....................276
Changing a tire .........................211
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H
Hazard flashers .........................201
Head restraints .........................121
Headlamps ...................................50
aiming ........................................53
autolampsystem .......................50
bulb specifications ....................56
daytime running lights .............52
high beam ...........................14, 52
replacing bulbs .........................58
turning on and off ....................50
warning chime ..........................14
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................41
HomeLink universal
transceiver (see Garage door
opener) ............................82, 84–85
I
Ignition ...............................164, 275
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................154
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................264
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................239
cluster ........................................10
lighting uppanel and interior .53
J
Jack ....................................211, 213
positioning .......................211, 215
storage .............................211, 213
Jump-starting your vehicle ......219K
Keyless entry system
locking and unlocking doors ..113
programming entry code .......111
Keys ...................................114–116
key in ignition chime ...............14
positions of the ignition .........164
L
Lamps
autolampsystem .......................50
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................56
cargo lamps ...............................53
daytime running light ...............52
fog lamps ...................................50
headlamps .................................50
instrument panel, dimming .....53
interior lamps .....................55, 57
replacing bulbs .......56, 58, 60–63
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................55
Liftgate ..............................100, 105
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
AdvanceTrac .............................13
air bag ........................................12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....12, 169
brake ..........................................11
charging system ........................12
cruise indicator .........................13
high beam .................................14
low coolant ................................13
oil pressure ...............................13
overdrive off ..............................14
safety belt .................................12
service engine soon ..................10
speed control ............................80
turn signal indicator .................13
Load limits .................................191
Index
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