2003 Mercury Grand Marquis transmission

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).
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For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When 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.
•The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems - such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service
technician.
•Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your
vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive
use or are not properly installed. When operated, such systems may
cause the engine to stumble or stall or cause the transmission to be
damaged or operate improperly. In addition, such systems may be
damaged or their performance may be affected by operating your
vehicle. (Citizens band [CB] transceivers, garage door openers and
other transmitters with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily
affect your vehicle’s operation.)
•Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damage
that may result from the use of such equipment.
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................147
Air bag supplemental
restraint system ................124, 128
and child safety seats ............126
description ......................124, 128
disposal ....................................131
driver air bag ..................126, 129
indicator light ...........13, 128, 130
operation .........................126, 129
passenger air bag ...........126, 129
side air bag ..............................128
Air cleaner filter ...............223, 228
Air conditioning ..........................48
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................46
Air suspension ...........................151
description ..............................151
warning light .............................14
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................204
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................147
Audio system (see Radio) .........22
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................152
fluid, adding ............................220
fluid, checking ........................220
fluid, refill capacities ..............228
fluid, specification ..................231
Auxiliary power point .................73
Axle
lubricant specifications ..230–231
refill capacities ........................228
traction lok ..............................155
B
Battery .......................................202acid, treating emergencies .....202
charging system warning
light ............................................13
jumping a disabled battery ....175
maintenance-free ....................202
replacement, specifications ...228
servicing ..................................202
voltage gauge ............................19
BeltMinder .................................119
Brakes ................................146–147
anti-lock ...................................147
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light .........12, 147
brake warning light ..................12
fluid, checking and adding ....220
fluid, refill capacities ..............228
fluid, specifications .........230–231
lubricant specifications ..230–231
parking ....................................148
shift interlock ..........................151
Bulbs ............................................57
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....228
Cassette tape player ...................31
CD changer .................................40
CD-single premium .....................22
Cell phone use ............................90
Certification Label ....................233
Changing a tire .........................170
Child safety restraints ..............131
child safety belts ....................131
Child safety seats ......................134
attaching with tether straps ..138
in front seat ............................136
in rear seat ..............................136
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Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............191
instrument panel ....................193
interior .............................193–194
interior trim ............................193
plastic parts ............................192
safety belts ..............................194
washing ....................................190
waxing .....................................190
wheels ......................................191
wiper blades ............................192
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......46, 48
Clock ......................................27, 36
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................67
Console ........................................91
overhead ..............................64, 66
Controls
power seat ...............................108
steering column ........................81
Coolant
checking and adding ..............204
refill capacities ................207, 228
specifications ..................230–231
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................77
Customer Assistance ................161
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................195
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................183
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................187
Getting roadside assistance ...161
Getting the service you
need .........................................181
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................188The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................183
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................186
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................53
Defrost
rear window ..............................52
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................220
engine oil .................................198
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........230
Driving under special
conditions ..................................155
through water .........................155
E
Electronic message center .........86
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................175
Emission control system ..........218
Engine ........................................231
check engine/service engine
soon light ..................................10
cleaning ...................................191
coolant .....................................204
fail-safe coolant ......................208
idle speed control ...................202
lubrication
specifications ..................230–231
refill capacities ........................228
service points ..........................197
starting after a collision .........162
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safety belt maintenance .........123
warning light and
chime ...................13, 16, 118–119
Safety seats for children ..........134
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) .............109
Seats ..........................................105
child safety seats ....................134
cleaning ...................................193
SecuriLock passive
anti-theft system ...............101–103
Servicing your vehicle ..............196
Spare tire (see Changing the
Tire) ...........................................170
Spark plugs, specifications ......228,
231
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................230–231
Speed control ..............................77
Speedometer ...............................20
Starting your
vehicle ........................142–143, 145
jump starting ..........................175
Steering
speed sensitive .......................151
Steering wheel
controls ..........................64, 77, 81
tilting .........................................64
T
Tires ...........................170, 224–225
changing ..........................170–171
checking the pressure ............225
replacing ..................................226
rotating ....................................225
snow tires and chains ............227
tire grades ...............................225treadwear ................................224
Towing .......................................157
recreational towing .................160
trailer towing ..........................157
wrecker ....................................180
Traction control ........................149
active light ................................13
Traction-lok rear axle ...............155
Transmission .............................151
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................220
fluid, refill capacities ..............228
lubricant specifications ..230–231
Trip odometer .............................21
Trunk ...........................................93
remote release ....................90, 96
Turn signal ............................14, 56
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................231
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................233
Vehicle loading ..........................156
Ventilating your vehicle ...........146
W
Warning chimes ...........................16
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................198
Water, Driving through .............155
Windows
power .........................................74
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid .....198
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