2004 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR brakes

Driving while you tow
When towing a trailer:
• Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off
automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades.
• Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer.
• To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assist
in transmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to the
Understanding the positions of the 4 – speed automatic
transmission section in this chapter.
• Anticipate stops and brake gradually.
• Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur.
Servicing after towing
If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more
frequent service intervals. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for
more information.
Trailer towing tips
• Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to
get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning, make
wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles.
• Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached.
• If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Do
not apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become
less effective.
• The trailer tongue weight should be 10 – 15% of the loaded trailer
weight.
• After you have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your
hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts.
• To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during hot
weather while stopped in traffic, place the gearshift lever in P (Park).
• Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you must
park on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer ’ s wheels.
Launching or retrieving a boat
Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer
into the water. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after the
trailer is removed from the water.
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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.
BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels between the “ MIN ” and
“ MAX ” lines are within the normal
operating range, there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are
outside of the normal operating range, the performance of your brake
system could be compromised, seek service from your dealer
immediately. MAX
MIN
MAX
MIN
MAX
MIN
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................221
Accessory delay ........................122
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ................................195, 199
and child safety seats ............197
description ......................195, 199
disposal ....................................202
driver air bag ..................197, 200
indicator light .................199, 202
operation .........................197, 200
passenger air bag ...........197, 200
side air bag ..............................199
Air cleaner filter ...............332, 348
Air conditioning
auxiliary heater and air
conditioner ................................97
Air suspension ...........................225
description ..............................225
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................313
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................221 – 222
Audio system (see Radio) ...16, 21
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................233
fluid, adding ............................330
fluid, checking ........................330
fluid, refill capacities ..............349
fluid, specification ..................354
Auxiliary power point ...............118
Axle
lubricant specifications ..351, 354
refill capacities ........................349
B
Battery .......................................311 acid, treating emergencies .....311
jumping a disabled battery ....282
maintenance-free ....................311
replacement, specifications ...348
servicing ..................................311
BeltMinder .................................191
Brakes ........................................221
anti-lock ...........................221 – 222
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................222
fluid, checking and adding ....329
fluid, refill capacities ..............349
fluid, specifications .........351, 354
lubricant specifications ..351, 354
parking ....................................223
shift interlock ..........................231
Bulbs ..........................................103
C
Calculating load ........................254
Capacities for refilling fluids ....349
Cassette tape player ...................21
CD-single premium .....................16
Cell phone use ..........................148
Certification Label ....................356
Changing a tire .........................275
Child safety restraints ..............203
child safety belts ....................203
Child safety seats ......................206
in front seat ............................208
in rear seat ..............................208
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............300
instrument panel ....................302
interior .............................302 – 303
interior trim ............................303
plastic parts ............................301
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HomeLink universal
transceiver (see Garage door
opener) ......................................136
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................132
Hood ..........................................306
I
Ignition ...............................217, 354
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................206
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................328
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................302
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .....................................101
J
Jack ............................................275
positioning ...............................275
storage .....................................275
Jump-starting your vehicle ......282
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................162
programming entry code .......164
Keys ...................................166 – 167
positions of the ignition .........217
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................99 bulb replacement
specifications chart ................103
daytime running light .............100
fog lamps ...................................99
headlamps .................................99
headlamps, flash to pass ........100
instrument panel, dimming ...101
interior lamps .................103 – 104
replacing
bulbs ................103, 105 – 108, 110
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ......................102
Liftgate ......................149, 156 – 157
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........222
Limited-slip axle .......................227
Load limits .................................252
GAWR ......................................252
GVWR ......................................252
trailer towing ..........................252
Loading instructions .................253
Locks
autolock ...................................162
childproof ................................154
doors ........................................153
Lubricant specifications ...351, 354
Lumbar support, seats .............169
M
Message center .................136 – 137
english/metric button .............143
system check button ..............144
warning messages ...................144
Mirrors ...............................114, 122
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................122
heated ......................................123
programmable memory ..158, 171
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