2004 LINCOLN TOWN CAR ECU

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 10
Warning and control lights 10
Gauges 15
Entertainment Systems 17
AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 17
CD changer 21
Navigation system 25
Climate Controls 88
Dual automatic temperature control 88
Rear window defroster 91
Lights 92
Headlamps 92
Turn signal control 95
Bulb replacement 96
Driver Controls 101
Windshield wiper/washer control 101
Steering wheel adjustment 102
Power windows 114
Mirrors 115
Speed control 117
Message center 122
Locks and Security 130
Locks 130
Anti-theft system 141
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8. Install the plastic retainer and carefully push the carpet back into
place.
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in
OFF position, then remove two
screws, grommets and the license
plate lamp assembly from the trunk
lid.
2. Carefully pull the bulb from the
socket and push in the new bulb.
3. Install the lamp assembly on
trunk lid with two grommets,
ensuring the grommets are pushed
all the way in to the trunk lid and secure with two screws.
Replacing backup lamp bulbs
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in
OFF position, then open trunk and
remove bulb socket from the trunk
lid by turning counterclockwise.
2. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket and push in the new bulb.
3. Install the bulb socket in trunk lid
by turning clockwise.
Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs
To change the high-mount brake
lamp assembly:
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in
OFF position, then pry the light
assembly away from its housing to
disengage it from the retaining clips.
2. Remove the light assembly from
the headliner.
3. Disconnect the light assembly wiring and replace the light assembly.
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MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)
To open the moon roof:
•Press and release the control.
•For one-touch operation, press
and release the rear portion of
the control; this will fully open
the moon roof.
•To stop one-touch operation at
the desired position, press and
release the forward portion of the
control.
To close the moon roof:
•Press and hold the front portion of the control.
•To close from the vent position, press and hold the rear portion of the
control.
Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children
unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt themselves.
CELL PHONE USE
The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly
important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,
drivers must not compromise their own or others’safety when using
such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety
and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency
situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications
equipment to avoid negating these benefits.
Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular
phones, pagers, portable email devices, in vehicle communications
systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.
A driver’s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to
avoid distractions and pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to
operate Mobile Communications Equipment.
ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER
The electronic message center only works when the ignition is in the ON
position.
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POWER TRUNK (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a power trunk controlled by the
interior trunk control, the key fob or the keypad on the door.
If anything obstructs the power trunk while it is closing, the trunk will
automatically reverse to the open position, provided it meets sufficient
resistance. Resistance must be as strong as the force of the closing
trunk, or stronger. The force of the closing trunk increases as the trunk
approaches the latched position. The trunk will close with the next press
of the interior trunk control or key fob button.
Make sure all persons are clear of the luggage compartment area
before using the power trunk control.
If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed,
the power trunk needs to be reset. To reset the power trunk:
•Reconnect the battery with the trunk closed
•Power activate the trunk with the power interior trunk release, the
key fob or the keypad on the door to the full open position, then
power activate the same power source and fully close the trunk. The
power trunk is now reset.
INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL
The remote trunk release control is
located on the driver’s door trim
panel and can be operated at any
time except when your perimeter
alarm system is armed.
If your vehicle is equipped with a
power trunk, press the button once
to open the trunk, press it again to
close.
You can render the switch inoperable by locking the button with your
master key.
The remote trunk release control and power door locks will be disabled
when the vehicle perimeter alarm system is armed. This control will not
work until the vehicle perimeter alarm system is disarmed. Refer to
Perimeter Alarm Systemin theLocks and Securitychapter.
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KEYS
Your vehicle is equipped with a master key and a valet (identified with
the word VALET) key lock system. The master key will access:
•the driver’s door,
•the trunk,
•the glove box,
•the ignition, and
•the interior trim remote trunk release.
The valet key will access:
•the driver’s door,
•the ignition.
Before handing over the valet key to a valet attendant, lock the interior
remote trunk release control and the glove box with the master key. Do
not hand over the remote entry transmitter or the master key to the
valet attendant.
POWER DOOR LOCKS
Press control to unlock all doors.
Note:When the perimeter alarm is
armed, the power door locks are
disabled.
Press control to lock all doors.
Smart locks
With the key in the ignition, in any switch position, and either the
driver’s or passenger’s door open, the doors cannot be locked using the
power door lock switches.
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Central locking/unlocking
•All doors are locked when the key is inserted into the driver door key
cylinder and turned to the lock position.
•The driver’s door is unlocked when the key is inserted into the driver
door key cylinder and turned to the unlock position.
•If the key is turned a second time to the unlock position within 5
seconds, all vehicle doors will unlock.
Power door trim switch inhibit
This feature disables the power door locks and trunk interior release
switches if all doors are closed and the perimeter alarm becomes armed.
Once the power door trim switches are disabled, they can only become
active when perimeter alarm is disarmed.
Childproof door locks
•When these locks are set, the
rear doors cannot be opened from
the inside.
•The rear doors can be opened
from the outside when the doors
are unlocked.
The childproof locks are located on
rear edge of each rear door and
must be set separately for each
door. Setting the lock for one door
will not automatically set the lock for both doors.
•Move lock control up to engage the childproof lock.
•Move control down to disengage childproof locks.
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INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE
Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartment
release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in
the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment.
Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and
location of the release handle.
To open the luggage compartment
door (lid) from within the luggage
compartment, pull the illuminated
“T”shaped handle and push up on
the trunk lid. The handle is
composed of a material that will
glow for hours in darkness following
brief exposure to ambient light.
The“T”shaped handle will be
located either on the luggage
compartment door (lid) or inside
the luggage compartment near the
tail lamps.
Keep vehicle doors and
luggage compartment
locked and keep keys and remote
transmitters out of a child’s reach.
Unsupervised children could lock
themselves in the trunk and risk
injury. Children should be taught
not to play in vehicles.
On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can
rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high
temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious
heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are
particularly at risk.
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REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
The typical operating range for your remote entry transmitter is
approximately 33 feet (10 meters). A decrease in operating range could
be caused by:
•weather conditions,
•nearby radio towers,
•structures around the vehicle, or
•other vehicles parked next to your vehicle.
The remote entry system allows you
to lock or unlock all vehicle doors
without a key.Note:The remote
entry features operate with the
ignition in any position except in the
4 (ON) position, when the
transmission is in any gear other
than P (Park) or N (Neutral).
If there is a problem with the
remote entry system make sure to
takeALL remote entry
transmitterswith you to the dealership, this will aid in troubleshooting
the problem.
Unlocking the doors
1. Pressand release to unlock the driver’s door.Note:The interior
lamps will illuminate.
2. Press
and release again within five seconds to unlock all the doors.
Security lighting
Your vehicle’s headlamps and park lamps will illuminate if:
•it is dark outside (evening),
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