2005 FORD CROWN VICTORIA ABS

When fueling your vehicle:
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/4 of a turn until it
stops.
3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe.
4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the
filler pipe.
5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/4 of a turn until it clicks at least once.
If the “Check Fuel Cap” indicator comes on and stays on after you start
the engine, the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed. Turn off the
engine, remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap properly and reinstall it.
If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler
cap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty may
be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the
correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used.
The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is
venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops
before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may
spray out and injure you or others.
If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or
vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause
the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in possible
personal injury.
Choosing the right fuel
Use only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law
and could damage your vehicle.
Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic
compounds, including manganese-based additives. Studies indicate that
these additives can cause your vehicle’s emission control system to
deteriorate more rapidly. In Canada, premium grade fuel generally
contains more metallic additives than regular fuel. We recommend using
regular grade fuel. In Canada, many fuels contain metallic additives, but
fuels free of such additives may be available; check with your local fuel
dealer.
Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can damage critical fuel system
components.
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................171
Air cleaner filter ...............244–245
Air conditioning ..........................40
Air suspension ...........................176
description ..............................176
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................114–115, 122
and child safety seats ............117
description ......................115, 122
disposal ....................................125
driver airbag ....................117, 123
indicator light .................122, 124
operation .........................117, 123
passenger airbag .............117, 123
side airbag ...............................122
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................224
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................171–172
Audio system
(see Radio) ..........20, 22, 25, 28, 33
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................179
fluid, adding ............................241
fluid, checking ........................241
fluid, refill capacities ..............246
fluid, specification ..................249
Auxiliary power point .................64
Axle
lubricant specifications ..247, 249
refill capacities ........................246
traction lok ..............................182
B
Battery .......................................222acid, treating emergencies .....222
jumping a disabled battery ....195
maintenance-free ....................222
replacement, specifications ...245
servicing ..................................222
BeltMinder .................................109
Brakes ........................................171
anti-lock ...........................171–172
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................172
fluid, checking and adding ....241
fluid, refill capacities ..............246
fluid, specifications .........247, 249
lubricant specifications ..247, 249
shift interlock ..................177–178
Bulbs ............................................46
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....246
Cell phone use ............................80
Changing a tire .........................141
Child safety restraints ..............125
child safety belts ....................125
Child safety seats ......................128
attaching with tether straps ..132
in front seat ............................129
in rear seat ..............................129
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............211
instrument panel ....................213
interior .....................................213
interior trim ............................213
plastic parts ............................212
washing ....................................210
waxing .....................................210
wheels ......................................211
wiper blades ............................212
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K
Keyless entry system .................90
autolock .....................................89
keypad .......................................90
programming entry code .........90
Keys .......................................82, 93
positions of the ignition .........167
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................43
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................47
daytime running light ...............43
headlamps .................................43
headlamps, flash to pass ..........44
instrument panel, dimming .....44
interior lamps ...............45–47, 52
replacing bulbs .......46–47, 49, 51
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................45
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........172
Limited slip axle
(see Traction Loc) ....................182
Load limits .................................157
Locks
autolock .....................................89
childproof ..................................83
doors ..........................................82
Lubricant specifications ...247, 249
Lug nuts ....................................147
Lumbar support, seats ...............97
M
Message center ...........................76reset button ..............................76
select button .............................77
Mirrors .........................................54
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................66
fold away ...................................66
heated ........................................66
side view mirrors (power) .......66
Moon roof ....................................71
Motorcraft parts ................235, 245
O
Octane rating ............................234
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................218
P
Parking brake ............................173
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....245
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................101
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................67
Power adjustable foot pedals .....67
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................191
Power door locks ..................82, 89
Power mirrors .............................66
Power point .................................64
Power steering ..................175–176
fluid, checking and adding ....240
fluid, refill capacity ................246
fluid, specifications .................247
Power Windows ...........................65
R
Radio ....................20, 22, 25, 28, 33
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