2005 FORD CROWN VICTORIA oil change

Maintenance and Specifications 216
Engine compartment 217
Engine oil 218
Battery 222
Engine Coolant 224
Fuel information 230
Air filter(s) 244
Part numbers 245
Refill capacities 246
Lubricant specifications 247
Accessories 253
Index 255
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Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt
across the torso.
Safety belt maintenance
Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work
properly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make sure
there are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All safety belt
assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front safety belt buckle
assemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder
belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if
equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching
hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford Motor Company
recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in
a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and a
qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage and
continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Safety
belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and
replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.
Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt
assembly under the above conditions could result in severe
personal injuries in the event of a collision.
For proper care of soiled safety belts, refer toInteriorin theCleaning
chapter.
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
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Engine oil and filter recommendations
Look for this certification
trademark.
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil.
Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms
to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel
economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and
Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese
automobile manufacturers.
To protect your engine’s warranty use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an
equivalent 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A.SAE
5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability
performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle’s engine.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine
treatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that
is not covered by Ford warranty.
Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule
listed inscheduled maintenance information.
Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for
added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used
that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up
engine noises or knock may be experienced.
It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or
another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application.
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REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part Name Capacity
Engine oil (includes
filter change)
6Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Super Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)6.0 quarts (5.7L)
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake
Fluid
1
Fill to line on reservoir
Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON
AT FFill to line on reservoir
Transmission fluid
(4R70/75 E)
2Motorcraft
MERCONVATF13.9 quarts (13.2L)3
Engine coolant4Motorcraft Premium
Gold Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)18.6 quarts (17.6L)
Fuel tank N/A 19.0 gallons (71.9L)
Rear axle lubricant
5Motorcraft SAE
80W-90 Premium Rear
Axle Lubricant5.0 pints (2.4L)
Windshield washer
fluidMotorcraft Premium
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateFill to line on reservoir
1Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. Refer to
Lubricant Specificationsin this chapter. DOT 3 fluid is recommended.
However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used.
2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. MERCONand
MERCONV are not interchangeable. DO NOT MIX MERCONand
MERCONV. Refer to thescheduled maintenance informationto
determine the correct service interval.
3Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary
based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount
of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on
the dipstick’s normal operating range. Police or Handling Package refill
capacity-12.1L (12.8 quarts).
4Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
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Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............40
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................36
AM/FM .......................................21
AM/FM/Cassette ........................22
AM/FM/CD .................................27
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................31
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................57
Console ........................................80
overhead ..............................55–56
Controls
power seat .................................98
steering column ........................70
Coolant
checking and adding ..............224
refill capacities ................228, 246
specifications ..................247, 249
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................67
Cupholder(s) .............................100
Customer Assistance ................184
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................214
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................207
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................208
Getting roadside assistance ...184
Getting the service you
need .........................................201
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................208
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................204
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................206D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................43
Defrost
rear window ..............................42
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................241
engine oil .................................218
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........247
Driving under special
conditions ..................................182
through water .........................183
E
Electronic message center .........76
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................195
Emission control system ..........238
Engine ........................................249
cleaning ...................................211
coolant .....................................224
fail-safe cooling .......................229
idle speed control ...................222
lubrication
specifications ..................247, 249
refill capacities ........................246
service points ..........................217
starting after a collision .........185
Engine block heater .................170
Engine oil ..................................218
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................218
checking and adding ..............218
dipstick ....................................218
filter, specifications ........221, 245
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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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