2005 LINCOLN AVIATOR Check transmission light

Engine coolant temperature:
Illuminates when the engine coolant
temperature is high. Stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let it cool.
Refer toEngine coolantin theMaintenance and Specifications
chapter.
Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is
running or hot.
Low tire warning (if equipped
with the Tire Pressure
Monitoring System):Illuminates
when your tire pressure is low. If
the light remains on at start up or
while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. Refer toInspecting
and Inflating Your Tiresin theTires, Wheels and Loadingchapter.
When the ignition is first turned to ON, the light will illuminate for 3
seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn ON,
have the system inspected by your servicing dealership. For more
information on this system, refer toUnderstanding Your Tire Pressure
Monitoring Systemin theTires, Wheels and Loadingchapter.
O/D off:Illuminates when the
overdrive function of the
transmission has been turned off,
refer to theDrivingchapter. If the
light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission
serviced soon, or damage may occur.
AdvanceTrac
:Illuminates when
the AdvanceTrac
with RSC system
is active. If the light remains on,
have the system serviced
immediately.
AWD locked (if equipped):
Illuminates when all wheel drive
(AWD) is engaged/activated. If the
light continues to flash, have the
system serviced.
AWD
LOCKED
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Sand
When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solid
area of the trail. Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to a lower
gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowly
and avoid spinning the wheels.
If you must reduce the tire pressure for whatever reason in sand, make
sure you re-inflate the tires as soon as possible.
Note:If your vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS), the system indicator light may illuminate depending on
how much air is released from your tires and/or how long you drive the
vehicle under these conditions.
Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you
and cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may
be required from another vehicle. Remember, you may be able to back
out the way you came if you proceed with caution.
Mud and water
If you must drive through high
water, drive slowly. Traction or
brake capability may be limited.
When driving through water,
determine the depth; avoid water
higher than the bottom of the hubs
(if possible) and proceed slowly. If
the ignition system gets wet, the
vehicle may stall.
Once through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop the
vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by moving
your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you
are driving in mud. Even AWD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud. As
when you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid
spinning your wheels. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction of
the slide until you regain control of the vehicle.
If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are submerged in water,
their fluids should be checked and changed, if necessary.
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Maintenance and Modifications
The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed
and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty
and durable load carrying capability. For this reason, Ford Motor
Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such
as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by
using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment.
Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make
it more likely the vehicle will rollover as a result of a loss of control.
Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle
equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup box
cover).
Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty, increase
your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities
and adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Frequent inspection of
vehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to
heavy off-road usage.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
Do not drive quickly through standing water, especially if the depth is
unknown. Traction or brake capability may be limited and if the ignition
system gets wet, your engine may stall. Water may also enter your
engine’s air intake and severely damage your engine.
If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very
slowly. Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the
hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars).
Once through the water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop
the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by
moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake
pedal.
Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is
submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause
internal transmission damage. Have the fluid checked and, if
water is found, replace the fluid.
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................269
Accessory delay ........................128
AdvanceTrac ..............................271
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ................................201, 205
and child safety seats ............203
description ......................201, 205
disposal ....................................208
driver air bag ..................203, 206
indicator light .........................207
operation .........................203, 206
passenger air bag ...........203, 206
Air cleaner filter ...............350–351
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................282
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................334
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................269–270
Anti-theft system ......................172
arming the system ..................172
disarming a triggered
system .....................................173
Audio system
(see Radio) ................16, 20, 25, 30
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................278
fluid, adding ............................350
fluid, checking ........................350
fluid, refill capacities ..............352
fluid, specification ..................356
Auxiliary power point ...............124
Axle
lubricant specifications ..354, 356refill capacities ........................352
B
Battery .......................................332
acid, treating emergencies .....332
jumping a disabled battery ....304
maintenance-free ....................332
replacement, specifications ...351
servicing ..................................332
BeltMinder .................................197
Brakes ........................................268
anti-lock ...........................269–270
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................270
fluid, checking and adding ....349
fluid, refill capacities ..............352
fluid, specifications .........354, 356
lubricant specifications ..354, 356
parking ....................................270
shift interlock ..........................276
Bulbs ..........................................111
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....352
Cargo cover ...............................157
CD-single premium .....................25
Cell phone use ..........................153
Certification Label ....................358
Changing a tire .........................229
Child safety restraints ..............209
child safety belts ....................209
Child safety seats ......................211
attaching with tether straps ..215
in front seat ............................213
in rear seat ..............................213
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............320
instrument panel ....................322
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positioning .......................229, 234
storage .............................229, 232
Jump-starting your vehicle ......304
K
Keyless entry system
locking and unlocking doors ..167
programming entry code .......165
Keys ...................................169–171
positions of the ignition .........265
L
Lamps
autolamp system .....................104
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................111
daytime running light .............106
fog lamps .................................104
headlamps ...............................104
headlamps, flash to pass ........107
interior lamps .................110, 112
replacing
bulbs ................111, 113, 115–118
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ......................109
Liftgate ..............................155, 161
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........270
Load limits .................................252
Loading instructions .................258
Locks
childproof ................................159
doors ........................................158
Lubricant specifications ...354, 356
Lug nuts ....................................237
Luggage rack .............................156Lumbar support, seats .............176
M
Manual transmission
fluid capacities ........................352
lubricant specifications ..........356
Message center .........................141
english/metric button .............146
system check button ..............145
warning messages ...................148
Mirrors .......................................128
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................128
fold away .................................130
heated ......................................130
programmable memory ..........162
side view mirrors (power) .....129
signal .......................................130
Moon roof ..................................123
Motorcraft parts ................343, 351
N
Navigation system .......................36
cd functions ..............................53
destination mode ......................77
DVD location .............................99
map mode .................................57
quick start .................................38
radio functions ..........................45
O
Octane rating ............................342
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................328
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ..............................161
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Steering
speed sensitive .......................275
Steering wheel
controls ....................................134
tilting .......................................121
T
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Driving .....................................288
Maintenance and
Specifications ..........................247
Roadside Emergencies ...........229
Warning Displays ......................13
Tires ...........................223–224, 229
alignment ................................244
care ..........................................243
changing ..........................229, 234
checking the pressure ............226
inspecting and inflating .........225
label .........................................242
replacing ..........................228, 234
rotating ....................................245
safety practices .......................244
sidewall information ...............238
snow tires and chains ............251
spare tire .................229, 231–233
terminology .............................225
tire grades ...............................224
treadwear ........................224, 243
Towing .......................................258
recreational towing .................264
trailer towing ..........................258
wrecker ....................................309Transmission .............................276
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....276
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................350
fluid, refill capacities ..............352
lubricant specifications ..354, 356
Trunk .........................................161
Turn signal ................................109
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................356
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................358
Vehicle loading ..........................252
Ventilating your vehicle ...........268
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................328
Water, Driving through .............291
Windows
power .......................................125
rear wiper/washer ...................121
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ........................................120
checking and adding fluid .....328
liftgate reservoir .....................328
operation .................................120
replacing wiper blades ...........121
Wrecker towing .........................309
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