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POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid.
Refer toscheduled maintenance
informationfor the service interval
schedules.If adding fluid is
necessary, use only MERCON
AT F.
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.
DONOTOVERFILLPOWERSTEERINGFLUID
MAX
MIN
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Changing the air filter element
1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover.
2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing.
3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing.
4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or
debris and to ensure good sealing.
5. Install a new air filter element. Be
careful not to crimp the filter
element edges between the air filter
housing and cover. This could cause
filter damage and allow unfiltered
air to enter the engine if not
properly seated.
6. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps.
7. Replace the air inlet tube and secure the clamp.
Note:Be sure the hinge features of the air filter cover to the air filter
housing are fully engaged when reassembling the air filter assembly.
Note:Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe
engine damage. The customer warranty may be voided for any damage to
the engine if the correct air filter element is not used.
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 4.6L SOHC V8 engine
Air filter element FA-1668
Fuel filter FG-986B
Battery-standard BXT-65-650
Battery-heavy duty
1BXT-65-750
Oil filter FL-820-S
PCV valve
2
Spark plugs3
1
Included in long wheelbase package.2The PCV valve is a critical emission component. It is one of the items
listed inscheduled maintenance informationand is essential to the
life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system.
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VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
Vehicle dimensions Inches (mm)
(1) Overall length 215.4 (5471 / 221.4 (5623)*
(2) Overall width 78.5 (1993)
(3) Overall height 59 (1498) / 59.1 (1501)*
(4) Wheelbase 117.7 (2990) / 123.7 (3143)
*
(5) Track - Front 63.4 (1611)
(5) Track - Rear 65.9 (1673)
*Denotes long wheel base
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GENUINE LINCOLN ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Genuine Lincoln Accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local Lincoln or Ford of Canada dealer. These
quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your
automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style
and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory
is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Lincoln’s
rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will
repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Lincoln
Accessories found to be defective in factory-supplied materials or
workmanship during the warranty period, as well as any component
damaged by the defective accessories. The accessories will be warranted
for whichever provides you the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
This means that Genuine Lincoln Accessories purchased along with your
new vehicle and installed by a dealer are covered for the full length of
your New Vehicle’s Limited Warranty — 4 years or 50,000 miles (80,000
km) (whichever occurs first). Contact your dealer for details and a copy
of the warranty.
Not all accessories are available for all models.
Following is a list of several Genuine Lincoln Accessories. Not all
accessories are available for all models. To find out what accessories are
available for your vehicle, please contact your dealer or visit our online
store at: www.lincolnaccessories.com.
Exterior style
Bug shields
Deflectors
Exterior trim kits
Front end covers
Headlamps, fog lights and Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)
Splash guards
Wheels
Interior style
Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors
Floor mats
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A
Accessory delay ........................111
Air cleaner filter ...............305–306
Air suspension ...........................231
description ..............................231
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................173–174, 183
and child safety seats ............176
description ......................174, 183
disposal ....................................185
driver airbag ....................176, 184
indicator light .................183, 185
operation .........................176, 184
passenger airbag .............176, 184
side airbag ...............................183
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................284
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................227
Anti-theft system ..............148, 152
arming the system ..................152
disarming a triggered
system .....................................152
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................15, 18, 24
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................233
fluid, adding ............................303
fluid, checking ........................303
fluid, refill capacities ..............307
fluid, specification ..................311
Auxiliary power point ...............109
Axle
lubricant specifications ..309, 311
refill capacities ........................307
traction lok ..............................231
B
Battery .......................................282acid, treating emergencies .....282
jumping a disabled battery ....255
maintenance-free ....................282
replacement, specifications ...306
servicing ..................................282
BeltMinder .................................168
Brakes ........................................227
anti-lock ...................................227
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................227
fluid, checking and adding ....303
fluid, refill capacities ..............307
fluid, specifications .........309, 311
lubricant specifications ..309, 311
shift interlock ..........................231
Bulbs ..........................................101
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....307
Cell phone use ..............................7
Changing a tire .........................249
Child safety restraints ..............186
child safety belts ....................186
Child safety seats ......................190
attaching with tether straps ..194
in front seat ............................191
in rear seat ..............................191
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............270
instrument panel ....................271
interior .....................................272
plastic parts ............................270
washing ....................................268
waxing .....................................269
wheels ......................................269
wiper blades ............................271
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............93
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Rear window defroster ...............96
Relays ........................................242
Remote entry system ...............139
illuminated entry ....................144
locking/unlocking doors .........140
opening the trunk ...................140
panic alarm .............................141
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................143
replacing the batteries ...........142
Reverse sensing system ...........235
Roadside assistance ..................239
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........173
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................158, 162–167
Safety Canopy ...........................183
Safety defects, reporting ..........267
Safety restraints ........158, 162–167
belt minder .............................168
extension assembly ................172
for adults .........................163–167
for children .............................186
lap belt ....................................164
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................160
safety belt maintenance .........173
warning light and chime ........168
Safety seats for children ..........190
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................314
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) .............158
Seats ..........................................153
child safety seats ....................190
easy access/easyout feature ..157memory seat ...................141, 158
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................148
Servicing your vehicle ..............275
Spark plugs,
specifications .............306, 311–312
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................309, 311
Speed control ............................113
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......225
Starting your vehicle ........223–225
jump starting ..........................255
Steering
speed sensitive .......................230
Steering wheel
controls ....................................116
tilting .......................................107
T
Tilt steering wheel ....................107
Tires ...........................198–199, 249
alignment ................................205
care ..........................................202
changing ..........................249, 251
checking the pressure ............202
inflating ...................................200
label .........................................211
replacing ..................................204
rotating ....................................205
safety practices .......................204
sidewall information ...............206
snow tires and chains ............212
spare tire .........................249, 251
terminology .............................199
tire grades ...............................199
treadwear ........................198, 203
Towing .......................................218
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