2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR Rear brake light

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Safety Alert
See Owner’s Guide
Fasten Safety BeltAirbag - Front
Airbag - SideChild Seat Lower
Anchor
Child Seat Tether
AnchorBrake System
Anti-Lock Brake SystemParking Brake System
Brake Fluid -
Non-Petroleum BasedParking Aid System
Stability Control SystemSpeed Control
Master Lighting SwitchHazard Warning Flasher
Fog Lamps-FrontFuse Compartment
Fuel Pump ResetWindshield Wash/Wipe
Windshield
Defrost/DemistRear Window
Defrost/Demist
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Introduction
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Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the following chart. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an
“E” for Europe to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern
and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly
or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn
time.
Function Trade Number
Headlamp (HI beam) 9005
Headlamp (LOW beam)* H7
Park and turn lamp (front) 3457 AK
Sidemarker (front) 168
Backup lamp 3156 K
Stop, tail, turn and sidemarker lamp (rear) 3157 K
Cornering lamp 3156 K
License plate lamp 168
High-mount brakelamp - Stop** LED Assembly
Luggage compartment lamp 212-2
Map lamp 578
Visor vanity lamp - Slide on Rail system
(SOR)37
Rear grab handle reading lamps 578
Door courtesy lamp 904
Glove compartment 194
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer.
* For vehicles with HID lamps, see your authorized dealer for service.
** When replacing the center high mount stop lamp assembly, see your
authorized dealer for service.
Replacing the interior bulbs
Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.
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The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the available
amount of cargo and luggage load capacity:
•Another example for your vehicle with 1,400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo and
luggage capacity. You decide to go golfing. Is there enough load
capacity to carry you, 4 of your friends and all the golf bags? You and
four friends average 220 lb. (99 kg) each and the golf bags weigh
approximately 30 lb. (13.5 kg) each. The calculation would be: 1,400 -
(5 x 220) - (5 x 30) = 1,400 - 1,100 - 150 = 150 lb. Yes, you have
enough load capacity in your vehicle to transport four friends and
your golf bags. In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kg - (5 x
99 kg) - (5 x 13.5 kg) = 635 - 495 - 67.5 = 72.5 kg.
•A final example for your vehicle with 1,400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo and
luggage capacity. You and one of your friends decide to pick up
cement from the local home improvement store to finish that patio
you have been planning for the past 2 years. Measuring the inside of
the vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for
12-100 lb. (45 kg) bags of cement. Do you have enough load capacity
to transport the cement to your home? If you and your friend each
weigh 220 lb. (99 kg), the calculation would be: 1,400 - (2 x 220) -
(12 x 100) = 1,400 - 440 - 1,200 = - 240 lb. No, you do not have
enough cargo capacity to carry that much weight. In metric units, the
calculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 99 kg) - (12 x 45 kg) = 635 - 198 -
540 = -103 kg. You will need to reduce the load weight by at least
240 lb. (104 kg). If you remove 3-100 lb. (45 kg) cement bags, then
the load calculation would be:
1,400 - (2 x 220) - (9 x 100) = 1,400 - 440 - 900 = 60 lb. Now you
have the load capacity to transport the cement and your friend home.
In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 99 kg) - (9 x
45 kg) = 635 - 198 - 405 = 32 kg.
The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your
vehicle in a manner that does not overload the Front or the Rear Gross
Axle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance
Certification Label found on the edge of the driver’s door.
TRAILER TOWING
Your vehicle is classified as a light duty towing vehicle. Do not tow a
trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km).
Note: The L-series Town Car (extended length) is NOT rated for towing.
Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle’s engine,
transmission, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components
carefully after towing.
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AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
The air suspension system is designed to improve ride, handling and
general vehicle performance during:
•Certain road conditions
•Steering maneuvers
•Braking
•Accelerations
This system keeps the rear of your vehicle at a constant level by
automatically adding air or releasing air from the springs.
If you exceed the load limit, the rear air suspension may not operate.
The air suspension shut-off switch is
located on the left side of the trunk.
If this switch is in the OFF/LOCK
position, the rear air suspension will
not operate.
WARNING:On vehicles
equipped with air
suspension, turn off the air
suspension switch prior to jacking,
hoisting or towing your vehicle.
Normal vehicle operation does not require any action by the driver.
TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED)
This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when
one wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under normal conditions, the
Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle. The axle may
exhibit a slight noise or vibration in tight turns with low vehicle speed.
This is normal behavior and indicates the axle is working.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION
Brake-shift interlock
This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that prevents
the gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition is
in the ON position unless brake pedal is depressed.
If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in
the ON position and the brake pedal depressed, it is possible that a fuse
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The radar sensor is located behind the rear bumper/fascia. Always
keep the rear bumper/fascia free from snow, ice and large
accumulations of dirt. These elements may cause the system to
operate inaccurately.
If the vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving
it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing
inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
If driving through deep or standing
water is unavoidable, proceed very
slowly especially when the depth is
not known. Never drive through
water that is higher than the bottom
of the wheel rims (for cars) or the
bottom of the hubs (for trucks).
When driving through water, traction or brake capability may be limited.
Also, water may enter your engine’s air intake and severely damage your
engine or your vehicle may stall.Driving through deep water where
the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the
transmission and cause internal transmission damage.
Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your
vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
9 7.5A Mirror switch illumination, Door
lock switch illumination, Heated
seat switch illumination,
Electrochromatic mirror
10 15A Hazards
11 15A Turn signal
12 15A Audio
13 10A Extended rear park aide module,
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS),
Cluster
14 15A Adjustable pedals, Delayed
accessory relay coil
15 10A Dual Automatic Temperature
Control (DATC) module
16 20A Cigar lighter, OBD II
17 10A A/C cycle switch, Heated seat
modules
18 15A LCM (Interior lighting)
19 7.5A Driver’s Door Module (DDM)
switches, PDM, Power mirrors,
DSM, DDM, PATS LED
20 10A LCM (Right-hand low beam)
21 10A Analog clock, LCM (Illumination)
22 10A LCM (Left-hand low beam)
23 10A LCM
24 15A LCM (High beams), Multi-function
switch (Flash-to-pass)
25 10A DATC module, Cluster
26 15A LCM (Park lamps, cornering
lamps, license lamps)
27 — Not used
28 7.5A Brake signal, LCM (BTSI), ABS
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
K201 Micro relay A/C clutch
K202 — Not used
K203 Micro relay Ignition coil
K204 Micro relay PCM
K205 — Not used
K206 Micro relay Fuel
K207 — Not used
K208 — Not used
K209 Micro relay Horn
K301 Mini relay Starter
K302 Mini relay RASM (Air compressor)
K303 Mini relay Blower
K304 Mini relay Rear defroster
D501 — Not used
D502 Diode Reverse battery
D503 Diode Horn, Door latch
CB601 20A Circuit
BreakerPower seats, driver seat module
CB602 20A Circuit
BreakerDelayed accessory relay for
windows, audio
* Mini Fuses ** Cartridge Fuses
CHANGING THE TIRES
If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly
and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
Note:The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light will
illuminate when the spare tire is in use. To restore the full functionality
of the monitoring system, all road wheels equipped with tire pressure
monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle.
Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage
to the TPMS sensors, refer toTire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS)in theTires, Wheels and Loadingchapter. Replace the spare
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A
Accessory delay ..........................49
Air cleaner filter ...............257–258
Air suspension ...........................178
description ..............................178
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................112–113, 122
and child safety seats ............115
description ......................113, 122
disposal ....................................124
driver airbag ....................115, 123
indicator light .................122, 124
operation .........................115, 123
passenger airbag .............115, 123
side airbag ...............................122
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................235
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................174
Anti-theft system ..................85, 89
arming the system ....................89
disarming a triggered system ..89
Audio system (see Radio) ...17, 22
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................180
fluid, adding ............................255
fluid, checking ........................255
fluid, refill capacities ..............260
fluid, specification ..................260
Auxiliary power point .................46
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........260
refill capacities ........................260
traction lok ..............................178
B
Battery .......................................233acid, treating emergencies .....233
jumping a disabled battery ....203
maintenance-free ....................233
replacement, specifications ...258
servicing ..................................233
Belt-Minder.............................108
Booster seats .............................126
Brakes ........................................173
anti-lock ...................................174
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................174
fluid, checking and adding ....255
fluid, specifications .................260
lubricant specifications ..........260
shift interlock ..........................178
Bulbs ............................................37
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....260
Cell phone use ..............................7
Changing a tire .........................195
Child safety restraints ..............125
child safety belts ....................125
Child safety seats ......................129
attaching with tether straps ..133
in front seat ............................130
in rear seat ..............................130
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................126
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............221
instrument panel ....................222
interior .....................................223
plastic parts ............................221
washing ....................................219
waxing .....................................220
wheels ......................................220
wiper blades ............................222
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