2010 LINCOLN TOWN CAR TPMS

Low Tire
Pressure
Warning LightPossible
causeCustomer Action Required
Flashing Warning
LightSpare tire in
useYour temporary spare tire is in use.
(This includes the optional full-sized
matching wheel and tire). Repair the
damaged road wheel and re-mount it
on the vehicle to restore system
functionality. For a description of
how the system functions under
these conditions, refer toWhen
your temporary spare tire is
installedin this section.
TPMS
malfunctionIf your tires are properly inflated
and your spare tire is not in use and
the TPMS warning light still flashes,
have the system inspected by your
authorized dealer.
When inflating your tires
When putting air into your tires (such as at a gas station or in your
garage), the Tire Pressure Monitoring System may not respond
immediately to the air added to your tires.
It may take up to two minutes of driving over 20 mph (32 km/h) for the
light to turn OFF after you have filled your tires to the recommended
inflation pressure.
How temperature affects your tire pressure
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) monitors tire pressure in
each pneumatic tire. While driving in a normal manner, a typical
passenger tire inflation pressure may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi
(14 to 28 kPa) from a cold start situation. If the vehicle is stationary
over night with the outside temperature significantly lower than the
daytime temperature, the tire pressure may decrease approximately 3 psi
(21 kPa) for a drop of 30° F (17°C) in ambient temperature. This lower
pressure value may be detected by the TPMS as being significantly lower
than the recommended inflation pressure and activate the TPMS warning
for low tire pressure. If the low tire pressure warning light is ON, visually
check each tire to verify that no tire is flat. (If one or more tires are flat,
repair as necessary.) Check air pressure in the road tires. If any tire is
under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where
air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended
inflation pressure.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
201 Micro relay A/C clutch
202 — Not used
203 Micro relay Ignition coil
204 Micro relay PCM
205 — Not used
206 Micro relay Fuel
207 — Not used
208 — Not used
209 Micro relay Horn
301 Mini relay Starter
302 Mini relay RASM (Air compressor)
303 Mini relay Blower
304 Mini relay Rear defroster
501 — Not used
502 Diode Reverse battery
503 Diode Horn, Door latch
601 20A Circuit
BreakerPower seats, driver seat module
602 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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tire with a road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing of
the flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor for
damage.
WARNING:The use of tire sealants may damage your Tire
Pressure Monitoring System and should not be used.
WARNING:Refer toTire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
in theTires, Wheels and Loadingchapter for important
information. If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, it
will no longer function.
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information
WARNING:Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an
increased risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death.
If you have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel, then it is intended for
temporary use only. This means that if you need to use it, you should
replace it as soon as possible with a road tire/wheel that is the same size
and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by
Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be
replaced rather than repaired.
A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as a spare tire and/or wheel that
is different in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels
and can be one of three types:
1.T-type mini-spare:This spare tire begins with the letter “T” for tire
size and may have “Temporary Use Only” molded in the sidewall
2.Full-size dissimilar spare with label on wheel:This spare tire has
a label on the wheel that states: “THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FOR
TEMPORARY USE ONLY”
When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above,do not:
•Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h)
•Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the
Safety Compliance Label
•Tow a trailer
•Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare
tire
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Full-size Matching Spare Tire/Wheel Information
This spare tire/wheel will match the road tire/wheel. When driving with
the full size matching spare tire/wheel, do not exceed 70 mph
(113 km/h). It is intended for temporary use only. This means if you
need to use it, you should replace it as soon as possible.
Tire change procedure
Note:If your vehicle is equipped with the tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS), the system indicator light will illuminate when the spare
is in use. To restore the full functionality of the TPMS system, all road
wheels equipped with the tire pressure monitoring sensors must be
mounted on the vehicle
If your vehicle is equipped with TPMS, have a flat tire serviced by an
authorized dealer in order to prevent damage to the TPMS sensor, refer
toTire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)in theTires, Wheels and
Loadingchapter. Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as
possible.
WARNING:When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the
transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or
slipping off the jack, even if the vehicle is in P (Park).
WARNING:To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you
change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in
both directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and
end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed.
WARNING:If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else
could be seriously injured.
WARNING:Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to
avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the
wheel.
Note:Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is
being jacked.
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Power trunk ..........................74, 76
Power Windows ...........................57
R
Radio ......................................26, 31
Rear window defroster ...............41
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................131
Relays ........................................199
Remote entry system .................81
illuminated entry ......................86
locking/unlocking doors ...........82
opening the trunk .....................83
panic alarm ...............................83
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................85
replacing the batteries .............84
Reverse sensing system ...........193
Roadside assistance ..................197
S
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) ....103, 106,
108–111
Safety Canopy ...........................126
Safety defects, reporting ..........228
Safety restraints ...............103, 106,
108–111
Belt-Minder...........................112
extension assembly ................111
for adults .........................108–111
for children .............................129
lap belt ....................................108
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................104
warning light and chime ........112Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................138
Safety seats for children ..........133
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................273
Seats ............................................95
child safety seats ....................133
easy access/easyout
feature .....................................102
heated ......................................100
memory seat .....................84, 102
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ..........................................87
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................89
Servicing your vehicle ..............236
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................268, 272
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................269
Speed control ..............................60
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......181
Starting your vehicle ........179–181
jump starting ..........................215
Steering wheel
controls ......................................63
tilting .........................................54
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................54
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....163
Tires ...........................148–149, 206
alignment ................................156
care ..........................................152
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