1999 Ford Crown Victoria Owners Manual

Before driving

Introduction

Instrumentation

Controls and features

Seating and safety restraints

Starting and driving

Starting

Driving

Roadside emergencies

Servicing

Maintenance and care

Capacities and specifications

Customer assistance

Reporting safety defects

Index

Contents

23

91

112

117

132

148

187

192

204

205

All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company.

Copyright r 1998 Ford Motor Company

Introduction

ICONS Indicates a safety alert. Read the following section on Warnings.

Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment. Indicates a message regarding child safety restraints. Refer to Seating and safety restraints for more information.

Indicates that this Owner Guide contains information on this subject. Please refer to the Index to locate the appropriate section which will provide you more information.

WARNINGS Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in.

INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation.

Introduction

SPECIAL NOTICES

Notice to owners of Severe Duty vehicles Before you drive your vehicle, be sure to read the “Severe Duty Owner’s Guide Supplement.” This book contains important operation and maintenance information.

Notice to owners of natural gas fueled vehicles Before you drive your vehicle, be sure to read the “Natural Gas Vehicle Owner’s Guide Supplement.” This book contains important operation and maintenance information.

Instrumentation

Instrument panel dimmer switch

(pg. 23)

Instrument cluster

(pg. 21)

Driver side air bag

(pg. 101)

Headlamp

control (pg. 23)

OD OFF

60 70

100

120

50
80

80

140

90

100

160

180

110
120

200

km/h MPH P R N D 2 1

BRAKE

TEMP

AIR SUSP

CHECK ENGINE

40
60

30
20
10

40

20

PANEL

DIM

0FF

AUTO LAMP

PUSH INTERIOR

R.DEF.

VOLTS

FUEL

< FUEL FILL DOOR

HI LO

ON

OFF

Rear window defroster

control (pg. 24)

Turn signal and

wiper/washer control

(pg. 66)

Speed control*

(pg. 68)

*If equipped

(w/overdrive button)

Gearshift

(pg. 125)

Instrumentation

Electronic sound system

(pg. 34)

OIL

RSM

SET ACC

COAST

VOL - PUSH ON

AM

FM

BASS

TREB

FM1

ST

SEEK

TUNE

SCAN

EJ

BAL

FADE

CLK

TAPE AMS

SIDE REW

1 - 2
FF

H M

OUTSIDE TEMP

AUTO

OFF

AUTOMATIC

MAX A/C

NORM A/C

VENT

FLOOR

FLR • DEF

DEF

HI

LO

Climate control systems

(pg. 25)

Traction control switch*

(pg. 120)

Clock (pg. 33)

Instrumentation

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Standard instrument cluster

TRAC CNTL

LOW FUEL

CHECK ENGINE

VOLTS

FUEL

< FUEL FILL DOOR

AIR SUSP

40

60

40

20

30
20
10

OD OFF

60 70

100

120

50

80

80

140

90

0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0000

MPH

km/h

100

160

180

200

110
120

BRAKE

AIR BAG

TEMP

OIL

Optional instrument cluster

LTR GAL TO

EMPTY

/21

CHECK ENGINE

SPEED CONTROL

AIR BAG

–

km km/h MPH

CHECK

AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF

DOOR AJAR

LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR

km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km

DIST TO EMPTY TRIP

AVG ECON TRIP

INST ECON AVG SPEED

P R N D 2 1

Low fuel Illuminates as an early reminder of a low fuel condition indicated on the fuel gauge. The light comes on when there is approximately 1/16th of a tank indicated on the fuel gauge (refer to Fuel Gauge in this chapter for more information). The ignition must be in the ON position for this lamp to illuminate. The lamp will also illuminate for several seconds after the ignition is turned to the ON position regardless of the fuel level.

LOW FUEL

Instrumentation

CHECK ENGINE

Check engine Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD II). This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle. The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the engine is started, one of the engine’s emission control systems may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing. Whatyoushoulddoifthecheckenginelightilluminates Light turns on solid: This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause your Check Engine light to illuminate. Examples are: 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.) 2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel. 3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened. These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and/or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Check Engine light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required. If the Check Engine light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.

Before driving

Introduction

Instrumentation

Controls and features

Seating and safety restraints

Starting and driving

Starting

Driving

Roadside emergencies

Servicing

Maintenance and care

Capacities and specifications

Customer assistance

Reporting safety defects

Index

Contents

23

91

112

117

132

148

187

192

204

205

All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company.

Copyright r 1998 Ford Motor Company

Introduction

ICONS Indicates a safety alert. Read the following section on Warnings.

Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment. Indicates a message regarding child safety restraints. Refer to Seating and safety restraints for more information.

Indicates that this Owner Guide contains information on this subject. Please refer to the Index to locate the appropriate section which will provide you more information.

WARNINGS Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in.

INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation.

Introduction

SPECIAL NOTICES

Notice to owners of Severe Duty vehicles Before you drive your vehicle, be sure to read the “Severe Duty Owner’s Guide Supplement.” This book contains important operation and maintenance information.

Notice to owners of natural gas fueled vehicles Before you drive your vehicle, be sure to read the “Natural Gas Vehicle Owner’s Guide Supplement.” This book contains important operation and maintenance information.

Instrumentation

Instrument panel dimmer switch

(pg. 23)

Instrument cluster

(pg. 21)

Driver side air bag

(pg. 101)

Headlamp

control (pg. 23)

OD OFF

60 70

100

120

50
80

80

140

90

100

160

180

110
120

200

km/h MPH P R N D 2 1

BRAKE

TEMP

AIR SUSP

CHECK ENGINE

40
60

30
20
10

40

20

PANEL

DIM

0FF

AUTO LAMP

PUSH INTERIOR

R.DEF.

VOLTS

FUEL

< FUEL FILL DOOR

HI LO

ON

OFF

Rear window defroster

control (pg. 24)

Turn signal and

wiper/washer control

(pg. 66)

Speed control*

(pg. 68)

*If equipped

(w/overdrive button)

Gearshift

(pg. 125)

Instrumentation

Electronic sound system

(pg. 34)

OIL

RSM

SET ACC

COAST

VOL - PUSH ON

AM

FM

BASS

TREB

FM1

ST

SEEK

TUNE

SCAN

EJ

BAL

FADE

CLK

TAPE AMS

SIDE REW

1 - 2
FF

H M

OUTSIDE TEMP

AUTO

OFF

AUTOMATIC

MAX A/C

NORM A/C

VENT

FLOOR

FLR • DEF

DEF

HI

LO

Climate control systems

(pg. 25)

Traction control switch*

(pg. 120)

Clock (pg. 33)

Instrumentation

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Standard instrument cluster

TRAC CNTL

LOW FUEL

CHECK ENGINE

VOLTS

FUEL

< FUEL FILL DOOR

AIR SUSP

40

60

40

20

30
20
10

OD OFF

60 70

100

120

50

80

80

140

90

0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0000

MPH

km/h

100

160

180

200

110
120

BRAKE

AIR BAG

TEMP

OIL

Optional instrument cluster

LTR GAL TO

EMPTY

/21

CHECK ENGINE

SPEED CONTROL

AIR BAG

–

km km/h MPH

CHECK

AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF

DOOR AJAR

LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR

km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km

DIST TO EMPTY TRIP

AVG ECON TRIP

INST ECON AVG SPEED

P R N D 2 1

Low fuel Illuminates as an early reminder of a low fuel condition indicated on the fuel gauge. The light comes on when there is approximately 1/16th of a tank indicated on the fuel gauge (refer to Fuel Gauge in this chapter for more information). The ignition must be in the ON position for this lamp to illuminate. The lamp will also illuminate for several seconds after the ignition is turned to the ON position regardless of the fuel level.

LOW FUEL

Instrumentation

CHECK ENGINE

Check engine Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD II). This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle. The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the engine is started, one of the engine’s emission control systems may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing. Whatyoushoulddoifthecheckenginelightilluminates Light turns on solid: This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause your Check Engine light to illuminate. Examples are: 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.) 2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel. 3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened. These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and/or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Check Engine light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required. If the Check Engine light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.