TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

SECTIONS

1 General Information

2 Wiring

3 Electrical

4 Installation Considerations

5 Trunk Mounting Considerations

6 Reference Information

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Introduction

Ford Motor Company has assembled this Police Interceptor Modifier Guide to assist vehicle modifiers in producing safe and quality products. Ford believes that safety and quality come first. To achieve customer satisfaction, we want to assist modifiers in achieving the highest standards of safety and quality in their products.

This book is divided into topics pertinent to modifiers of police vehicles. Reference is made to the current Ford Crown Victoria Workshop Manual for appropriate service procedures, torque specifications, component separation clearances, and other standard information which is common with the unmodified vehicle. Specifications which are unique to the guide are designated.

This modifier guide is not a “how-to” book; it should be used as a checklist to help make sure that certain important steps in the modification process are considered. While Ford is providing this information to assist modifiers, it does not warrant the products, methods, materials, or the workmanship of the modifier. Nor does it warrant against failures that result from the modification of a vehicle.

Following the guidelines contained in this guide does not assure individual modifiers that the products they modify comply with U.S. Federal or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards in effect at the time of the modification. The guidelines set forth are based on engineering analyses of typical police vehicles. If followed, the modifier's efforts in certifying vehicles to applicable standards should be aided. Compliance testing that may be required for certification of specific vehicle configurations or construction is, however, the sole responsibility of the individual modifier.

The only Crown Victoria models suitable for use in police service are the pursuit-related Police Interceptor (body code P71) and the Commercial Heavy Duty Use Long Wheel Base Crown Victoria (body code P70) with the optional police package.

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General Information

Contents

Section 1: General Information .....1-1
Important Safety Notice .....1-1
Police Vehicle Definition .....1-3
Identification Codes .....1-9
Vehicle Certification (VC) Label .....1-11
Good Practices .....1-15
New Vehicle Storage .....1-16
Bumper Heights .....1-17

Section 1: General Information

Important Safety Notice

Note: The descriptions and specifications contained in this guide were in effect at the time this manual was approved for printing. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to discontinue models at any time, or change specifications or design without notice and without incurring obligation.

Appropriate repair methods and procedures are essential for the safe, reliable operation of all motor vehicles as well as the personal safety of the individual doing the work. This manual provides general directions and guidelines for performing modifications to the Police Interceptor. Following them will help assure reliability.

There are numerous variations in procedures, techniques, tools, and parts for modifying vehicles, as well as in the skill of the individual doing the work. This manual cannot possibly anticipate all such variations and provide advice or cautions as to each. Accordingly, anyone who departs from the instructions provided in this manual must first establish that he compromises neither his personal safety nor the vehicle integrity by his choice of methods, tools or parts.

Section 1: General Information

Notes. Cautions. and Warnings

As you read through this guide, you will come across NOTES, CAUTIONS and WARNINGS. Each one is there for a specific purpose. NOTES give you added information that will help you to complete a particular procedure. CAUTIONS are given to prevent you from making an error that could damage the vehicle. WARNINGS remind you to be especially careful in those areas where carelessness can cause you personal injury. The following list contains some general warnings that you should follow when you work on a vehicle.

WARNING:

• If the vehicle is equipped with the Ford Fire Suppression System, refer to Section 4 for important safety warnings.

• Always wear safety glasses for eye protection.

• Use safety stands whenever a procedure requires you to be under the vehicle.

• Make sure that the ignition switch is always in the OFF position, unless otherwise required by the procedure.

• Set the parking brake when working on the vehicle. The gear selector should be set in PARK unless instructed otherwise for a specific operation. Place wood blocks (4 inch x 4 inch or larger) against the front and rear surfaces of the tires to help prevent the vehicle from moving.

• Operate the engine only in a well-ventilated area to avoid the danger of carbon monoxide poisoning.

• Keep yourself and your clothing away from moving parts when the engine is running, especially the drive belts.

• To reduce the risk of serious burns, avoid contact with hot metal parts such as the radiator, exhaust manifold, tailpipe, catalytic converter and muffler.

• Do not smoke while working on a vehicle.

• To reduce the risk of injury, always remove rings, watches, loose hanging jewelry and loose clothing before beginning to work