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Ford Falcon Fairlane AU Series 1998 2002 Haynes Service Repair Manual
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Engines covered by this manual: 4.0L Six-cylinder engines. Please note: This manual DOES NOT include information specific to V8 and LPG models. .Inside this manual you will find: Routine Maintenance, tune-up procedures, engine repair, cooling and heating, air-conditioning, fuel and exhaust, emissions control, ignition, brakes, suspension and steering, electrical systems and wiring diagrams.Haynes repair manuals can save you money on maintenance and repair bills. Step-by-step procedures and illustrations guide you through every job, from basic maintenance and troubleshooting, to complete teardown rebuild.
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The Ford Falcon (AU) was a full-size vehicle which was generated by Ford Australian Continent from 1998 to 2002. It had been the very first version of this sixth generation Ford Falcon and also included the Ford Fairmont (AU)---the luxury-oriented model range. The AU sets changed the EL Falcon constructed in the past generation design, and was replaced by the updated BA show.
Independent suspension are an extensive term for almost any vehicle suspension program which allows each wheel for a passing fancy axle to go vertically (for example. reacting to a bump when you look at the path) by themselves of each and every other. This really is compared with a beam axle or deDion axle program where tires tend to be connected -- motion using one side impacts the wheel on the other hand. Observe that "independent" refers to the motion or course of activity of wheels/suspension. It is common when it comes to left and best edges associated with the suspension system becoming connected with anti-roll bars or any other such mechanisms. The anti-roll club ties the left and best suspension spring rate collectively but doesn't connect their movement collectively.
Most modern motors posses independent front suspension (IFS). Many motors supply an unbiased back suspension system (IRS). IRS, while the name implies, has the rear tires on their own sprung. A completely independent suspension system features an unbiased suspension system on all wheels. Some very early separate systems put swing axles, but modern techniques incorporate Chapman or MacPherson struts, trailing arms, multilink, or wishbones.
Separate suspension system usually provides best ride quality and managing qualities, because lower unsprung pounds therefore the ability of every wheel to address the street undisturbed by tasks associated with the various other wheel regarding the car. Independent suspension system need additional manufacturing energy and expenditure in development versus a beam or real time axle arrangement. A tremendously complex IRS option also can result in higher production expenses.
The primary reason for reduced unsprung weight relative to a real time axle design is that, for driven tires, the differential unit does not form area of the unsprung components of the suspension system system. Alternatively its often bolted straight to the vehicle's framework or higher generally to a subframe.
The general motion amongst the tires additionally the differential try attained by using swinging driveshafts linked via universal (U) bones, analogous on constant-velocity (CV) joints found in front wheel drive automobiles.
The AU show ended up being conceived under "Project Eagle" that started in February 1993, and gained the official codename "EA169" in October 1994. It was developed and delivered to market in 1998 just after Ford Australia have provided consideration to a refurbished 5th generation Falcon and a completely brought in substitution like the United states front-wheel drive Ford Taurus or rear-wheel drive Ford top Victoria, the European rear wheel-drive Scorpio and, reportedly, even Japanese rear-wheel drive Mazda 929 (after that area of the Ford conglomerate).
Cutaways for the 1998 Ford Fairmont (AU) Ghia
The aforementioned alternatives are eradicated in preference of a considerable redesign associated with indigenous system, because of problems in regards to the Australian marketplace preference for large towing capability, big inside dimensions and local work. Specific issue included, for example: analysis during the time suggested that 69% of Falcons are fitted with towbars while the perception that rear-wheel drive cars are much better at towing; the truth that the import brands had restricted human body style alternatives (sedan just or sedan and truck) and no capability to utilize a V8 system.
Stylistically, this latest generation Falcon sported Ford's radically latest worldwide design language, labelled "unique side". The aim of this build was to attract a more youthful generation of purchasers with avant-garde looks, but in Australian Continent they polarized public-opinion into good thing about the more organically created rival, the 1997 Holden Commodore (VT). The AU series had a tremendously efficient drag coefficient of Cd=0.29 the sedan (an 11per cent improvement on the preceding EL show) and 0.34 when it comes to wagon.
For the first time in Falcon's history, Independent backside suspension system (IRS) became offered as standard on some brands and recommended on others. In addition it showcased Australian manufacturing firsts, including Variable Cam Timing (VCT) on some 6-cylinder versions and an adaptive automatic transmission from the superior T series with steering wheel equipment moving buttons.
Key adjustment from fifth generation Falcon included a 35 kg (77 pound) reduction in fat for base automobile, 17.5 per cent stiffer bodyshell, and an eight per cent enhancement in fuel intake. Peculiarly, Ford Australia made a decision to make use of the original 1950's font when it comes to new "Falcon" and "Futura" badges.
As previously mentioned earlier, the AU is the first Falcon to offer IRS (a dual wishbone build on an isolated subframe) as well as its 6-cylinder machines particularly, included advanced features like VCT on some systems and a heat sensor when you look at the cylinder head, which recognized coolant reduction and let the automobile to "limp homes" safely by cutting cylinders. The engine number comprised: the beds base Intech model creating 157 kW (which was carried over from EL show however now using the earlier higher level electronic functions); an "HP" version reserved towards the XR6 making 164 kW (because of: unique cylinder mind; reshaped inlet interface; redesigned exhaust interface; 'open' burning chamber shape to limit pre-detonation from hot spot areas; unique camshaft; greater gas stress; recalibrated EEC V-engine management program); the VCT version creating 172 kW for XR6 VCT; a "Windsor" V8 making 185 kW (additionally carried more than from the EL show but without major updates).
Transmissions were improved for best move feeling together with automobile was recalibrated to raised match the enhanced machines. The six and eight cylinder versions had a 4-speed BTR M93LE and M97LE automated transmissions, correspondingly for the six and eight-cylinder models, respectively. The automatic XR series models had an "adaptive change" with five shifting strategies based on operating problems. The handbook transmission, are readily available, ended up being a 5-speed BTR T5 design.
This program cost A0 million before goods establish and key staff included chief fashion designer, Steve Park, and Marcus Hotblack, management of home design.
AU (1999--2003)
Ford Fairlane (AU II) Ghia
2000--2003 Ford AU II LTD
Ford introduced its "brand new Edge" look to the AU series Fairlane in February 1999, with some success, though the EA169 platform ended up being considered a flop, permitting competing Holden to overtake the organization into the purchases of full-size automobiles. The AU LTD was released two months later in-may.
The AU Fairlane and LTD versions are the very first long-wheelbase sedans to share with you a model rule with the Falcon. That they had Lincoln city vehicles styling cues, especially all over C-pillar. The range was pared back once again to only two versions, the Fairlane Ghia as well as the LTD, although a limited-edition Fairlane Millennium Ghia has also been available in January 2000. The flagship LTD design ended up being shipped to Fiji and to their conventional export marketplace, New Zealand. A small amount of LTDs were shipped to your United Kingdom, in which these people were changed into hearses and limousines.
a high-performance variant of the AU Fairlane was released in 1999 since the FTE TL50. Its even more rates version could be the T3 (on the basis of the Falcon AU III) of which only three had been created.
Ford introduced forth changes into Falcon and Fairlane varies whenever marketplace recognition of brand new automobiles proved bad in July 2000. The 2001 model season AU II systems featured some improvements, and another limited version was provided: the 75th Anniversary Ghia in October, with similar system alternatives as prior to. The Sportsman Ghia was revived in March 2001 and lasted for longer than one design season this time, continuing to be in the range to the end of 2002.
Show I (AU)
The first variety of the AU Falcon was released in September 1998 and remained for sale until a significant improvement in April 2000. It absolutely was marketed in new slogan "you have come a long way baby".
The conventional AU number included:
Falcon Fort, 4.0L, "Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan/Wagon, 157 kW, 357Nm -- to rival the Holden Commodore manager
Falcon Fort, 5.0L, "Windsor" V8, Sedan, 175 kW, 395Nm -- because above
Falcon S, 4.0L, "Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan, 157 kW, 357Nm -- to rival Holden Commodore S
Falcon Futura, 4.0L, "Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan/Wagon, 157 kW, 357Nm -- to rival the Holden Commodore Acclaim
Fairmont, 4.0L, "Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan/Wagon, 157 kW, 357Nm -- to rival the Holden Berlina
Fairmont Ghia, 4.0L, "Intech VCT" 6-cyl, Sedan, 168 kW, 370Nm -- to rival the Holden Calais
Fairmont Ghia, 5.0L, "Windsor" V8, Sedan, 175 kW, 395Nm -- as above
Falcon XR6, 4.0L, "HP Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan, 164 kW, 366Nm (a Falcon S with a solid back axle and XR fixtures)
Falcon XR6 VCT, 4.0L, "Intech VCT" 6-cyl, Sedan, 172 kW, 374Nm
Falcon XR8, 5.0L, "Windsor" V8, Sedan, 185 kW, 412Nm -- to rival the Holden Commodore SS.
Tickford Vehicle Engineering, is responsible for the XR designs that carried the "Tickford" wings badge. From July 1999, the newly formed Ford Tickford Experience (FTE) established the following higher-specification and performance T show (T1) systems:
TE50, 5.0L, "Synergy 5000" V8, Sedan, 200 kW, 420Nm
TS50, 5.0L, "Synergy 5000" V8, Sedan, 220 kW, 435Nm, automated only.
The new Fort model ended up being the substitution for the old GLi designation. It absolutely was designed and promoted to entice to fleet buyers including young motorists. When new, the automobile ended up being competitively coming in at A,690 with automatic transmission and air cooling (at the time an alternative on the other Australian-made competitors) installed as standard.
The more 'up-spec' model ended up being known as the Falcon Futura, that was sold as a family-oriented protection bundle in identical vogue whilst the competing Holden Commodore Acclaim. The Futura differed through the Fort in creating a body coloured grille, standard abdominal muscles, Cruise controls, alloy rims and an electronic digital clock fitted in the center system (series I only). The cost of the car when latest was A,990.
The Ford Falcon S (for recreations) sedan was also based on the Fort but created as an entry-level sports edition. It obtained this through additional services such body-coloured grille, alloy tires, S decals regarding back quarters and bootlid, non-IRS sports suspension and increased degree spoiler. The colour options had been restricted to Hot Chilli Red, fluid gold, Dynamic White, Galaxy (Metallic azure) and Silhouette (Ebony).
The Fairmont had been the basic level luxury style of the AU number to face-off its biggest opponent, the Holden Berlina. They have the fixtures for the Futura but included extras like a honeycomb grille, an 80-second headlamp off delay, lumber grain-look dash inserts, unique 15" tires, twin horns, Fairmont badging on the boot cover and an analogue clock. The Fairmont had been available in sedan and station truck bodystyles. Above the Fairmont was the Fairmont Ghia, that was the best non-performance requirements design into the number and sedan only. They had further properties that included unique rims and more wood grain-look dash inserts. Fairmont & Fairmont Ghia versions weren't badged as Falcons.
The XR show was the high performance end for the number. It initially comprised the XR6 HP, XR6 VCT, and XR8 products all revealing an original quad-lamp front side bumper club and non-high end bonnet. All show I XR's might have a choice of the full Tickford bodykit and unique bi-wing back spoiler.
Regarding protection products, the Futura, XR and Fairmont products all had abdominal muscles brakes besides a motorist's side airbag, which was truly the only biggest safety function in the Falcon S and Fort. The brake system featured 287x24 mm ventilated front side disks and 287x10.5 mm solid rear disks.
External design differentiation had been accomplished through the usage of different grilles and bonnets (lowest bonnet and vertical "waterfall" grille on Fort, horizontal solitary bar on Futura, integrated quad-lamp bumper club and grille on XR activities number; large bonnet and large grille on Fairmont range) plus standard fixtures such various alloy wheel build, back light clusters (clear change indicators on Fairmont), system colour-coordination and chrome fittings. The wagons showcased a new rear-end in accordance with the earlier generation Falcons. Around, the Fairmont and XR design showcased full instrumentation (oils and power yards) additionally the Fairmont twins additionally followed another dashboard. As opposed to the standard Falcon featuring a large oval pod including ac and stereo, the true luxury twin featured a 2-level shared with the long-wheelbase AU Fairlane/LTD, with a different top degree featuring a woodgrain-like trim across towards the traveler side that incorporated an analogue time clock, travel computer and environment control.
Just the Fairmont Ghia and Falcon XR6 VCT showcased "Intech" engines created by Tickford automobile manufacturing with adjustable valve timing. IRS was installed as traditional in the Falcon XR6 VCT, XR8 and Fairmont Ghia, and optional of all other sedan models; the XR designs becoming truly the only people which could be fitted with a small slide differential.
Despite competitive pricing and high traditional products in accordance with their rivals, especially for this new entry Fort, business for the AU couldn't complement those associated with the previous model, the EL Falcon. It was partially due to insufficient passion by users when it comes to "New advantage" styling, alteration of fleet sale rates plus the lasting decline in the market for large cars.
In-may 1999, the AU range gotten a minor modify, presenting a larger braking system booster, front energy microsoft windows for Fort and XR6 and bringing down the rear suspension system of non-XR variations by 24 mm. To increase their interior high quality, the Fort had been offered with 'medium graphite' indoor trim (somewhat deeper than initially) in addition to patterned seat information is changed from the bolsters towards the seat centers. Purchasers had been in addition able to order the darker 'warm charcoal' colour scheme of various other Falcon alternatives.
Really the only minimal edition launched with this initial series, had been the Falcon Vintage of June 1999 marketed till October 1999 to enhance deals. It inherited an egg-crate grille through the non-XR Utility range, dual airbags, ABS brakes, cruise controls, enhanced speakers, a "warm charcoal" indoor, power aerial, special trim, 15-inch alloys, low profile back spoiler, bumper inserts and status paint. Their suggested retail price ended up being A,690.
Energy
The number of AU Falcon Utility cars was released in June 1999. It offered Falcon XL, XLS, XR6 and XR8 design part energy products, a cab-chassis design and a cab-chassis with factory installed drop-side tray. The latter ended up being the very first tray utility vehicle that Ford Australia had created for many years.
The body associated with the AU Falcon energy differed in build from competing Holden Ute in that the cargo tray is split from taxi, whereas the tray ended up being an integral part of your body shell inside Holden. Consequently, this let the rear to just accept various after markets body sort, including tray decks, provider systems, and camper van shells. Unlike the sedan, the AU Falcon energy cars were quite popular.
Show II (AU II)
Many of these issues are dealt with utilizing the AU Series II (April 2000). They included:
the "high series" raised bonnet from Fairmont brands
a more old-fashioned and typical front side grille when it comes to amount Fort and Futura number
boost depth and width the back bumper
a laminated firewall, increasing under-carpet asphalting and hydraulic motor mounts to cut back NVH
enhanced braking system (as step-by-step below)
16" tires (in lieu of the previous 15 because of the larger twin-piston calipers)
decreased ground clearance with brand new surprise absorbers and low-friction ball-joints
top quality indoor plastic materials (example. less oval central dashboard pod with silver shows)
standard cloth (in lieu of vinyl finishes) and deeper "warm charcoal" interiors
uprated noise techniques
upgraded SmartShield security system with a transponder located in the secret (in lieu of the last SmartLock which could maybe not stop thefts with copied keys)
standard front airbags throughout the number.
Human body power increases, directed at increasing occupant security and Falcon's score inside independent NCAP crash test system, are additionally attained. Into the stated tests, they received a three-star mature occupant protection rating with a score of 24.2 as well as in the offset crash test, it absolutely was found that there was clearly a minimal chance of problems for all human body areas (including the driver's foot and lower leg because of extortionate brake pedal motion). New safety services included a passenger airbag and seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters on front chairs throughout the range. Wagons were installed with a three-point lap-sash rear centre seatbelt, because of the retractor built-into the chair back.
The braking system today featured thicker front and back disks, twin-piston aluminium-headed front calipers, bigger non-asbestos brake pads, larger master cylinder and an increased capability booster. The discs were now ventilated 287x28 mm at the front and solid 287x16 mm at the back. The XR6 VCT and XR8 are additionally readily available with an optional Tickford premiums Brake setup that brought 329 mm grooved front side brake disks with twin-piston C4 calipers.
Additional features included the development of a 100 watt stereo with single-slot CD athlete, adjustable intermittent wipers and door lock/unlock option regarding instrument panel while the gear improvement (such as for instance standard air-con, front power windows and automated transmission) from the entry Fort design, to shrug down initial impressions the lower budget perception linked to the first AU show. Also throughout the number, Ford today supplied 3-years or 60,000 km worth of scheduled servicing included in the cost.
The conventional show II range included:
Falcon Fort, 4.0L, "Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan/Wagon, 157 kW, 357Nm
Falcon Fort, 5.0L, "Windsor" V8, Sedan, 175 kW, 395Nm
Falcon S, 4.0L, "Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan, 157 kW, 357Nm
Falcon Futura, 4.0L, "Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan/Wagon, 157 kW, 357Nm
Fairmont, 4.0L, "Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan/Wagon, 157 kW, 357Nm
Fairmont Ghia, 4.0L, "Intech VCT" 6-cyl, Sedan, 168 kW, 370Nm
Fairmont Ghia, 5.0L, "Windsor" V8, Sedan, 175 kW, 395Nm
Falcon XR6, 4.0L, "Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan, 164 kW, 366Nm
Falcon XR6 VCT, 4.0L, "Intech VCT" 6-cyl, Sedan, 172 kW, 374Nm
Falcon XR8, 5.0L, "Windsor" V8, Sedan, 200 kW, 420Nm (to April 2001)
Falcon XR8, 5.0L, "Windsor" V8, Sedan, 220 kW, 435Nm (from might 2001).
As in the list above, the engine number stayed largely in the beginning, except for increased result when it comes to XR8 as well as the introduction, from July 2000, of a separate LPG engine, marketed because the "Intech E-Gas". It had a single-point, venturi-style carburetor as opposed to sequential shot as per the petrol machines. Other variations included: various spark plugs, inductive high tension prospects and an original motor management processor. The sedans had been installed with a 92-litre LPG cylinder, while wagons have 115 litre cylinders.
Sedan-based limited editions included the: X-Pack (a Fort improvement with either two ROH alloy wheel design from the Ford accessories line as standard and original XR back wing), SR (Fort-based S successor today with abdominal muscles), Futura Vintage, Futura & Fairmont Ghia 75th Anniversary sedans (to commemorate Ford Australia's birth in 1925), XR8 Rebel (featuring a finite version Ford race bodykit, 18-inch tires, MOMO controls and gear shift and a Sony Playstation2).
Enhancing the X-Pack, in belated 2000 Stillwell Ford dealers in Southern Australian Continent launched a Sportryder variation, which added an enhanced and decreased sport suspension utilizing Pedders elements plus in your area sourced CSA alloy rims for A,990.
The Falcon Utility show II number included the XL, XLS, XR and XR8 with restricted editions like (by respective base model): Tradesman (XL); recreations Edition and Marlin (XLS); Pursuit (XR).
The FTE T2 number comprised:
TE50, 5.0L, "Synergy 5000" V8, Sedan, 220 kW, 435Nm
TS50, 5.0L, ""Synergy 5000" V8, Sedan, 220 kW, 435Nm.
The Ford Fairlane and LTD is full size luxury motors that were stated in a series of versions by Ford Australian Continent between 1959 (with all the LTD commencing manufacturing in 1973) and 2007.
From 1959 to 1964, the Fairlane is a locally assembled type of the United states Ford Fairlane which have taken their name from Henry Ford's estate, Fair Lane, near Dearborn, Michigan. This was Ford Australia's top-of-the-range design until replaced by an Australian-assembled form of the full size United states Ford Galaxie. In 1967, Ford Australia reintroduced the Fairlane, now as an Australian-developed, luxury, long-wheelbase form of their popular Falcon, placed between your Falcon in addition to Galaxie. The in your area assembled Galaxie evolved in to the LTD that was itself changed in 1973 by an Australian-developed, Fairlane-based model, also referred to as the Ford LTD. In North America, unlike its designation in Australia, it had been perhaps not considered an extravagance vehicle. In Australia, "LTD" initially endured for "Lincoln kind Design", although Ford Australia later promoted a connection using the definition "brief".
The Fairlane and LTD competed available on the market with all the Holden Brougham (1968--1971), the Statesman (1971--1984) and later aided by the Holden Statesman and Caprice (1990--2007).
Ford created the Fairlane/LTD at Campbellfield, Victoria, and Eagle Farm, Queensland, during the early ages. Until around March/April 1978 using the future release of the Ford Falcon (XD) and its types, Ford consolidated Falcon manufacturing at Campbellfield and Fairlane/LTD manufacturing to Eagle Farm. Across the launch of the new generation through the EA Falcon period (1988), Eagle Farm stopped make of cars and just produced heavier vehicles until their closing in 1998.
Show III (AU III)
This best AU-based Falcon is delivered within Sydney Motorshow in November 2001, by shock
The Falcon's show III number reflected compared to the AU II, aside from:
the discontinuance of Falcon S
the bottom Falcon XR6 today furthermore installed with VCT (but a detuned 168 kW (225 hp) variation utilising the Fairmont Ghia's exhaust program to distinguish it through the higher-spec XR6 VCT)
a restricted edition Falcon XR6 VCT Sprint (with exclusive Ford race bodykit from the XR8 Rebel)
a Falcon XR8 quest 250 Utility by TFE (250 kW improvement).
FTE additionally introduced better T3 brands below:
TE50, 5.6L, "Windsor" V8, Sedan, 250 kW, 500Nm
TS50, 5.6L, "Windsor" V8, Sedan, 250 kW, 500Nm.
Externally, the show III, featured body-coloured mirrors and side strips plus standard side dresses and different wheels on some models. Headlights became a shade darker, part indicators clear and a dot matrix windscreen ended up being added to decrease sunshine glare. When it comes to interiors, additional functions were added as standard: Futura -- rear energy microsoft windows and velour trim; Fairmont -- 6-way power-adjustable motorist's seat; Fairmont Ghia -- 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat and leather-based trim. Though ABS became standard over the number, the XR versions lost products: XR6 -- limited-slip differential (LSD) today optional; all XR's -- stereo downgrade to a 4-speaker single-CD product. A bodykit marketed as "Havoc" (with new front and rear bumpers featuring stainless mesh inserts; fog lights; side skirts and an optional rear spoiler) became recommended on all Falcons with XR8 purchasers additionally obtaining the chosen a Tickford bodykit and/or Ford race bodykit (originally showcased on the AU II Falcon XR8 Rebel). Fairmont and XR could also optioned aided by the "REX" (back Entertainment XTreme) bundle, allowing rear passenger to play DVD videos or connect games systems.
The mixed production of Falcon show II and III to September 2002 totaled 237,701 devices.
Independent suspension are an extensive term for almost any vehicle suspension program which allows each wheel for a passing fancy axle to go vertically (for example. reacting to a bump when you look at the path) by themselves of each and every other. This really is compared with a beam axle or deDion axle program where tires tend to be connected -- motion using one side impacts the wheel on the other hand. Observe that "independent" refers to the motion or course of activity of wheels/suspension. It is common when it comes to left and best edges associated with the suspension system becoming connected with anti-roll bars or any other such mechanisms. The anti-roll club ties the left and best suspension spring rate collectively but doesn't connect their movement collectively.
Most modern motors posses independent front suspension (IFS). Many motors supply an unbiased back suspension system (IRS). IRS, while the name implies, has the rear tires on their own sprung. A completely independent suspension system features an unbiased suspension system on all wheels. Some very early separate systems put swing axles, but modern techniques incorporate Chapman or MacPherson struts, trailing arms, multilink, or wishbones.
Separate suspension system usually provides best ride quality and managing qualities, because lower unsprung pounds therefore the ability of every wheel to address the street undisturbed by tasks associated with the various other wheel regarding the car. Independent suspension system need additional manufacturing energy and expenditure in development versus a beam or real time axle arrangement. A tremendously complex IRS option also can result in higher production expenses.
The primary reason for reduced unsprung weight relative to a real time axle design is that, for driven tires, the differential unit does not form area of the unsprung components of the suspension system system. Alternatively its often bolted straight to the vehicle's framework or higher generally to a subframe.
The general motion amongst the tires additionally the differential try attained by using swinging driveshafts linked via universal (U) bones, analogous on constant-velocity (CV) joints found in front wheel drive automobiles.
The AU show ended up being conceived under "Project Eagle" that started in February 1993, and gained the official codename "EA169" in October 1994. It was developed and delivered to market in 1998 just after Ford Australia have provided consideration to a refurbished 5th generation Falcon and a completely brought in substitution like the United states front-wheel drive Ford Taurus or rear-wheel drive Ford top Victoria, the European rear wheel-drive Scorpio and, reportedly, even Japanese rear-wheel drive Mazda 929 (after that area of the Ford conglomerate).
Cutaways for the 1998 Ford Fairmont (AU) Ghia
The aforementioned alternatives are eradicated in preference of a considerable redesign associated with indigenous system, because of problems in regards to the Australian marketplace preference for large towing capability, big inside dimensions and local work. Specific issue included, for example: analysis during the time suggested that 69% of Falcons are fitted with towbars while the perception that rear-wheel drive cars are much better at towing; the truth that the import brands had restricted human body style alternatives (sedan just or sedan and truck) and no capability to utilize a V8 system.
Stylistically, this latest generation Falcon sported Ford's radically latest worldwide design language, labelled "unique side". The aim of this build was to attract a more youthful generation of purchasers with avant-garde looks, but in Australian Continent they polarized public-opinion into good thing about the more organically created rival, the 1997 Holden Commodore (VT). The AU series had a tremendously efficient drag coefficient of Cd=0.29 the sedan (an 11per cent improvement on the preceding EL show) and 0.34 when it comes to wagon.
For the first time in Falcon's history, Independent backside suspension system (IRS) became offered as standard on some brands and recommended on others. In addition it showcased Australian manufacturing firsts, including Variable Cam Timing (VCT) on some 6-cylinder versions and an adaptive automatic transmission from the superior T series with steering wheel equipment moving buttons.
Key adjustment from fifth generation Falcon included a 35 kg (77 pound) reduction in fat for base automobile, 17.5 per cent stiffer bodyshell, and an eight per cent enhancement in fuel intake. Peculiarly, Ford Australia made a decision to make use of the original 1950's font when it comes to new "Falcon" and "Futura" badges.
As previously mentioned earlier, the AU is the first Falcon to offer IRS (a dual wishbone build on an isolated subframe) as well as its 6-cylinder machines particularly, included advanced features like VCT on some systems and a heat sensor when you look at the cylinder head, which recognized coolant reduction and let the automobile to "limp homes" safely by cutting cylinders. The engine number comprised: the beds base Intech model creating 157 kW (which was carried over from EL show however now using the earlier higher level electronic functions); an "HP" version reserved towards the XR6 making 164 kW (because of: unique cylinder mind; reshaped inlet interface; redesigned exhaust interface; 'open' burning chamber shape to limit pre-detonation from hot spot areas; unique camshaft; greater gas stress; recalibrated EEC V-engine management program); the VCT version creating 172 kW for XR6 VCT; a "Windsor" V8 making 185 kW (additionally carried more than from the EL show but without major updates).
Transmissions were improved for best move feeling together with automobile was recalibrated to raised match the enhanced machines. The six and eight cylinder versions had a 4-speed BTR M93LE and M97LE automated transmissions, correspondingly for the six and eight-cylinder models, respectively. The automatic XR series models had an "adaptive change" with five shifting strategies based on operating problems. The handbook transmission, are readily available, ended up being a 5-speed BTR T5 design.
This program cost A0 million before goods establish and key staff included chief fashion designer, Steve Park, and Marcus Hotblack, management of home design.
AU (1999--2003)
Ford Fairlane (AU II) Ghia
2000--2003 Ford AU II LTD
Ford introduced its "brand new Edge" look to the AU series Fairlane in February 1999, with some success, though the EA169 platform ended up being considered a flop, permitting competing Holden to overtake the organization into the purchases of full-size automobiles. The AU LTD was released two months later in-may.
The AU Fairlane and LTD versions are the very first long-wheelbase sedans to share with you a model rule with the Falcon. That they had Lincoln city vehicles styling cues, especially all over C-pillar. The range was pared back once again to only two versions, the Fairlane Ghia as well as the LTD, although a limited-edition Fairlane Millennium Ghia has also been available in January 2000. The flagship LTD design ended up being shipped to Fiji and to their conventional export marketplace, New Zealand. A small amount of LTDs were shipped to your United Kingdom, in which these people were changed into hearses and limousines.
a high-performance variant of the AU Fairlane was released in 1999 since the FTE TL50. Its even more rates version could be the T3 (on the basis of the Falcon AU III) of which only three had been created.
Ford introduced forth changes into Falcon and Fairlane varies whenever marketplace recognition of brand new automobiles proved bad in July 2000. The 2001 model season AU II systems featured some improvements, and another limited version was provided: the 75th Anniversary Ghia in October, with similar system alternatives as prior to. The Sportsman Ghia was revived in March 2001 and lasted for longer than one design season this time, continuing to be in the range to the end of 2002.
Show I (AU)
The first variety of the AU Falcon was released in September 1998 and remained for sale until a significant improvement in April 2000. It absolutely was marketed in new slogan "you have come a long way baby".
The conventional AU number included:
Falcon Fort, 4.0L, "Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan/Wagon, 157 kW, 357Nm -- to rival the Holden Commodore manager
Falcon Fort, 5.0L, "Windsor" V8, Sedan, 175 kW, 395Nm -- because above
Falcon S, 4.0L, "Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan, 157 kW, 357Nm -- to rival Holden Commodore S
Falcon Futura, 4.0L, "Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan/Wagon, 157 kW, 357Nm -- to rival the Holden Commodore Acclaim
Fairmont, 4.0L, "Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan/Wagon, 157 kW, 357Nm -- to rival the Holden Berlina
Fairmont Ghia, 4.0L, "Intech VCT" 6-cyl, Sedan, 168 kW, 370Nm -- to rival the Holden Calais
Fairmont Ghia, 5.0L, "Windsor" V8, Sedan, 175 kW, 395Nm -- as above
Falcon XR6, 4.0L, "HP Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan, 164 kW, 366Nm (a Falcon S with a solid back axle and XR fixtures)
Falcon XR6 VCT, 4.0L, "Intech VCT" 6-cyl, Sedan, 172 kW, 374Nm
Falcon XR8, 5.0L, "Windsor" V8, Sedan, 185 kW, 412Nm -- to rival the Holden Commodore SS.
Tickford Vehicle Engineering, is responsible for the XR designs that carried the "Tickford" wings badge. From July 1999, the newly formed Ford Tickford Experience (FTE) established the following higher-specification and performance T show (T1) systems:
TE50, 5.0L, "Synergy 5000" V8, Sedan, 200 kW, 420Nm
TS50, 5.0L, "Synergy 5000" V8, Sedan, 220 kW, 435Nm, automated only.
The new Fort model ended up being the substitution for the old GLi designation. It absolutely was designed and promoted to entice to fleet buyers including young motorists. When new, the automobile ended up being competitively coming in at A,690 with automatic transmission and air cooling (at the time an alternative on the other Australian-made competitors) installed as standard.
The more 'up-spec' model ended up being known as the Falcon Futura, that was sold as a family-oriented protection bundle in identical vogue whilst the competing Holden Commodore Acclaim. The Futura differed through the Fort in creating a body coloured grille, standard abdominal muscles, Cruise controls, alloy rims and an electronic digital clock fitted in the center system (series I only). The cost of the car when latest was A,990.
The Ford Falcon S (for recreations) sedan was also based on the Fort but created as an entry-level sports edition. It obtained this through additional services such body-coloured grille, alloy tires, S decals regarding back quarters and bootlid, non-IRS sports suspension and increased degree spoiler. The colour options had been restricted to Hot Chilli Red, fluid gold, Dynamic White, Galaxy (Metallic azure) and Silhouette (Ebony).
The Fairmont had been the basic level luxury style of the AU number to face-off its biggest opponent, the Holden Berlina. They have the fixtures for the Futura but included extras like a honeycomb grille, an 80-second headlamp off delay, lumber grain-look dash inserts, unique 15" tires, twin horns, Fairmont badging on the boot cover and an analogue clock. The Fairmont had been available in sedan and station truck bodystyles. Above the Fairmont was the Fairmont Ghia, that was the best non-performance requirements design into the number and sedan only. They had further properties that included unique rims and more wood grain-look dash inserts. Fairmont & Fairmont Ghia versions weren't badged as Falcons.
The XR show was the high performance end for the number. It initially comprised the XR6 HP, XR6 VCT, and XR8 products all revealing an original quad-lamp front side bumper club and non-high end bonnet. All show I XR's might have a choice of the full Tickford bodykit and unique bi-wing back spoiler.
Regarding protection products, the Futura, XR and Fairmont products all had abdominal muscles brakes besides a motorist's side airbag, which was truly the only biggest safety function in the Falcon S and Fort. The brake system featured 287x24 mm ventilated front side disks and 287x10.5 mm solid rear disks.
External design differentiation had been accomplished through the usage of different grilles and bonnets (lowest bonnet and vertical "waterfall" grille on Fort, horizontal solitary bar on Futura, integrated quad-lamp bumper club and grille on XR activities number; large bonnet and large grille on Fairmont range) plus standard fixtures such various alloy wheel build, back light clusters (clear change indicators on Fairmont), system colour-coordination and chrome fittings. The wagons showcased a new rear-end in accordance with the earlier generation Falcons. Around, the Fairmont and XR design showcased full instrumentation (oils and power yards) additionally the Fairmont twins additionally followed another dashboard. As opposed to the standard Falcon featuring a large oval pod including ac and stereo, the true luxury twin featured a 2-level shared with the long-wheelbase AU Fairlane/LTD, with a different top degree featuring a woodgrain-like trim across towards the traveler side that incorporated an analogue time clock, travel computer and environment control.
Just the Fairmont Ghia and Falcon XR6 VCT showcased "Intech" engines created by Tickford automobile manufacturing with adjustable valve timing. IRS was installed as traditional in the Falcon XR6 VCT, XR8 and Fairmont Ghia, and optional of all other sedan models; the XR designs becoming truly the only people which could be fitted with a small slide differential.
Despite competitive pricing and high traditional products in accordance with their rivals, especially for this new entry Fort, business for the AU couldn't complement those associated with the previous model, the EL Falcon. It was partially due to insufficient passion by users when it comes to "New advantage" styling, alteration of fleet sale rates plus the lasting decline in the market for large cars.
In-may 1999, the AU range gotten a minor modify, presenting a larger braking system booster, front energy microsoft windows for Fort and XR6 and bringing down the rear suspension system of non-XR variations by 24 mm. To increase their interior high quality, the Fort had been offered with 'medium graphite' indoor trim (somewhat deeper than initially) in addition to patterned seat information is changed from the bolsters towards the seat centers. Purchasers had been in addition able to order the darker 'warm charcoal' colour scheme of various other Falcon alternatives.
Really the only minimal edition launched with this initial series, had been the Falcon Vintage of June 1999 marketed till October 1999 to enhance deals. It inherited an egg-crate grille through the non-XR Utility range, dual airbags, ABS brakes, cruise controls, enhanced speakers, a "warm charcoal" indoor, power aerial, special trim, 15-inch alloys, low profile back spoiler, bumper inserts and status paint. Their suggested retail price ended up being A,690.
Energy
The number of AU Falcon Utility cars was released in June 1999. It offered Falcon XL, XLS, XR6 and XR8 design part energy products, a cab-chassis design and a cab-chassis with factory installed drop-side tray. The latter ended up being the very first tray utility vehicle that Ford Australia had created for many years.
The body associated with the AU Falcon energy differed in build from competing Holden Ute in that the cargo tray is split from taxi, whereas the tray ended up being an integral part of your body shell inside Holden. Consequently, this let the rear to just accept various after markets body sort, including tray decks, provider systems, and camper van shells. Unlike the sedan, the AU Falcon energy cars were quite popular.
Show II (AU II)
Many of these issues are dealt with utilizing the AU Series II (April 2000). They included:
the "high series" raised bonnet from Fairmont brands
a more old-fashioned and typical front side grille when it comes to amount Fort and Futura number
boost depth and width the back bumper
a laminated firewall, increasing under-carpet asphalting and hydraulic motor mounts to cut back NVH
enhanced braking system (as step-by-step below)
16" tires (in lieu of the previous 15 because of the larger twin-piston calipers)
decreased ground clearance with brand new surprise absorbers and low-friction ball-joints
top quality indoor plastic materials (example. less oval central dashboard pod with silver shows)
standard cloth (in lieu of vinyl finishes) and deeper "warm charcoal" interiors
uprated noise techniques
upgraded SmartShield security system with a transponder located in the secret (in lieu of the last SmartLock which could maybe not stop thefts with copied keys)
standard front airbags throughout the number.
Human body power increases, directed at increasing occupant security and Falcon's score inside independent NCAP crash test system, are additionally attained. Into the stated tests, they received a three-star mature occupant protection rating with a score of 24.2 as well as in the offset crash test, it absolutely was found that there was clearly a minimal chance of problems for all human body areas (including the driver's foot and lower leg because of extortionate brake pedal motion). New safety services included a passenger airbag and seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters on front chairs throughout the range. Wagons were installed with a three-point lap-sash rear centre seatbelt, because of the retractor built-into the chair back.
The braking system today featured thicker front and back disks, twin-piston aluminium-headed front calipers, bigger non-asbestos brake pads, larger master cylinder and an increased capability booster. The discs were now ventilated 287x28 mm at the front and solid 287x16 mm at the back. The XR6 VCT and XR8 are additionally readily available with an optional Tickford premiums Brake setup that brought 329 mm grooved front side brake disks with twin-piston C4 calipers.
Additional features included the development of a 100 watt stereo with single-slot CD athlete, adjustable intermittent wipers and door lock/unlock option regarding instrument panel while the gear improvement (such as for instance standard air-con, front power windows and automated transmission) from the entry Fort design, to shrug down initial impressions the lower budget perception linked to the first AU show. Also throughout the number, Ford today supplied 3-years or 60,000 km worth of scheduled servicing included in the cost.
The conventional show II range included:
Falcon Fort, 4.0L, "Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan/Wagon, 157 kW, 357Nm
Falcon Fort, 5.0L, "Windsor" V8, Sedan, 175 kW, 395Nm
Falcon S, 4.0L, "Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan, 157 kW, 357Nm
Falcon Futura, 4.0L, "Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan/Wagon, 157 kW, 357Nm
Fairmont, 4.0L, "Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan/Wagon, 157 kW, 357Nm
Fairmont Ghia, 4.0L, "Intech VCT" 6-cyl, Sedan, 168 kW, 370Nm
Fairmont Ghia, 5.0L, "Windsor" V8, Sedan, 175 kW, 395Nm
Falcon XR6, 4.0L, "Intech" 6-cyl, Sedan, 164 kW, 366Nm
Falcon XR6 VCT, 4.0L, "Intech VCT" 6-cyl, Sedan, 172 kW, 374Nm
Falcon XR8, 5.0L, "Windsor" V8, Sedan, 200 kW, 420Nm (to April 2001)
Falcon XR8, 5.0L, "Windsor" V8, Sedan, 220 kW, 435Nm (from might 2001).
As in the list above, the engine number stayed largely in the beginning, except for increased result when it comes to XR8 as well as the introduction, from July 2000, of a separate LPG engine, marketed because the "Intech E-Gas". It had a single-point, venturi-style carburetor as opposed to sequential shot as per the petrol machines. Other variations included: various spark plugs, inductive high tension prospects and an original motor management processor. The sedans had been installed with a 92-litre LPG cylinder, while wagons have 115 litre cylinders.
Sedan-based limited editions included the: X-Pack (a Fort improvement with either two ROH alloy wheel design from the Ford accessories line as standard and original XR back wing), SR (Fort-based S successor today with abdominal muscles), Futura Vintage, Futura & Fairmont Ghia 75th Anniversary sedans (to commemorate Ford Australia's birth in 1925), XR8 Rebel (featuring a finite version Ford race bodykit, 18-inch tires, MOMO controls and gear shift and a Sony Playstation2).
Enhancing the X-Pack, in belated 2000 Stillwell Ford dealers in Southern Australian Continent launched a Sportryder variation, which added an enhanced and decreased sport suspension utilizing Pedders elements plus in your area sourced CSA alloy rims for A,990.
The Falcon Utility show II number included the XL, XLS, XR and XR8 with restricted editions like (by respective base model): Tradesman (XL); recreations Edition and Marlin (XLS); Pursuit (XR).
The FTE T2 number comprised:
TE50, 5.0L, "Synergy 5000" V8, Sedan, 220 kW, 435Nm
TS50, 5.0L, ""Synergy 5000" V8, Sedan, 220 kW, 435Nm.
The Ford Fairlane and LTD is full size luxury motors that were stated in a series of versions by Ford Australian Continent between 1959 (with all the LTD commencing manufacturing in 1973) and 2007.
From 1959 to 1964, the Fairlane is a locally assembled type of the United states Ford Fairlane which have taken their name from Henry Ford's estate, Fair Lane, near Dearborn, Michigan. This was Ford Australia's top-of-the-range design until replaced by an Australian-assembled form of the full size United states Ford Galaxie. In 1967, Ford Australia reintroduced the Fairlane, now as an Australian-developed, luxury, long-wheelbase form of their popular Falcon, placed between your Falcon in addition to Galaxie. The in your area assembled Galaxie evolved in to the LTD that was itself changed in 1973 by an Australian-developed, Fairlane-based model, also referred to as the Ford LTD. In North America, unlike its designation in Australia, it had been perhaps not considered an extravagance vehicle. In Australia, "LTD" initially endured for "Lincoln kind Design", although Ford Australia later promoted a connection using the definition "brief".
The Fairlane and LTD competed available on the market with all the Holden Brougham (1968--1971), the Statesman (1971--1984) and later aided by the Holden Statesman and Caprice (1990--2007).
Ford created the Fairlane/LTD at Campbellfield, Victoria, and Eagle Farm, Queensland, during the early ages. Until around March/April 1978 using the future release of the Ford Falcon (XD) and its types, Ford consolidated Falcon manufacturing at Campbellfield and Fairlane/LTD manufacturing to Eagle Farm. Across the launch of the new generation through the EA Falcon period (1988), Eagle Farm stopped make of cars and just produced heavier vehicles until their closing in 1998.
Show III (AU III)
This best AU-based Falcon is delivered within Sydney Motorshow in November 2001, by shock
The Falcon's show III number reflected compared to the AU II, aside from:
the discontinuance of Falcon S
the bottom Falcon XR6 today furthermore installed with VCT (but a detuned 168 kW (225 hp) variation utilising the Fairmont Ghia's exhaust program to distinguish it through the higher-spec XR6 VCT)
a restricted edition Falcon XR6 VCT Sprint (with exclusive Ford race bodykit from the XR8 Rebel)
a Falcon XR8 quest 250 Utility by TFE (250 kW improvement).
FTE additionally introduced better T3 brands below:
TE50, 5.6L, "Windsor" V8, Sedan, 250 kW, 500Nm
TS50, 5.6L, "Windsor" V8, Sedan, 250 kW, 500Nm.
Externally, the show III, featured body-coloured mirrors and side strips plus standard side dresses and different wheels on some models. Headlights became a shade darker, part indicators clear and a dot matrix windscreen ended up being added to decrease sunshine glare. When it comes to interiors, additional functions were added as standard: Futura -- rear energy microsoft windows and velour trim; Fairmont -- 6-way power-adjustable motorist's seat; Fairmont Ghia -- 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat and leather-based trim. Though ABS became standard over the number, the XR versions lost products: XR6 -- limited-slip differential (LSD) today optional; all XR's -- stereo downgrade to a 4-speaker single-CD product. A bodykit marketed as "Havoc" (with new front and rear bumpers featuring stainless mesh inserts; fog lights; side skirts and an optional rear spoiler) became recommended on all Falcons with XR8 purchasers additionally obtaining the chosen a Tickford bodykit and/or Ford race bodykit (originally showcased on the AU II Falcon XR8 Rebel). Fairmont and XR could also optioned aided by the "REX" (back Entertainment XTreme) bundle, allowing rear passenger to play DVD videos or connect games systems.
The mixed production of Falcon show II and III to September 2002 totaled 237,701 devices.
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