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Lincoln 1998 Continental User Manual

Lincoln 1998 Continental
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Before driving
Introduction 2
Instrumentation 3
Controls and features 26
Seating and safety restraints 71
Starting and driving
Starting 90
Driving 95
Roadside emergencies 109
Servicing
Maintenance and care 126
Capacities and specifications 160
Reporting safety defects 166
Index 167
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Lincoln 1998 Continental Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLincoln
Model1998 Continental
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

ICONS

Describes warning and environmental icons used in the manual.

WARNINGS

Explains warning information for safety and damage prevention.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

Provides guidance for the initial period of vehicle use.

INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE

Explains the guide's content and printing time.

Instrumentation

Controls Overview

Details various controls like headlamps, signals, wipers, speed control, dimmers.

Instrument Cluster Gauges

Describes fuel, speedometer, odometer, tachometer, and coolant gauges.

Warning Lights and Chimes

Explains indicators for engine, airbags, brakes, seatbelts, and other systems.

Message Center Functions

Covers system checks, warnings, trip data, fuel economy, and driver profiles.

Vehicle Feature Controls

Explains electronic features like windows, locks, mirrors, and profile systems.

Electronic Climate Control

Details operation of the automatic temperature control system.

Controls and Features

Exterior Lighting Controls

Covers headlamp, DRL, high beams, and flash-to-pass functions.

Climate Control Operation

Covers EATC ON/OFF, Auto operation, Temp/Fan selection.

Speed Control System

Explains how to operate and set the cruise control system.

Interior and Convenience Features

Covers Tilt Steering, Interior Lamps, RESCU, HomeLink.

Power Locks, Windows, and Mirrors

Covers power locks, windows, smart locks, side view mirrors.

Alarm and Keyless Entry Systems

Covers Perimeter Alarm, SecuriLock, Remote Entry, Keyless codes.

Seating and Safety Restraints

Seat Adjustment and Restraints

Covers head restraints, power seat adjustments, safety belt use.

Child Safety Seat Installation

Provides instructions for installing child seats with lap/shoulder belts.

Air Bag SRS System

Explains SRS operation, precautions, and child safety.

Starting

Starting Procedure and Safety

Covers preparation, safety, starting steps, exhaust fumes.

Engine Block Heater

Explains the use and benefits of the engine block heater.

Driving

Brake System Operation

Explains standard brakes and the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).

Parking Brake and Traction Control

Covers parking brake use and Traction Control system function.

Automatic Transaxle Operation

Details brake-shift interlock and gearshift positions.

Vehicle Loading and Towing

Explains terms and limits for loading and trailer towing.

Fuel Economy Calculation

Explains how to calculate fuel economy.

Roadside emergencies

Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch

Explains how to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch.

Fuse Panels and Locations

Details fuse identification, ratings, and panel layout.

Tire Change Procedure

Step-by-step guide for changing a flat tire.

Jump Starting Your Vehicle

Provides instructions for jump starting a vehicle.

Maintenance and care

Service Recommendations and Precautions

Covers service advice and safety precautions.

Engine Oil and Filter Service

Explains how to check and add engine oil.

Fluid Checks and Refills

Covers brake, washer, coolant, power steering, transmission fluids.

Battery Maintenance

Covers battery care, checking electrolyte, and cleaning terminals.

Cabin Air Filter and Wiper Blades

Covers filter replacement and wiper blade service.

Tire Care and Servicing

Explains tire pressure, rotation, and quality grades.

Automotive Fuels and Emission Control

Covers fuel types, octane, and emission system.

Exterior and Interior Bulb Replacement

Covers headlamp and interior bulb replacement.

Capacities and specifications

Motorcraft Part Numbers

Lists Motorcraft part numbers for various components.

Refill Capacities

Specifies capacities for engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, etc.

Lubricant Specifications

Details specifications for brake fluid, grease, and transmission fluid.

Engine Data

Provides engine specifications like displacement, horsepower, and torque.

Vehicle Dimensions

Lists overall length, width, height, wheelbase, and track.

Vehicle Identification

Explains the safety compliance label and VIN.

Reporting safety defects

NHTSA Reporting Procedure

Explains how to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA.

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