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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
2
Introduction
3
Icons
3
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
3
Instrumentation
4
Warning Lights and Chimes
6
The Service Engine Soon Indicator
6
Your Vehicle
6
Light Turns on Solid
7
Light Is Blinking
8
Air Bag Readiness Light
8
Safety Belt Light
8
Brake System Warning Light
8
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Light
9
Turn Signal Light
9
High Beams Light
9
Charging System Light
9
Check Trac Light
10
Engine Coolant Temperature Light
10
Engine Oil Pressure Light
10
Air Suspension
11
Trunk Ajar Light
11
Trac off Light
11
Door Ajar Light
11
O/D off Light
12
Trac Active Light
12
Speed Control Light
12
Washer Light
12
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Warning Chime
13
Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime
13
Headlamps on Warning Chime, Turn Signal Chime
13
Safety Belt Warning Chime
13
Odometer
14
Fuel Gauge
14
Speedometer
15
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
15
Electronic Message Center
16
Compass Display
17
Selectable Features
17
Reset
17
Select
17
Compass Zone Adjustment
18
Compass Calibration Adjustment
19
Message Center Functions
19
Fuel Econ Avg
19
Checking Your Highway Fuel Economy Using the Electronic Message Center Display
20
Fuel Remain
21
Dist to Empty (DTE)
21
Avg Speed
22
Trip a B
22
E/M
23
Panel Dimmer Control
24
Autolamp Control
24
Headlamp Control
24
Controls and Features
24
High Beams
25
Daytime Running Light (Canadian Vehicles Only)
25
Flash to Pass
26
Climate Control System
26
Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) System
26
Automatic Operation
27
Temperature Selection
27
Temperature Conversion
28
Fan Speed
29
Manual Override Controls
29
Displaying Outside Temperature
32
Operating Tips (Climage Control)
33
Rear Window Defroster
34
Clock
34
Audio System
35
Positions of the Ignition
35
Key System
35
Tilt Steering
36
Turn Signal Control
36
Speed Control
37
Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls
37
To Set a Speed
38
To Set a Higher Set Speed
39
To Set a Lower Set Speed
40
To Disengage Speed Control
40
To Return to a Previously Set Speed
41
Indicator Message
41
Steering Wheel Controls
41
Radio Control Features
42
Climate Control Features
42
Homelink Universal Transmitter
42
Homelink Programming
43
Operating the Homelink Universal Transmitter
45
Training a Rolling Code System
45
Erasing Channels
46
Moon Roof
46
Automatic Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror
47
Trunk Remote Control
48
Fuel Door Release
48
Power Door Locks
49
Express down
49
Window Lock, Accessory Delay
49
Power Windows
49
Power Side View Mirrors
50
Heated Outside Mirrors
50
Childproof Door Locks
51
Memory Seats
51
Center Console
52
Auxiliary Power Point
52
Positive Retention Floor Mat
53
Unlocking the Doors
53
Remote Entry System
53
Locking the Doors
54
Opening the Trunk
55
Sounding a Panic Alarm
55
Replacing the Batteries
55
To Replace the Battery
56
Replacing Lost Transmitters
56
Autolock
57
Illuminated Entry
57
The Inside Lights will Not Turn off if
57
The Autolock Feature Repeats When
58
To Activate Autolock
58
Memory Seat/Mirrors Feature
59
Reactivating the Memory Seat/Mirrors Feature
59
Deactivating the Memory Seat/Mirrors Feature
60
The Securilock Anti-Theft System
60
Programming Spare Securilock Keys
61
Theft Indicator
61
Securilock Keys for more Information
61
Procedure to Program Spare Securilock Keys to Your Vehicle
62
Four-Way Head Restraints
64
Adjusting the Power Front Seats
64
Seating and Safety Restraints
64
Seating and Safety Restraints
65
Adjusting the Power Seats – Seat Mounted Controls
66
Heated Seats
66
To Adjust the Front Seatback Using the Manual Recliner
67
Using the Manual Recline Function
67
Using the Power Lumbar Support
67
Easy Access/Easy out Feature
68
Safety Restraints
68
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
70
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
70
Automatic Locking Mode
71
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
71
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
71
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
72
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment
73
Adjusting the Lap Belt
73
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
74
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
75
Safety Belt Maintenance
75
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
76
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions
77
Children and Air Bags
78
SRS Overview
79
Determining if the SRS System Is Operational
80
Safety Restraints for Children
81
Important Child Restraint Precautions
81
Disposal of Air Bags and Air Bag Equipped Vehicles
81
Children and Safety Belts
82
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
84
Attaching Safety Seats with Tether Straps
85
Installing Child Safety Seats in Combination Lap and Shoulder Belt Seating Positions
85
Installing a Child Safety Seat in the Center Seating Position with Adjustable Lap Belt
88
Tether Anchorage Hardware
89
Starting
90
Important Safety Precautions before Starting the Engine
91
Starting Procedure
93
Using the Engine Block Heater
93
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
94
Important Ventilating Information
95
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
96
Brakes
96
Driving
96
ABS Warning Lamp
97
Using ABS
97
Parking Brake with Auto-Release
98
Traction Control
99
Traction Control Switch
101
Steering
101
Speed Sensitive Steering
102
Air Suspension System
102
Automatic Transmission Operation
103
Transmission Operation
103
Brake-Shift Interlock
103
Driving with a 4–Speed Automatic Transmission. Understanding Gearshift Positions
104
P (Park)
105
R (Reverse)
105
N (Neutral)
105
Overdrive
105
2 (Second)
106
Payload
107
1 (First)
107
Base Curb Weight
107
Vehicle Loading
107
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
108
Preparing to Tow
109
Hitches
109
Safety Chains
109
Trailer Brakes
110
Trailer Lamps
110
Driving While You Tow
110
Servicing after Towing
111
Trailer Towing Tips
111
Launching or Retrieving a Boat
112
Driving through Water
112
Fuel Consumption
113
Hazard Flasher
114
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
114
Roadside Emergencies
114
Fuses
115
Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
116
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
117
Fuses Codes Table
118
Power Distribution Box
120
High-Current Fuses Codes Table
121
Changing the Tires
122
Temporary Spare Tire Information
122
When Driving with the Temporary Spare Tire
123
Tire Change Procedure
123
Jump Starting
126
Connecting the Jumper Cables
127
Jump Starting Procedure
128
Removing the Jumper Cables
128
Wrecker Towing
129
Service Recommendations and Precautions
131
Maintenance and Care
131
Working with the Engine off
132
Working with the Engine on
133
Opening the Hood
133
Engine Compartment Components View
134
Checking the Engine Oil
135
Adding Engine Oil
136
Engine Oil Recommendations
137
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
137
Checking and Adding Brake Fluid
138
Checking and Adding Washer Fluid
139
Engine Coolant
140
Recycled Engine Coolant
142
Coolant Refill Capacity
142
Severe Winter Climate
143
What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
143
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
144
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
144
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
145
Transmission Fluid
146
Battery Maintenance
149
Checking the Wiper Blades
151
Changing the Wiper Blades
151
To Replace the Wiper Blades
152
Tire Quality Grades
152
Treadwear
153
Traction a B C
153
Temperature a B C
154
Servicing Your Tires
155
Tire Rotation
155
Four Tire Rotation (for Vehicles with Aluminum Wheels)
156
Five Tire Rotation (for Vehicles with Steel Wheels and Full Size Spare Tires)
156
Snow Tires and Chains
157
Replacing the Tires
157
Fuel Information
158
Choosing the Right Fuel
160
Octane Recommendations
161
Fuel Quality
161
Cleaner Air
162
Calculating Fuel Economy
162
Emission Control System
163
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
165
Exterior Bulbs
166
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
167
To Remove the Headlamp Bulb
167
To Install the New Bulb
168
Aiming the Headlamps
169
Horizontal Aim Adjustment
170
Vertical Aim Adjustment
170
Replacing the Interior Bulbs
171
Using the Right Bulbs
171
Cleaning and Caring for Your Vehicle
172
Washing Your Vehicle
172
Waxing Your Vehicle
172
Repairing Paint Chips
173
Cleaning the Wheels
173
Cleaning the Engine
173
Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts
174
Cleaning the Instrument Panel
175
Cleaning the Interior Fabric
175
Cleaning the Wiper Blades
175
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
175
Cleaning and Maintaining the Safety Belts
176
Underbody Cleaning
176
Cleaning Leather Seats
176
Inside Windows
178
Cleaning Mirrors
178
Motorcraft Part Numbers
179
Capacities and Specifications
179
Capacities and Specifications
180
Refill Capacities
180
Lubricant Specifications
181
Engine Data
182
Vehicle Dimensions
182
Safety Compliance Label
184
Vehicle Identification Number
184
Engine Number
184
Reporting Safety Defects
185
Index
186
Filling Station Information
189
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Lincoln Town Car 1998 Specifications
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Brand
Lincoln
Model
Town Car 1998
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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