wipers LINCOLN CONTINENTAL 1997 Owners Manual

62NOTE:The combination of FIRM RIDE CONTROL
and LOW STEERING EFFORT is undesirable and
cannot be selected.IgnitionUnderstanding the Positions of the
IgnitionThe positions of the key in the ignitionACC allows some of your vehicle's electrical
accessories such as the radio and the windshield
wipers to operate while the engine is not running.NOTE:Your vehicle is also equipped with an
accessory timer. This allows some of your
accessories to remain on for up to 10 minutes after
the ignition is turned to the OFF position. The
accessory timer is cancelled if any door is opened,
the dimmer switch is used, or the ignition is turned
to the ON position.
The automatic transaxle gearshift must be in P
(Park) to move the key to the LOCK position.
LOCK locks the steering wheel. It also locks the
gearshift lever.
LOCK is the only position that allows you to
remove the key. The LOCK feature helps to protect
your vehicle from theft.
OFF allows you to shut off the engine and all
accessories without locking the steering wheel, or
the gearshift lever.
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64The Turn Signal LeverYou can use the turn signal lever on the left side of
the steering column to:q
operate the turn signals and cornering lamps
q
turn the high beams on/off
q
flash the lights
q
turn the windshield wipers and washer on/off
The turn signal lever
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66Windshield Wipers and WasherTo turn on the windshield wipers, the ignition key
must be turned to the ON or ACC position.
Rotate the knob towards ªSº to activate the wipers.
The first seven detents are interval wipe positions,
the eighth detent is the LO position and the ninth
detent is the HI position.
To turn the wipers off, turn the knob to the OFF
position.Variable Interval WipersIn addition to two speed wipers, your vehicle has
wipers that you can set to operate at varying
intervals. For example, you can set the interval so
they wipe less often when it drizzles or more often
in heavier rain.The windshield wiper on the turn signal lever
To set the interval wipers, turn the knob at the end
of the turn signal lever between ªSº (slow) and ªFº
(fast) until the desired interval between wipes is
achieved.
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Compass-Calibration1. For optimum calibration, switch off all
non-essential electrical accessories (rear window
defrost, heater/air conditioning, map lamps,
wipers, etc.) and ensure all doors are shut.
2. Drive to an open, level area away from large
metallic objects or structures.
3. Insert an appropriate diameter rod (paper clip)
into the left switch access hole underneath the
compass module and press gently for 1-2
seconds until ªCALº and a direction appear on
the display.
4. Release the button and drive in a circle until
ªCALº disappears from the display (approx. 2-3
circles).
Compass-Zone Adjustment1. The zone setting is factory pre-set to Zone 8.
Refer to the Zone Map in this manual to verify
the correct compass zone setting for your
geographical location.
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242If you do not let the engine relearn its idle, the idle
quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected
until the idle is relearned. Your vehicle will
eventually relearn its idle while you drive it, but it
takes much longer than if you use the previous
procedure.Passenger Compartment Air FilterUsing a screwdriver,
1. Remove the two screws retaining the passenger
side half of the cowl vent screen.
2. From inside the vehicle, pull the hood release.
3. Open the hood, then pull the hood pad away
from the cowl vent screen.
4. Remove the cowl vent screen, then the filter.
Reverse procedure to install. The filter must be
properly positioned in the housing for proper
installation.
Wiper BladesCheck the windshield wiper blades at least twice a
year. Also check them whenever they seem less
effective than usual. Substances such as tree sap
and some hot wax treatments used by commercial
car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades.
If the blades do not wipe properly, clean both the
windshield and the wiper blades. Use undiluted
windshield washer solution or a mild detergent.
Rinse thoroughly with clear water. Do not use fuel,
kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents to clean
your wiper blades. These will damage your blades.
To make reaching the wiper blades easy, simply
turn the ignition to the ACC position and turn your
wipers on. Wait for them to reach a vertical
position and turn the ignition to the OFF position.
Do not move the wipers manually. Manually
moving the wipers across the windshield may
damage them.
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314
calculating............. 184
definition.............. 183
driving with a heavy load....... 183
location............... 183
H
Hazard flashers............. 68
Headlamps
aiming............... 264
autolamp system........... 57
checking alignment.......... 261
cleaning.............. 261
daytime running lights........ 56
flashing............... 65
high beam............. 65
replacing bulbs........... 261
turning on and off.......... 57
warning chime............ 15
Head restraints............. 131
Heated mirrors............. 112
Heating
electronic automatic temperature control
system.............. 45High beams
indicator light............ 15
operation............ 56,65
Hood................. 223
latch location............ 223
lubrication specifications....... 273
release lever............. 223
working under the hood....... 221
Horn................. 69
I
Idle, relearning..........216, 221
Ignition
chime............... 63
positions of the ignition........ 62
removing the key.......... 63
Indicator lights and chimes (see Lights) . . . 7
Infant seats (see Safety seats)....148, 149
Instrument panel............. 7
cleaning............... 269
Interval wipers............. 66
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Trailer towing (continued)
trailer lamps............. 188
Transaxle
automatic operation......177, 178
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic).........238, 239
fluid, refill capacities......... 272
lubricant specifications........ 273
Transaxle control switch......... 181
Trunk, using the remote entry system
to open............... 123
Tune-up specifications (VECI)...... 260
Turn signal.............. 64
indicator lights...........14,65
lever...............64,65
U
Used engine oil, disposal.....220, 240
V
Variable interval wipers......... 66
VECI (Vehicle Emission Control Information)
decal................ 260
Vehicle loading
automatic transaxles......... 184
automatic transmissions........ 184
calculating the load.......... 184
manual transaxles.......... 184
manual transmissions......... 184
understanding loading information . . . 183
Vehicle storage............. 274
Ventilating your vehicle
(see Climate control)....... 45,51
Viscosity (see Engine oil)........ 226
Visor (see Sun visor).......... 94
Voltmeter (see Battery voltage gauge) . . . 13
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W
Warm engine, starting.......... 166
Warning chimes
headlamps on............ 15
key in ignition............ 63
safety belt.............. 10
Warning lights (see Lights)......... 7
Warranties................ 4
basic................. 4
Canada................ 4
radio................ 44
Warranty Information Booklet....... 4
Washer fluid.............. 66
rear window reservoir........ 230
reservoir.............. 230
windshield............. 230
Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR)...... 183Wheel bearings, lubricant specifications . . 273
Wheel dollies (see Towing)....... 217
Wheels
anti-theft lugnuts........... 210
cleaning............... 270
covers............207, 208
inspection and maintenance...... 246
lug nuts............... 207
Windows, power windows, operating . . . 105
Windshield, washing.......... 66
Windshield washer fluid and wipers.... 66
checking and adding fluid....... 230
checking and replacing wiper blades . . 242
liftgate reservoir........... 230
operation.............. 66
reservoir.............. 230
specifications............ 273
variable interval wipers........ 66
Windshield wipers and washer...... 66
Wrecker towing............ 217
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