belt LINCOLN CONTINENTAL 2002 Owner's Guide

CLEANING THE ENGINE
Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt
buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:
²The engine must be cool to the touch before spraying with water.
²Never spray a hot engine with cold water, as damage to the
engine block or engine components may occur.
²Use caution when using a self-serve power washer (1000psi maximum
pressure) to clean the engine, as the high-pressure fluid could
penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage.
²Never apply anything to any exposed belts in the engine
compartment, including the belt dressing.
For general cleaning of the engine and engine compartment, spray
Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (F4AZ-19A536±A) on all parts that
require cleaning and pressure rinse the area with cool water.
²Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning
the engine.
²Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the
running engine may cause internal damage.
WASHING NON-PAINTED PLASTIC EXTERIOR PARTS
Use Detail Wash (ZC-3±A) for routine cleaning.
If tar or grease spots are present, clean with Extra Strength Tar and
Road Oil Removal (B7A-19520±AA).
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It is recommended that you use the Deluxe Leather Care Kit
(F8AZ-19G253±AA), available from your authorized Ford, Lincoln or
Mercury dealer. The mild cleaner and special pad available in the kit
cleans the leather and maintains its natural beauty. For best results,
follow the instructions printed on the cleaner label. Regular cleaning of
your leather upholstery helps maintain its resiliency and color.
Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions,
solvents or cleaners intended for rubber, vinyl and plastics, or
oil/petroleum-based leather conditioners. These products may
cause premature wearing of the clear, protective coating.
CLEANING THE INSIDE WINDOWS
Use Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (E4AZ-19C507±AA) for the inside
windows if they become fogged.
To clean, use two lint-free, soft towels, folded into a pad-shape. Mist the
glass completely with cleaner, and use one of the towels to evenly agitate
the surface. Use the other towel to remove the residue.
CLEANING AND MAINTAINING THE SAFETY BELTS
Clean the safety belts with Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner
(E8AZ-19523±AA), available from your authorized Ford, Lincoln or
Mercury dealer.
Do not use bleach, dye or any other solvent to clean the belts, as
these actions may weaken the belt webbing.
UNDERBODY
Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and
door drain holes free from packed dirt.
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Tire rotation
Because your vehicle's tires perform different jobs, they often wear
differently. To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer, rotate
them as indicated in the scheduled maintenance guide. If you notice that
the tires wear unevenly, have them checked.
²Four tire rotation
Replacing the tires
Replace the tires when the wear
band is visible through the tire
treads.
When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, or
bias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the
Certification or Tire Label. Make sure that all tires are the same size,
speed rating, and load-carrying capacity. Use only the tire combinations
recommended on the label. If you do not follow these precautions,
your vehicle may not drive properly and safely.
Maintenance and Specifications
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A
Accessory delay ..........................58
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ................................117, 122
and child safety seats ............119
description ......................117, 122
disposal ....................................125
driver air bag ..................120, 123
indicator light ...........12, 121, 124
operation .........................120, 123
passenger air bag ...........120, 123
side air bag ..............................122
Air cleaner filter .......................224
Air conditioning ..........................33
Air filter, cabin ............................39
Air suspension ...........................142
description ..............................142
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................199
Anti-lock brake system (see
Brakes) ..............................138±139
Anti-theft system ......................101
arming the system ..................101
disarming a triggered
system .....................................102
Automatic transaxle .................143
driving with .............................145
fluid, adding ............................216
fluid, checking ........................216
fluid, refill capacities ..............224
fluid, specification ..................227
Auxiliary power point ...........55±56
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........226B
Battery .......................................197
acid, treating emergencies .....197
charging system warning light 12
jumping a disabled battery ....167
maintenance-free ....................197
replacement, specifications ...224
servicing ..................................197
Belt minder ...............................112
Brakes ........................................138
anti-lock ...........................138±139
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light .....................11, 139
brake warning light ..................11
fluid, checking and adding ....215
fluid, refill capacities ..............224
fluid, specifications .........226±227
lubricant specifications ..226±227
shift interlock ..........................143
Break-in period .............................6
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....224
CD changer .................................28
Certification Label ....................229
Child safety restraints ..............125
child safety belts ....................125
Child safety seats ......................126
attaching with tether straps ..130
in front seat ............................128
in rear seat ..............................128
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............186
exterior ....................................189
instrument cluster lens ..........188
instrument panel ....................187
interior .....................................188
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plastic parts ....................186±187
safety belts ..............................189
washing ....................................184
waxing .....................................184
wheels ......................................185
windows ..................................189
wiper blades ............................187
Clock ............................................55
Compass, electronic ....................60
calibration .................................62
set zone adjustment .................61
Console ........................................56
Controls
power seat ...............................103
steering column ........................67
Coolant
checking and adding ..............199
refill capacities ................203, 224
specifications ..................226±227
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................63
Customer Assistance ................154
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................190
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................176
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................180
Getting roadside assistance ...154
Getting the service you
need .........................................174
Ordering additional owner's
literature .................................181
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................177
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................180D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................40
Defrost
rear window ..............................39
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................216
engine oil .................................194
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........226
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................148
E
Electronic message center .........76
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................167
Emission control system ..........212
Engine ........................................227
check engine/service engine
soon light ..................................10
cleaning ...................................186
coolant .....................................199
idle speed control ...................197
lubrication
specifications ..................226±227
refill capacities ........................224
service points ..........................193
starting after a collision .........155
Engine block heater .................136
Engine oil ..................................194
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................194
checking and adding ..............194
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Hood ..........................................192
I
Ignition ...............................133, 227
Infant seats (see Safety
seats) .........................................126
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................213
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................187
cluster ................................10, 188
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................41
J
Jack ............................................163
positioning ...............................163
storage .....................................163
Jump-starting your vehicle ......167
K
Keyless entry system .................94
autolock .....................................97
keypad .......................................94
programming entry code .........95
Keys .........................87, 97±98, 100
key in ignition chime ...............14
positions of the ignition .........133
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................41
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................46
cargo lamps ...............................41
daytime running light ...............40headlamps .................................40
headlamps, flash to pass ..........41
instrument panel, dimming .....41
interior lamps .....................45, 47
replacing bulbs ....... 46±47, 49±52
Lane change indicator (see
Turn signal) .................................44
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
air bag ........................................12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....11, 139
brake ..........................................11
charging system ........................12
high beam .................................13
oil pressure ...............................12
safety belt .................................12
service engine soon ..................10
traction control active ..............12
turn signal indicator .................13
Load limits .................................148
GAWR ......................................148
GVWR ......................................148
trailer towing ..........................148
Locks
autolock .....................................97
childproof ..................................87
doors ..........................................87
Lubricant specifications ...226±227
Lug nuts, anti-theft ...................166
Lumbar support, seats .............105
M
Message center ...............76, 78, 84
air leveling disabled .................76
air ride switch off .....................76
check air ride system ...............76
check air suspension ................76
menu button .............................83
reset button ..............................84
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system check button ................78
warning messages .....................79
Mirrors .........................................55
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................59
heated ........................................59
programmable memory ............93
side view mirrors (power) .......58
Moon roof ....................................68
Motorcraft parts ................209, 224
O
Octane rating ............................207
Odometer .....................................15
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................194
Overdrive ...................................144
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................91
Parking brake ............................139
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....224
Power distribution box (see
Fuses) ........................................162
Power door locks ........................87
Power steering ..........................141
fluid, checking and adding ....214
fluid, refill capacity ................224
fluid, specifications .........226±227
R
Rear window defroster ...............39
Relays ................................156, 163
Remote entry system ...........90±91illuminated entry ......................93
locking/unlocking doors .....90±91
opening the trunk .....................91
panic alarm ...............................91
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................93
replacing the batteries .............92
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ....................13, 106±110
Safety defects, reporting ..........183
Safety restraints ................106±110
belt minder .............................112
cleaning the safety
belts .................................116, 189
extension assembly ................111
for adults .........................107±109
for children .............................125
lap belt ....................................110
warning light and
chime ................... 12±13, 111±112
Safety seats for children ..........126
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................................106
Seats ..........................................103
child safety seats ....................126
cleaning ...................................188
easy access/easyout feature ..106
heated ......................................105
memory seat .............................93
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ............................97±98, 100
Servicing your vehicle ..............191
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................224, 227
Index
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