console LINCOLN CONTINENTAL 2002 Owners Manual

CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED)
Your CD changer is either located in the passenger's footwell area or in
the center console.
Slide the door to access the CD
changer magazine.
Press
to eject the magazine.
1. Pull the lever to remove a CD
tray from the magazine.
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Function Trade Number
Glovebox lamp 194
Ash receptacle 1445
Ash tray (rear) 37
Cigar lighter (console) 1893
Door mounted lamp (front) 214-2
Illuminated visor mirror 74
Overhead console reading lamp (without
moon roof)912
Passenger assist handle (rear seat) 211-2
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer.
Replacing the interior bulbs
Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently:
²interior overhead lamp
²map lamp
For bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician.
Replacing headlamp bulbs
To remove the headlamp bulb:
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position.
2. Lift the hood and remove the protective cover from the top of the
headlamps by lifting up on the rear corners and release the velcro
attachments. Lift the cover and pull towards the windshield.
3. At the back of the headlamp, pull
back slightly and up on the two
retainer pins to release the
headlamp assembly from the vehicle
and pull headlamp forward.
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ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR
To turn on the visor mirror lamps,
lift the mirror cover. Adjust the
amount of light by sliding the
control.
CLOCK
Press to increase the time displayed.
Press to decrease the time
displayed.
AUXILIARY POWER POINT
The auxiliary power point is located on the inside of the center console
armrest. This outlet should be used in place of the cigarette lighter for
optional electrical accessories.
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Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang
any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug.
Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered
by your warranty.
CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle is equipped with a
variety of console features. These
include:
²Utility compartment
²Cupholders
²Ashtray and lighter
²Compact disc changer (if
equipped)
²Auxiliary power point
²Coin holder
²Cellular phone (if equipped)
Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you
in a collision.
Mini console (if equipped)
The mini console is available in the six passenger vehicle only, and
consists of the:
²Cupholder
²Compact disc changer (if
equipped)
²Ashtray and lighter
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VEHICLE COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
The Vehicle Communication System
is designed to provide a variety of
safety enhancing services and offers
access to hands-free calling through
the Vehicle Communication System
wireless phone. The system includes
and requires the use of an activated
Vehicle Communication System
wireless phone to operate. The
wireless phone contains specialized
software that integrates it with the
vehicle systems. A more detailed
owner's manual on how to use the
Vehicle Communication System and your wireless phone will be delivered
to your home within 7 days of the original vehicle sale date. A detailed
owner's manual with terms and conditions for use is included. Contact
the dealer if you have any questions or concerns about your Vehicle
Communication System.
Using Vehicle Communication System
To use Vehicle Communication System properly, follow these three steps:
1. Activate the wireless phone with Sprint PCS
2. Dock the wireless phone in the docking station located in the center
console armrest (once the phone is docked, the armrest can be closed)
3. Activate your Vehicle Communication System with the Lincoln
Response Center by pressing the ªiº Button
S.O.S.INFO
S.O.S.INFO
i
i
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Volume Control Ð Volume can be
controlled using the audio system
controls.
First Owner/First Time Activation
²After receiving the wireless phone and welcome kit, please contact
Sprint PCS at 1±866±PCS-AUTO (1±866±727±2886) and select option
ª1º for activations. When calling Sprint PCS to activate your phone,
please do not call from your new wireless phone.
Note:Following the three-month introductory period, you must continue
to enroll in a Sprint PCS voice plan in order to enable any of the Vehicle
Communication System features.
²Turn the ignition to ªACCº. Open the center console armrest and fold
the presenter arm out. Place the wireless phone in the docking
station. If the phone is docked properly, the audio display should read
ªVCS ACTIVEº. The Vehicle Communication System will not function
if the phone is not properly docked.
²Press the ª iº Button and when voice communication is established
with the Lincoln Response Center, indicate that you are a new
customer and the specialist will introduce you to the features. The
purpose of this call is to verify that your Vehicle Communication
System is active and functioning properly. In the event that the
Vehicle Communication System does not function properly, please
contact your Lincoln dealership for assistance.
Leased Vehicles
If the vehicle is leased, the wireless phone should be returned to the
dealership at the end of the lease term. At the end of the lease term, you
have the option to purchase the wireless phone for the price of its
replacement. Please be sure to contact Sprint PCS at 1±866±PCS-AUTO
(1±866±727±2886) for wireless service options if you keep the phone or
call to deactivate your account prior to lease termination.
VOL
PUSH ON
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Second Owner/Re-Lessees
The Vehicle Communication System will not function without an
activated wireless phone with Sprint PCS. The wireless phone may be
purchased through Lincoln dealerships. Wireless service can be activated
with Sprint PCS. Just following the steps in theªFirst Time Activationº
section above.
Vehicle Communication System Limitations
²Vehicle Communication System services are available in the 48
contiguous states and Hawaii
²Vehicle Communication System services are not available in Alaska
²Only available within range of the cellular systems
²Connection limited by atmospheric and topographical conditions
²Connection limited by cellular network capabilities and infrastructure
²The wireless phone must have an active wireless service plan with
Sprint PCS and docked in the docking station located in the center
console for Vehicle Communication System to function properly
²The vehicle must be running or the ignition must be turned to either
ªACCº or ªRUN/ONº position
²May become inoperative if the vehicle is involved in an accident,
damaging one or more components
²Sprint PCS Voice Command (SM) services are only available on the
Sprint PCS network
Global Positioning Satellites are used to deliver location information
(only at the request of the vehicle occupants or in the event an airbag
deploys) and may not be available if signal is obstructed. (If a signal is
unavailable, the last valid position obtained before the signal was
obstructed will be sent.)
Vehicle Communication System is powered by the vehicle's battery and
will not operate if the battery is discharged or disconnected.
Vehicle Communication System specialist will make all reasonable efforts
to contact the Public Safety service providers but cannot be held
responsible for their response time or their activities.
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CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM.Displayed when the electrical system is
not maintaining proper voltage. If you are operating electrical accessories
when the engine is idling at a low speed, turn off as many of the
electrical loads as soon as possible. If the warning stays on or comes on
when the engine is operating at normal speeds, have the electrical
system checked as soon as possible.
LOW FUEL LEVEL.Displayed when you have approximately 80 km (50
miles) to empty.
LOW ENGINE COOLANT.Displayed when the engine coolant level is
low. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine and
let it cool. Check the coolant and level. Refer toEngine coolantin the
Maintenance and specificationschapter.
LOW TIRE PRESSURE (if equipped).Displayed when the tire
pressure is low. Check the tire pressure. Refer toChecking the tire
pressurein theMaintenance and specificationschapter.
GEAR DISPLAY DATA ERR.Displayed when the data used to provide
the redundant gear selection display on the instrument cluster is missing
or invalid. In this case, the instrument cluster redundant gear selection
display is turned off. The driver should use the mechanical position
indication on the center console gear selector as temporary indication. If
this warning stays on, contact your dealer as soon as safely possible.
CHECK/TIGHTEN FUEL CAP.Displayed when the fuel filler cap is
not properly installed. Proper fuel filler cap installation is checked
automatically as the vehicle is driven but not until after some fuel is used
(fuel gauge drops below full). Once the fuel filler cap is properly
secured, the ªCHECK/TIGHTEN FUEL CAPº message will turn off after a
short period of driving. Refer toFuel Filler Capin theMaintenance
and specificationschapter.
BRAKE LAMP OUT.Displayed when the brake lamps are activated and
at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as safely possible
and have the burned out lamp replaced. The center high-mount
brakelamp is not monitored.
CHECK TRACTION CONTROL.Displayed when the Traction
Controlysystem is not operating properly. If this message is displayed
on the message centerandthe amber T/C OFF light in the Traction
Controlyon/off switch isnotilluminated, the Traction Controlysystem
will be partially operable. If this warning stays on, contact your dealer for
service as soon as possible. For further information, refer toTraction
controlyin theDrivingchapter.
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The fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
1 5A Lighting Control Module:
Anti-Theft Indicator Lamp, PWM
Dimming Output, Illumination
Lamps for Microphone, RR and
LR Door Ashtrays, Heated Seat
Switches, Rear Defrost Control
Switch, EATC Control Panel,
Message Center Switches, Speed
Control Switches, Cigar Lighter,
Console and Ashtray
2 10A Data Link Connector (DLC),
Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
12345
7891011
17
13 14 15 16
19 20 21
25 26 27 28 29
31 30
36
6
12
18
24
32
33 34 35
37 38 39 40 41
2223
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
31 15A Lighting Control Module (LCM):
FCU, Electronic Day/Night Mirror,
RH and LH Courtesy Lamp, Door
Courtesy Lamps, RH and LH Map
Lamps, RR and LR Reading
Lamps, RH and LH Visor Lamps,
Storage Bin Lamps, Trunk Lid
Lamp, Glove Box Lamp, Light
Sensor Amplifier
32 15A Speed Control DEAC. Switch,
Brake On/Off (BOO) Switch
33 Ð Not Used
34 15A Console Shift Illumination, A/C
Clutch Cycling Pressure Switch,
A/C Clutch Relay (DTR) Sensor,
Intake Manifold Runner Control,
Backup Lamps
35 Ð Not Used
36 Ð Not Used
37 30A Subwoofer Amplifier, Radio
38 10A Analog Clock, CD Player, Mobile
Telephone Transceiver, RESCU
39 10A Power Door Locks, Power Seats,
Power Mirrors, Keyless Entry, LF
Seat Module, LF Door Module
40 10A Cornering Lamps
41 20A Door Locks
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