belt LINCOLN CONTINENTAL 2018 Workshop Manual

Note: Do not use razor blades or othersharp objects to clean or remove decals fromthe inside of the heated rear window. Thevehicle warranty does not cover damagecaused to the heated rear window grid lines.
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
WARNING: Do not use cleaningsolvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle'sseatbelts, as these actions may weaken thebelt webbing.
WARNING: On vehicles equipped withseat-mounted airbags, do not use chemicalsolvents or strong detergents. Such productscould contaminate the side airbag systemand affect performance of the side airbag ina crash.
Note:Follow the same procedure forcleaning leather seats when cleaning leatherinterior. See Cleaning Leather Seats (page341).
Note:Do not use household cleaningproducts or glass cleaners, which can stainand discolor the fabric and affect the flameretardant abilities of the seat materials.
For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety beltsand seats equipped with side airbags:
•Remove dust and loose dirt with avacuum cleaner.
•Remove light stains and soil withMotorcraft® Professional Strength Carpet& Upholstery Cleaner.
For grease or tar stains:
•Spot clean the area with Motorcraft® Spotand Stain Remover. In Canada, useMotorcraft® Multi-Purpose Cleaner.
•If a ring forms on the fabric after spotcleaning, clean the entire areaimmediately, but do not oversaturate orthe ring will set.
Cleaning Black Label or PresidentialInterior (If Equipped)
Note:Alcantara microfiber cloth fabric ismade of polyester microfiber withmicro-porous polyurethane. Usingcommercially available fabric cleaners cancause permanent damage.
Note:Do not use commercially availableleather and vinyl cleaning products onAlcantara microfiber cloth fabric.
Note:Lincoln Black Label or Presidentialvehicles may have Alcantara microfiber clothfabric on the seats, headliner, floor mats anddoor panels.
Depending on the type of stain, use water,lemon juice or pure ethyl alcohol whencleaning. For cleaning Alcantara microfibercloth, refer to the following chart:
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Vehicle Care

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 2.7L
SpecificationMeasurement
164Cubic inches
1-4-2-5-3-6Firing order
10.0:1Compression ratio
0.028–0.031 in (0.7–0.8 mm)Spark plug gap
Coil in plugIgnition system
Drivebelt Routing
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Drivebelt Routing
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 3.7L
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SpecificationMeasurement
227Cubic inches
1-4-2-5-3-6Firing order
10.5:1Compression ratio
0.049 - 0.053 in (1.25 - 1.35 mm)Spark plug gap
Coil on plugIgnition system
Drivebelt Routing
3.7L Duratec
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Note:Before setting this feature on, makesure that you read the 911 Assist PrivacyNotice later in this section for importantinformation.
Note:If any user sets 911 Assist to on or off,that setting applies for all paired phones. If911 Assist is switched off and the phone isconnected to SYNC, an icon displays on thestatus bar.
Note:Every phone operates differently.While SYNC 911 Assist works with mostcellular phones, some may have troubleusing this feature.
If a crash deploys an airbag (excluding kneeairbags and rear inflatable safety belts [ifequipped]) or activates the fuel pumpshut-off, your SYNC-equipped vehicle maybe able to contact emergency services bydialing 911 through a paired and connectedBluetooth-enabled phone. You can learnmore about the 911 Assist feature, by visiting:
Website
www.owner.lincoln.comwww.syncmyride.ca
Website
www.syncmaroute.ca
For important information about airbagdeployment and the fuel pump shut-offplease see the Supplementary Restrains andRoadside Emergencies sections of yourowner manual.
To switch 911 Assist on and off please viewthe settings information. See Settings (page480).
To make sure that 911 Assist works correctly:
•SYNC must be powered and workingproperly at the time of the incident andthroughout feature activation and use.
•The 911 Assist feature must be set onbefore the incident.
•You must pair and connect aBluetooth-enabled and compatible cellphone to SYNC.
•A connected Bluetooth-enabled phonemust have the ability to make andmaintain an outgoing call at the time ofthe incident.
•A connected Bluetooth-enabled phonemust have adequate network coverage,battery power and signal strength.
•The vehicle must have battery power andbe located in the U.S., Canada or in aterritory in which 911 is the emergencynumber.
In the Event of a Crash
Not all crashes will deploy an airbag oractivate the fuel pump shut-off (the triggersfor 911 Assist). If a connected cell phonesustains damage or loses its connection toSYNC during a crash, SYNC will search forand try to connect to a previously paired cellphone; SYNC will then attempt to call theemergency services.
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SYNC™ 3

Transferable Coverage
If you sell your vehicle before your LincolnProtect extended service plan coverageexpires, you can transfer any remainingcoverage to the new owner. Which shouldgive you and your potential buyer a littlemore peace of mind.
Less Cost to Properly Maintain Your Vehicle
Lincoln Protect extended service plan alsooffers a Premium Maintenance Plan thatcovers all scheduled maintenance, andselected wear items. The coverage isprepaid, so you never have to worry aboutthe cost of your vehicle’s maintenance.
Covered maintenance includes:
•Windshield wiper blades.
•Spark plugs.
•The clutch disc (if equipped).
•Brake pads and linings.
•Shock absorbers and struts.
•Engine cooling hoses, clamps ando-rings.
•Engine belts.
•Diesel exhaust fluid replenishment (ifequipped).
Interest Free Finance Options
Just a 10% down payment will provide youwith an affordable, no interest, no feepayment program allowing you all thesecurity and benefits Lincoln Protectextended service plan has to offer whilepaying over time. You are pre-approved withno credit check or hassles. To learn more,call our Lincoln Protect extended serviceplan specialists at 800-367-3377.
Complete the information below and mail to:
Lincoln Protect Extended Service PlanP.O. Box 321067Detroit, MI 48232
Lincoln Protect (CANADA ONLY)
You can get more protection for your vehicleby purchasing a Lincoln Protect extendedservice plan. Lincoln Protect extendedservice plan is the only service contractbacked by Lincoln Motor Company ofCanada, Limited. Depending on the plan youpurchase, Lincoln Protect extended serviceplan provides benefits such as:
•Rental reimbursement.
•Coverage for certain maintenance andwear items.
•Protection against repair costs after yourNew Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverageexpires.
•Roadside Assistance benefits.
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Lincoln Protect

Check Every Six Months
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,it is important to have the systems on yourvehicle checked regularly. This can helpidentify potential issues and prevent majorproblems. We recommend having thefollowing multi-point inspection performedat every scheduled maintenance interval tohelp make sure your vehicle keeps runninggreat.
Multi-Point Inspection
Hazard warning system operationAccessory drive belt(s)
Horn operationBattery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioning hosesEngine air filter
Suspension components for leaks or damageExhaust system
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Scheduled Maintenance

Other Maintenance Items1
Replace cabin air filter.Every 20,000 mi(32,000 km)
Replace engine air filter.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
Replace fuel filter (3.0L only).Every 40,000 mi(64,000 km)
Change engine coolant.2Every 100,000 mi(160,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.Every 100,000 mi(160,000 km)Inspect accessory drive belt(s).3
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Scheduled Maintenance

Other Maintenance Items1
Change automatic transmission fluid.Every 150,000 mi(240,000 km)Replace accessory drive belt(s).4
1 Perform these maintenance items within 3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil and filter change. Do not exceed the designated distance
for the interval.2 Initial replacement at six years or 100,000 mi (160,000 km), then every three years or 5,000 mi (8,000 km).3 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.4 If not replaced within the last 100,000 mi (160,000 km).
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need toperform extra maintenance as indicated. Ifyou operate your vehicle occasionally underany of these conditions, it is not necessaryto perform the extra maintenance. Forspecific recommendations, see yourdealership service advisor or technician.
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Scheduled Maintenance

Changing a Fuse..........................................309Fuses.....................................................................309
Changing a Road Wheel.............................364Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire AssemblyInformation......................................................365Stowing the flat tire ...........................................369Tire Change Procedure....................................366
Changing the 12V Battery..........................325Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.7LEcoBoost™/3.0L EcoBoost™.....................332Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.7L......332Changing the Wiper Blades.......................327Changing the Windshield Wiper Blades......328
Checking MyKey System Status.................64MyKey Distance.....................................................64Number of Admin Keys.......................................65Number of MyKeys...............................................64
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................327Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance..................................................44Child Restraint Positioning...........................33Child Safety.......................................................19General Information..............................................19
Child Safety Locks..........................................34Child Seats........................................................21Cleaning Leather Seats...............................341Cleaning Products........................................334Materials................................................................334
Cleaning the Engine....................................337Cleaning the Exterior...................................335Cleaning the Headlamps..................................335Exterior Chrome Parts.......................................336Exterior Plastic Parts..........................................336Stripes or Graphics............................................336Underbody...........................................................336Under Hood.........................................................336
Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens...........................340Cleaning the Interior....................................338Cleaning Black Label or PresidentialInterior...............................................................338
Cleaning the Wheels....................................341Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades...........................................................337Clearing All MyKeys.......................................64Climate............................................................454Climate Control..............................................146Climate Controlled Seats............................168Ventilated Seats...................................................168
Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check..............................319
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator..........55Creating a MyKey...........................................63Programming/Changing ConfigurableSettings...............................................................64
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................255Blocked Sensors................................................258Switching the System Off and On..................258System Errors......................................................258System Lights, Messages and AudibleAlerts.................................................................258System Limitations.............................................258Using the Cross Traffic Alert System............255
Cruise Control.................................................86Principle of Operation.......................................237Type One................................................................86Type Two.................................................................87
Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control................................237
Customer Assistance..................................286
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Data Recording................................................10Event Data Recording...........................................10Service Data Recording.......................................10
Daytime Running Lamps...............................94Type One - Conventional(Non-Configurable)..........................................95Type Two - Configurable....................................95
Direction Indicators........................................97Indicating a Lane Change...................................97
Doors and Locks.............................................67
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