coolant LINCOLN CONTINENTAL 2020 Owners Manual

Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart
...........................300
Changing a Fuse ..........................................
315
Maintenance
General Information .....................................
318
Opening and Closing the Hood ...............
318
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L/3.0L ..........
320
Under Hood Overview - 3.7L ...................
322
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.7L/3.0L .................
324
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.7L ..........................
324
Engine Oil Check .........................................
324
Oil Change Indicator Reset ......................
325
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.7L ......
326
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.7L/3.0L ......................................................................
327
Engine Coolant Check ...............................
328
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check ......
333
Brake Fluid Check .......................................
333
Power Steering Fluid Check .....................
334
Changing the 12V Battery .........................
334
Adjusting the Headlamps ..........................
337
Washer Fluid Check ....................................
338Fuel Filter - 2.7L/3.7L
..................................
339
Fuel Filter - 3.0L ...........................................
339
Checking the Wiper Blades ......................
339
Changing the Wiper Blades .....................
339
Changing a Bulb ..........................................
340
Vehicle Care
General Information .....................................
341
Cleaning Products ........................................
341
Cleaning the Exterior .................................
342
Waxing ............................................................
343
Cleaning the Engine ...................................
344
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades ......................................................................
344
Cleaning the Interior ...................................
345
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens ........................
347
Cleaning Leather Seats ..............................
347
Repairing Minor Paint Damage ................
348
Cleaning the Wheels ..................................
348
Vehicle Storage ...........................................
349
Body Styling Kits ...........................................
351Wheels and Tires
General Information
....................................
352
Tire Care ........................................................
352
Using Summer Tires ...................................
366
Using Snow Chains ....................................
366
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ............
367
Changing a Road Wheel ............................
372
Technical Specifications ............................
379
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications - 2.7L ......................
381
Engine Specifications - 3.0L .....................
382
Engine Specifications - 3.7L ......................
384
Motorcraft Parts - 2.7L ................................
385
Motorcraft Parts - 3.0L ...............................
386
Motorcraft Parts - 3.7L ................................
387
Vehicle Identification Number .................
389
Vehicle Certification Label ........................
389
Transmission Code Designation .............
390
Capacities and Specifications - 2.7L .......
391
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L ......
402
Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L ........
413
Bulb Specification Chart ............................
424
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Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery
Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleum based
Brake system
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt
Flammable
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard flashers
Heated rear window
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Brake System Warning Lamp
WARNING: Driving your vehicle with
the warning lamp on is dangerous. A
significant decrease in braking
performance may occur. It may take you
longer to stop your vehicle. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Driving extended distances with the
parking brake engaged can cause brake
failure and the risk of personal injury.
Note: Indicators vary depending on region.
This lamp is a dual function lamp and will
illuminate when:
• You apply the parking brake with the
ignition on.
• Your vehicle has a brake fault or low
brake fluid level, regardless of parking
brake position. If the lamp illuminates when you
are moving, you may have the
parking brake applied. Make sure
the parking brake is off. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as
possible if the lamp continues to
illuminate.
Cruise Control Illuminates when you switch this
feature on.
Direction Indicator Illuminates when the left or right
turn signal or the hazard warning
flasher is turned on. If the
indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a
burned out bulb.
See Changing a Bulb
(page 340).
Door Ajar Displays when the ignition is on
and any door is not completely
closed.Also displays when there is a lack of battery
power to the electronic door system. If this
displays with all doors closed, have your
vehicle serviced by an authorized dealer
immediately.
Electric Park Brake
Illuminates or flashes when the
electric parking brake has a
malfunction.
See Electric Parking
Brake (page 213).
Engine Coolant Temperature Illuminates when the engine
coolant temperature is high. Stop
the vehicle as soon as possible,
switch off the engine and let cool.
See
Engine Coolant Check (page 328).
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Tachometer
Indicates the engine speed in revolutions
per minute. Driving with your tachometer
pointer continuously at the top of the scale
may damage the engine.
Turbo Gauge (If Equipped)
Indicates the amount of manifold air pressure
in the engine.
Temperature Gauge
Indicates engine coolant temperature. At
normal operating temperature, the level
indicator will be in the normal range. If the
engine coolant temperature exceeds the
normal range, stop your vehicle as soon as
safely possible, switch off the engine and let
the engine cool.
WARNING: Do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap when the engine is
on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10
minutes for the cooling system to cool
down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap with
a thick cloth to prevent the possibility of
scalding and slowly remove the cap.
Failure to follow this instruction could result
in personal injury.
Head Up Display
(If Equipped)
See
Head Up Display (page 144).
Phone
See
General Information (page 444).
Audio
See
General Information (page 444).
Navigation
(If Equipped)
See
General Information (page 444). INFORMATION MESSAGES
Note:
Depending on your vehicle options
and instrument cluster type, not all of these
messages may be available and certain
messages may be abbreviated or shortened. Press the
OK button to acknowledge and
remove some messages from the information
display. Other messages will be removed
automatically after a short time.
Certain messages need to be confirmed
before you can access the menus.
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Action
Message
The brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately. See Brake
Fluid Check (page 333).
Brake Fluid Level Low
The brake system needs servicing. Stop the vehicle in a safe place. Contact an authorized dealer.
Check Brake System
The engine coolant temperature is excessively high.
Engine Coolant Over Temperature
The washer fluid is low and needs to be refilled.
Washer Fluid Level Low
Indicates that your vehicle is still in Transport mode. This may not allow some features to operateproperly. Contact an authorized dealer.
Transport Mode Contact Dealer
Indicates that your vehicle is still in Factory mode. This may not allow some features to operateproperly. Contact an authorized dealer.
Factory Mode Contact Dealer
Informs the driver that the powertrain needs service due to a powertrain\
malfunction.
See Manual
The engine has reduced power to help reduce high engine temperature.
Power Reduced to Lower Engine Temp
The brake system has reduced stopping power.
Brake Applied Power Reduced
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ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:
Failure to follow engine
block heater instructions could result in
property damage or serious personal
injury. WARNING:
Do not use your heater
with ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged adapters. There is a risk of
electrical shock. WARNING:
Do not fully close the
hood, or allow it to drop under its own
weight when using the engine block
heater. This could damage the power cable
and may cause an electrical short resulting
in fire, injury and property damage.
Note: The heater is most effective when
outdoor temperatures are below
0°F (-18°C). The heater acts as a starting aid by warming
the engine coolant. This allows the climate
control system to respond quickly. The
equipment includes a heater element,
installed in the engine block and a wire
harness. You can connect the system to a
grounded 120-volt AC electrical source.
We recommend that you do the following for
a safe and correct operation:
•
Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord
that is product certified by Underwriter’ s
Laboratory (UL) or Canadian Standards
Association (CSA). This extension cord
must be suitable for use outdoors, in cold
temperatures, and be clearly marked
Suitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances. Do not use an indoor
extension cord outdoors. This could
result in an electric shock or become a
fire hazard.
• Use as short an extension cord as
possible.
• Do not use multiple extension cords. •
Make sure that when in operation, the
extension cord plug and heater cord plug
connections are free and clear of water.
This could cause an electric shock or fire.
• If the block heater cord is under the
hood, Do Not remove the wiring from its
original location. Do Not close the hood
on the extension wiring.
• Make sure your vehicle is parked in a
clean area, clear of combustibles.
• Make sure the heater, heater cord and
extension cord are firmly connected.
• Check for heat anywhere in the electrical
hookup once the system has been
operating for approximately 30 minutes.
• Make sure the system is unplugged and
properly stowed before starting and
driving your vehicle. Make sure the
protective cover seals the prongs of the
block heater cord plug when not in use.
• Make sure the heater system is checked
for proper operation before winter.
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Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 328).
A.
Engine oil filler cap.
See Engine Oil Check (page 324).
B.
Engine oil dipstick.
See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 324).
C.
Brake fluid reservoir.
See Brake Fluid Check (page 333).
D.
Battery.
See Changing the 12V Battery (page 334).
E.
Engine compartment fuse box.
See Changing a Fuse (page 315).
F.
Air filter assembly.
See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 327).
G.
Automatic transmission dipstick.
See Automatic Transmission Fluid Check (page 333).
H.
Washer fluid reservoir.
See Washer Fluid Check (page 338).
I.
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 3.7L
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 328).
A.
Engine oil filler cap.
See Engine Oil Check (page 324).
B.
Engine oil dipstick.
See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 324).
C.
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1. Release the clamps that secure the air
filter housing cover.
2. Carefully lift the air filter housing cover.
3. Remove the air filter element from the air
filter housing.
4. Wipe any dirt or debris from the air filter housing and cover to make sure no dirt
gets in the engine and to make sure you
have a good seal. 5.
Install a new air filter element. Be careful
not to crimp the filter element edges
between the air filter housing and cover.
This could cause filter damage and allow
unfiltered air to enter the engine if not
properly seated.
6. Install the air filter housing cover.
7. Engage the clamps to secure the air filter
housing cover to the air filter housing.
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK WARNING: Do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap when the engine is
on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10
minutes for the cooling system to cool
down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap with
a thick cloth to prevent the possibility of
scalding and slowly remove the cap.
Failure to follow this instruction could result
in personal injury. WARNING: Do not put coolant in the
windshield washer reservoir. If sprayed on
the windshield, coolant could make it
difficult to see through the windshield. WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
personal injury, make sure the engine is
cool before unscrewing the coolant
pressure relief cap. The cooling system is
under pressure. Steam and hot liquid can
come out forcefully when you loosen the
cap slightly. WARNING:
Do not add coolant
further than the MAX mark.
When the engine is cold, check the
concentration and level of the coolant at the
intervals listed in the scheduled maintenance
information.
See Scheduled Maintenance
(page 510).
Note: Make sure that the coolant level is
between the
MIN and MAX marks on the
coolant reservoir.
Note: Coolant expands when it is hot. The
level may extend beyond the
MAX mark.
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Maintain coolant concentration within 48%
to 50%, which equates to a freeze point
between -29°F (-34°C) and -35°F (-37°C).
Coolant concentration should be checked
using a refractometer. We do not recommend
the use of hydrometers or coolant test strips
for measuring coolant concentration.
Adding Coolant WARNING:
Do not add engine
coolant when the engine is on or the
cooling system is hot. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury. WARNING:
Do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap when the engine is
on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10
minutes for the cooling system to cool
down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap with
a thick cloth to prevent the possibility of
scalding and slowly remove the cap.
Failure to follow this instruction could result
in personal injury. WARNING: Do not put coolant in the
windshield washer reservoir. If sprayed on
the windshield, coolant could make it
difficult to see through the windshield.
Note: Do not use stop leak pellets, cooling
system sealants, or non-specified additives
as they can cause damage to the engine
cooling or heating systems. Resulting
component damage may not be covered by
the vehicle Warranty.
Note: Automotive fluids are not
interchangeable.
It is very important to use prediluted coolant
approved to the correct specification in order
to avoid plugging the small passageways in
the engine cooling system.
See Capacities
and Specifications (page 381). Do not mix
different colors or types of coolant in your
vehicle. Mixing of engine coolants or using
an incorrect coolant may harm the engine or
cooling system components and may not be
covered by the vehicle Warranty. Note:
If prediluted coolant is not available,
use the approved concentrated coolant
diluting it to 50/50 with distilled water.
See
Capacities and Specifications (page 381).
Using water that has not been deionised
may contribute to deposit formation,
corrosion and plugging of the small cooling
system passageways.
Note: Coolants marketed for all makes and
models may not be approved to our
specifications and may cause damage to
the cooling system. Resulting component
damage may not be covered by the vehicle
Warranty.
If the coolant level is at or below the
minimum mark, add prediluted coolant
immediately.
To top up the coolant level do the following:
1. Unscrew the cap slowly. Any pressure escapes as you unscrew the cap.
2. Add prediluted coolant approved to the correct specification. See Capacities and
Specifications
(page 381).
3. Add enough prediluted coolant to reach
the correct level.
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