headlamp LINCOLN MARK VIII 1998 User Guide

Autolock
The autolock feature will lock all of the doors when:
²all vehicle doors are fully closed
²the ignition key is turned to the ON position
²the vehicle is in a forward gear and
²you exceed 5 km/h (3 mph).
The autolock feature repeats when:
²the ignition key remains in the ON position
²a door is opened and then closed
²the vehicle is in a forward gear, and
²you exceed 5 km/h (3 mph).
The autolock feature can be turned on/off by using the feature menu in
the message center. Refer toElectronic message centerfor more
information.
PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM
Arming the system
When armed, this system will help protect your vehicle from
unauthorized entry. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will
flash the headlamps and/or parking lamps and the theft indicator lamp
and will chirp the horn.
The system is ready to arm whenever the ignition is turned OFF. Any of
the following actions will prearm the alarm system:
²Locking the doors with the
remote transmitter (doors opened
or closed). The horn will chirp to
confirm that the control was
pressed. The horn chirp feature
can be turned on/off by using the
feature menu in the message
center.
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Before starting the vehicle:
1. Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts. For
more information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to the
Seating and safety restraintschapter.
2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off.
3. Make sure the parking brake is
set.
4. Make sure the gearshift is in P
(Park).
5. Turn the key to 4 (ON) without
turning the key to 5 (START).
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3
2
4
5
Starting
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
5 10A Day/Night Sensor, Cluster (Oil Pressure,
Brake Warning, Speed Control), I/P
Warning Indicator Display, Steering
Column/Ignition/Lighting Module (Logic
Input)
6 10A Starter Motor Relay
7 15A Steering Column/Ignition/Lighting Module
(Left Turn Lamps)
8 Ð Not Used
9 10A Blower Motor Relay, Electronic Automatic
Temperature Control Module
10 30A Windshield Wipers
11 10A Coil Drivers, Radio Noise Capacitors, PCM
Relay
12 10A Passenger's Power and Heated Seats
13 15A Steering Column/Ignition/Lighting Module
(Right Turn Lamps)
14 30A Cigar Lighter, Cellular Phone, Power Point
15 10A Air Bag Diagnostic Monitor
16 20A Moonroof
17 10A Instrument Cluster (Charging Indicator)
18 Ð Not Used
19 10A Steering Column/Ignition/Lighting Module
(Left Low-Beam Headlamp)
20 10A Message Center, Instrument Cluster,
Electronic Automatic Temperature Control
Module
21 10A EVAC/Fill Connector, Anti-Lock Brake
Control Module
22 Ð Not Used
23 Ð Not Used
24 Ð Not Used
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
25 10A Steering Column/Ignition/Lighting Module
(Right Low-Beam Headlamp)
26 15A Steering Column/Ignition/Lighting Module
(Courtesy Lighting, Demand Lighting)
27 Ð Not Used
28 10A Instrument Cluster, I/P Warning Indicator
Display, Air Suspension/EVO Steering
Module, Rear Window Defrost Module,
Steering Wheel Position Sensor,
Transmission Control Switch
29 Ð Not Used
30 10A Heated Mirrors
31 10A Steering Column/Ignition/Lighting Module
(Park Lamps)
32 15A Brake On/Off Switch, Brake Pressure
Switch
33 Ð Not Used
34 15A Heated Seats, Backup Lamps, Speed
Control, Daytime Running Lamps, A/C
Cycling Switch, Digital Transmission Range
Sensor, Intake Manifold Runner Control
Module
35 10A Driver's Power and Heated Seats
36 Ð Not Used
37 Ð Not Used
38 10A Data Link Connector
39 Ð Not Used
40 Ð Not Used
41 10A Keyless Entry, Power Door Locks, Power
Mirror Switch, Memory/Recall Switch,
Driver's Door Module
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sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not
permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent
it from working. Information about your vehicle's emission system is on
the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the
engine. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up
specifications.
Please consult your ªWarranty Guideº for complete emission warranty
information.
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of
the on-board diagnostic (OBD-II) system. If your ªcheck engine/service
engine soonº light is on, reference the applicable light description in the
Warning Lights and Chimessection of your owners guide. Your vehicle
may not pass the I/M test with the ªcheck engine/service engine soonº
light on.
If the vehicle's powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,
the OBD-II system is reset to a ªnot ready for I/M testº condition. To
ready the OBD-II system for I/M testing, a minimum of 30 minutes of city
and highway driving is necessary as described below:
²First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway.
²Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop and go, city type traffic with
at least four idle periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete.
EXTERIOR BULBS
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of the following lamps frequently:
²Headlamps
²Tail lamps
²Brakelamps
²High-mount brakelamp
²Turn signals
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²Backup lamps
²License plate lamp
Do not remove lamp bulbs unless they will be replaced immediately. If a
bulb is removed for an extended period of time, contaminants may enter
the lamp housings and affect performance.
Replacing headlamp bulbs
The high beam headlamps on your vehicle use halogen bulbs. If the lamp
burns out, simply replace it with a new one.
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of
children's reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to
break the next time the headlamps are operated.
Unlike the high beam headlamps, the low beam headlamps on your
vehicle use a ªhigh intensity dischargeº source. These lamps operate at a
high voltage.
Low beam headlamps that flicker, are dim, or appear yellow or red
should be replaced using the following instructions provided the vehicle
is equipped with an orange sticker displayed near the front of the engine
compartment which reads WARNING: HIGH VOLTAGE.
Take your vehicle to your Lincoln Mercury dealer for service if:
²One or both of your low beam headlamp bulbs are burned out and the
orange sticker which reads WARNING: HIGH VOLTAGE is not
displayed near the front of the engine compartment or
²The message center displays ªCHECK HEADLAMPS.º
Replacing the low beam headlamp bulb
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position.
2. Lift the hood and disconnect the
battery ground cable.
3. Remove the sight shield located
above the headlamps.
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4. Remove the retaining screw from
the corner of the headlamp
assembly.
5. Remove the bolts from the top of
the headlamp assembly.
6. Gently pull the headlamp
assembly forward. Noting the
location of each connector,
disconnect the wire connectors from
the headlamp assembly.
7. Remove the headlamp assembly
and place it on a clean work surface.
8. Remove the low beam headlamp
housing cover by rotating
counterclockwise 1/4 turn.
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9. Remove the headlamp bulb
retaining nuts.
10. Remove the headlamp bulb
assembly.
11. Slide the headlamp level and
bracket off the bulb assembly and
remove.
12. Twist headlamp housing
counterclockwise to remove
headlamp bulb from socket.
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To install the new low beam headlamp bulb:
1. Insert the new bulb into the
socket and twist clockwise to lock
into place.
2. Pull the headlamp level and
bracket over the bulb assembly and
snap into place.
3. Insert the bulb assembly into the
socket opening.
4. Install the retaining nuts. Tighten
them 1/4 turn past finger tight.
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5. Position the low beam headlamp
housing cover over the bulb
assembly and rotate clockwise to
lock into place.
6. Match the remaining wire
connectors with their proper mates
and reinstall.
7. Reinstall the top bolts. Tighten
1/2 turn past finger tight.
8. Reinstall the retaining screw at
the corner of the headlamp
assembly.
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