Lincoln 2000 Continental User manual

Before driving

Introduction 2

Instrumentation 6

Controls and features 22

Seating and safety restraints 92

Starting and driving

Starting 120

Driving 125

Roadside emergencies 141

Servicing

Maintenance and care 162

Capacities and specifications 209

Customer assistance 214

Reporting safety defects 225

Index 226

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Contents

The following warning may be required by California law:

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

Engine exhaust, some if its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, or birth defects or other reproductive harm.

ICONS

Indicates a safety alert. Read the

following section on Warnings.

Indicates vehicle information related

to recycling and other

environmental concerns will follow.

Correct vehicle usage and the

authorized disposal of waste

cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards

protecting the environment.

Indicates a message regarding child

safety restraints. Refer to Seating

and safety restraints for more

information.

Indicates that this Owner Guide

contains information on this subject.

Please refer to the Index to locate

the appropriate section which will

provide you more information.

Introduction

WARNINGS

Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal

injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its

equipment.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the

first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is

necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in.

INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE

The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing.

Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring

obligation.

Introduction

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide

Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front

Air Bag-Side Child Seat

Child Seat Installation

Warning

Child Seat Tether

Anchorage

Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System

Brake Fluid -

Non-Petroleum Based Traction Control

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield

Defrost/Demist

Rear Window

Defrost/Demist

Power Windows

Front/Rear Power Window Lockout

Introduction

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Child Safety Door

Lock/Unlock

Interior Luggage

Compartment Release

Symbol

Panic Alarm Engine Oil

Engine Coolant Engine Coolant

Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames,

or Sparks Battery Acid

Explosive Gas Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid

Level

MAX

MIN

Emission System Engine Air Filter

Passenger Compartment

Air Filter Jack

Introduction

MPH

km/h

ABS

BRAKE

+–

RPMx1000

T/C

OFF

FILL ON RIGHT

SERVICE

ENGINE

SOON

AIR

BAG

TURN ON

HEAD

LAMPS

456

100

120

100 120

140

160

180

200

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RESUME

SET ACCEL

COAST

OFF ON

MODE VOL

TEMP FAN

0FF

LIGHTS

AUTO

LAMP

LO F

OFF

Headlamp

control

(pg. 22)

Turn signal and

wiper/washer control

(pg. 48)

Instrument cluster

(pg. 8)

Driver air bag

(pg. 104)

Speed control

(pg. 49)

Instrument panel

dimmer switch

(pg. 23)

Auto lamp

(pg. 23)

Instrumentation

SYSTEM

DRIVER ID

TRIP

RESET

SELECT

DISPLAY

DTE ECON

VEHICLE HANDLING

VOL

PUSH ON

TAPE

MUTE SEEK TUNE

AM FM REW FF SIDE 1 2 COMP SHUFF

EXT OFF MAX

A/C

CD EJ RDS

SCAN AUTO

AUTO

3456

FRONT

REAR

BASS

TREB

SEL

BAL

FADE

HI HI

OFF OFF

BACK

BOTH BOTH

BACK

Electronic sound

system controls*

(pg. 48)

Message Center

(pg. 14) Clock

(pg. 30) Electronic sound system

(pg. 30)

Climate control system

(pg. 24)

Heated seat control

(pg. 94)

Climate controls

(pg. 48) * if equipped

Instrumentation

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Service engine soon

Your vehicle is equipped with a

computer that monitors the engine’s

emission control system. This

system is commonly known as the

On Board Diagnostics System (OBD

II). The OBD II system protects the

environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet

government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the

service technician in properly servicing your vehicle.

The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is

first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the

engine is started, one of the engine’s emission control systems may be

malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern

being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require

towing.

What you should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates

Light turns on solid:

This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction.

Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to

illuminate. Examples are:

1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run

poorly.)

2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.

3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely

tightened.

MPH

km/h

ABS

BRAKE

+–

RPMx1000

T/C

OFF

FILL ON RIGHT

SERVICE

ENGINE

SOON

AIR

BAG

TURN ON

HEAD

LAMPS

456

100

120

100 120

140

160

180

200

000000.0

SERVICE

ENGINE

SOON

Instrumentation

These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank

with high quality fuel of the recommended octane and/or properly

installing and securely tightening the gas cap. After three driving cycles

without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Service

Engine Soon light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold

engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional

vehicle service is required.

If the Service Engine Soon light remains on, have your vehicle serviced

at the first available opportunity.

Light is blinking:

Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter.

You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and

deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available

opportunity.

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures

could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior

floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

Air bag readiness

Momentarily illuminates when the

ignition is turned ON. If the light

fails to illuminate, continues to flash

or remains on, have the system

serviced immediately.

Safety belt

Momentarily illuminates when the

ignition is turned to the ON position

to remind you to fasten your safety

belts. For more information, refer to

the Seating and safety restraints

chapter.

AIR

BAG

Instrumentation

Brake system warning

Momentarily illuminates when the

ignition is turned to the ON

position. Also illuminates if the

parking brake is engaged. If the

brake warning lamp does not

illuminate at these times, seek service immediately. Illumination after

releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake

system should be inspected immediately.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

Momentarily illuminates when the

ignition is turned to the ON

position. If the light remains on,

continues to flash or fails to

illuminate, have the system serviced

immediately. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is

disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning

light also remains illuminated with the parking brake released.

Turn signal

Illuminates when the left or right

turn signal or the hazard lights are

turned on. If one or both of the

indicators stay on continuously or

flash faster, check for a burned-out

turn signal bulb. Refer to Exterior bulbs in the Maintenance and care

chapter.

High beams

Illuminates when the high beam

headlamps are turned on.

BRAKE

ABS

Instrumentation

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