1996 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL Customer Assistance Guide

Fuse
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription2810A
· Shift interlock
· VDM logic power
· Instrument cluster logic power
· Rear defrost control2910A
· Luxury RCU station signal
· Navigation module signal3010A
· Heated mirror right
· Heated mirror left3115A
· Voltage dimming for FCU
and stand alone clock
· Courtesy lamps in the doors
Rear reading lamps
· Map lamps
· RH & LH I/P courtesy lamps
· Engine compartment lamp
· Visor lamps
· Storage bin lamp (5 passenger
only)
· Luggage compartment lamp
· Glove box lamp3215A
· Speed control brake deact
switch
· Stop lamp switchFuse
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription33(Not used)3415A
· Back-up L & R lamp ext.
· DRL module (Canada only)
· EATC clutch
· Speed control logic
· IMRC3520A
· L & R heated seat module power36(Not used)37(Not used)3810A
· OBD 11 scan tool connection3910A
· DSM logic power
· DDM logic power
· Door lock switches
· Keyless keypad switch
· Memory set switch
· Driver seat switch
· Power mirror switch4010A
· Blend door actuator
· LTPS4120A
· Door locks (DDM)271

High Current Fuses
High current fuses are circuit protectors that are
part of the wiring harness for some electrical
equipment. These, like fuses, open when the
circuit load exceeds their amperage rating. High
current fuses may be purchased from your Ford or
Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
The high current fuse panel is located in the engine
compartment on the left-hand fender apron./!\ WARNINGAlways disconnect the battery beforeservicing high current fuses.Ford recommends that high current fuses be
replaced by a qualified technician.
272The high current fuse panel location

The underside of the high current fuse panel cover
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Fuse
LocationMaxi-Fuse
Amp
RatingDescriptionFuse
LocationMaxi-Fuse
Amp RatingDescription1
2
340A
60A
60A· EATC blower motor
· Engine cooling fans
· Air suspension compressor relay1330A
· DSM
· Heated seats
· Driver 4-way power
lumbar seats460A
· ABS module
· EVAC and fill14 30A
· Passenger power seat
· Passenger 4-way power560A
· Fuse panel to LCM
· OBD 111530A
· Luxury radio
· Sub woofer amplifier
· CD player660A
· Fuse panel to LCM CD player1620A
· HI beam730A
· VDM1720A
· Horn840A
· Heated mirrors
· Heated backlight1810A
· Air bags940A
· DDM
· LH power windows
· Door locks19Not used1040A
· RH power windows2010A
· PCM KAPWR1140A
· Ignition switch to fuse panel2110A
· Alternator sensor
· Alternator field supply1240A
· Ignition switch to fuse panel
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Fuse
LocationMaxi-Fuse
Amp RatingDescription22Not used23Relay
· HI beam headlamps relay2420A
· Fuel pump2520A
· Thermactor pump26Relay
· EATC blower motor relay2730A
· PCM
· STC28Not used29Relay
· Horns relay30Relay
· Powertrain control module
relayChecking and Replacing Fuses
If you need to check a fuse, follow these steps:
1. Find the fuse panel underneath the instrument
panel to the left of the steering column.
Squeeze together the two areas indicated by
the arrows and pull down to remove the
cover.
2. Find the fuse you want to check (fuses are
numbered on the fuse panel) and remove it
with the fuse pulling tool that is provided.
3. Check the fuse to see if it is blown. Look
through the clear side of the fuse to see if the
metal wire inside is separated. If it is, the fuse
should be replaced.
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The side view of a Blade type fuseThe side view of a high current fjuse
2764. Replace the fuse with one that has the rightamperage rating. (See the following charts.)
Instrument Panel
Fuse ColorAmperageTan5ARed10ABlue15AYellow20AGreen30AHigh Current Fuse
ColorAmperageYellow20AGreen30AOrange40ABlue60A

/! WARNINGAlways replace a fuse with one that has thespecified amperage rating. Using a fuse witha higher amperage rating can cause severewire damage and could start a fire.5.Align the edge of the cover with the edge of
the fuse panel and push the cover up until it
latches.
Even after you replace a fuse, it will continue to
blow if you do not find what caused the overload.
If the fuse continues to blow, have your electrical
system checked.
Lights and Bulb Replacement
It is a good idea to check the operation of the
following lights ftequently: headlamps high-mount brakelamp tail lamps brakelamps hazard flasher turn signals side markers license plate lamp
The alignment of your headlamps should be
checked if: oncoming motorists frequently signal you to
turn off your vehicle's high beams when you do
not have the high beams on the headlamps do not seem to give you enough
light to see clearly at night
277

the headlamp beams are pointed substantially
away from a position slightly down and to the
right
Headlamp Bulb
The headlamps on your vehicle use replaceable
bulbs. When the lamp bums out, simply replace
the bulb, rather than the whole lamp./!\ WARNINGHandle a halogen headlamp bulb carefullyand keep out of children's reach. Grasp thebulb only by its plastic base and do nottouch the glass. The oil from your handcould cause the bulb to break the next timethe headlamps are operated.278Removing the headlamp bulb
Do not remove the burned-out bulb unless you can
immediately replace it with a new one. If a bulb is
removed for an extended period of time,
contaminants may enter the headlamp housing and
affect its performance.
Rear face of bulb socket Reflector Flat side of plastic base bulb retaining ringParts of a headlamp
Electrical connector Lock Unlock