1997 LINCOLN MARK VIII brake fluid

28
OTo START the Elapsed Time count when it
is stopped without resetting the counter,
briefly press the reset control for less than 2
seconds.
OTo reset the elapsed time counter, hold the
reset control down until the count reads
00:00:00 (about 2 seconds).
CompassPressing the COMPASS control will display one of
the following eight compass displays: North,
Northeast, East, Southeast, South, Southwest, West
and Northwest.
For additional information on the compass operation
and for instructions to adjust the compass, see
Electronic Compassin this chapter.System CheckA press of the SYSTEM CHECK control causes the
M/C to cycle through a status of each of the
systems being monitored. For each of the monitoredsystems, the M/C will indicate either an OK
message or a warning message for two seconds. The
sequence of the system check report is as follows:
q
Engine Oil Life Status
q
Engine Oil Life Left
q
Engine Oil Level
q
Voltage Level
q
Engine Coolant Temperature
q
Engine Coolant Level
q
Washer Fluid Level
q
Doors Closed (Driver and Rightside)
q
Trunk Closed
q
Exterior Lamps (Head, Front Turn, Brake and
Tail)
q
Air Ride System
File:03fnis8.ex
Update:Thu Jun 27 10:00:37 1996

35
CHECK TRANS-MISSIONÐ This warning
message is displayed when the transmission is not
operating properly. If this warning stays on or
comes on, contact your dealer for transmission
service as soon as safely possible.
TRANS-MISSION OVERHEATÐ This warning
message is displayed when the transmission is
overheating. This warning may appear when towing
heavy loads, or driving in a low gear at high speed
for an extended period of time. Stop the vehicle as
soon as safely possible, turn off the engine and let it
cool. Check the transmission fluid and level
following the instructions in theMaintenance and
Carechapter. If this warning stays on or continues
to come on, contact your dealer for transmission
service as soon as safely possible.CHECK BRAKE LAMPSÐ This warning message
is displayed when you turn on the brake lamps and
at least one of them is burned out. Check the
lamps as soon as safely possible, and have the
burned out lamp replaced following the instructions
in theMaintenance and Carechapter. Note the
center high mounted stop lamp is not monitored.
CHECK HEADLAMPSÐ This warning message is
displayed when you turn on the headlamps and at
least one of them is burned out. Check the lamps
as soon as safely possible, and have the burned out
lamp replaced following the instructions in the
Maintenance and Carechapter. Note the high
beam lamps are not monitored.
CHECK TAIL LAMPSÐ This warning message is
displayed when you turn on the tail lamps and at
least one of them is burned out. Check the lamps
as soon as safely possible, and have the burned out
lamp replaced following the instructions in the
Maintenance and Carechapter.
File:03fnis8.ex
Update:Thu Jun 27 10:00:37 1996

235
NOTE:If the vehicle has been operated for an
extended period at high speeds or in city traffic
during hot weather, or pulling a trailer, the vehicle
should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow
the fluid to cool before checking.Checking the Automatic Transmission
FluidWith the vehicle on a level surface and the brake
fully applied, start the engine and move the gear
shift selector through all of the gears allowing
sufficient time for each position to engage. Securely
latch the gear shift selector in the P (Park) position.
Fully set the parking brake and leave the engine
running.
NOTE:Your vehicle should not be driven if the
fluid level does not appear on the dipstick tip and
outside temperatures are above50ÊF(10ÊC).
Wipe off the dipstick cap and pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the indicator end clean. Put the dipstick back
into the filler tube and make sure it is fully seated.Pull the dipstick out and read the fluid level.
When checking fluid at normal operating
temperatures150ÊF-170ÊF (66ÊC-77ÊC), thefluid
level should be within the ªHOTº notched area on
the dipstick. When the vehicle has not been driven,
and outside temperatures are above68ÊF(20ÊC),
the fluid levels should be between the ªHOTº
notch and the tip end of the dipstick.
Adding Automatic Transmission FluidBefore adding any fluid, be sure that the correct
type will be used. Use only MerconHFluid, as
shown on handle.
Add fluid in 1/2 pint (250ML) increments through
the filler tube to bring the level to the correct area
on the dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL. If the level is
above the top hole on the dipstick, excess fluid
should be removed by a qualified technician.
File:11fnmc8.ex
Update:Thu Jun 20 14:28:32 1996

296Anti-theft system
arming the system.......... 127
description............. 127
disarming an untriggered system.... 128
disarming a triggered system...... 128
triggering.............. 128
Appeals (see Dispute settlement board) . . 272
Assistance (see Customer assistance) . . . 271
Audio system (see Electronic
sound system)............ 49
Autolamp system (see Headlamps).... 78
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic overdrive..... 177
fluid, adding............. 235
fluid, checking............ 235
fluid, refill capacities......... 264
fluid, specification.......... 265
Axle
lubricant specifications........ 265
refill capacities............ 264
B
Basic vehicle warranty........... 3
Battery................ 236
acid, treating emergencies....... 237
battery saver............. 126
charging system warning light..... 13
disconnecting............ 212
how to service............ 236
jumping a disabled battery....... 209
maintenance-free........... 236
proper disposal, recycling....... 237
replacement, specifications....... 263
servicing.............. 236
when storing your vehicle....... 268
Brake fluid............... 225
brake warning light.......... 10
checking and adding......... 225
description............. 225
specifications............ 265
File:fnix8.ex
Update:Thu Jun 27 10:02:38 1996

297
Brakes
adjustment............. 171
anti-lock.............. 171
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light........... 11
applying the brakes.......... 171
brake warning light.......... 10
fluid, checking and adding....... 225
fluid, refill capacities......225, 264
fluid, specifications.......... 265
front disc.............. 171
if brakes do not grip well....... 171
master cylinder........... 225
new brake linings........... 5
noise................ 171
parking brake and auto-release..... 172
servicing.............. 225
trailer............... 187
when storing your vehicle....... 268Break-in period.............. 5
Brights (high beams).......... 14
Bulbs, replacing............ 253
halogen............... 254
headlamps.............. 254
C
Canada, customer assistance....... 276
Canada, warranty information....... 3
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan
(CAMVAP).............. 277
Capacities for refilling fluids....... 264
Carbon monoxide in exhaust....... 169
Car seats for children
(see Child safety seats)........ 151
Catalytic converter........... 250
File:fnix8.ex
Update:Thu Jun 27 10:02:38 1996

307
O
Octane rating............. 246
Odometer............... 16
Oil filter............224, 263
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 222
Oil viscosity.............. 222
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 253
Overdrive............... 181
Overseas offices............ 278
P
Panic alarm feature, remote entry system . 123
Parking brake, warning light....... 10
Parking brake and auto-release...... 10
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)....... 263
PCV valve, specifications........ 263
Phone, cellular............. 114
Power features
antenna............... 65
doors................ 106
mirrors............... 99
moon roof.............. 97seats................ 134
windows.............. 108
Power steering
dipstick............... 233
driving with power steering...... 177
fluid, checking and adding....... 233
fluid, refill capacity.......... 264
fluid, specifications.......... 265
servicing.............. 177
Prop rod, hood............. 219
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems) . . . 49
Rear axle
lubricant specification......... 265
refill capacity............ 264
Rear window defroster......... 77
Rearview mirror............ 99
Redundant electronic gearshift indicator . . 15
Refill capacities for fluids........ 264
Regulations, National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration............ 269
File:fnix8.ex
Update:Thu Jun 27 10:02:38 1996

311
Tires................. 238
changing.............. 201
checking the pressure......... 238
cleaning.............. 262
inspection and maintenance...... 238
replacing.............. 240
rotating............... 239
snow tires and chains........ 242
spare tire.............. 202
storing your vehicle......... 268
tire grades............. 241
treadwear.............. 241
wear bands............. 240
Towing a trailer (see Trailer towing) . . . 184
Towing your vehicle.......... 213
using wheel dollies.......... 213
with a tow truck........... 213
Traction Control active light....... 12Trailer towing............. 184
calculating maximum trailer weight . . . 184
safety chains............. 186
tips................ 187
trailer brakes............ 187
trailer lamps............. 187
Transmission
automatic operation.......... 177
fluid, checking and adding....... 235
fluid, refill capacities......... 264
lubricant specifications........ 265
Transmission control switch....... 180
Trunk, using the remote entry system
to open............... 123
Trunk, power release.......... 118
Tune-up specifications (VECI)....... 252
Turn signal.............. 85
indicator lights............ 14
lever................ 85
File:fnix8.ex
Update:Thu Jun 27 10:02:38 1996