1998 LINCOLN MARK VIII steering

ABS warning lamp
The
ABSwarning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates for about
five seconds when starting the vehicle. If an ABS fault is detected, the
light will remain on and your vehicle should be serviced as soon as
possible.
Normal braking is still effective
unless the BRAKE warning lamp is
also illuminated.
Using ABS
²In an emergency or when maximum efficiency from the ABS is
required, apply continuous full force on the brake. The ABS will be
activated immediately, thus allowing you to retain full steering control
of your vehicle and, providing there is sufficient space, will enable you
to avoid obstacles and bring the vehicle to a controlled stop.
²We recommend that you familiarize yourself with this braking
technique. However, avoid taking any unnecessary risks.
Parking brake with auto-release
Apply the parking brake whenever
the vehicle is parked.
To set the parking brake:
1. Move the gearshifter to P (Park).
2. Push pedal downward.
!
BRAKE
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AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
The air suspension system is designed to improve ride, handling and
general vehicle performance during:
²certain road conditions
²steering maneuvers
²braking
²accelerations
This system maintains the vehicle height at a constant level by
automatically adding air or releasing air from the air springs to offset
changes in vehicle loads.
The air suspension shut-off switch is
located in the trunk. If this switch is
in the OFF position, the automatic
leveling system will not operate.
On vehicles equipped with
Air Suspension, turn OFF
the Air Suspension switch prior to
jacking, hoisting or towing your
vehicle.
Normal vehicle operation does not
require any action by the driver.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION
Brake-shift interlock
This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that prevents
the gearshift from being moved from P (Park) unless the brake pedal is
pressed.
If you cannot move the gearshift out of P (Park) with the brake pedal
depressed:
OFF
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HAZARD LIGHTS CONTROL
Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown,
approaching danger, etc. The hazard flashers can be operated when the
ignition is off.
²The hazard lights control is
located on top of the steering
column.
²Depress hazard lights control to
activate all hazard flashers
simultaneously.
²Depress control again to turn the
flashers off.
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
If the engine cranks but does not start after a collision, the fuel pump
shut-off switch may have been activated. The shut-off switch is a device
intended to stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle has been
involved in a substantial jolt.
1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position.
2. Check the fuel system for leaks.
3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switch by
pushing in the button on the switch.
4. Turn the ignition to the ON position. Pause for a few seconds and
return the key to the OFF position.
5. Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system.
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To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel
cover.
The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
1 10A Steering Column/Ignition/Lighting Module
(Brake Lamps, Climate Control Blower
Motor, Hazard Lamps, Speed Control)
2 10A Radio, Cellular Phone
3 Ð Not Used
4 10A Radio, Cellular Phone, Message Center,
Compass, Day/Night Mirror, Passenger Seat
Module
10 A
10 A10 A
15 A
15 A10 A
30 A
20 A10 A
10 A
10 A
10 A10A
10A
10A
10 A
10 A10 A
15 A 10 A
14523
7 6101189
13 12 16 1714 15
19 18 22 2320 21
25 24 28 2926 27
31 30 34 3532 33
37 36 40 4138 39 30 A
10 A
15 A
15 A
10 A10 A
10 A 10 A
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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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The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
1 10A* Powertrain Control Module (Keep-Alive
Memory)
2 15A* High Beam Relay, Daytime Running Lamps
Module
3 10A* Powertrain Control Module (EAM Pump
Motor-Monitor)
4 15A* Air Suspension, Electronically Variable
Orifice Power Steering
5 30A* Trunk Lid Relay, Fuel Filler Door Release
6 10A* Air Bag Module
7 Ð Not Used
8 20A* Horn Relay
9 Ð Not Used
10 20A* Radio Amplifier, CD Changer
11 Ð Not Used
12 15A* Steering Column/Ignition/Lighting Module
(Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column Motors,
Mirror Lamps, Brake Shift Interlock, High
Beam Indicator, Anti-Theft Indicator)
13 60A** Air Suspension
14 30A** Delayed Accessory Power Relay #1, I/P
Fuses (4, 10, 16)
15 30A** Powertrain Control Module, PCM Power
Relay, Engine Compartment Fuse 1
16 20A** Fuel Pump Relay, Fuel Pump Module
17 30A** Electronic Air Management, Engine
Compartment Fuse 3
18 30A** Passenger Seat Module, Passenger Lumbar,
I/P Fuse 12
19 30A** Driver Seat Module, Driver Lumbar, I/P
Fuse 35
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
20 30A** Anti-Lock Brake Control Module
21 20A** Anti-Lock Brake Control Module, EVAC/Fill
Connector
22 60A** I/P Fuses (1, 7, 13, 19, 25, 31)
23 40A** Variable Load Control Module
24 40A** Rear Window Defrost Control, I/P Fuse 30
25 60A** I/P Fuses (2, 14, 20, 26, 32, 38), Engine
Compartment Fuse 5
26 20A** Ignition Switch, I/P Fuses (5, 9, 11, 15, 17,
21)
27 30A** Starter Motor Solenoid, Ignition Switch, I/P
Fuses (6, 28, 34)
28 30A** Delayed Accessory Power Relay #2, I/P
Fuse 41
29 40A** Blower Motor Relay
* Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses
CHANGING THE TIRES
If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly
and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
Tire change procedure
1. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set parking brake.
2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park).
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