1998 LINCOLN TOWN CAR automatic transmission fluid

5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in
small amounts, continuously
checking the level until it reaches
the range between the MIN and
MAX lines. Be sure to put the cap
back on the reservoir.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking and adding automatic
transmission fluid
Follow the scheduled service
intervals outlined in the ªService
Guide.º
Before adding any fluid, make sure
the correct type is used. The type
of fluid used is normally indicated
on the dipstick and/or dipstick
handle and also in theLubricant
specificationssection in the
Capacities and specifications
chapter.
An overfill condition of
transmission fluid may cause
shift and/or engagement
concerns and/or possible
damage.
Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid
level is below the bottom hole on
the dipstick and outside
temperatures are above 10ÉC
(50ÉF) (see figure to the right).
Your transmission does not use up
fluid. However, it is recommended
that you check the transmission
fluid at least twice a year. The
fluid level should be checked if the
transmission is not working
properly, i.e., if the transmission
slips or shifts slowly or if you
DON’T ADD
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LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Item Ford part name Ford part
numberFord
specification
Brake master
cylinderHigh Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake FluidC6AZ-
19542-ABESA-M6C25-A,
DOT 3
Door
weatherstripsSilicone Lubricant C0AZ-19553-
AA and
D7AZ-
19553-AAESR-M13P4-A
Engine coolant Ford Premium
Cooling System
FluidE2FZ-19549-
AAESE-M97B44-A
Engine oil Motorcraft 5W-30
Super Premium
Motor OilXO-5W30-
QSPWSS-M2C153-G
with API
Certification
Mark
Hinges, latches
and striker
platesMulti-Purpose
GreaseDOAZ-19584-
AAESR-M1C159-A
and
ESB-M1C93-B
Lock cylinders Penetrating
LubricantE8AZ-
19501-BN/A
Power steering
reservoirMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
Automatic
transmission
(4R70W)Motorcraft
MERCONtVATFXT-5-QM
MERCONtV
Windshield
washer fluid
reservoirUltra-Clear
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateC9AZ-19550-
AC or BCESR-M17P5-A
Rear axle
1Motorcraft Premium
Rear Axle LubricantXY-80W90-QL WSL-M2C197-A
1Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of
EST-M2C118±A (friction modifier
Part No. C8AZ-19B546±A) for
complete refill of Ford
Traction-Lok rear axles.
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precautions when servicing ...131
Speed control ..............................37
canceling a set speed ...............40
indicator light ...........................41
resuming a set speed ...............41
tap up/tap down ..................39,40
turning off .................................38
Speed sensitive steering ..........102
Speedometer ...............................15
Starting your vehicle ........90,91,93
Steering, power .........................101
Tilt steering wheel ......................36
Tires ....................................152,155
changing ..................................123
checking the pressure ............155
replacing ..................................157
rotating ....................................155
snow tires and chains ............157
treadwear ................................153
Trailer towing
tips ...........................................111
Transmission .............................146
automatic operation .......103,104,
105,106,107
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................146Trunk
using the remote entry
system to open ....................48,55
Turn signal
lever ...........................................36
Universal transmitter ..................42
erasing channels .......................46
operating ...................................45
programming .............................43
Vehicle dimensions ...................182
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................184
Vehicle loading ..........................107
Ventilating your vehicle .............95
Warning chimes .............................6
Windows
accessory delay .........................49
power windows, operating .......49
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and replacing wiper
blades ......................................151
operation ...................................37
Wrecker towing .........................129
Index
188

Recommended fuel Refer to9Octane recommendations9in the
Maintenance and carechapter
Fuel tank capacity 71.9L (19.0 gallons)
Engine oil capacity (with
filter change)4.7L (5.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft 5W30
Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford
Specification WSS-M2C153-G
Automatic transmission
fluid capacity13.1L (13.9 quarts). Use Motorcraft
MERCONtV ATF (part# XT-5-QM), Ford
Specification WSS-M2C202-B
Tire pressure and size Refer to the Safety Compliance
Certification Label located on the front
face of the driver's door jamb
Hood release Pull handle under the left side of the
instrument panel
Coolant capacity 13.3L (14.1 quarts)
Power steering fluid
capacityFill to line in reservoir. Use Motorcraft
MERCONtAT F
Ensure correct automatic
transmission fluid is used for a
specific application. Check the
container to verify the fluid is
MERCONtand/or MERCON Vt
approved. Some fluids have been
approved as meeting both
MERCONtand MERCONtV
requirements and will be labeled as
such. Fluids labeled as meeting
only MERCONtor only MERCONt
V requirements must not be used
interchangeably. DO NOT mix
MERCONtand MERCONtV.
Transmission fluid requirements
are indicated on the dipstick or on
the dipstick handle. Refer to your
ªService Guideº to determine the
correct service interval.
Filling station information
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