1999 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL lock

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is
latched in P (Park). Turn off the ignition whenever you leave
your vehicle.
The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle.
However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stop
your vehicle in an emergency. Since the parking brake applies only the
rear brakes, the vehicle's stopping distance will increase greatly and the
handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected.
Your vehicle has an automatic parking brake release. To release the
parking brake:
1. Turn the ignition to the RUN position.
2. Press the brake pedal.
3. Move the gearshift from the P (Park) position to one of the forward
gears (the parking brake will not release automatically when you shift
into reverse). The brake pedal must remain pressed while the gearshift is
moved.
If the parking brake fails to release
after completing this procedure, use
the manual parking brake release
lever.
Pull the lever to manually release
the parking brake.
TRACTION CONTROLY
Traction Controlyhelps maintain the stability and steerability of your
vehicle. It is especially useful on slippery and/or hilly road surfaces. The
system operates by detecting and controlling wheel spin. The system
borrows many of the electronic and mechanical elements already present
in the anti-lock braking system (ABS).
BRAKE RELEASEHOOD
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Wheel-speed sensors allow excess front wheel spin to be detected by the
Traction Controlyportion of the ABS computer. Any excessive wheel
spin is controlled by automatically applying and releasing the front
brakes in conjunction with engine torque reductions. Engine torque
reduction is realized via the fully electronic spark and fuel injection
systems. This process is very sensitive to driving conditions and very fast
acting. The front wheels ªsearchº for optimum traction several times a
second and adjustments are made accordingly.
The Traction Controlysystem will allow your vehicle to make better use
of available traction on slippery surfaces. The system is a driver aid
which makes your vehicle easier to handle primarily on snow and ice
covered roads.
During Traction Controlyoperation, TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE is
displayed on the message center. You may hear an electric motor type of
sound coming from the engine compartment and the engine will not
ªrev-upº when you push further on the accelerator. This is normal
system behavior.
If you should become stuck in snow or on a very slippery road surface,
try switching the Traction Controlysystem off. This may allow excess
wheel spin to ªdigº the vehicle out or enable a successful ªrockingº
maneuver. Refer toMessage centerin theInstrumentationchapter.
If the Traction Controlysystem is cycled excessively, the brake portion
of the system will shut down to prevent the front brakes from
overheating. A limited Traction Controlyfunction using only engine
torque reduction will still control wheels from over-spinning. When the
front brakes have cooled down, the system will again function normally.
Anti-lock braking is not affected by this condition and will function
normally during the cool down period.
If a system fault is detected, CHECK TRACTION CONTROL is displayed
on the message center and your vehicle should be serviced.
STEERING
Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energy
from the engine to help steer the vehicle.
To prevent damage to the power steering pump:
²Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme left
for more than a few seconds when the engine is running.
²Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level.
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The air suspension shut-off switch is
located on the left side of the trunk.
If this switch is in the OFF position,
the rear air suspension 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 TRANSAXLE 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:
1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key to LOCK, then remove the
key.
2. Insert the key and turn it to OFF. Apply the brake pedal and shift to N
(Neutral).
3. Start the vehicle.
If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift, it is
possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle's brakelamps are not
operating properly. Refer toFuses and relaysin theRoadside
emergencieschapter.
Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps
are working.
OFF
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Understanding gearshift positions
P (Park)
Always come to a complete stop
before shifting into P (Park). Make
sure the gearshift is securely latched
in P (Park). This locks the transaxle
and prevent the front wheels from
rotating.
Always set the parking
brake fully and make sure
the gearshift is securely latched in
P (Park).
Never leave your vehicle
unattended while it is
running.
R (Reverse)
With the gearshift in R (Reverse),
the vehicle will move backward. You
should always come to a complete
stop before shifting into and out of
R (Reverse).
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The fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
1 5A Lighting Control Module: Anti-Theft Indicator
Lamp, PWM Dimming Output, Illumination
Lamps for Microphone, RR and LR Door
Ashtrays, Heated Seat Switches, Rear Defrost
Control Switch, EATC Control Panel, Message
Center Switches, Speed Control Switches,
Cigar Lighter, Console and Ashtray
2 10A Data Link Connector (DLC), Powertrain
Control Module (PCM)
3 15A Multi-Function Switch, Cornering Lamps,
High Beam and Turn Signal Input to LCM
4 10A Power Door Locks and Power Windows
Switch Backlights, Radio, Mobile Telephone
Transceiver, Lighting Control Module,
(RUN/ACC Sense), Electronic Day/Night
Mirror
5 10A Virtual Image Instrument Cluster, Lighting
Control Module (LCM RUN/START Sense),
Autolamp Light Sensor
6 10A Virtual Image Instrument Cluster, RF
Park/Turn Lamp
7 20A Power Point
8 20A Fuel Filler Door Release Switch, Trunk Lid
Relay
9 10A Air Bag Diagnostic Monitor, EATC Module,
Blower Motor Relay
10 30A Windshield Wiper Motor, Windshield Wiper
Module
11 10A Ignition Coils, Radio Interference Capacitor,
PCM Power Relay, Passive Anti-Theft System
(PATS) Transceiver
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
12 10A Lighting Control Module
13 15A Lighting Control Module (LCM): RF Turn
Lamp, Right Turn Indicator (VIC), RR Side
Marker Lamps, Tail Lamps, License Lamps,
LR Stop/Turn Lamps, Clock Illumination
14 20A Cigar Lighter
15 10A ABS Evac and Fill Connector
16 30A Moonroof Switch
17 Ð Not Used
18 10A Lighting Control Module
19 10A Lighting Control Module (LCM): Left
Headlamp, DRL
20 15A Multi-Function Switch: Flash to Pass, and
Hazard Warning Input to LCM
21 Ð Not Used
22 ÐÐ Not Used
23 10A Digital Transmission Range Sensor
24 10A Virtual Image Cluster-LF Turn Indicator, LF
Turn Signal
25 10A Lighting Control Module (LCM): Right
Headlamp
26 10A Virtual Image Instrument Cluster, EATC
Module
27 Ð Not Used
28 10A Shift Lock Actuator, Vehicle Dynamic Module,
Virtual Image Instrument Cluster, Rear
Window Defrost, Heated Seat Switch
Assembly, Low Tire Pressure Module, RESCU
29 10A Radio
30 10A Heated Mirrors
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
31 15A Lighting Control Module (LCM): FCU,
Electronic Day/Night Mirror, RH and LH
Courtesy Lamp, Door Courtesy Lamps, RH
and LH Map Lamps, RR and LR Reading
Lamps, RH and LH Visor Lamps, Storage Bin
Lamps, Trunk Lid Lamp, Glove Box Lamp,
Light Sensor Amplifier
32 15A Speed Control DEAC. Switch, Brake On/Off
(BOO) Switch
33 Ð Not Used
34 15A Console Shift Illumination, A/C Clutch
Cycling Pressure Switch, A/C Clutch Relay
(DTR) Sensor, Intake Manifold Runner
Control, Backup Lamps
35 Ð Not Used
36 Ð Not Used
37 30A Subwoofer Amplifier, Radio
38 10A Analog Clock, CD Player, Mobile Telephone
Transceiver, RESCU
39 10A Power Door Locks, Power Seats, Power
Mirrors, Keyless Entry, LF Seat Module, LF
Door Module
40 10A Cornering Lamps
41 20A Door Locks
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The
power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads.
Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current
fuses.
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Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before
reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
The high-current fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
Ð 175 Generator/Voltage Regulator
1 30A** Driver's Seat Module
2 30A** Passenger's Seat Module
3 40A** Ignition Switch
4 40A** Ignition Switch
5 40A** Driver Window
6 30A** Low Speed Cooling Fan
7 30A** Powertrain Control Module
8 40A** Rear Window Defrost Control
9 60A** I/P Fuse Panel
10 60A** Lighting Control Module
11 60A** Compressor Relay
12 60A** Anti-Lock Brake Control Module
13 40A** Blower Motor
14 60A** High Speed Cooling Fan
MEGA
175A
PCM
PWR
RELAY
12 3 4
8
7
6 5
12
4 3
5
7
9
1110
12
14 136
8NOT USED
7BLOWER
MOTOR
RELAY6A/C
CLUTCH
RELAY4NOT
USED2
HORN
RELAY3HIGH
BEAM1STARTER
SOL
RELAY5
12
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