2000 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL battery

Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause
personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted
substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery,
always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide proper
ventilation.
When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on the
end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps,
resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery.
Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite
corners.
Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric
acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes
when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of
acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flush
immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt
medical attention. If acid is swallowed, call a physician immediately.
Because your vehicle's engine is electronically controlled by a computer,
some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. When
the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine must
relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and
performance. To begin this process:
1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake.
2. Put the gearshift in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start the
engine.
3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
6. With your foot on the brake pedal and with the A/C on, put the
vehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
7. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process.
²The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more to
relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy.
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²If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idle
quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle
trim is eventually relearned.
If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,
the clock must be reset once the battery is reconnected.
²Always dispose of automotive
batteries in a responsible manner.
Follow your local authorized
standards for disposal. Call your
local authorized recycling center
to find out more about recycling
automotive batteries.
CABIN AIR FILTER
The cabin air filter restricts the entry of airborne dust and pollen
particles. The filter is located just in front of the windshield under the
cowl vent screen on the passenger side of the vehicle.
To replace the filter, perform the following procedure:
1. In order to gain better access to the filter, turn the ignition key to ON,
then turn the wipers on. When the wipers reach the middle of the
windshield (wipers in straight up position), turn the ignition to OFF.
LEAD
RETURN
RECYCLE
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Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially
lethal fumes into the passenger compartment.
Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By
law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services,
sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not
permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent
it from working. Information about your vehicle's emission system is on
the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the
engine. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up
specifications.
Please consult your ªWarranty Guideº for complete emission warranty
information.
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of
the on-board diagnostics system. If your ªCheck Engine/Service Engine
Soonº light is on, refer to the description in theWarning Lights and
Chimessection of theInstrumentationchapter. Your vehicle may not
pass the I/M test with the ªCheck Engine/Service Engine Soonº light on.
If the vehicle's powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,
the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a ªnot ready for I/M testº
condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, a
minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as
described below:
²First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway.
²Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic with
at least four idle periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete.
REPLACING EXTERIOR BULBS
Check the operation of the following lamps frequently:
²Headlamps
²Tail lamps
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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 4.6L DOHC V8 engine
Engine air filter element FA-1615
Cabin Air filter element FP-5
Fuel filter FG-800A
Battery BXT-65-750
Oil filter FL-820-S
PCV valve EV-111
Spark plugs* AWSF-32E
* Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark
plug gap information.
REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Engine oil
(includes filter
change)Motorcraft SAE
5W-30 Super
Premium
Motor OilAll 5.7L (6.0 quarts)
Engine
coolant
1Premium
Engine CoolantAll 15.0L
(15.8 quarts)
Brake fluid
2All Fill to line on
reservoir
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONt
AT FAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Fuel tank N/A All 75.7L
(20.0 gallons)
Automatic
transaxleMotorcraft
MERCONtV
AT FAll 13.0L
(13.7 quarts)
Windshield
washer fluidUltra-Clear
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateAll 3.4L (3.6 quarts)
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Comfort and convenience
Cargo nets
Cargo organizers
Engine block heaters
Luggage presenter
Travel equipment
Heavy-duty battery
Inside mirror, electrochromic with compass (with and without
temperature display)
Protection and appearance equipment
Air bag anti-theft locks
Carpet floor mats (standard and premium)
Cleaners, waxes and polishes
Flat splash guards
Lubricants and oils
Molded splash guards
Molded vinyl floor mats
Touch-up paint
Universal floor mats
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
²When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
compliance certification label). Consult your dealer for specific weight
information.
²The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems - such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service
technician.
Customer assistance
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Accessory delay ..........................76
Air bag supplemental
restraint system ..........104,105,109
and child safety seats ............106
description .......................105,109
disposal ....................................112
driver air bag ...................107,110
indicator light ...............9,108,111
operation ..........................107,110
passenger air bag ............107,110
side air bag ..............................109
Air cleaner filter .......................209
Air conditioning ..........................24
automatic temperature
control system ..........................24
Air filter, cabin ..........................179
Air suspension ...........................129
description ..............................129
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................169
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) .......................125,126
Anti-theft system ........................79
arming the system ....................79
disarming a triggered system ..80
Audio system (see Radio) .........30
Automatic transaxle .................130
driving with .............................132
fluid, adding ............................174
fluid, checking ........................174
fluid, refill capacities ..............209
fluid, specification ..................211
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........210
Battery .......................................177
acid, treating emergencies .....177
charging system
warning light .............................11
jumping a disabled battery ....156
maintenance-free ....................177
replacement, specifications ...209
servicing ..................................177Belt minder ...............................100
Brakes ........................................125
anti-lock ............................125,126
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ..........10,126
brake warning light ..................10
fluid, checking and adding ....168
fluid, refill capacities ..............209
fluid, specifications ..........210,211
lubricant specifications ...210,211
shift interlock ..........................130
Break-in period .............................3
Capacities for refilling fluids ....209
CD changer .................................42
Certification Label ....................213
Child safety restraints ..............112
child safety belts ....................112
Child safety seats ......................113
attaching with tether straps ..117
in front seat ............................115
in rear seat ..............................115
Cleaning your vehicle ...............204
engine compartment ..............206
exterior ....................................205
exterior lamps .........................206
instrument panel ....................207
instrument panel lens ............207
interior ..............................207,208
mirrors .....................................205
plastic parts ............................205
safety belts ..............................208
washing ....................................204
waxing .....................................204
wheels ......................................205
windows ..................................208
wiper blades ............................206
woodtone trim ........................208
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............24
Clock ............................................30
Compass, electronic ....................69
calibration ............................71,73
Index
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