2000 LINCOLN LS clutch

3. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
4. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
Working with the engine on
²Automatic transmission:
1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do
not remove it while the engine is running.
²Manual transmission:
1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N
(Neutral).
2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do
not remove it while the engine is running.
OPENING THE HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located at the bottom
left of the instrument panel.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and
release the auxiliary latch that is
located under the front center of
the hood by pushing upward on the
handle.
3. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open.
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
3.0L DOHC V6 engine
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Brake (and clutch, if equipped) fluid reservoir
4. Engine coolant reservoir
5. Power steering fluid reservoir
6. Air filter assembly
7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
8. Power distribution box
9. Engine cooling fan fluid reservoir
19
8
23
5
67
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CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)
Check the clutch fluid level. Refer
to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide
for the service interval schedules.
The clutch master cylinder and
brake master cylinder are part of
the same system; both are refillable
through the brake master cylinder
with brake fluid. During normal
operation, the fluid level in the
brake fluid reservoir should remain
constant. For more information on
brake fluid maintenance, refer toBrake fluidin this chapter.
Brake fluid is toxic. If brake fluid contacts the eyes, flush eyes
with running water for 15 minutes. Seek medical if irritation
persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Seek
medical attention immediately.
CHECKING AND ADDING WASHER FLUID
Check the washer fluid whenever
you stop for fuel. The reservoir is
highlighted with a
symbol.
If the level is low, add enough fluid
to fill the reservoir. In very cold
weather, do not fill the reservoir all
the way.
Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to
Lubricant specificationsin theCapacities and specificationschapter.
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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 3.0L-4V V6 engine 3.9L-4V V8 engine
Air filter element FA-1679 FA-1679
Fuel filter FG-986 FG-986
Battery (standard) BXT-66-650 BXT-66-650
Battery (optional) BXT-66-750 BXT-66-750
Oil filter FL-400A FL-2008
PCV valve EV-236 N/A
Spark plugs* AGSF-32FS AGSP-32F
* Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark
plug information.
REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Brake fluid and
clutch fluid (if
equipped)High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
Fluid
1
All Fill to MAX line
on reservoir
Engine oil
(includes filter
change)Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 or
10W-30 Super
Premium Motor
Oil3.0L-4V
V6 engine6.4L
(6.7 quarts)
3.9L-4V
V8 engine5.7L
(6.0 quarts)
Engine coolant
2Premium Engine
Coolant3.0L-4V
V6 engine10.6L
(11.2 quarts)
3.9L-4V
V8 engine11.3L
(11.9 quarts)
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FAll Fill to MAX line
on reservoir
Engine cooling
fan fluidMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FAll Fill to MAX line
on reservoir
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LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Item Ford part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Brake fluid and
clutch fluid (if
equipped)High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
Fluid
1
C6AZ-19542-AB ESA-M6C25-A
and DOT 3
Door
weatherstripsSilicone
LubricantF7AZ-19G208-BA
and
F5AZ-19553-AAESR-M13P4-A
Door latch, hood
latch, auxiliary
hood latch, door
hinges, striker
plates, seat
tracks and fuel
filler door hingeMulti-Purpose
GreaseD0AZ-19584-AA
or
F5AZ-19G209-AAESB-M1C93-B or
ESR-M1C159-A
Engine coolant Ford Premium
Engine CoolantE2FZ-19549-AA
(in Canada,
Motorcraft
CXC-8-B)ESE-M97B44-A
Engine oil Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 or
10W-30 Super
Premium Motor
OilXO-5W20-QSP
or
XO-10W30-QSPWSS-M2C153-G
with API
Certification
Mark
Lock cylinders Penetrating and
Lock LubricantE8AZ-19A501-B none
Power steering
and engine
cooling fan fluidMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
Rear Axle
LubricantMotorcraft SAE
75W-140 High
Performance
Synthetic Rear
Axle Lubricant
2
F1TZ-19580-B WSL-M2C192-A
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Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............31
Clock ............................................51
Clutch
fluid ..........................................203
operation while driving ..........163
recommended shift speeds ....164
Console ......................................100
overhead ....................................88
Controls
power seat ...............................113
steering column ........................74
Coolant
checking and adding ..............204
coolant temperature light ..........8
refill capacities .................208,247
specifications ...................249,251
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................77
Customer Assistance ................173
Ford accessories
for your vehicle ......................261
Ford Extended
Service Plan ............................254
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............260
Getting roadside assistance ...173
Getting the
service you need ....................254
Ordering additional
owner's literature ...................264
The Dispute
Settlement Board ...................257
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............260
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................27
Defrost
rear window ..............................42
Dipstick
automatic
transmission fluid ...................211engine oil .................................198
Doors
central unlocking ......................99
door ajar warning .....................13
lubricant specifications ..........249
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................166
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................188
Emission control system ..........235
Engine ........................................251
check engine/
service engine soon light ...........8
cleaning ...................................244
coolant .....................................204
fail-safe coolant ......................209
idle speed control ...................213
lubrication
specifications ...................249,251
refill capacities ........................247
service points ...................197,198
starting after a collision .........174
Engine block heater .................147
Engine fan .................................210
Engine oil ..................................198
checking and adding ..............198
dipstick ....................................198
filter, specifications .........201,247
recommendations ...................201
refill capacities ........................247
specifications ...................249,251
Exhaust fumes ..........................147
Fail safe cooling ........................209
Floor mats .................................100
Fluid capacities .........................247
Foglamps .....................................28
Fuel ............................................227
calculating fuel economy ..18,232
cap ...........................................229
capacity ...................................247
choosing the right fuel ...........229
Index
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