2002 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL high beam

Turn signals
Illuminates when the turn signals or
the hazard lights are turned on. If
the lights stay on continuously or
flash faster, check for a burned-out
bulb.
Turn on headlamps (if equipped)
Illuminates to remind the driver to
turn the headlamps on when:
²the daytime running lamps (if
equipped) are on
²the autolamps are off
²the autolamp sensor determines it is night time
High beams
Illuminates when the high beam
headlamps are turned on.
Safety belt warning chime
Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts.
BeltMinder chime
Sounds intermittently to remind you to fasten your safety belts.
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime
Sounds when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system (front
or side airbags) has been detected. Have the supplemental restraint
system inspected immediately.
Headlamps on warning chime
Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the key is removed
from the ignition and the driver's door is opened.
TURN ON
HEAD
LAMPS
Instrument Cluster
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HEADLAMP CONTROL
Rotate the headlamp control to the
first position to turn on the parking
lamps only. Rotate to the second
position to also turn on the
headlamps.
The instrument panel lighting will dim noticeably approximately 15
seconds after the wipers are turned on. The lights will remain in this
state until 30 seconds after the wipers are turned off.
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate:
²the ignition must be in the ON position and
²the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position.
Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during
inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system
does not activate with your tail lamps and generally may not provide
adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your
headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
High beams
²Push forward to activate.
²Pull toward you to deactivate.
P
0FF
HI
LO
F
S
OFF
Lights
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
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
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
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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.
Always replace the cover to the power distribution box before
reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection of theMaintenance and specificationschapter.
The high-current fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
1 Ð A/C Diode
2 Ð PCM Diode
1 30A* PCM
2 20A* ALT SENSE
3 30A* Right Rear Passenger Window
4 30A* Air Suspension
5 Ð Not Used
6 20A* Horns
7 15A* High Beam
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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dipstick ....................................194
filter, specifications ........196, 224
recommendations ...................196
refill capacities ........................224
specifications ..................226±227
Exhaust fumes ..........................137
F
Floor mats ...................................57
Fluid capacities .........................224
Fuel ............................................204
calculating fuel economy .85, 209
cap ...........................................206
capacity ...................................224
choosing the right fuel ...........207
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................212
detergent in fuel .....................208
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................204, 206, 209
filter, specifications ........209, 224
fuel filler door override ............89
fuel filler door release ..............89
fuel pump shut-off switch .....155
gauge .........................................15
improving fuel economy ........209
octane rating ...................207, 227
quality ......................................208
running out of fuel .................208
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................204
Fuses ..................................156±157
G
Garage door opener ....................68
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............206Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................209
Gauges .........................................14
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................14
fuel gauge ..................................15
odometer ...................................15
speedometer .............................15
tachometer ................................15
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating) .......................................148
definition .................................148
driving with a heavy load ......148
location ....................................148
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) .......................................148
calculating ...............................148
definition .................................148
driving with a heavy load ......148
location ....................................148
H
Hazard flashers .........................155
Head restraints .........................103
Headlamps ...................................40
aiming ..................................42±43
autolamp system .......................41
bulb specifications ....................46
daytime running lights .............40
flash to pass ..............................41
high beam ...........................13, 40
replacing bulbs .........................47
turning on and off ..............13, 40
warning chime ..........................13
Heating ........................................33
HomeLink universal
transceiver (see Garage door
opener) ............................68, 70±71
Index
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Hood ..........................................192
I
Ignition ...............................133, 227
Infant seats (see Safety
seats) .........................................126
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................213
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................187
cluster ................................10, 188
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................41
J
Jack ............................................163
positioning ...............................163
storage .....................................163
Jump-starting your vehicle ......167
K
Keyless entry system .................94
autolock .....................................97
keypad .......................................94
programming entry code .........95
Keys .........................87, 97±98, 100
key in ignition chime ...............14
positions of the ignition .........133
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................41
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................46
cargo lamps ...............................41
daytime running light ...............40headlamps .................................40
headlamps, flash to pass ..........41
instrument panel, dimming .....41
interior lamps .....................45, 47
replacing bulbs ....... 46±47, 49±52
Lane change indicator (see
Turn signal) .................................44
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
air bag ........................................12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....11, 139
brake ..........................................11
charging system ........................12
high beam .................................13
oil pressure ...............................12
safety belt .................................12
service engine soon ..................10
traction control active ..............12
turn signal indicator .................13
Load limits .................................148
GAWR ......................................148
GVWR ......................................148
trailer towing ..........................148
Locks
autolock .....................................97
childproof ..................................87
doors ..........................................87
Lubricant specifications ...226±227
Lug nuts, anti-theft ...................166
Lumbar support, seats .............105
M
Message center ...............76, 78, 84
air leveling disabled .................76
air ride switch off .....................76
check air ride system ...............76
check air suspension ................76
menu button .............................83
reset button ..............................84
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