2008 LINCOLN TOWN CAR bulb

Low beam
•Disconnect electrical connector
and remove retainer and
headlamp bulb from headlamp
assembly.
High beam
•Remove the bulb by turning it
counterclockwise and then pulling
it straight out.
•Disconnect the electrical
connector from the bulb.
WARNING:Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep
out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base
and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the
bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated.
6. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse
order.
Note:To ensure a good seal, attach the bulb cover and partially tighten
the screws. Check to ensure the gasket is fully centered. Finish
tightening the screws in a criss-cross pattern (upper-left, lower right
etc.)
Replacing HID low beam headlamp bulbs (if equipped)
The low beam headlamps on your vehicle use a “high intensity discharge”
source. These lamps operate at a high voltage. When the bulb is burned
out, the bulb and starter capsule assembly must be replaced by your
authorized dealer.
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Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs
The front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs are located in the
headlamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb.
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the
hood.
2. Remove five retainers and radiator cover.
3. Remove three bolts, pull headlamp assembly forward and disconnect
the electrical connector.
4. Rotate the bulb socket
counterclockwise and remove from
lamp assembly.
5. Carefully pull bulb straight out of
the socket and push in the new bulb
until it snaps, locking it into
position.
6. To complete installation, follow
the removal procedure in reverse
order.
Replacing tail lamp/brake/turn lamp bulbs
The tail lamp, the brake lamp and the turn signal lamp bulbs are located
in the tail lamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb.
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the off position, then open the
trunk and remove two retainers and
scuff plate.
2. Carefully pull the carpet away to
expose the lamp assembly hardware.
3. Remove three nut and washer
assemblies and the pull the lamp
assembly away from the vehicle.
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4. Remove the bulb socket by
rotating it counterclockwise, then
pulling it out of the lamp assembly.
5. Pull the bulb from the socket and
push in the new bulb.
6. To complete installation, follow
the removal procedure in reverse
order.
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the off position, then remove two
screws, grommets and the license
plate lamp assembly from the trunk
lid.
2. Carefully pull the bulb from the
socket and push in the new bulb.
3. Install the lamp assembly on
trunk lid with two grommets,
ensuring the grommets are pushed
all the way in to the trunk lid and secure with two screws.
Replacing backup lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the off position, then open trunk
and carefully pull the trunk lid liner
away to expose the lamp assembly.
2. Remove bulb socket from the
trunk lid by turning
counterclockwise.
3. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket and push in the new bulb.
4. Install the bulb socket in trunk lid
by turning clockwise.
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If theService engine soonindicator remains on, have your vehicle
serviced at the first available opportunity. Although some malfunctions
detected by the OBD-II may not have symptoms that are apparent,
continued driving with theService engine soon
indicator on can
result in increased emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced engine and
transmission smoothness, and lead to more costly repairs.
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
Some state/provincial and local governments may have
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs to inspect the emission control
equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent
you from getting a vehicle registration. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M
test if theService engine soon
indicator is on or not working
properly (bulb is burned out), or if the OBD-II system has determined
that some of the emission control systems have not been properly
checked. In this case, the vehicle is considered not ready for I/M testing.
If theService engine soon
indicator is on or the bulb does not
work, the vehicle may need to be serviced. Refer to the On board
diagnostics (OBD-II) description in this chapter.
If the vehicle’s engine or transmission has just been serviced, or the
battery has recently run down or been replaced, the OBD-II system may
indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To determine if the
vehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn the ignition key to the on position
for 15 seconds without cranking the engine. If theService engine
soon
indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not
ready for I/M testing; if theService engine soon
indicator stays on
solid, it means that the vehicle is ready for I/M testing.
The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control system
during normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If the
vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consisting
of mixed city and highway driving may be performed:
15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway/highway followed by
20 minutes of stop-and-go driving with at least four 30-second 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. If
the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will
have to be repeated.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................49
Air cleaner filter ...............257–258
Air suspension ...........................178
description ..............................178
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................112–113, 122
and child safety seats ............115
description ......................113, 122
disposal ....................................124
driver airbag ....................115, 123
indicator light .................122, 124
operation .........................115, 123
passenger airbag .............115, 123
side airbag ...............................122
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................235
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................174
Anti-theft system ..................85, 89
arming the system ....................89
disarming a triggered system ..89
Audio system (see Radio) ...17, 22
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................180
fluid, adding ............................255
fluid, checking ........................255
fluid, refill capacities ..............260
fluid, specification ..................260
Auxiliary power point .................46
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........260
refill capacities ........................260
traction lok ..............................178
B
Battery .......................................233acid, treating emergencies .....233
jumping a disabled battery ....203
maintenance-free ....................233
replacement, specifications ...258
servicing ..................................233
Belt-Minder.............................108
Booster seats .............................126
Brakes ........................................173
anti-lock ...................................174
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................174
fluid, checking and adding ....255
fluid, specifications .................260
lubricant specifications ..........260
shift interlock ..........................178
Bulbs ............................................37
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....260
Cell phone use ..............................7
Changing a tire .........................195
Child safety restraints ..............125
child safety belts ....................125
Child safety seats ......................129
attaching with tether straps ..133
in front seat ............................130
in rear seat ..............................130
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................126
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............221
instrument panel ....................222
interior .....................................223
plastic parts ............................221
washing ....................................219
waxing .....................................220
wheels ......................................220
wiper blades ............................222
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Fluid capacities .........................260
Fuel ............................................241
calculating fuel
economy ............................61, 248
cap ...........................................244
capacity ...................................260
choosing the right fuel ...........245
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................251
detergent in fuel .....................246
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................241, 244, 248
filter, specifications ........241, 258
fuel filler door override ............72
fuel filler door release ..............72
fuel pump shut-off switch .....188
improving fuel economy ........248
octane rating ...................246, 263
quality ..............................246–247
running out of fuel .................247
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................241
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................241, 245–246
Fuses ..................................188–189
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............244
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................248
Gauges .........................................14
H
Hazard flashers .........................187
Head restraints ...........................90
Headlamps ...................................33
aiming ........................................35
autolamp system .......................33bulb specifications ....................38
daytime running lights .............34
flash to pass ..............................34
high beam .................................34
replacing bulbs .........................39
turning on and off ....................33
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................55
Hood ..........................................227
I
Ignition ...............................168, 263
Illuminated visor mirror .............45
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................129
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................253
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................222
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................35
J
Jack ............................................195
positioning ...............................195
storage .....................................195
Jump-starting your vehicle ......203
K
Keyless entry system .................83
keypad .......................................83
locking and unlocking doors ....84
programming entry code .........83
Keys .......................................73, 87
positions of the ignition .........168
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L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................33
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................38
daytime running light ...............34
headlamps .................................33
headlamps, flash to pass ..........34
instrument panel, dimming .....35
interior lamps .....................37–39
replacing bulbs .........................39
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........174
Load limits .................................158
Locks
childproof ..................................75
doors ..........................................73
Lubricant specifications ...........260
Lug nuts ....................................202
Lumbar support, seats ...............93
M
Message center ...........................59
english/metric button ...............64
system check button ................63
warning messages .....................67
Mirrors ...................................49–50
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................50
fold away ...................................51
heated ........................................51
programmable memory ............79
side view mirrors (power) .......50
Motorcraft parts ........224, 241, 258
O
Octane rating ............................246Oil (see Engine oil) ..................230
P
Parking brake ............................175
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....258
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................99
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................51
Power adjustable foot pedals .....51
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................192
Power door locks ........................73
Power mirrors .............................50
Power point .................................46
Power steering ..........................177
fluid, checking and adding ....254
fluid, refill capacity ................260
Power trunk ..........................71–72
Power Windows ...........................48
R
Radio ......................................17, 22
Rear window defroster ...............32
Relays ........................................188
Remote entry system .................77
illuminated entry ......................82
locking/unlocking doors ...........78
opening the trunk .....................78
panic alarm ...............................79
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................81
replacing the batteries .............80
Reverse sensing system ...........182
Roadside assistance ..................186
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