2018 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL brake

Protected ComponentsFuse Amp RatingFuse Or Relay Number
Anti-lock brake system valves.30A 226
Not used.—27
Rear climate controlled seats.30A 228
Run/Start Relay.—29
Not used.—30
Electric power-assisted steering.10A 131Electric parking brake.
Anti-lock brake system module.10A 132
Powertrain control module.10A 133
Blind spot information system.10A 134Adaptive cruise control.Front view camera.360 degree camera module.Rear camera.Transmission range control module.
Not used.—35
Electric cooling fan relay.—36
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Protected ComponentsFuse Amp RatingFuse Or Relay Number
Not used.—51
Anti-lock brake system pump.60A 352
Adaptive front steering.40A 353
Heated windshield.40A 254
Heated rear window.40A 255
Power inverter.40A 256
Power deck lid module.30A 257Manual deck lid latch.
Not used.—58
Not used.—59
Fuel pump.30A 260
Not used.—61
Power point 2A.20A 262
Power seat control module.30A 263Front heated seats.
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Protected ComponentsFuse Amp RatingFuse Or Relay Number
Powertrain control module relay.10A 190
Brake on/off switch.10A 191
Front multi-contour seat module.15A 192
Rear multi-contour seats.15A 193
Right hand side high intensity dischargeheadlamp.20A 194
Left hand side high intensity dischargeheadlamp.20A 195
Wiper park heater.10A 196
Alternator sense line.10A 197
Rain sensor.5A 198
Not used.—99
1 Micro fuse.2 M-type fuse.3 J-type fuse.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Have your vehicle serviced regularly to helpmaintain its roadworthiness and resale value.There is a large network of authorizeddealers that are there to help you with theirprofessional servicing expertise. We believethat their specially trained technicians arebest qualified to service your vehicle properlyand expertly. They are supported by a widerange of highly specialized tools developedspecifically for servicing your vehicle.
If your vehicle requires professional service,an authorized dealer can provide thenecessary parts and service. Check yourwarranty information to find out which partsand services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants,fluids and service parts conforming tospecifications. Motorcraft® parts aredesigned and built to provide the bestperformance in your vehicle.
Precautions
•Do not work on a hot engine.
•Make sure that nothing gets caught inmoving parts.
•Do not work on a vehicle with the enginerunning in an enclosed space, unless youare sure you have enough ventilation.
•Keep all open flames and other burningmaterial (such as cigarettes) away fromthe battery and all fuel related parts.
Working with the Engine Off
1. Set the parking brake and shift thetransmission to park (P).
2. Switch off the engine.
3. Block the wheels.
Working with the Engine On
WARNING: To reduce the risk ofvehicle damage and personal burn injuries,do not start your engine with the air cleanerremoved and do not remove it while theengine is running.
1. Set the parking brake and shift thetransmission to park (P).
2. Block the wheels.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood releasehandle located under the left-hand sideof the instrument panel.
2. Slightly lift the hood.
3. Lift and release the hood latch.
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Engine coolant reservoir. SeeEngine Coolant Check (page 319).A.
Engine oil filler cap. See EngineOil Check (page 317).B.
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine OilDipstick (page 317).C.
Brake fluid reservoir. See BrakeFluid Check (page 324).D.
Battery. See Changing the 12VBattery (page 325).E.
Engine compartment fuse box.See Changing a Fuse (page 309).F.
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Engine coolant reservoir. SeeEngine Coolant Check (page 319).A.
Engine oil filler cap. See EngineOil Check (page 317).B.
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine OilDipstick (page 317).C.
Brake fluid reservoir. See BrakeFluid Check (page 324).D.
Battery. See Changing the 12VBattery (page 325).E.
Engine compartment fuse box.See Fuses (page 294).F.
Air filter assembly. See Changingthe Engine Air Filter (page 332).G.
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Automatic transmission dipstick.See Automatic Transmission FluidCheck (page 324).
H.
Washer fluid reservoir. SeeWasher Fluid Check (page 325).I.
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 2.7L
ECOBOOST™/3.0L ECOBOOST™
Minimum.A
Nominal.B
Maximum.C
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 3.7L
MINA
MAXB
ENGINE OIL CHECK
To check the engine oil level consistentlyand accurately, do the following:
1.Make sure the parking brake is on. Makesure the transmission is in park (P) orneutral (N).
2. Run the engine until it reaches normaloperating temperature.
3. Make sure that your vehicle is on levelground.
4.Switch the engine off and wait 15 minutesfor the oil to drain into the oil pan. Checking the engine oil level too soonafter you switch the engine off may resultin an inaccurate reading.
5. Open the hood. See Opening andClosing the Hood (page 312).
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with aclean, lint-free cloth. See Under HoodOverview (page 315).
7.Replace the dipstick and remove it againto check the oil level. See Engine OilDipstick (page 317).
8. Make sure that the oil level is betweenthe maximum and minimum marks. If theoil level is at the minimum mark, add oilimmediately. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 382).
9. If the oil level is correct, replace thedipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
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If you drive in extremely hot climates:
•You can decrease the coolantconcentration to 40%.
•Coolant concentrations below 40%decrease the freeze and corrosionprotection characteristics of the coolantand may cause engine damage.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extremeclimates should use prediluted coolant foroptimum cooling system and engineprotection.
Coolant Change
At specific mileage intervals, as listed in thescheduled maintenance information, thecoolant should be changed. Add predilutedcoolant approved to the correct specification.See Capacities and Specifications (page373).
Fail-Safe Cooling
Fail-safe cooling allows you to temporarilydrive your vehicle before any incrementalcomponent damage occurs. The fail-safedistance depends on ambient temperature,vehicle load and terrain.
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
If the engine begins to overheat,the coolant temperature gaugemoves toward the red zone:
A warning lamp illuminates and amessage may appear in theinformation display.
If the engine reaches a presetover-temperature condition, the engineautomatically switches to alternating cylinderoperation. Each disabled cylinder acts as anair pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs, your vehicle still operates,however:
•Engine power is limited.
•The air conditioning system turns off.
Continued operation increases the enginetemperature, causing the engine tocompletely shut down. Your steering andbraking effort increases in this situation.
When the engine temperature cools, you canre-start the engine. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible to minimizeengine damage.
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
WARNING: Fail-safe mode is for useduring emergencies only. Operate yourvehicle in fail-safe mode only as long asnecessary to bring your vehicle to rest in asafe location and seek immediate repairs.When in fail-safe mode, your vehicle will havelimited power, will not be able to maintainhigh-speed operation, and may completelyshut down without warning, potentially losingengine power, power steering assist, andpower brake assist, which may increase thepossibility of a crash resulting in seriousinjury.
WARNING: Do not remove the coolantreservoir cap when the cooling system is hot.Wait 10 minutes for the cooling system tocool down. Cover the coolant reservoir capwith a thick cloth to prevent the possibilityof scalding and slowly remove the cap.Failure to follow this instruction could resultin personal injury.
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