2018 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL engine

•Do not allow wax to come in contact withany non-body (low-gloss black) coloredtrim. The wax will discolor or stain theparts over time.
•Roof racks.
•Bumpers.
•Grained door handles.
•Side moldings.
•Mirror housings.
•Windshield cowl area.
•Do not apply wax to glass areas.
•After waxing, your car's paint should feelsmooth, and be free of streaks andsmudges.
CLEANING THE ENGINE
Engines are more efficient when they areclean because grease and dirt buildup keepthe engine warmer than normal.
When washing:
•Take care when using a power washerto clean the engine. The high-pressurefluid could penetrate the sealed partsand cause damage.
•Do not spray a hot engine with cold waterto avoid cracking the engine block orother engine components.
•Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo andDegreaser on all parts that requirecleaning and pressure rinse clean. InCanada, use Motorcraft Engine Shampoo.
•Never wash or rinse the engine while itis hot or running; water in the runningengine may cause internal damage.
•Never wash or rinse any ignition coil,spark plug wire or spark plug well, or thearea in and around these locations.
•Cover the battery, power distribution box,and air filter assembly to prevent waterdamage when cleaning the engine.
CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND
WIPER BLADES
Car wash chemicals and environmentalfallout can result in windshield and wiperblade contamination. Dirty windshield andwipers will result in poor windshield wiperoperation. Keep the windshield and wiperblades clean to maintain windshield wiperperformance.
To clean the windshield and wiper blades:
•Clean the windshield with a non-abrasiveglass cleaner. When cleaning the interiorof the windshield, avoid getting any glasscleaner on the instrument panel or doorpanels. Wipe any glass cleaner off thesesurfaces immediately.
•For windshields contaminated with treesap, chemicals, wax or bugs, clean theentire windshield using steel wool (nogreater than 0000 grade) in a circularmotion and rinse with water.
•Clean the wiper blades with isopropylrubbing alcohol or windshield washerconcentrate.
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Note: Using non-recommended cleaners,harsh cleaning products, chrome wheelcleaners or abrasive materials coulddamage wheel rims and covers.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you plan on storing your vehicle for 30days or more, read the followingmaintenance recommendations to make sureyour vehicle stays in good operatingcondition.
We engineer and test all motor vehicles andtheir components for reliable, regular driving.Under various conditions, long-term storagemay lead to degraded engine performanceor failure unless you use specific precautionsto preserve engine components.
General
•Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilatedplace.
•Protect from sunlight, if possible.
•If vehicles are stored outside, theyrequire regular maintenance to protectagainst rust and damage.
Body
•Wash your vehicle thoroughly to removedirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from exteriorsurfaces, rear-wheel housing and theunderside of front fenders.
•Periodically wash your vehicle if it isstored in exposed locations.
•Touch-up exposed or primed metal toprevent rust.
•Cover chrome and stainless steel partswith a thick coat of auto wax to preventdiscoloration. Re-wax as necessary whenyou wash your vehicle.
•Lubricate all hood, door and luggagecompartment hinges and latches with alight grade oil.
•Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
•Keep all rubber parts free from oil andsolvents.
Engine
•Change the engine oil and filter prior tostorage because used engine oil containscontaminates which may cause enginedamage.
•Start the engine every 15 days for aminimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idlewith the climate controls set to defrostuntil the engine reaches normaloperating temperature.
•With your foot on the brake, shift throughall the gears while the engine is running.
•We recommend that you change theengine oil before you use your vehicleagain.
Fuel system
•Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fueluntil the first automatic shutoff of the fuelpump nozzle.
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The usage of a full-size dissimilar sparewheel and tire assembly can lead toimpairment of the following:
•Handling, stability and brakingperformance.
•Comfort and noise.
•Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
•Winter weather driving capability.
•Wet weather driving capability.
•All-wheel driving capability.
When driving with the full-size dissimilarspare wheel and tire assembly additionalcaution should be given to:
•Towing a trailer.
•Driving vehicles equipped with a camperbody.
•Driving vehicles with a load on the cargorack.
Drive cautiously when using a full-sizedissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly andseek service as soon as possible.
Tire Change Procedure (If Equipped)
WARNING: The jack supplied with thisvehicle is only intended for changing wheels.Do not use the vehicle jack other than whenyou are changing a wheel in an emergency.
WARNING: The jack should be usedon level firm ground wherever possible.
WARNING: Check that the vehicle jackis not damaged or deformed and the threadis lubricated and clean.
WARNING: Never place anythingbetween the vehicle jack and the ground.
WARNING: Never place anythingbetween the vehicle jack and your vehicle.
WARNING: Use only the specifiedjacking points. If you use other positions, youmay damage the body, steering, suspension,engine, braking system or the fuel lines.
WARNING: To help prevent yourvehicle from moving when changing a wheel,shift the transmission into park (P), set theparking brake and use an appropriate blockor wheel chock to secure the wheeldiagonally opposite to the wheel beingchanged. For example, when changing thefront left wheel, place an appropriate blockor wheel chock on the right rear wheel.
WARNING: When one of the frontwheels is off the ground, the transmissionalone will not prevent the vehicle frommoving or slipping off the jack, even if thetransmission is in park (P).
WARNING: Do not get under a vehiclethat is only supported by a vehicle jack.
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 2.7L
SpecificationMeasurement
164Cubic inches
1-4-2-5-3-6Firing order
10.0:1Compression ratio
0.028–0.031 in (0.7–0.8 mm)Spark plug gap
Coil in plugIgnition system
Drivebelt Routing
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 3.0L
SpecificationMeasurement
180Cubic inches.
1-4-2-5-3-6Firing order.
9.5:1Compression ratio.
0.028–0.031 in (0.7–0.8 mm)Spark plug gap.
Coil in plugIgnition system.
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Drivebelt Routing
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 3.7L
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 2.7L
Motorcraft Part numberComponent
FA-1912Air filter element.
FL-2062Oil filter.
BXT-94RH7-730Battery.
SP-542Spark plugs.
FP-80Cabin air filter (combi).
WW-2431 (driver side)Windshield wiper blade.WW-2050 (passenger side)
We recommend Motorcraft® replacementparts available at your authorized dealer orat fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance.The parts engineered for your vehicle meetor exceed our specifications. Use of otherparts may impact vehicle performance,emissions and durability. Your warranty maybe void for any damage related to use ofother parts.
If a Motorcraft® oil filter is not available, usean oil filter that meets industry performancespecification SAE/USCAR-36.
For spark plug replacement, contact anauthorized dealer. Replace the spark plugsat the appropriate intervals. See ScheduledMaintenance (page 523).
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.0L
Motorcraft Part numberComponent
FA-1912Air filter element.
FL-2062Oil filter.
BXT-94RH7-730Battery.
SP-542Spark plugs.
FG-1083Fuel Filter.
FP-80Cabin air filter (combi).
WW-2431 (driver side)Windshield wiper blade.WW-2050 (passenger side)
We recommend Motorcraft® replacementparts available at your authorized dealer orat fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance.The parts engineered for your vehicle meetor exceed our specifications. Use of otherparts may impact vehicle performance,emissions and durability. Your warranty maybe void for any damage related to use ofother parts.
If a Motorcraft® oil filter is not available, usean oil filter that meets industry performancespecification SAE/USCAR-36.
For spark plug replacement, contact anauthorized dealer. Replace the spark plugsat the appropriate intervals. See ScheduledMaintenance Record (page 535).
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