2018 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL service

Park Aid
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The system has detected a condition that requires service. Contact your authorized dealer. SeeFront Parking Aid (page 220).Check Front Park Aid
The system has detected a condition that requires service. Contact your authorized dealer. SeeRear Parking Aid (page 219).Check Rear Park Aid
Park Brake
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The parking brake is set, the engine is running and you drive your vehicle more than 3 mph(5 km/h). If the warning stays on after the parking brake is released, contact an authorized dealeras soon as possible.
Park Brake Engaged
The electric parking brake is set and a manual release is attempted without the brake pedalbeing pressed.To Release: Press Brake and Switch
The electric parking brake is set and an automatic release is attempted but cannot be performed.Perform a manual release.Park Brake Use Switch to Release
The electric parking brake is set and your vehicle speed exceeds 3 mph (5 km/h). Release parkbrake before continued driving.Release Park Brake
The electric parking brake is not fully applied.Park Brake Not Applied
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The electric parking brake is not fully released.Park Brake Not Released
The electric parking brake system has been put into a special mode that is used to allow serviceof the rear brakes. Contact an authorized dealer.Park Brake Maintenance Mode
The electric park brake system has detected a condition that requires service. Some functionalitymay still be available. Contact your authorized dealer.Park Brake Limited Function ServiceRequired
The electric parking brake system has detected a condition that requires service. Contact yourauthorized dealer.Park Brake Malfunction Service Now
Numerous park brake applies have overheated the system. Wait 2 minutes before attemptingto apply again.Park Brake System Overheated
Power Steering
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The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service. See an authorizeddealer.Steering Fault Service Now
The power steering system has detected a condition within the power steering system or passiveentry or passive start system requires service. Contact an authorized dealer.Steering Assist Fault Service Required
The power steering system is not working. Stop the vehicle in a safe place. Contact yourauthorized dealer.Steering Loss Stop Safely
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Stability Control
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Displayed when the system has detected a condition that requires service. Contact yourauthorized dealer as soon as possible.Service AdvanceTrac
The traction control has been disabled or enabled by the driver.AdvanceTrac Off On
Starting System
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Displays when starting the vehicle as a reminder to apply the brake.To START Press Brake
Displays when the starter has exceeded its cranking time in attempting to start the vehicle.Cranking Time Exceeded
Displays when the starter is attempting to start the vehicle.Engine Start Pending Please Wait
Displays when the pending start has been cancelled.Pending Start Cancelled
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System
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One or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. See Tire Pressure Monitoring System(page 359).Tire Pressure Low
The tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues tocome on, contact an authorized dealer. See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 359).Tire Pressure Monitor Fault
A tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more information onhow the system operates under these conditions, See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page359). If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an authorized dealer as soon aspossible.
Tire Pressure Sensor Fault
Transmission
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You switched the engine off and shift select lever is in any position other than park (P).Shift to Park
Transmission is too cold. Wait for it to warm up before you drive.Transmission Warming Up Please Wait
Displays when the brake pedal needs to be depressed.Press Brake Pedal
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in a safe place as soon as it’s possible.Transmission Over Temperature StopSafely
See an authorized dealer.Transmission Service Required
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The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in a safe place as soon as it’s possible.Transmission Too Hot Press Brake
The transmission has limited functionality. See an authorized dealer.Transmission Limited Function See Manual
A reminder to shift into park. In addition, this message is typical after reconnecting or rechargingthe battery until you cycle the ignition to the on mode. See Changing the 12V Battery (page325).
Transmission Not in Park
Displays when there is a system fault and the park brake needs to be depressed before exitingthe vehicle. See your authorized dealer.SHIFT SYS FAULT Confirm Park BrakeApply Before Exiting the Vehicle
See your authorized dealer.SHIFT SYS FAULT Service Required
Displays when there is a system fault while the vehicle is shifting to park. See your authorizeddealer.SHIFT SYS FAULT Vehicle is Shifting toPark
Displays when there is a system fault while the vehicle is shifting to reverse. See your authorizeddealer.SHIFT SYS FAULT Reverse UnavailableService Required
See an authorized dealer.SHIFT SYS FAULT Drive Unavailable SelectS for Drive Service Required
See your authorized dealer.SHIFT SYS FAULT Neutral UnavailableService Required
See your authorized dealer.SHIFT SYS FAULT Sport UnavailableService Required
Displays when an invalid gear has been selected.Invalid Gear Selection
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EMISSION LAW
WARNING: Do not remove or alter theoriginal equipment floor covering orinsulation between it and the metal floor ofthe vehicle. The floor covering and insulationprotect occupants of the vehicle from theengine and exhaust system heat and noise.On vehicles with no original equipment floorcovering insulation, do not carry passengersin a manner that permits prolonged skincontact with the metal floor. Failure to followthese instructions may result in fire orpersonal injury.
U.S. federal laws and certain state lawsprohibit removing or rendering inoperativeemission control system components. Similarfederal or provincial laws may apply inCanada. We do not approve of any vehiclemodification without first determiningapplicable laws.
Tampering with emissions controlsystems including related sensorsor the Diesel Exhaust Fluid systemcan result in reduced engine power and theillumination of the service engine soon light.
Tampering With a Noise ControlSystem
Federal laws prohibit the following acts:
•Removal or rendering inoperative by anyperson other than for purposes ofmaintenance.
•Repair or replacement of any device orelement of the design incorporated intoa new vehicle for the purpose of noisecontrol prior to its sale or delivery to theultimate purchaser or while it is in use.
•The use of the vehicle after any personremoves or renders inoperative anydevice or element of the design.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agencymay presume to constitute tampering asfollows:
•Removal of hood blanket, fender apronabsorbers, fender apron barriers,underbody noise shields or acousticallyabsorptive material.
•Tampering or rendering inoperative theengine speed governor, to allow enginespeed to exceed manufacturerspecifications.
If the engine does not start, runs rough,experiences a decrease in engineperformance, experiences excess fuelconsumption or produces excessive exhaustsmoke, check for the following:
•A plugged or disconnected air inletsystem hose.
•A plugged engine air filter element.
•Water in the fuel filter and waterseparator.
•A clogged fuel filter.
•Contaminated fuel.
•Air in the fuel system, due to looseconnections.
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Engine Emission Control

The scheduled maintenance items listed inscheduled maintenance information areessential to the life and performance of yourvehicle and to its emissions system.
If you use anything other than Ford,Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts formaintenance replacements or for service ofcomponents affecting emission control, suchnon-Ford parts should be equivalent togenuine Ford Motor Company parts inperformance and durability.
Illumination of the service engine soonindicator, charging system warning light orthe temperature warning light, fluid leaks,strange odors, smoke or loss of enginepower could indicate that the emissioncontrol system is not working properly.
An improperly operating or damaged exhaustsystem may allow exhaust to enter thevehicle. Have a damaged or improperlyoperating exhaust system inspected andrepaired immediately.
Do not make any unauthorized changes toyour vehicle or engine. By law, vehicleowners and anyone who manufactures,repairs, services, sells, leases, tradesvehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles arenot permitted to intentionally remove anemission control device or prevent it fromworking. Information about your vehicle’semission system is on the Vehicle EmissionControl Information Decal located on or nearthe engine. This decal also lists enginedisplacement.
Please consult your warranty information forcomplete details.
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
Your vehicle has a computer known as theon-board diagnostics system (OBD-II) thatmonitors the engine’s emission controlsystem. The system protects the environmentby making sure that your vehicle continuesto meet government emission standards. TheOBD-II system also assists a servicetechnician in properly servicing your vehicle.
When the service engine soonindicator illuminates, the OBD-IIsystem has detected a malfunction.Temporary malfunctions may cause theservice engine soon indicator to illuminate.Examples are:
1. Your vehicle has run out of fuel—theengine may misfire or run poorly.
2.Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel—theengine may misfire or run poorly.
3. The fuel fill inlet may not have closedproperly. See Refueling (page 186).
4. Driving through deep water—theelectrical system may be wet.
You can correct these temporarymalfunctions by filling the fuel tank with goodquality fuel, properly closing the fuel fill inletor letting the electrical system dry out. Afterthree driving cycles without these or anyother temporary malfunctions present, theservice engine soon indicator should stay offthe next time you start the engine. A drivingcycle consists of a cold engine startupfollowed by mixed city and highway driving.No additional vehicle service is required.
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Engine Emission Control

If the service engine soon indicator remainson, have your vehicle serviced at the firstavailable opportunity. Although somemalfunctions detected by the OBD-II may nothave symptoms that are apparent, continueddriving with the service engine soon indicatoron can result in increased emissions, lowerfuel economy, reduced engine andtransmission smoothness and lead to morecostly repairs.
Readiness for Inspection andMaintenance (I/M) Testing
Some state and provincial and localgovernments may haveInspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs toinspect the emission control equipment onyour vehicle. Failure to pass this inspectioncould prevent you from getting a vehicleregistration.
If the service engine soon indicatoris on or the bulb does not work,your vehicle may need service.See On-Board Diagnostics.
Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test if theservice engine soon indicator is on or notworking properly (bulb is burned out), or ifthe OBD-II system has determined that someof the emission control systems have notbeen properly checked. In this case, thevehicle is not ready for I/M testing.
If the vehicle’s engine or transmission hasjust been serviced, or the battery hasrecently run down or been replaced, theOBD-II system may indicate that the vehicleis not ready for I/M testing. To determine ifthe vehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn theignition key to the on position for 15 secondswithout cranking the engine. If the serviceengine soon indicator blinks eight times, itmeans that the vehicle is not ready for I/Mtesting; if the service engine soon indicatorstays on solid, it means that your vehicle isready for I/M testing.
The OBD-II system checks the emissioncontrol system during normal driving. Acomplete check may take several days.
If the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, youcan perform the following driving cycleconsisting of mixed city and highway driving:
1. 15 minutes of steady driving on anexpressway or highway followed by 20minutes of stop-and-go driving with atleast four 30-second idle periods.
2.Allow your vehicle to sit for at least eighthours with the ignition off. Then, start thevehicle and complete the above drivingcycle. The vehicle must warm up to itsnormal operating temperature. Oncestarted, do not turn off the vehicle untilthe above driving cycle is complete.
If the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing,you need to repeat the above driving cycle.
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